At long last, the next early access release of Airships is ready. This release focuses on bug fixes and improvements to multiplayer.
Most importantly in the long-term, the game now has an automatic error reporting system that will allow me to much more easily diagnose any crashes. Also, I've revamped the user interface for multiplayer, which, together with the new multiplayer scheduling calendar, should make for a much better multiplayer experience.
I've also re-balanced firefighting and repair. Fires now don't start as often, which means that other causes of airship destruction (falling, exploding) are going to be more likely. Also, modules can no longer be fully repaired during combat, which stops big ships from being able to constantly repair themselves. On the other hand, you can now add truly massive machine shops to your ships:
The other new module I've added is the targeting computer, a very expensive module that further boosts the aim of the airship's weapons, beyond what a telescope can do. Certainly not something you'll want to add to any design, but a good addition to your massive all-conquering battleship.
What's up next? This release focused mostly on stability and polish. The next release, number 4, is going to focus on new stuff, specifically ship-to-ship boarding and more interesting terrain...
As always, you can get the early access version from itch.io or a whole bunch of other places. And as before, note that this is an early access version, so it's most likely buggy and unbalanced. Your reports and suggestions are highly appreciated.
Gah, downloading it now! I can't get enough Airships. I can't wait for the boarding party update to arrive. I can just picture my boarding ship with hardly any weapons teeming with cutthroats that steal all of my enemies ships.
Any chance we'll see a demo? I'd love to give it a shot but don't really want to pay for an unfinished game. (After being ripped off by a few that will remain nameless)
I totally understand - how would you feel about a money back guarantee instead of a demo? A lot easier to do for me.
Awesome :) I tried to buy it, but turns out I don't got the $ right now. I'll deff get this later!
Trust me, $5 is worth it even at this point. If this were the final version it'd be worth the $5.