Milky Way - Revision history

Gatehouse at 19:44, 23 April 2026

2026-04-23T19:44:21Z

Ayjayaredii: Updated

2026-02-22T01:32:41Z

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	** [[Sol System]]: Includes accurate representations of the planets and major dwarf planets.		** [[Sol System]]: Includes accurate representations of the planets and major dwarf planets.
	** Local Stars: Data from catalogues like Gaia DR3 is used to place millions (~18.2 million mentioned in development) of real stars within a significant radius (~2000 LY mentioned) around the Sol System. Known stars often use their common names (e.g., Sirius).		** Local Stars: Data from catalogues like Gaia DR3 is used to place millions (~18.2 million mentioned in development) of real stars within a significant radius (~2000 LY mentioned) around the Sol System. Known stars often use their common names (e.g., Sirius).
	** Backer Systems: Star systems designed by Kickstarter backers are also integrated into the galaxy map.		** Backer Systems: Star systems designed by [[Kickstarter]] backers are also integrated into the galaxy map.
	*'''Life & Civilization Generation:''' Procedural algorithms determine the likelihood of life evolving. If a planet has the potential for liquids, life calculations are run, potentially resulting in anything from simple bacteria to advanced, [[Alcubierre Drive\|FTL]]-capable alien civilizations, with complexity often tied to the star system's age. Where civilizations arise, they may be generated with assigned territory (home systems, occupied systems), tech levels, government types, and randomized personality traits (e.g., xenophobia, aggression levels) that influence [[First Contact\|first contact]] scenarios. Initial groundwork also includes generating political states for galactic sectors (e.g., empires, warring factions, independent worlds).		*'''Life & Civilization Generation:''' Procedural algorithms determine the likelihood of life evolving. If a planet has the potential for liquids, life calculations are run, potentially resulting in anything from simple bacteria to advanced, [[Alcubierre Drive\|FTL]]-capable alien civilizations, with complexity often tied to the star system's age. Where civilizations arise, they may be generated with assigned territory (home systems, occupied systems), tech levels, government types, and randomized personality traits (e.g., xenophobia, aggression levels) that influence [[First Contact\|first contact]] scenarios. Initial groundwork also includes generating political states for galactic sectors (e.g., empires, warring factions, independent worlds).

Dark Knight 2013 at 11:13, 30 July 2025

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	The '''Milky Way''' is the galaxy that serves as the vast setting for [[Starship Simulator]]. The game features a procedurally generated, scientifically plausible representation of the entire Milky Way galaxy, rendered at a 1:1 scale.		The '''Milky Way''' is the galaxy that serves as the vast setting for [[Starship Simulator]]. The game features a procedurally generated, scientifically plausible representation of the entire Milky Way galaxy, rendered at a 1:1 scale.

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	== Player Exploration ==		== Player Exploration ==
	Players explore the Milky Way aboard the [[UNSF ~~Magellan~~]]~~, using~~ the ship's [[Sensors]] to scan sectors, systems, and individual bodies, and the [[Helm]] ~~controls~~ to navigate via sublight engines or the [[Alcubierre Drive]]. The primary goal within the sandbox is exploration, scientific discovery, charting the unknown, and potentially interacting with alien life.		Players explore the Milky Way aboard a starship, representing either the [[United Nations Space Fleet]] (UNSF) or an independent organisation, such as [[Lunara]]. The player will need to use the ship's [[Sensors]] to scan sectors, systems, and individual bodies, and the [[Helm]] to navigate via sublight engines or the [[Alcubierre Drive]]. The primary goal within the sandbox is exploration, scientific discovery, charting the unknown, and potentially interacting with alien life.

	[[Category:Galaxies]]		[[Category:Galaxies]]
	[[Category:Gameplay Mechanics]]		[[Category:Gameplay Mechanics]]

Ayjayaredii: Updated

2025-07-08T11:56:59Z

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	~~{{Page_Intro\|description=~~The '''Milky Way''' is the galaxy that serves as the vast setting for [[Starship Simulator]]. The game features a procedurally generated, scientifically plausible representation of the entire Milky Way galaxy, rendered at a 1:1 scale.}}		The '''Milky Way''' is the galaxy that serves as the vast setting for [[Starship Simulator]]. The game features a procedurally generated, scientifically plausible representation of the entire Milky Way galaxy, rendered at a 1:1 scale.

	== Scale and Scope ==		== Scale and Scope ==

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	The '''Milky Way''' is the galaxy that serves as the vast setting for [[Starship Simulator]]. The game features a procedurally generated, scientifically plausible representation of the entire Milky Way galaxy, rendered at a 1:1 scale.		{{Page_Intro\|description=The '''Milky Way''' is the galaxy that serves as the vast setting for [[Starship Simulator]]. The game features a procedurally generated, scientifically plausible representation of the entire Milky Way galaxy, rendered at a 1:1 scale.}}

	== Scale and Scope ==		== Scale and Scope ==

Dark Knight 2013 at 12:28, 30 May 2025

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	Players explore the Milky Way aboard the [[UNSF Magellan]], using the ship's [[Sensors]] to scan sectors, systems, and individual bodies, and the [[Helm]] controls to navigate via sublight engines or the [[Alcubierre Drive]]. The primary goal within the sandbox is exploration, scientific discovery, charting the unknown, and potentially interacting with alien life.		Players explore the Milky Way aboard the [[UNSF Magellan]], using the ship's [[Sensors]] to scan sectors, systems, and individual bodies, and the [[Helm]] controls to navigate via sublight engines or the [[Alcubierre Drive]]. The primary goal within the sandbox is exploration, scientific discovery, charting the unknown, and potentially interacting with alien life.

	[[Category:~~Locations]]~~		[[Category:Galaxies]]
	~~[[Category:Lore~~]]
	[[Category:Gameplay Mechanics]]		[[Category:Gameplay Mechanics]]

Cagi at 18:08, 28 April 2025

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	== Player Exploration ==		== Player Exploration ==
	Players explore the Milky Way aboard the [[UNSF Magellan]], using the ship's [[Sensors]] to scan sectors, systems, and individual bodies, and the [[Helm]] controls to navigate via sublight engines or the [[Alcubierre Drive]]. The primary goal within the sandbox is exploration, scientific discovery, charting the unknown, and potentially interacting with alien life.		Players explore the Milky Way aboard the [[UNSF Magellan]], using the ship's [[Sensors]] to scan sectors, systems, and individual bodies, and the [[Helm]] controls to navigate via sublight engines or the [[Alcubierre Drive]]. The primary goal within the sandbox is exploration, scientific discovery, charting the unknown, and potentially interacting with alien life.


	~~{{Links}}~~

	[[Category:Locations]]		[[Category:Locations]]
	[[Category:Lore]]		[[Category:Lore]]
	[[Category:Gameplay Mechanics]]		[[Category:Gameplay Mechanics]]

Cagi at 17:59, 27 April 2025

2025-04-27T17:59:39Z

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	Players explore the Milky Way aboard the [[UNSF Magellan]], using the ship's [[Sensors]] to scan sectors, systems, and individual bodies, and the [[Helm]] controls to navigate via sublight engines or the [[Alcubierre Drive]]. The primary goal within the sandbox is exploration, scientific discovery, charting the unknown, and potentially interacting with alien life.		Players explore the Milky Way aboard the [[UNSF Magellan]], using the ship's [[Sensors]] to scan sectors, systems, and individual bodies, and the [[Helm]] controls to navigate via sublight engines or the [[Alcubierre Drive]]. The primary goal within the sandbox is exploration, scientific discovery, charting the unknown, and potentially interacting with alien life.

	~~== External Links ==~~
	* [[wikipedia:Milky Way\|Wikipedia: Milky Way]] (For information on the real galaxy)

	{{Links}}		{{Links}}

Cagi at 04:25, 22 April 2025

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	== External Links ==		== External Links ==
	* [[wikipedia:Milky Way\|Wikipedia: Milky Way]] (For information on the real galaxy)		* [[wikipedia:Milky Way\|Wikipedia: Milky Way]] (For information on the real galaxy)

			{{Links}}

	[[Category:Locations]]		[[Category:Locations]]
	[[Category:Lore]]		[[Category:Lore]]
	[[Category:Gameplay Mechanics]]		[[Category:Gameplay Mechanics]]

Ayjayaredii: Fixed Link

2025-04-18T23:22:09Z

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	*'''Procedural Generation:''' The majority of the galaxy is generated algorithmically based on current scientific understanding of astrophysics. This includes:		*'''Procedural Generation:''' The majority of the galaxy is generated algorithmically based on current scientific understanding of astrophysics. This includes:
	** Galaxy Structure: Realistic distribution of stars within spiral arms, the galactic core (centered on [[Sagittarius A*]]), bulge, and halo. Specific galactic region types (Core, Bulge, Thin Disc, Thick Disc, Halo, Globular Clusters) influence [[Star types]] and density.		** Galaxy Structure: Realistic distribution of stars within spiral arms, the galactic core (centered on [[Sagittarius A*]]), bulge, and halo. Specific galactic region types (Core, Bulge, Thin Disc, Thick Disc, Halo, Globular Clusters) influence [[Star types]] and density.
	** Star System Formation: Plausible generation of star systems based on stellar type, age, and models like core accretion for planet formation. Includes features like [[Habitable Zone]]s, [[Sol System#Frost Line (~150K)\|Frost Lines]], [[Sol System#Dust Sublimation Line (~2000K)\|Dust Sublimation Lines]], [[wikipedia:Roche_limit\|Roche Limits]], and [[Sol System#Scattered Disk (Kuiper Belt Analogue)\|scattered disks]] / [[Oort ~~Cloud]~~] analogues.		** Star System Formation: Plausible generation of star systems based on stellar type, age, and models like core accretion for planet formation. Includes features like [[Habitable Zone]]s, [[Sol System#Frost Line (~150K)\|Frost Lines]], [[Sol System#Dust Sublimation Line (~2000K)\|Dust Sublimation Lines]], [[wikipedia:Roche_limit\|Roche Limits]], and [[Sol System#Scattered Disk (Kuiper Belt Analogue)\|scattered disks]] / [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oort_cloud Oort cloud] analogues.
	** Celestial Objects: Generation of various [[star types]] (O, B, A, F, G, K, M, L, T, Y classes), planet types (terrestrial, gas/ice giants, lava worlds, Earth analogues, etc.), black holes, nebulae, and open clusters.		** Celestial Objects: Generation of various [[star types]] (O, B, A, F, G, K, M, L, T, Y classes), planet types (terrestrial, gas/ice giants, lava worlds, Earth analogues, etc.), black holes, nebulae, and open clusters.
	** Unique Seeds: A robust seeding system (reportedly `2^256` unique vector-based seeds) ensures every cubic lightyear can have unique, persistent content consistent across all players.		** Unique Seeds: A robust seeding system (reportedly `2^256` unique vector-based seeds) ensures every cubic lightyear can have unique, persistent content consistent across all players.

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	The '''Milky Way''' is the galaxy that serves as the vast setting for [[Starship Simulator]]. The game features a procedurally generated, scientifically plausible representation of the entire Milky Way galaxy, rendered at a 1:1 scale.		The '''Milky Way''' is the galaxy that serves as the vast setting for [[Starship Simulator]]. The game features a procedurally generated, scientifically plausible representation of the entire Milky Way galaxy rendered at a 1:1 scale.

	== Scale and Scope ==		== Scale and Scope ==
	The simulated Milky Way is designed to mirror the scale and structure of its real-world counterpart. Key aspects include:		The simulated Milky Way is designed to mirror the scale and structure of its real-world counterpart. Key aspects include:
	*'''1:1 Scale:''' ~~The~~ galaxy is represented at a true 1:1 scale, allowing for realistic travel times and distances between celestial objects.		*'''1:1 Scale:''' the galaxy is represented at a true 1:1 scale, allowing for realistic travel times and distances between celestial objects
	*'''Vast Exploration Area:''' ~~The~~ playable area includes not only the galactic disk but also the surrounding galactic halo region, encompassing potentially quadrillions of cubic lightyears (specific estimates from development range from ~1.7 to 8 quadrillion cubic lightyears). It contains ~~potentially~~ '''over two billion''' procedurally generated star systems (according to developer FAQ).		*'''Vast Exploration Area:''' the playable area includes not only the galactic disk but also the surrounding galactic halo region, encompassing potentially quadrillions of cubic lightyears (specific estimates from development range from ~1.7 to 8 quadrillion cubic lightyears). It contains '''over two billion''' procedurally generated star systems (according to developer FAQ).
	*'''Seamless Real-Time Travel:''' ~~Players~~ can navigate ~~this vast~~ space seamlessly using the [[UNSF Magellan]]'s [[Alcubierre Drive\|FTL]] and sublight propulsion systems without encountering loading screens or artificial transitions between areas. Travel occurs in real-time relative to the ship's clock.		*'''Seamless Real-Time Travel:''' players can navigate space seamlessly using the [[UNSF Magellan]]'s [[Alcubierre Drive\|FTL]] and sublight propulsion systems without encountering loading screens or artificial transitions between areas. Travel occurs in real-time relative to the ship's clock.

	== Generation Method ==		== Generation Method ==
	The galaxy's structure and content are created through a sophisticated combination of procedural generation driven by scientific principles and the integration of ~~real-world~~ astronomical data.		The galaxy's structure and content are created through a sophisticated combination of procedural generation driven by real-world scientific principles and the integration of known astronomical data.
	*'''Procedural Generation:''' ~~The majority~~ of the galaxy is generated algorithmically based on current scientific understanding of astrophysics. This includes:		*'''Procedural Generation:''' most of the galaxy is generated algorithmically based on current scientific understanding of astrophysics. This includes:
	** Galaxy Structure: ~~Realistic~~ distribution of stars within spiral arms, the galactic core (centered on [[Sagittarius A*]]), bulge, and halo. Specific galactic region types (Core, Bulge, Thin Disc, Thick Disc, Halo, Globular Clusters) influence [[Star types]] and density.		** Galaxy Structure: realistic distribution of stars within spiral arms, the galactic core (centered on [[Sagittarius A*]]), bulge, and halo. Specific galactic region types (Core, Bulge, Thin Disc, Thick Disc, Halo, Globular Clusters) influence [[Star types]] and density.
	** Star System Formation: ~~Plausible~~ generation of star systems based on stellar type, age, and models like core accretion for planet formation. Includes features ~~like~~ [[Habitable Zone]]s, [[Sol System#Frost Line (~150K)\|Frost Lines]], [[Sol System#Dust Sublimation Line (~2000K)\|Dust Sublimation Lines]], [[wikipedia:Roche_limit\|Roche Limits]], and [[Sol System#Scattered Disk (Kuiper Belt Analogue)\|scattered disks]] / [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oort_cloud Oort cloud] analogues.		** Star System Formation: plausible generation of star systems based on stellar type, age, and models like core accretion for planet formation. Includes features such as [[Habitable Zone]]s, [[Sol System#Frost Line (~150K)\|Frost Lines]], [[Sol System#Dust Sublimation Line (~2000K)\|Dust Sublimation Lines]], [[wikipedia:Roche_limit\|Roche Limits]], and [[Sol System#Scattered Disk (Kuiper Belt Analogue)\|scattered disks]] / [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oort_cloud Oort cloud] analogues.
	** Celestial Objects: ~~Generation~~ of various [[star types]] (O, B, A, F, G, K, M, L, T, Y classes), planet types (terrestrial, gas/ice giants, lava worlds, Earth analogues, etc.), black holes, nebulae, and open clusters.		** Celestial Objects: generation of various [[star types]] (O, B, A, F, G, K, M, L, T, Y classes), planet types (terrestrial, gas/ice giants, lava worlds, Earth analogues, etc.), black holes, nebulae, and open clusters
	** Unique Seeds: A robust seeding system (reportedly `2^256` unique vector-based seeds) ensures every cubic lightyear can have unique, persistent content ~~consistent across~~ all players.		** Unique Seeds: a robust seeding system (reportedly `2^256` unique vector-based seeds) ensures every cubic lightyear can have unique, persistent content that maintains consistency for all players
	*'''Real Star Data:''' To enhance realism near humanity's home, real-world astronomical data is incorporated:		*'''Real Star Data:''' to enhance realism near humanity's home, real-world astronomical data is incorporated:
	** [[Sol System]]: ~~Includes~~ accurate representations of the planets and major dwarf planets.		** [[Sol System]]: includes accurate representations of the planets and major dwarf planets
	** Local Stars: ~~Data~~ from catalogues like Gaia DR3 is used to place millions (~18.2 million mentioned in development) of real stars within a significant radius (~2000 LY mentioned) around the Sol System. Known stars often use their common names (e.g., Sirius).		** Local Stars: data from catalogues like Gaia DR3 is used to place millions (~18.2 million mentioned in development) of real stars within a significant radius (~2000 LY mentioned) around the Sol System. Known stars often use their common names (e.g., Sirius).
	** Backer Systems: ~~Star~~ systems designed by [[Kickstarter]] backers are also integrated into the galaxy map.		** Backer Systems: star systems designed by [[Kickstarter]] backers are also integrated into the galaxy map at locations they themselves specify
	*'''Life & Civilization Generation:''' ~~Procedural~~ algorithms determine the likelihood of life evolving. If a planet has the potential for liquids, life calculations are run, ~~potentially resulting in~~ anything from simple bacteria to advanced, [[Alcubierre Drive\|FTL]]-capable alien ~~civilizations~~, with complexity often tied to the star system's age. Where ~~civilizations~~ arise, they may be generated with assigned territory (home systems, occupied systems), tech levels, government types, and ~~randomized~~ personality traits (e.g., xenophobia, aggression levels) that influence [[First Contact\|first contact]] scenarios. Initial groundwork also includes ~~generating~~ political states for galactic sectors (e.g., empires, warring factions, independent worlds).		*'''Life & Civilization Generation:''' procedural algorithms determine the likelihood of life evolving. If a planet has the potential for liquids, life calculations are run, which could generate anything from simple bacteria to advanced, [[Alcubierre Drive\|FTL]]-capable alien civilisations, with complexity often tied to the star system's age. Where civilisations arise, they may be generated with assigned territory (home systems, occupied systems), tech levels, government types, and randomised personality traits (e.g., xenophobia, aggression levels) that influence [[First Contact\|first contact]] scenarios. Initial groundwork also includes generation of political states for galactic sectors (e.g., empires, warring factions, independent worlds).

	== Structure and Coordinates ==		== Structure and Coordinates ==
	The galaxy ~~simulation~~ uses a standard galactic coordinate system~~, centred~~ on [[Sagittarius A*]] at coordinates (0, 0, 0). Space is ~~organized~~ into large sectors (e.g., 100ly cubes) and smaller subsectors (e.g., 1ly cubes) for data management and navigation ~~targeting via~~ the [[Sensors]] console.		The galaxy simulator uses a standard galactic coordinate system with its locus fixed on [[Sagittarius A*]] at coordinates (0, 0, 0). Space is organised into large sectors (e.g., 100ly cubes) and smaller subsectors (e.g., 1ly cubes) for data management and navigation using the [[Sensors]] console.

	== Player Exploration ==		== Player Exploration ==
	Players explore the Milky Way aboard a starship, representing either the [[United Nations Space Fleet]] (UNSF) or an independent organisation, such as [[Lunara]]. The player ~~will need to use~~ the ship's [[Sensors]] to scan sectors, systems, and individual bodies, and the [[Helm]] to navigate via sublight engines or the [[Alcubierre Drive]]. The primary goal within the sandbox is exploration, scientific discovery, charting the unknown, and potentially interacting with alien life.		Players explore the Milky Way aboard a starship, representing either the [[United Nations Space Fleet]] (UNSF) or an independent organisation, such as [[Lunara]]. The player uses the ship's [[Sensors]] to scan sectors, systems, and individual bodies, and the [[Helm]] to navigate via sublight engines or the [[Alcubierre Drive]]. The primary goal within the sandbox is exploration, scientific discovery, charting the unknown, and potentially interacting with alien life.

	[[Category:Galaxies]]		[[Category:Galaxies]]
	[[Category:Gameplay Mechanics]]		[[Category:Gameplay Mechanics]]