Tech Demo
Tech Demo 1 was the first public demonstration version of Starship Simulator, released by Fleetyard Studios in late 2022. It served as the initial public showcase of the project's core concepts and technology.
Release and Availability
Tech Demo 1 was released on Steam as a free download on or around October 3, 2022. It remained available until it was effectively replaced by the updated Tech Demo 2 released during the Steam Next Fest in June 2023.
Purpose
The primary goals of releasing Tech Demo 1:
- Introduce the Starship Simulator concept to the public.
- Provide a proof-of-concept for the visuals and core technologies like the seamless galaxy and detailed ship interiors.
- Allow early testing of basic gameplay mechanics like ship exploration and flight.
- Begin building a community and gather initial feedback to guide further development.
Content and Features
Tech Demo 1 included features such as:
- Ship Interior Exploration: The ability to explore multiple decks of the Magellan Class starship prototype on foot.
- Basic Flight: Rudimentary ship control, early implementations of FTL jumps.
- Galaxy View: Interaction with the large-scale galaxy map.
- Early Systems Interaction: Showcase of some basic simulated systems including power management.
Successor
Tech Demo 1 provided the foundation for future iterations. It was superseded by the more feature-rich Tech Demo 2 released in June 2023.