Inter Solar 83

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03 Oct 2025Developer post
Hotfix 0.4.7.3 Now Live!
Hotfix 0.4.7.3 now live! This fixes a few key things. AMD render bug, should now work correctly on AMD 5xxx, 6xxx, 7xxx Radeons. Missing key binding for some VR users. Weird sideways gravity! I'll be looking at less game breaking issues over the coming weeks, alongside the work o
Hotfix 0.4.7.3 now live!
This fixes a few key things.
AMD render bug, should now work correctly on AMD 5xxx, 6xxx, 7xxx Radeons.
Missing key binding for some VR users.
Weird sideways gravity!
I'll be looking at less game breaking issues over the coming weeks, alongside the work on the next big update (more info later)!
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30 Sep 2025Developer post
Hotfix 0.4.7.2 Now Live!
A new hotfix has just gone live for both the free demo and the closed alpha (accessed via the patreon). This is based on awesome feedback from the community here, and on Discord so many thanks for flagging up the issues. Patch Notes: Fixed a bug that allowed items to be placed in
A new hotfix has just gone live for both the free demo and the closed alpha (accessed via the patreon).
This is based on awesome feedback from the community here, and on Discord so many thanks for flagging up the issues.
Patch Notes:
Fixed a bug that allowed items to be placed in the air filtration unit... which then enlarged!
Fixed camera layering causing double vision of held object when in the cockpit
Ensured datacarts don't disappear on loading
Fixed directional thrusters with Vive Wand
Added a hard stop to periscope to prevent it sinking through the floor
Replaced the binding system so it now writes to a text file in AppData instead of registry
Separated bindings for Flashlight/Torch and Deploy hardpoints - "T" for Torch/flashlight
Added a reset button for bindings
Launch options now work correctly and force disable/enable VR
Possible fix for the AMD / Radeon specific shader bug?? Let me know if it persists and I'll do something more drastic.
Added quit to desktop button in main menu
Added an Escape menu to non-VR mode
Thanks for all the feedback!
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18 Sep 2025Developer post
NON VR PLAY!!! A huge update to the free demo and closed alpha. (Also HOTAS!)
Its a big day for Inter Solar 83 as finally I can offer access to the game to the other 98% of steam users! From his point on the game will be playable both in VR and on a monitor, with a full interface conversion for each. This was the most requested feature by far. The second m
Its a big day for Inter Solar 83 as finally I can offer access to the game to the other 98% of steam users!

From his point on the game will be playable both in VR and on a monitor, with a full interface conversion for each. This was the most requested feature by far. The second most requested feature, support of HOTAS and game controllers has also been added.... along with many other new features!

The patch notes....
Non VR play!
Inter Solar 83 is finally available to everyone, not just those with VR headsets!
HOTAS and game controller support.
The No.1 most requested feature, you can now just a HOTAS or other game controller(s) to fly your ship. Available in both VR and non VR play.
Control remapping
Set up any controller or keyboard input to a huge range of ship functions.
(this will also allow you to set up voice attack or similar third party software).
Overhauled star map
The star map should now load instantly (no more game freezes) and has had a full graphical overhaul.
New music
A much larger selection of fantastic 80s inspired tracks bring extra atmosphere to the game.
New ship locator compass
Tured of losing your ship on the surface of planets? Just use the handy new pointer!
Updated wrist computer.
New graphics and features to allow interation with the compass, bindings and graphics menu.
Updated save system.
The auto save now saves everything, from inventory contents to ammo count.
New graphics
From new hyperspace effects to an updated space suit.
New menus
An overhaul of the main menu to make things slicker and easier to use. VR and Non VR.
Many bug fixes
A lot of persistent bugs have now been fixed, along with crushing some new ones that turned up.
Optimisation
A sweep of the game tuning various features to improve framerate for VR and non VR players.
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05 Sep 2025Developer post
Non VR mode available this month!
Hi all, Just a quick update to say that the final stages of revisions and bug fixing has started for the new update to both the free demo and the closed alpha. In addition to adding non-VR play this will also bring HOTAS support for all players including in VR along with a host o
01 Aug 2025Developer post
Coming soon - non-VR mode!
Starting with the next patch, Inter Solar 83 will now be available to play without VR! Play the latest in space exploration games on your monitor! What's more, you will also be able to use game controllers including HOTAS, with the ability to customise all your control inputs. Lo
22 Apr 2025Developer post
Demo updated! Now with 100% more lasers! (and asteroid rings and 8-bit gaming).
Hi all, The demo has just had a big update to bring it in line with some of the features of the closed alphas...to give you a taste of what you are missing on the Patreon! You now have access to the ships inventory, mining laser and can explore the vase asteroid ring of a gas gia
08 Apr 2025Developer post
Huge Update to the Alpha!
The latest update to the closed alpha is now live! This one was a lot of work as it needed entirely new back end code for generating planetary rings, managing inventories and resources and physics-based projectiles! I'm hopeful the next patch will move much faster as it will buil
The latest update to the closed alpha is now live! This one was a lot of work as it needed entirely new back end code for generating planetary rings, managing inventories and resources and physics-based projectiles! I'm hopeful the next patch will move much faster as it will build on these new features.

New Features Include:
New asteroid models and generation system.
Rework of gas giant rings to include millions of asteroids and dust clouds.
Deployable/retractible mining laser.
An 8-bit game to play on your console!
A new inventory system.
New cargo console to collect and dispense items.
New models and cockpit detail.
Enhanced planet graphics.
New sound effects.
Streamlining and optimization.
Bug fixes.
Again, many thanks to the paid backers who have made working on this project possible. If you'd like to join them and get immediate access to this build click here!
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27 Jan 2025Developer post
What's New in Inter Solar 83? (loads of new content that's what)
Hi All, Firstly, apologies, I'm aware I haven't really been updating the steam page with news regularly enough, focussing more on updating via Patreon and Discord... my new years resolution is to keep ALL channels updated! So what's new in the closed alphas in the last few patche
Hi All,
Firstly, apologies, I'm aware I haven't really been updating the steam page with news regularly enough, focussing more on updating via Patreon and Discord... my new years resolution is to keep ALL channels updated!
So what's new in the closed alphas in the last few patches?
Well...

Life bearing planets!
New planet graphics
Shipboard warning system
New targeting system
Ship's scanner module
Temperate management and effects
Many new control panels
Catastrophoc Failures and Player death
Overhauled Orbital Physics
New save system implemented
Updated menus
Volumetric fog
New Particle effects
New airlock display
Many new terrain models
Rework of atmosphere systems
new sounds
Streamlining and optimization
Bug fixes galore!
And many other minor features. In short its been all systems go here, and the patches are rolling out very regularly. Get access to all this right here - https://www.patreon.com/FirstTimeGames/
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19 Aug 2024Developer post
Demo and Closed Alpha updated!
I'm very pleased to announce that the latest build is now live. This adds new content to both the free Demo, and the closed alpha. For info on accessing the alpha visit This adds many new features to the game including... • Oxygen management • Wearable Spacesuit (don’t go out wit
23 Jul 2024Developer post
July Patch Now Live for Backers
Its patch day! The July patch is now live and being played by backers. Get in on the action here - This adds the following features... · Dynamic temperature system · Temperature effects on ship · Climate control system including new control panel, interactions and sound effects.
19 Jun 2024Developer post
June Update Now Live! New graphics, New Models, New Features! (Demo and Alpha)
The latest patch adds the following new features. Settings: Switch music on/off Select dedicated mode for HTC Vive wands Select snap or smooth turning Game: Suns have been completely overhauled both in terms of generation and graphics. You should now see much more realistic looki
29 May 2024Developer post
What's new in the closed alphas? (and how to get access)
Hi all, I wanted to catch up with steam players to remind you all that you can get access to much, much more content than the free demo via the Patreon. A single, one off donation of £4.50 gets you access to the current alpha... while a total donation of £22.50 secures your game
Hi all,
I wanted to catch up with steam players to remind you all that you can get access to much, much more content than the free demo via the Patreon.
A single, one off donation of £4.50 gets you access to the current alpha... while a total donation of £22.50 secures your game for life, along with permanent access to alphas as they release!..even if you quit Patreon.
Find out more here - https://www.patreon.com/FirstTimeGames
So here are some of the things supporters are already doing...

Jumping from system to system (after plotting a course in the holographic star map)
Searching for wrecks to syphon fuel and resources from.
Weaving between asteroids in giant asteroid fields.
Exploring the beauty of vast nebulae.
Landing on Earth sized planets (barren or ice worlds currently)
Landing on moons (also currently barren or ice)
Procedurally generating entire, unique galaxies to explore.
And much more!
The game will also be releasing on Steam Early Access at the same price point in the future, but if you can't wait, and want it for exactly the same price (plus the chance to gain bonus items on rewards) come and join us today!
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25 Jan 2024Developer post
Free Demo and Closed Alpha both updated!
Greeting Explorers! I'm very pleased to announce that the latest updates to both the free demo and the closed early alpha content are now live! For those playing the demo it should update automatically. If you would like to get access to the closed alpha builds come and join us b
Greeting Explorers!
I'm very pleased to announce that the latest updates to both the free demo and the closed early alpha content are now live!
For those playing the demo it should update automatically. If you would like to get access to the closed alpha builds come and join us by signing up on the Patreon right here! This is the cheapest (and only) way to pre-order the game as well as getting immediate access to alpha builds.
https://www.patreon.com/FirstTimeGames
Features

Interior and exterior lighting control switches added
Master Power switch added
Engine power switch added
Thrust control switch added
Systems switch added
Life support switch added (not yet functional)
Jump drive master switch added.
3D assets

New right gauntlet with flashlight
New model for pilots seat
New model for front dashboard
New model for left control panel
New switch model
Reworked roof model
Overhead flight panel model added
Audio

New sound effects for engine startup
New sound triggering system to be more responsive
Gameplay

Electrical system implemented
Misjumps now possible if power lost to jump drive
New orbital physics - you can now freely rotate your craft in orbit.
Re-built autopilot system using new physics
Bug Fixes

Inability to quit star map with Vive wand fixed (uses left trigger)
Issue causing teleportation to break fixed
Issue with random sandstorms miles above moons fixed
Invisible floor and canopy from when outside ship fixed
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12 Dec 2023Developer post
Patreon now open for immediate Alpha access, beginning this month.
Greetings Explorers! With the Kickstarter drawing to a close and no hitting its target I have decided to move to a different funding model via Patreon instead! The really good news is you won't have to wait for nearly as long to start testing the early builds of the game... I'm m
12 Nov 2023Developer post
The Kickstarter is now live!
I'm very please to announce that the Kickstarter is now live! Grab a discounted copy of the game, get in the credits, get involved with development! This will run for just 30 days so get over and stake your claim to one of the amazing rewards available exclusively to backers. CLI
28 Oct 2023Developer post
Small patch to fix bug
Tiny patch today to fix a bug with the in-game discord link. It should now work correctly. Here is is again for anyone who'd like to join the discussion!
18 Oct 2023Developer post
Version 1.08 is now live! Major graphics overhaul and new features.
Greetings explorers! This is the last update ahead of the kickstarter (which starts in 24 days!!). Lots of graphics updates as well as gameplay. • An extensive graphics overhaul of the ship interior • New hangar environment • New Gas Giants • New lighting • New textures • New fli
29 Sep 2023Developer post
Small update V1.06
A small update today to add left handed mode to the game. This is toggled in the main menu and flips the layout of the cockpit. Some other minor tweaks to sound volumes. Don't forget that the Kickstarter starts next month, so don't forget to sign up for a reminder here!
12 Sep 2023Developer post
Kickstarter Begins November 12th!
Greetings Explorers! Today I am announcing that the official kickstarter launch date is Nov 12th! Game development is a time consuming process, this crowd fund is intended to raise enough money to allow me to completely clear my calendar of any other commitments. Without funding
11 Sep 2023Developer post
Huge update to graphics and gameplay!
I've been hard at work for a month on this one, hopefully you'll like it! This is a complete re-work of the planet terrain and graphics along with some major overhauls on how you move around the planet. Also many, many smaller changes. Graphics Completely re-worked the terrain an
I've been hard at work for a month on this one, hopefully you'll like it!
This is a complete re-work of the planet terrain and graphics along with some major overhauls on how you move around the planet. Also many, many smaller changes.
Graphics

Completely re-worked the terrain and textures to be much more interesting and detailed
Added scattered rocks to Moon
Added shadow casting on planet surface from ship and other objects
Added dust cloud around moon
Added dust kick-up graphics and sound effects
Re-built lighting and shadows inside ship
New graphics for computer screens

Features

Added space gauntlet with interactive holo menu.
Gameplay

Overhauled ship speed relative to height above surface
Optimised many features to improve frame rate (still work in progress, don't worry!)
Re-built player controller on planet surface, movement/jumping vastly improved.

...and many, many small changes to numerous to list!
Hopefully this should feel like a bit jump in look and feel.
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