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Greetings captains!
It's not yet time to push the release button on the update, but it is time to give a progress report! We said we'd keep you in the loop as the update draws closer so here it is:
We're on track for the upcoming update, slated for the end of January. It's been awhile since the last update, but the changes and additions we have for you should make up for the absence. Here's a general roundup:
- The complete redesign of fleet management and fleet movement is on track as well. This is a major change and it will impact the game greatly. We're looking forward to getting your invaluable feedback.
- We've got a few more things to tweak in the new reputation system, but it's basically done and done. All that remains are the finishing touches.
- HQ Research mechanics is also up and running and we're populating it with the actual topics as we speak. Unless something extra weird happens, you'll be getting your degree in no time.
- Get ready for Gemini to become a less silent place. The new NPC chatter system will let you hear what NPCs are doing or planning to do.
- Remember those holographic panels near stations in Starpoint Gemini 2? They're back and this time we've got Bink video working in the background to make it all a lot better.
- Controller support is fully implemented. Switching between using the gamepad and keyboard + mouse can be done seamlessly, in-game. No need to exit the game or doing the switch in the options. Just give the mouse or plugged-in gamepad a little nudge and you're good to go.
- Time to travel fast using the T-Gate network. Wormholes are also making a return. In fact, T-Gates are built on top of wormholes and naturally, you're free to expand the existing T-Gate network. And we shouldn't forget about the redesigned T-Drive. Instant-jump no longer, but enjoy the view as you woosh around the system at warp speed.
- A host of fixes, tweaks and additions are also coming in the patch. We hope you'll be happy with what we've been doing over the last two months!
As you can see, most of our remaining work is focused on the fleet segment. The work on this was massive and we've got more left to do, but we believe the time is right for this to be implemented.
But that's not all folks! We've got other news-bits as well.
The redesign of our official website is done. You can check it out here. The official forum has also gone through a visual overhaul which you can see here.
And to top it all off, the entire Starpoint Gemini franchise is now on discount for a whole week!
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