Dev Update 03
Author: indiefoldcreator
Date:
Thu, 05 Oct 2023
Game: Lacuna Passage
Genre:
Indie, Simulation, Early Access
Developer: Candescent Games
Release Date: Wed, 17 May 2017
Developer: Candescent Games
Release Date: Wed, 17 May 2017
We hope everyone had a great start to 2020. Post holidays our team hit the ground running with our build-out of Lacuna Passage and we’re excited to share more progress. In Update 02 we talked about new areas like the stunning Chandor Chasma, and our new Habitat design. Let’s start this update with a look at Rovers!
Martian Rovers
Want to colonize a harsh planet? You'll need a reliable set of wheels. This 4-Axle Mars Rover will be the backbone of long distance travel and moving stuff around. At work we’ve dubbed this machine the Toyota Hi-Lux of Mars (Top Gear reference).
Our Rovers and vehicles have a detailed physics model! We’re working with a talented vehicle-physics developer ( see footnotes ) to give you a true simulation of suspension and wheel forces.
Different surface types will have varied traction properties. We can simulate independent axles with electric motors driving each wheel for maximum traction.
Rover Parts
The Rover redesign includes the ability to spec-out parts for different types of missions. Run a rover with a light-weight setup for moving quickly over loose terrain -or run a heavy setup with more batteries for additional power or range. Different parts will affect weight, center of gravity, and wheel traction.
Before you start pulling handbrake turns across the martian landscape, be forewarned: Mars is covered with loose dirt that can have low traction. The 1/3rd gravity makes it easy to catch some air, and even easier to flip the Rover. You’ll have to choose your paths carefully, so as not to get the Rover stuck.
First Early Access Build
The first version of the new Lacuna Passage will publish early July of this year! It will feature a sandbox mission located within the massive Galap crater in the Terra Sirenum region of Mars.
We’re also excited to announce that Lacuna Passage will support local split screen co-op. The new sandbox mission will support co-op survival. Support for split-screen is part of our ground-up approach to building new possibilities and features in the Lacuna Passage sandbox.
The Game Plan
After the first build we’ll expand the game with more sandbox missions and a single player campaign. We’ll also incorporate your feedback on the build, new features, and fix issues. Our 2-month update cycle will continue, however the updates might get shorter as we hone in on the first playable launch. Thank you for your feedback and patience as we revive this awesome sandbox.
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Footnotes
Special thanks to LazyBitGames for their awesome vehicle physics plugin FGear, and working with us to extend it for Martian physics!
Galap Crater is an immense crater in the southern hemisphere of Mars. Almost 7 kilometers in diameter, and 1 kilometer deep!
Martian Rovers
Want to colonize a harsh planet? You'll need a reliable set of wheels. This 4-Axle Mars Rover will be the backbone of long distance travel and moving stuff around. At work we’ve dubbed this machine the Toyota Hi-Lux of Mars (Top Gear reference).
Our Rovers and vehicles have a detailed physics model! We’re working with a talented vehicle-physics developer ( see footnotes ) to give you a true simulation of suspension and wheel forces.
Different surface types will have varied traction properties. We can simulate independent axles with electric motors driving each wheel for maximum traction.
Rover Parts
The Rover redesign includes the ability to spec-out parts for different types of missions. Run a rover with a light-weight setup for moving quickly over loose terrain -or run a heavy setup with more batteries for additional power or range. Different parts will affect weight, center of gravity, and wheel traction.
Before you start pulling handbrake turns across the martian landscape, be forewarned: Mars is covered with loose dirt that can have low traction. The 1/3rd gravity makes it easy to catch some air, and even easier to flip the Rover. You’ll have to choose your paths carefully, so as not to get the Rover stuck.
First Early Access Build
The first version of the new Lacuna Passage will publish early July of this year! It will feature a sandbox mission located within the massive Galap crater in the Terra Sirenum region of Mars.
We’re also excited to announce that Lacuna Passage will support local split screen co-op. The new sandbox mission will support co-op survival. Support for split-screen is part of our ground-up approach to building new possibilities and features in the Lacuna Passage sandbox.
The Game Plan
After the first build we’ll expand the game with more sandbox missions and a single player campaign. We’ll also incorporate your feedback on the build, new features, and fix issues. Our 2-month update cycle will continue, however the updates might get shorter as we hone in on the first playable launch. Thank you for your feedback and patience as we revive this awesome sandbox.
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Footnotes
Special thanks to LazyBitGames for their awesome vehicle physics plugin FGear, and working with us to extend it for Martian physics!
Galap Crater is an immense crater in the southern hemisphere of Mars. Almost 7 kilometers in diameter, and 1 kilometer deep!
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