Im Hit!

EVGATech_DaveB

Wonder how far they will go with it.  For example, you are running at (using the old WC speeds as a base) 400kph, cut throttle to 0%, will inertia keep you moving forward, or will it behave as if you applied the breaks (firing forward thrusters)?  I ask as it would offer a lot of maneuverability options, specifically in dog-fighting if you get a hard missile lock on me, rather than trying to bank out of your range and break lock, i hit zero throttle,  either pitch or yaw 180, open fire and go to wide open throttle.  This would also NOT change your course, as all you are doing is pivoting while flying straight.

Heck, XWing Alliance did something similar, where they gave YPR stats, but different craft made their peak turning radius's at different speeds making throttle control very important in a dog fight.  I would like to see both aspects built into the game, and also varying YPR stats,  like the Dralthi's from early WC games, Pitch sucked but Yaw/Roll worked better, forced different piloting styles.   Heck the Descent thing of full vertical/horizontal movement would be awesome too, but the first 2 points are far more important IMHO.

I'm supposed to be working, DAVE!! Darnit, your super geeky and nostalgic WC musings are like crispy creme to my inner-malnurished gaming geek.

I'd be highly surprised if Roberts didin't hold true to real world/space physics. I think intertia will work as it should. I hope. Once it begins moving it will never stop unless. The slightest changes, like direction and intensity of thrust, should dynamically change your trajectory.

Original WC reduction in forward thrust was more like a slow break, there were breaks for doing a hard stop as well.  It did cover YPR in relation to speed, my hope is they take it to the next level.  To attach it to YET ANOTHER scifi, another some love or hate, but like watching how the Star Fury's from Babylon 5 maneuver.  Axis rotation while intertia holds steady.  Also, if inertia works, then it would be reasonable to say there will likely be a stand alone break.  mmmm to dogfight in a modern space sim  :D
 
With the power of modern systems, I can't wait to see this...... with any luck I will have at least one Catleap monitor by then (unless Samsung wants to give me comparable price and quality), ideally in 7680X1440 surround by then, and will be able to thoroughly enjoy this is in max res, everything up and also, and I would love to see this in all its potential high res, AA, PhysX glory.  But who am I kidding, it could looke like WC4 and I would still love it!
 
With full effects of inertia in place, it could be even more interesting if you were able to say fire all lower half Z axis thrusters at once ( I usually mix them up, but iirc X Forward-Back, Y left-right, Z up-down) and go directly vertical, like what was in Descent.  Say hat switch for linear maneuvering (thrusters for one axis on one side at a time) Rudder pedals for Roll, joystick twist for Yaw, and a throttle for my left, with macroable buttons..... mmmmmm.  Sad part is I can see myself doing this in a pitch black room, with some of those crazy firefights like you had in Privateer the Darkening, leaving you sweaty and winded  with a control setup like that.
Yeah, im still not getting past the thought of dogfighting again..... especially with those awesome plot lines Roberts is known for!

That looked frickin SWEET !!!
got to try that one !!!
 
I hope there a new Homeworld game coming out too !
That would be cool too !

EVGATech_DaveB
  I ask as it would offer a lot of maneuverability options, specifically in dog-fighting if you get a hard missile lock on me, rather than trying to bank out of your range and break lock, i hit zero throttle,  either pitch or yaw 180, open fire and go to wide open throttle.  This would also NOT change your course, as all you are doing is pivoting while flying straight.

Reminds of those dogfights in re-imagined Battlestar Galactica, one of my favorite shows of all time.

Guys, they raised $455,590 already within the first day, even though their server crashed due to excessive flooding from visitors. They only need $4 million from fans within 30 days to get the big funding from investors. This really looks like it is happening. Keep up the support.

Yes please keep supporting. This immediately shot to my most anticipated gaming project. That's saying a lot!!! 

Right now myself and another game press editor at Gadget Review are trying secure some exclusive interview time with Chris and the Oculus guys to discuss how Oculus and Star Citizen will play nice with each other.  Looks like we will be getting Oculus units in for testing soon. Oh yeah!!
 
More soon!

ehau

OMG, can't wait for this.  I love space sims, and Wing Commander II was the game that got my started on PC gaming.

Really wish one of these game studios would reboot the Wing Commander series, Those games were epic!
This one looks sick too! I've been missing a real space sim since the days of Space combat in Star Wars Galaxies.

Full rigid body simulation of all spaceships You wanted proper Newtonian mechanics. You got it! Spaceships adjust their trajectory and orientation just like the real thing.

Intelligent Flight Control System (IFCS) Like a modern day F-35, the ships have fly by wire systems which take the player’s inputs and then translate them into the commands for the ship’s engine and thrusters to articulate and deliver the required thrust to achieve the pilot’s request.

Dynamic Ship Maneuverability Ship’s performance is calculated dynamically based on various physical variables and the ability of your jet maneuvering to deliver thrust towards a requested vector. What does this mean? Infinite customization with component damage, mass or energy changes
affecting maneuverability on the fly – allowing for endless combat strategies and results.

Ship Components matter! Because we are fully simulating the physics and flight dynamics, the actual components matter. If a port thruster is damaged, it will affect your maneuverability organically. If you upgrade your thruster package with enhanced thrusters that gimbal faster and deliver more thrust it will affect your performance. Dump cargo, you may be able to get the edge in turning in a dogfight.

ehau

Full rigid body simulation of all spaceships You wanted proper Newtonian mechanics. You got it! Spaceships adjust their trajectory and orientation just like the real thing.

Intelligent Flight Control System (IFCS) Like a modern day F-35, the ships have fly by wire systems which take the player’s inputs and then translate them into the commands for the ship’s engine and thrusters to articulate and deliver the required thrust to achieve the pilot’s request.

Dynamic Ship Maneuverability Ship’s performance is calculated dynamically based on various physical variables and the ability of your jet maneuvering to deliver thrust towards a requested vector. What does this mean? Infinite customization with component damage, mass or energy changes
affecting maneuverability on the fly – allowing for endless combat strategies and results.

Ship Components matter! Because we are fully simulating the physics and flight dynamics, the actual components matter. If a port thruster is damaged, it will affect your maneuverability organically. If you upgrade your thruster package with enhanced thrusters that gimbal faster and deliver more thrust it will affect your performance. Dump cargo, you may be able to get the edge in turning in a dogfight.

The keynote video that is on YouTube is much more detailed on those topics. It also has the full length trailer.

 

How has this not got a ton of hype?? It looks fantastic!

Yeah Brad, I saw the video, and it is excellent, and much to my dismay, you are 100% correct, its marketing will lack due to it not being mainstream.  For releases of BF3, MW3, Blackops and one of the Clancy games, I saw them every 3rd-4th commercial break on network TV, and watching fights they were every break.  Perks of having a big name and a big publisher behind you.  I'm sure this wont sell the sheer numbers those did, but I have faith that this title can do very well.

Good point, however most games viewed as indie, and not having a large marketing push can definitely limit it, especially early on.  Once its up and going, for good games, word spreads, and that is a HUGE help.  Just that early on, not much for marketing/PR can can slow initial market saturation, especially before the game is launched.

I want a big ship with two fighter bays, NAOW!!!

^^^  THIS
comeon Mr. Roberts, make me and im hit goto triple SLI, give us a reason!
 
Nice article too  :)

Lotta lack of hype and support makes me think this will die like so many other PC gaming "dream" ideas.

1ceTr0n

Lotta lack of hype and support makes me think this will die like so many other PC gaming "dream" ideas.

 I look at it this way, there are those that talk and then there are those that do. I think this guy is much more apt to do than talk about it.