Bug fixes

Fix for an issue on Windows where window scaling was set to 125% or above. This would cause the game window to be significantly larger than it should, cropping the UI and causing very low quality rendering. My thanks to player Midnight for helping me identify the source of this one.
Fixed a crash when exiting the game while the tutorial was on-going.
Fixed a crash after leaving a game to the main menu, and then starting a new game.
Fixed multiple crashes when force-closing the game (e.g. Alt-F4).

Next steps

The next few patches will focus on general stability and engine improvements. There are still several known issues (such as problems with ultra-wide screen support, the ship's capacitor regeneration calculations being off and a few crashes) which need to be addressed, and the game's logging needs some attention so I get better information when players experience a crash or have issues. I've got the basic design for the next game mode (Hyperscape) in progress, but there are general improvements which I want to do which will benefit every game mode, most notably to the AI and environment diversity.

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[ 2024-04-10 10:15:28 CET ] [ Original post ]

"This galaxy is ours." — Emperor Elion VII

A fairly straightforward statement, although not one echoed by all of the other factions in the galaxy. HEXTERMINATE puts you in command of the Imperial flagship, under orders to conquer the galaxy. Diplomacy has been discarded in favour of the "more firepower" approach, as 'making friends' is not on the Emperor's agenda. How difficult can it be?

Modular construction
Each ship is built out of hexagonal modules which slot together, including armour, reactors and weapons. With dozens of different types and rarity levels, you build the spec you want. It is your choice how you will tackle galactic conquest: from massive behemoths with layered armour to blitzing sniper battlecruisers. Given that every module is individually destructible, a few well placed shots at your enemy's ships can be devastating.
A living galaxy
The galaxy changes over time as the various factions vie for power. Fleets embark on missions, sectors are won and lost, every game will play out differently. Even in the middle of a fight reinforcements can turn the tide for either side.

Your own fleet
Assemble a fleet to accompany you in your quest, from long range gunships, front-line battleships and support vessels. Or decide to keep all the glory for yourself, fighting on your own against a hostile galaxy.
Perk system
Further customise how you tackle HEXTERMINATE by acquiring perks as you destroy enemy ships: from access to experimental ships to add to your fleet to increased rate of fire for each landed shot, you'll find a range of options to complement your style of play.

MINIMAL SETUPOS: Linux Mint 21.3
Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2500 CPU @ 3.30GHz
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti
RECOMMENDED SETUPOS: Linux Mint 21.3
Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2500 CPU @ 3.30GHz
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 2060

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