0.5.0 Update
Dear Commanders,
Version 0.5.0 for SALVO has been released! This update includes addition of new features, content and missions. This version contains new additions to gameplay mechanics - including multiple unit controls and carriers.
What's new
Carriers & Strikecrafts
The Proteus Class Fleet Carrier is now playable! With the introduction of the carrier class capital ship, commanders can now engage enemies with various types of strikecrafts. For more details, make sure to check out the Introduction to Carriers.
Improved Tactical Map
The tactical map (now called Planning Mode or PLN for short) received updates to make combat information more visible. In addition, camera controls have always been improved for the PC platform.
New Enemies
More enemy ships, some more dangerous than other, have been added to the game. These can be found in the new enounters missions.
Zone Assault
A new objective based game mode had been added. In this mode, a commander is to capture and occupy specified areas while preventing the enemies from achieving the same goal.
Modules
Module customization is now available in the hangar. These modules range from passive upgrades to unique active protocols that give a ship an advantage in combat.
New Missions
Three handcrafted, unique have been added to the Story Mode under Encounters.
Changelog
For more information, check out the full changelog below. As always, thank you for following the development of SALVO and we hope you enjoy the game.
NEW - ship modules can now be cutomized in the hangar
NEW - carrier strikecraft gameplay (launch, dock, and squadron controls)
NEW - tactical map unit indicators
NEW - SHIP: Proteus class carrier
NEW - STRIKECRAFT: interceptor squadron
NEW - STRIKECRAFT: bomber squadron
NEW - STRIKECRAFT: commandos squadron
NEW - STRIKECRAFT: gunship squadron
NEW - ENEMY: Raider frigate
NEW - ENEMY: Elite Raider frigate
NEW - ENEMY: Missile Raider frigate
NEW - ENEMY: Tugboat
NEW - ENEMY: Firebird boss
NEW - WEAPON: HE mine
NEW - ABILITY: Magnetic Grappler
NEW - custom cursors for PC
NEW - difficulty scaling for enemies
NEW - certain enemies can now use active abilities
NEW - area capture gameplay (Zone Assault, SK-04)
NEW - MISSION: Triple Trouble (SK-02)
NEW - MISSION: Workers Unite! (SK-03)
NEW - MISSION: Mountain Master (SK-04)
NEW - multiple unit control
IMPROVEMENT - move toggle now switches between ship targetting/tactical map
IMPROVEMENT - better movement controls for PC (right click to move and left click to fire)
IMPROVEMENT - smoother camera
IMPROVEMENT - better explosion visual effects
IMPROVEMENT - increased ranges for turrets
IMPROVEMENT - better tactical map effects
IMPROVEMENT - visual effects for subsystems display
IMPROVEMENT - most missiles now have unique flight patterns
IMPROVEMENT - ambient sounds for firing turrets
IMPROVEMENT - camera can now be centered on a unit (double tap unit icon or number key)
IMPROVEMENT - smoother primary weapon reload progress
IMPROVEMENT - ship armor sector display is now more subtle
IMPROVEMENT - mission objectives are now displayed in game
IMPROVEMENT - when moving through multi-pathing, ships will no longer stop on each waypoint
IMPROVEMENT - the camera in planning mode can now be controlled with directional arrow keys
FIX - enemy NPCs are now less likely to bounce around when spawned
FIX - wreckage will no longer deal collision damage
FIX - ships will no longer stop moving when exploding
FIX - turret firing effects now play consistently
FIX - turret damage is now reduced correctly by ship armor
FIX - grabber will no longer get stuck occasionally while picking up items
Files
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SALVO
Tactical Ordnance Command
Status | In development |
Author | Jas X |
Genre | Strategy |
Tags | Futuristic, Real time strategy, Sci-fi, Singleplayer, Space, Space Sim, Tactical, Top-Down, Unity |
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