Space Nerds In Space is a multiplayer networked spaceship bridge simulator inspired by Artemis Spaceship Bridge Simulator. It allows multiple players to collaboratively control a starship, managing various systems like navigation, weapons, and engineering. The game aims to provide a realistic simulation of a spaceship bridge environment using the C programming language.
The game features a comprehensive suite of terminals covering crucial ship functions, including navigation, weapons, engineering, and comms. Support for multiple bridges enables larger crews and more complex scenarios. Lua scripting API is available for creating custom mission scenarios, enhancing replayability and extending the game's scope.
- Multi-crew Support: Enables collaborative gameplay with multiple players controlling different aspects of the ship.
- Lua Scripting API: Allows users to create custom missions and scenarios, extending game functionality.
- Terminal Variety: Provides terminals for core ship systems like navigation, weapons, and engineering.
- Voice Chat: Integrated voice chat facilitates communication and coordination among players.
- Warp Gate Travel: Offers travel between different solar systems via warp gates within a large universe.
- Asteroid Mining & Bounty Hunting: Implements gameplay elements like asteroid mining and bounty hunting for player engagement.
- Extensible Architecture: Designed with an architecture that facilitates future expansion and integration of new features.
The project is reasonably far along in development, with a functional codebase and stable gameplay. It is actively maintained, with recent commits and ongoing bug fixes. Documentation, including a Lua scripting API guide, assists developers in contributing to the game. Community activity is present through the GitHub repository's issue tracker.
Space Nerds In Space is targeted towards space enthusiasts and gamers interested in collaborative simulation experiences. It provides a unique platform for role-playing and strategic gameplay in a space setting. Unlike many single-player space games, it emphasizes teamwork and coordinated decision-making, offering a distinct approach to the genre.