Evochron Mercenary: 3D Space Combat and Exploration Simulation (PC Space-Sim)

[eggroll9000]

GIVE THIS GAME SOME LOVE!

I rarely buy games for the full price on Steam, but in this case I just had to. There are too few good space-action games anyway, and this ist just the perfect mix of Freelancer and Starfox 64 :D

[cidzor]

I like the music in this trailer. Reminds me of Two Steps From Hell or Audiomachine.

[Slorrin]

Reminds me of Wing Commander: Privateer

[BEOWULF135]

Best single-craft space game since Freespace 2. That's really saying something!

[medallish]

@BEOWULF135 Nice, I recently tried Freespace 2 with the MVP mod, it looks awesome, but I must admit the planets here look freaking amazing.

[Cube2000]

I bought this game awhile back and had some fun playing it. I think i'll return to this game later this year, but I have an exploration question:

Are there no boundaries when exploring space? I always jumped through the gates, going from sector to sector, but is it possible to simply fly beyond the borders of the map and find new stuff like that?

[LifegrindX]

This is one of my favorite games ever made. The ship customization is a dream come true and the planetary transitions are a cool touch that should now be standard in this genre. If there's a sequel, I hope you can build and fly bigger ships, like transports and battlecruisers.

[bullsquid42]

Thank's for finally making a game like that

[theeclownbro]

for those who have troubles with the physics with this game, know that space is real and that physics of this game is the only game i have encountered that actually use real space physics, my second point is that u have two setting in your ship in space, i.d.s and inertial which means that if u travel at a certain velocity you will remain in that velocity unless a force is applied to ur ship , to toggle ids and inertial press space bar!

[lordchiel]

It is a very good game but a bit hard to pick up... Great job guys

[LordCHull]

This looks amazing! I love games like this I always wanted to be a freelance spacer :D

Like Han Solo or Gene Starwind :D

[ChargeAhSC2]

I'm getting Freespace-nostalgia from this.... Gotta look into this :D

[SBwingman]

Space sim? Check.

TrackIR support? Check. (!)

Downloading demo now, I haven't been this excited since I got ArmA II =D

I foresee a purchase in my immediate future

[sl3dge78]

TAKE MY MONEY

[Steggman]

This concept is SO cool!

In typical form, i have a thought: can you emagine if this game gave you the ability to land or dock and get out of your ship and run about the place?! Or drive a land vehicle?! Or run a shop!! Or if it were MP (or is it already MP?)!!!???

[Fraggo90]

@Steggman Yes it is multiplayer.

[JMartBluLite]

Please I wish they would just mix Eve and this together. Nm then id never leave my room

[Alcatar]

X-series game with MULTIPLAYER? Bought!

[UberLithen]

How have i missed this game?!

Is it anything like the old X-wing vs tie-fighter or Freespace The great war?

[KoNoRUa]

@UberLithen I haven't played that game , but I've played this one , a long time ago...

it used to have ugly graphics , but awesome gameplay , but as I see in this vid ,graphics have been improved to awesome level too )

[TvCheese]

This game is soo awesom!! best game ever <3

[tributeaccel]

SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY

[Dwanian]

I'm a huge fan of Freelancer so I really had to get this and try it out. I love that it is so free and that you can enter the atmosphere of planets :) Still trying it out and trying to get better at fighting.

One thing that I feel could be updated is the velocity physics. Since it is zero-g in space it should be easier to more rapidly change direction using the thruster/booster when you are not accelerating but is kind of sluggish atm. I still enjoy it though!

[hobohunter666]

this is as good as bought for me

[qsiug]

Looks like infinity. Looks great.

[KuramaBingyi91]

Wait, wait wait...

You can re-enter a planet's atmosphere?!

SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY!

[7CellarDoors]

@KuramaBingyi91 Lol nice

[11strelokfan1000]

Space combat, and exploration? My type of game!

[fablecio]

So is this basically like a Space mount & blade?

[Letoras]

I played for the first time today, i think i am gonna drop every other game for this......

[VentedGlitchMaker]

I've been waiting for a proper space sim since Freelancer... Oh and have I just found it!

[funb0t]

"Mount and Blade: Warband" of space sims?

[Kalzakov]

As a freelancer Vet does this game have multiplayer?



[dadadannn]

@Kalzakov it has co operative multiplayer

[ColinZeal01]

Wow wow wow! Gonna check this out when I get home from work. Impressive stuff!

[McKack]

Contemplating getting this on Steam, saw it was just added.

Is the co-op drop in and can you co-op all the missions? (Real co-op)

Or is it a separate co-op mode with just a few things to do (Bah humbug co-op)

There really hasn't been anything like Freelancer, since Freelancer, and this looks like it just might be what we've all been waiting for! The seamless space to planet surface traveling looks so awesome :D

[DjShadowsound265]

cani just fly around and do the missions whenever i feel like

[Jovan987]

I was wondering when I'm going to stumble upon game much like Freelancer.... but this... this is like bigger, better, stronger and meaner brother of Freelancer. Can't wait to play it....

[SALordBaxter]

wait, space sim with newtonian physics rather than being ww2 dogfights in space? I'm buying it asap.

[bigears999]

This game follows Newton's first Law of Motion?!

I'm buying it.

[GoreTorn16]

Best space shooter ever!

[jonilaht]

Made with Darkbasic pro? Wow...

Downloading trial now, I just love Freelancer, I'll hope this will blow my mind!

[edeanp]

Very solid space / combat / trader / merc sim. Continually updated and one of the few of its genre that delivers its touted features (and more).

[maxsil89]

This is one of the few space games that actually feels like your'e in space and not just in a zero-g room with a black wall

[XkriskrossX]

It looks alot like universal combat on steroids.. AWESOME

[orlasplit]

What is the status of this game? is it finished?

[SFSW]

@orlasplit It was released last September and is continually being updated with new features and options. Visit the link in the description for details.

[grabedigger]

Looks a lot like Freelancer! But seems to be better than freelancer! :D

[ronpack]

hrmm, gonna have to try this game out sometime. thanks!

[rolloLG]

Frontier (Elite II).

This is the closest game to the myth....

[Keihryon]

Do the Evochron series support all flightsticks? I downloaded the demo, and it seemed to have trouble configuring to the Saitek x52 pro. I didn't even attempt to try the rudder pedals since it seems very few games support them.

[SFSW]

@Keihryon Yes, it supports the X52, actually designed with it in mind as my development system uses an X52. But you'll need to follow the instructions on mapping the controls (axis and buttons). The game also supports the rudder pedals, including any other gaming devices up to 10 simultaneously. Use the arrow keys at the top of the Configure Controls menu to switch devices while mapping controls.

[Viewindo]

@SFSW Brilliant! Need more multi-controller support in games! Though I use my wheel's throttle/brake as rudder pedals (you get used to it) =P

[qiplayer]

I want this game! It is since wing commander prophecy that I'm missing the action

[elheadkickio]

These games look amazing, especially for the tiny file size! I was always looking for open-ended space trading/combat games like Freelancer, so I don't know how I missed this series.

[ParadonNethendril]

im a classical musician and the score is BRILLIANT!!!!! im sold on the game and ive watched just have the video.

[MagicAccent]

Well, Im sold.

[Uruluke]

Where can I get soundtrack from this video. It's amasing, like game itself :)

[SFSW]

@Uruluke - Rich Douglas made the soundtrack, check out his site at the link in the credits at the end of the video.

[RDMusic007]

@Uruluke You can find the link to download my score to the game via my "Evochron Mercenary Overture" video which is most likely featured on the right. Thanks, and enjoy! The game itself is pretty damn astounding for sure.

[PocusUK]

do you know if it has TrackIR support? So few space games do, it's a real shame

[SFSW]

@PocusUK - Yes, it supports TrackIR.

[PocusUK]

@SFSW ah great thanks for the reply :)

[realdarkflamesupreme]

@SFSW

Im sorry,This might be an unbrilliant question but..With all the talk of joysticks and rudders I HAVE to ask,

Does it support standard keyboard and mouse? Or a gamepad?

[SFSW]

@realdarkflamesupreme Yes and yes. There's a free demo you can try to test out the control systems available. You can fly with a dedicated keyboard mode, three different mouse modes (pointer and direction), gamepad or up to 10 simultaneous control devices.

[combly7]

one thing you guys need to put is violent atmospheric insertions. they need you ship to shake and like fire on the out side of the spacecraft when you go into the atmosphere. it would ramp the realism and immersion 10x. but that is me thumbs up if you agree

[SFSW]

Have you played the game? What you describe is already in the game. You can enter a planet nice and slow with no burning, or rapidly and have a stream of fire blaze from your ships as it shakes and rattles from the turbulence. There's also a variety of weather effects, including lightning, rain, snow, heavy winds, etc. Also, try entering a gas giant some time :-)

[combly7]

@SFSW sorry i guess i have never gone fast into an atmosphere i have always gone slow sorry you can delete mine stupid me and i want this game it looks awesome i played evochron legends it was a very fun game

[SFSW]

@combly7 - I'll delete it if you want me to, but you bring up an important point. If players think the feature is lacking, I'd like to inform them that it is there. Others may have the same impression you did.

[combly7]

@SFSW nah you can keep it up lol stupid struck once again for me thanks for being nice about it

[Laihoistheman]

so fileplanet said this emphasizes lonewolf gameplay but it looks like you can build stuff, can you have a fleet?

[SFSW]

@Laihoistheman - You can hire a fleet (single player) or form one with other players (multiplayer). You can also place new stations to expand the game's populated universe.

[DarkZenith2007]

I am in awe of how far this series has come, and where it continues to go. Having bought both Renegades and Legends, I can certainly see myself buying this.

[MageThief]

Can not wait,,,, yes I can but I do not want to :)

[Ignuus66]

another Freelancer succesor and a good one at that

[MisterShodex]

@Ignuus66 Don't forget about Elite. :D Space Sims wouldn't be here without it.

[TvCheese]

can't wait!! awesome!

[stormfox1]

just the flight dynamics and the exploration options make this look like a very promising game, will definitely play this.

[TheOriginalEAGLE]

Looks fekkin FANTASTIC. I just started Legends a week or so ago, and I am HOOKED. This next product is a sure buy. Great job in DB, and Thank You for bringing back the Elite/ I-War/ X-Wing / Wing Commander type space sim!!

[WolfoxBR]

Looking fantastic! I can't wait to see how much it improves over Evochron: Legends.

[GeekMatrix]

When will this be released? I want to get it ASAP, thank you.

[SFSW]

If things stay on track, it should be available by September.

[GeekMatrix]

@SFSW

Thanks..Is Evochron made with DarkBasic Pro ? What language is it coded in ? I'm just curious.

[SFSW]

DBPro U75.

[Cthulinos]

Need

[erotisabus]

Best space simulation game I've ever seen.

I can't wait to buy it!

-warsign

[TheZackarios]

@erotisabus Yeah you're right, there truly isn't anything like it out there. So beautiful.

[TheZackarios]

Beautiful. I can't wait!

[getter7seven]

Looks absolutely stunning.