Starsector is described as an open-world single player game featuring space combat alongside roleplaying, exploration, and economic aspects.
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Though it is in-development, you can purchase Starsector now at a discount to gain access to ongoing builds. Starsector supports custom content & mods and is available now for Windows, MacOS, and Linux.
Current Features
- Pilot your ship in top-down 2D combat
- Command your fleet in tactical battles
- Gain experience to level up your skills
- Detailed space combat mechanics
- Customize your ship's loadout before battle
- Hire officers to give skill bonuses, pilot auxiliary ships, and oversee your operations
- Explore war-torn star systems
- Exploit events to trade goods for profit
- Win the favor or scorn of powerful factions
- Discover new worlds and salvage lost derelicts
- Mod support for diverse user-made content
- Claim new worlds, build outposts and industry