Today is the day. Nearly 10 years have been dedicated to this project, and I hope you enjoy the game. v1.0 is now live on Steam!
Stellar Tactics has a large universe with many interconnected systems. In general, it does not hold your hand much or force any particular style of play. Starting on the Dauntless provides background for the game story, some nice equipment and tutorials that will help familiarize you with the basic game systems. From there, you will work toward getting your first ship and then an FTL drive.
After that, it’s up to you. Follow the main story to expand your arsenal of options with Psionics and Azimuth, build your trading empire, become a pirate and board ships for loot and profit, or explore and take missions from various factions, building your crew into a formidable force.
If I can offer one piece of advice, take the time to read the tips that pop up on the screen. They are important because there are so many different systems in the game that it can be overwhelming at times. And certainly, rushing into space combat without understanding how it works will get your crew killed. The in-game guide covers all topics in detail and is available at any time in the game by pressing [H].
If you find the game too difficult, or too easy, open the Options->Gameplay panel and adjust the the many options to your own preference.
I’m providing links below to various resources that have been compiled to make your journey a pleasant experience.
SUPPORT GUIDE – This guide contains everything I know about various support issues. If you experience any technical issues with the game, a solution will be found in the guide:
https://steamcommunity.com/app/465490/discussions/4/3827541651929507123/
FAQ – I’ve compiled an extensive FAQ to cover all commonly asked questions about the game. If you have a question, it is likely answered here. Of course, you can also post on the forums, and people will usually help.
https://steamcommunity.com/app/465490/discussions/0/690873811210399401/
WIKI – The Stellar Tactics wiki is a great resource for information on the game. Check it out:
https://stellartactics.fandom.com/wiki/Stellar_Tactics_Wiki
Good luck, and enjoy your journey into the Void!