The skies of Highreach are calling, and we’re thrilled to announce the latest and most ambitious addition to the game: Airships! This transformative feature is not only a game-changer for the way you explore the world, but it’s also a love letter to creative freedom and the spirit of adventure.
Why Airships?
In a game set on a continent of floating, procedurally generated islands, the ability to traverse the skies just feels right. Airships are the missing piece of the puzzle, and now, they’re here to give you the ultimate freedom: the skies are yours to explore!
Your airship isn’t just a mode of transport - it’s your mobile sanctuary, your trusty steed of the skies. Whether soaring to far-off islands, scouting for resources, or evading deadly threats, the airship expands your exploration options like never before.
We've explored other modes of traversal, but we came to the conclusion, that airship should be a core feature for Highreach and would be the most useful way of traversal.
It also serves as and expandable, movable base, so you no longer have to build several bases all over the world (you still can of course!), but you can take your base and all resources you have with you.
How You Fly
Flying an airship in Highreach feels as epic as it sounds. Maneuver the large, customizable vessel freely around the floating islands. You’ll take full control of your vessel:
Adjust horizontal and vertical speeds and rotate your vessel via a steering wheel, similar to a ship and fly across the floating islands.
Your steering control panel gives you an overview of your airship engine's powers, fuel, a compass and everything you need on your journey.
Flying isn’t just a way to get from A to B - it’s an immersive experience that ties directly into the sense of scale and wonder Highreach offers.
Highly Customizable, Entirely Yours
Your airship isn’t a one-size-fits-all vehicle. It’s highly customizable, giving you the freedom to design it according to your vision. Want a sleek explorer built for speed? Or a floating fortress that dominates the skies? It’s up to you. With numerous components to build, tweak, and improve, the airship is a true extension of your creativity and ingenuity.
Every building structure has an effect on your airship movement, every piece affects the weight and the space you may use.
Customizing your airship isn’t just cosmetic - your choices matter. From propellers to turbines, every piece you add will affect your airship’s performance, balancing weight, speed, fuel and functionality. Whether you’re decking it out for combat or expanding it for additional living space, every decision shapes your journey.
The introduction of airships doesn’t just change how you explore—it introduces entirely new gameplay possibilities, including managing your airship camp and creating a floating main base.
What’s Next?
This is just the beginning. In future updates, we’ll dive deeper into the systems surrounding airship design and management, including how weight, speed, and components interact to create a dynamic and engaging experience.
The airship is more than a feature—it’s a promise of freedom, creativity, and adventure. We can’t wait to see the incredible designs you create and the daring journeys you’ll take in the skies of Highreach.
Stay tuned for more updates, and as always, thank you for being part of this amazing journey with us.
See you in the skies! 🌥️
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