Starmancer (2021)

Prepare for an onslaught of chaos with the "Space Pirate Incursion" update for Starmancer! This expansion introduces a thrilling new threat to your fledgling space station, as cunning pirate ships now roam the galaxy, actively seeking to pillage and plunder. You'll need to decide whether to stand your ground and defend your hard-won base or make a desperate warp to safety. To aid in your defense, players can now craft handguns, marking the initial step in a broader weapons and ammunition system planned for future updates. Additionally, new derelict stations have appeared, brimming with valuable data chips, silicon, and high-tech decorations. Among these findings are Tesla Coils, which can be salvaged and integrated into your station's defenses, provided you can manage the increased power demands. Furthermore, the introduction of sprinklers and fire suppression foam offers a crucial new tool for combating station fires, ensuring a safer environment for your growing population. Starmancer itself casts you as the titular AI, tasked with managing a colossal space station designed to house humanity's consciousness as they flee a dying planet. The game thrives on emergent gameplay within a living sandbox, where every decision carries weight as you navigate procedurally generated star systems. You'll scavenge from abandoned stations, battle a menagerie of hostile creatures including space zombies, and now, fend off relentless pirates. Beyond survival, the game offers deep customization for both your station and its unique inhabitants. Cater to your colonists' every need, from sustenance and shelter to personal expression through decor. Manage vital resources like power, water, and atmosphere, and cultivate your population from an infinite pool of minds, each with distinct personalities and skills that evolve through gameplay. The freedom to experiment with unconventional or even morally ambiguous strategies is at the core of the Starmancer experience.