Astrophil

They already do exist though...

I feel like a team as ambitious as Novaquark and a game as advanced as DU would doubtlessly create a beautiful and intuitive, not to mention very hands-on, flying system. Unfortunately, this also probably means that along with a Rift, a Virtuix Omni, surround speakers, and a bunch of geeky DU stuff, I'll probably also have to go find a better HOTAS as well. I really, really dislike this game's uncanny ability to cause personal bankrupticies.

I think you would fit in beautifully, Miss Astrum. If you plan to be a merchant player, joining the Empire would have considerable benefits including protection and a steady market without much cost on your part. Most probably just tax benefits for selling in the Empire and higher taxes for external trading. Here is a (messy) flowchart for your convenience: http://imgur.com/xw0QWBC Flow of power represented by arrows.

Welcome Daddio! It seems we finally have an Elite player here!

Ah...Kubrow imprints. I see your thinking.

Ah yes. Makes me think of that gazelle-zebra sort of hybrid in the hunting concept art. Imagine if you had a pet like that. And you could see it in VR too...mindblowing!

Heyo Atmosph3rik! Welcome to the DU family!

Dear dear Kiklix...don't forget the cookies and champagne.

One such game would be Elite of course. But one point, I think, is that a criminal system shouldn't be universal and be an automatic implementation as in Elite Dangerous. Like in real life, justice systems would have to be established by players themselves to determine what is bad or good or wrong or right. Also adds more roles for players ex. judges and lawyers. But yeah, bounty hunters sound cool.

Hmm that's very true, what Kiklix said. Encouraging social interaction through ship crews would likely be very effective. As for ship sizes, well, hello Star Destroyer.

Make that the only two.

Welcome Faceof!

I think I'd have to second Kiklix and vylqun on a few points. Defaulting to first person cuts out a whole denomination of players who would much rather have a 3rd person option, one that isn't temporary or need any tool or can be destroyed - unless it is in combat, in which case, yes, a drone or first-person only would be the fairest way to go. Otherwise, during normal gameplay, I see no reason to restrict 3rd person views. It'd be helpful to have a wider FOV when building, for example. Thoughts? It's a fine line between immersion and practicality.

Welcome Verlin! Hmm...building in another game. Wouldn't happen to be Landmark?

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Hello to Metallical! Somehow I missed all of these introductions a few days ago. And what an extraordinary influx of Landmarkers. Anyhow, welcome!

Oh hello Bethell! Welcome to the forums! Hope you enjoy your time with us!

@Saffi: Bother. I live for the resentment and extreme jealousy of others. It's called superiority complex.

On player income for player-created content: Well naturally, yes. Take a look at the Steam Workshop. Creators are able to set price points for mods and such, or offer them for free. This model is seen in multiple other games: Tennogen in Warframe, the Robot store in Robocraft, etc. I don't see why DU wouldn't do the same.

Happy New Year to NQ and the people of the forums! 2016 is going to be amazinggg!

I know. I hate the fact that this game is so good that I have to shell out money for a Rift. There goes my savings.

An Imperial Senate? Nice idea. Sounds like a cross between Empire and Republic in terms of Star Wars at least. Does Imperial Senate imply an empire with an emperor?

Hmm interesting. Along with that, you find that Shadow is French as well and a developer on top of that. If you were to examine speech structure of previous posts, you find syntax and vocabulary to be very similar to that of Nyz's. Nyzaltar mentioned in the "Capsuleer" thread that he is an EVE player, one of which Shadow is as well. Ready to come out Shadow? XD Of course I could be completely off and embarass myself entirely XD

Are they now? I don't recall hearing about this. Do you know where you found out about this?

Used to...for about five minutes. Too point and clicky for me personally. More of an Elite person.