Astrobase Command

Devlog

• 3, 2, 1… Abort! Abort! Abort!
  May 05, 2021 by JellyfishGames

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  Hi everybody! As you know, we’ve been aiming at releasing Astrobase Command on the 6th of May. We have through the pre-launch period received key feedback that told us that the learning curve of the... Continue reading

  
• Astrobase Command Launch Announcement
  March 12, 2021 by JellyfishGames

  Great News Everybody! We are finally setting a release date for Astrobase Command!! As you know, we’ve been hard at work wrapping up the game. We’ve been very focused on getting it to a good state... Continue reading

  
• Astrobase Command 0.4.5 Closed Beta Patch Notes
  May 07, 2020 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #beta update

  Hey everybody! This one also took a bit longer to get to you than the beta releases have in the past. The reason is because we’ve added the ability to add sections and subsystems to already existin... Continue reading

  
• Astrobase Command 0.4.4 Closed Beta Patch Notes
  May 07, 2020 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #beta update

  Hey Everyone! It’s been a bit longer than usual in our Beta Cycle since the last update. This is because we’ve been hard at work wrapping up a big chunk of work. Replacing all the placeholder info... Continue reading
• Astrobase Command Beta Launched!
  March 05, 2020 by JellyfishGames

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  #Beta, #Closed Beta, #Announcement

  Good news, everyone! We have finally reached the Astrobase Command Beta phase! It took a bit longer than we all wanted it to but we think it has been worth it. We think the game is in very good sha... Continue reading

  
• The Crew Is Back!
  August 09, 2019 by JellyfishGames#astrobase command, #indie game advertising, #game writing, #pc game engine

  Welcome back aboard! Hello to all! All crews have returned from offworld and all hands are back on deck. Daniel – @Polygonatron Hi Everybody! This week I jumped straight into making another pass ov... Continue reading
• Summer Shore Leave – Astrobase Command Dev Update – 12 July 2019
  July 12, 2019 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #commlink, #discord integration, #indie game marketing, #vacation in space

  Even astrobases have some sweet vacation spots. We’re going to take a couple weeks to recharge our batteries while our pasty, troglodytic flesh can feel the breeze without having to wear an environm... Continue reading
• New Crew App, Flashy Terminals, and and Refreshing Our Store Front – Astrobase Command Dev Update – 26 June 2019
  June 26, 2019 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #space station game, #store front, #sim game, #quality assurance

  It’s pretty being green Daniel – @Polygonatron Hi Everybody! This week I’ve been wrapping up the work on the new graphics for store fronts. If I do say so myself, it looks so much nicer now tha... Continue reading
• Astrobase Command Weekly Update – 10 June 2019
  June 10, 2019 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #dev update

  A lost Cryoship beckons. Daniel – @Polygonatron Hi Everybody! This week I’ve continued work on the new store page graphics and added a dash of admin. Also, this week was the National Day of Swede... Continue reading
• Astrobase Command Dev Update – 3 June 2019
  June 03, 2019 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command

  Sunshine of the eternal nebula. Daniel – @Polygonatron Hi Everybody! This week I’ve been working mainly on getting new images and graphics to replace what we currently have on storefronts, webp... Continue reading
• What’s In An Emblem? — Astrobase Command Dev Update — 21 May 2019
  May 27, 2019 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #kickstarter reward, #backer reward, #emblem creator, #logo, #game art

  A selection of emblems made with the Astrobase emblem creator Hey everybody, We’ve had our noses to the grindstone working on a number of features, improvements to visualizing character behavior, a... Continue reading

  
• Making Your Crew More Sociable – Astrobase Command Dev Update – March 18th 2019
  March 19, 2019 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #backer rewards, #procedural storytelling, #sociable characters, #beta

  Hi Everyone! Over the past week we’ve been focused on making the station and its characters more lifelike. We’ve also continued building on the story opportunities by further fleshing out the adve... Continue reading
• Continuing Backer Rewards – Astrobase Command Dev Update – March 10th 2019
  March 13, 2019 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #kickstarter, #backer rewards

  Hi Everyone! Another month and an actual weekly blog post. Since the last post we have continued working on the features related to backer rewards. There’s no new build this week as we haven’t rea... Continue reading
• Uniforms And Backer Rewards – Astrobase Command Dev Update – February 28th 2019
  February 28, 2019 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #kickstarter, #rewards, #AI, #procedural story telling, #rpg

  Hi Everybody! Another month, another weekly blog post. Since the last post we have put out two builds to our alpha players (patch notes towards the end) and more importantly: We have had a focus on th... Continue reading
• Better Late Than Never – Astrobase Command Dev Update – January 28th 2019
  January 29, 2019 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #closed alpha

  Hi Everybody! Last weeks late blog post is here! We skipped the previous week’s blog post because we spent a lot of our time in planning meetings to figure out how to best take the next big steps in... Continue reading
• A Small Update – Astrobase Command Dev Update – January 13th 2019
  January 16, 2019 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command

  This week we’re back with a new minor build (0.3.2) on the and the regular updates of what our week has been like. First, let’s look at the patch notes from the new build. Astrobase Command... Continue reading
• Starting a New Year – Astrobase Command Dev Update – January 4th 2019
  January 07, 2019 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #gamedev update

  This week we’re back to regular blog posts informing you about what’s going on on a week to week basis. We managed to put out a new alpha build on the 24th along with the last blog post before thi... Continue reading
• Patch Notes for version 0.3.1
  December 29, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #patch note

  Astrobase Command 0.3.1 Closed Alpha Patch Notes New Changes -The ship's crew now stays in the ship until it has completed docking. -Various bug fixes... Continue reading
• Seasonal Releases – 24th Dec 2018
  December 27, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #alpha update, #game art, #crpg

  Happy Holidays Everybody! Good news! We are putting out a new Alpha build today! This build will include things we’ve been working on for the last while. For more information about what this include... Continue reading
• Patch Notes for version 0.3.0
  December 25, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  Astrobase Command 0.3.0 Closed Alpha Patch Notes NOTE: The settings menu is now accessible via the main menu, if you are experiencing problems with the new nebulae you can tune down the settings there... Continue reading
• Astrobase Command Novel, Chapter 7
  December 24, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #novel, #writing, #science fiction

  Merry Christmas everyone! Today, Chapter 7 sees the light as our valiant crew struggles to find the means to get off their Astrobase to gather some supplies. Chief Vong, the station’s newly-minted C... Continue reading
• All the Little Things – 16th Dec 2018
  December 17, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #game art, #game ai, #user experience, #ux, #ui

  Hi Everybody! This week we’re talking about some of the other small, medium, and even big things we’ve been working on since we last put out an Alpha update (aside from the Astrofleet app in our l... Continue reading
• Closing the Game Loop – 9th Dec 2018
  December 17, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #artificial intelligence, #astrobase command, #game design, #science fiction, #space game, #story

  Designer’s Log — 06.343.137 This week’s blog is about an exciting feature we’ve been implementing for some time called “AstroFleet” which is about sending ships on adventures to procedural... Continue reading
• Getting Back to Regularly Scheduled Programming – 4th Dec 2018
  December 04, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #alpha, #steam, #indiedev, #release date

  Hi Everybody! As you know we’ve been a bit quiet for a while as we’ve toiled away on getting some major features into the game. But now we’re reaching a point where we’re soon(tm) going to be... Continue reading
• Looking at the Schedule – 1st Oct 2018
  October 03, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #release date, #alpha, #beta, #kickstarter

  Hey Guys! In our Kickstarter campaign we had somehow set *both* the date for the Beta release and full release for November 2018, which makes no sense (someone failed an editing check!). Since that da... Continue reading
• A Fresh Coat of Paint: A New Logo – 10th Aug 2018
  August 13, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #science fiction, #space game, #logo, #art

  Hey everyone, Daniel here! I’m the guy who makes the graphics for Astrobase Command. We’ve been at it plugging away on Astrobase Command at good speed since the last blog post we put out but I wan... Continue reading
• The State of Construction – Astrobase Command Dev Update – 23rd July 2018
  July 23, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #science fiction, #construction, #emotes

  Hi Guys! Nice to be talking with you again. It’s been a while, I know! Not to worry though, we’re still very much alive. In fact, we’re making great progress on Astrobase Command. The crew you a... Continue reading
• Astrobase, The Novel | Chapter 5 - Getting Back Up - (SAMPLE)
  May 29, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  Greetings, dear friends! For as little as 1$ a month, you can help support our small team on Patreon as we develop Astrobase Command, the game. For $5, you'll receive a .pdf of a work-in-progress no... Continue reading
• 1 Year Kickstarter Anniversary – Astrobase Command Dev Update – 28 May 2018
  May 28, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #game development, #pc game, #indie game, #UI, #art

  One year has already dashed by since the Astrobase Kickstarter was successfully funded. We’ve achieved much since May 26th, 2017. Performance has improved, the characters are smarter and than they w... Continue reading
• Save The Stardate! Astrobase Command Save Game Implemented | Weekly Dev Update – 12 May 2018
  May 12, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #save game, #audio, #soundtrack, #indiedev

  We have some fantastic news this week! Astrobase now saves games. Gone are the days of wistfully watching your hard work evaporate into the void when you have to shut your computer down. Now you can... Continue reading
• The Space Coder Rises: Astrobase Command Weekly Dev Update – 7 May 2018
  May 07, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #coding, #astrobase command, #QA, #playtesting, #RPG

  Today’s the big day! Our ninja coder emerges from the shadows to add his wisdom to the weekly update. Without further ado, take it away, Cam! Cam Hi people, I’m the new programmer you’ve been h... Continue reading
• Bug Squashing, Save Games, and Combat Design | Astrobase Command Dev Update – 23 April 2018
  May 07, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #design, #combat, #audio, #save game

  Daniel – @Polygonatron Hi Everybody! Another week of intense planning and organizational work for me. Not much to talk about there. But it’s getting there! The future is looking all planned and s... Continue reading
• Save Game Loading – Astrobase Command Dev Update – 30 April 2018
  April 30, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #combat, #game design, #sound design

  Adam – @adam_blahuta Hey everybody! We’re a few small tasks away from having functional save files! We’re dedicating a bunch of time to testing save/load to identify and fix bugs that inevitabl... Continue reading
• Bug Squashing, Save Games, and Combat Design | Astrobase Command Dev Update – 23 April 2018
  April 30, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  Daniel – @Polygonatron Hi Everybody! Another week of intense planning and organizational work for me. Not much to talk about there. But it’s getting there! The future is looking all planned and s... Continue reading
• Astrobase Command Dev Update – 16 April 2018
  April 30, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #management, #soundtrack, #audio

  Adam – @adam_blahuta Hey everybody! With the recent addition of a new programmer, work on save files has picked back up nicely. On top of my responsibilities keeping him unblocked and well-fed with... Continue reading
• News From Command: The Astrobase Team Grows — Weekly Dev Update, April 9th 2018
  April 10, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #programming, #indiedev, #pc game, #space game

  Hey everybody! I had to wait until things were official, but I can finally share some great news! As many of you know, for most of its lifetime Jellyfish Games has been entirely self-funded through co... Continue reading
• Jellyfish Games’ Spacebunny Dispatch – 30 March 2018
  March 30, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #novel, #astrobase command, #patreon

  Hello everybody! We want to take a moment to wish all of you a Happy Spacebunny Day! It only happens once a year, so enjoy. Before parting ways this week, we’d like to remind you of our Patreon . Y... Continue reading
• Improved Conversation Visuals and UI Audio: Astrobase Command Weekly Dev Update – March 16th, 2018
  March 17, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #game build, #art, #audio, #astrobase command

  Hi everyone, We’re working on some bigger pieces that don’t fit nicely the weekly development cycle. As a result, we’re not putting out a build this week. There’s good stuff coming! Daniel –... Continue reading
• Astrobase Command Weekly Gamedev Update: Improving the Wow Factor – March 9, 2018
  March 09, 2018 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #space game, #science fiction, #sci-fi, #jellyfish games

  Daniel – @Polygonatron Hi everybody! This week I’ve been working on various smaller tasks. Improving the visuals a bit here and a bit there. Some of the things I did this week are already in the... Continue reading
• Noisy Brain Transplants Coming Soon To An AI Near You: Astrobase Command Weekly Update – 9 Dec 2017
  December 09, 2017 by JellyfishGames

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  #AI, #game character, #sound design, #gamedev, #astrobase command, #space game, #PR, #marketing, #indie

  Dave – @Dave_Astrobase Hey guys! This week I was mainly working on the save game GUI, so Adam has a front end to hook into! Daniel – @Polygonatron Hi Everybody! This week I’ve kept working o... Continue reading
• Patch Notes For Version 0.2.6
  October 26, 2017 by JellyfishGames

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  #Build Update

  Hey everybody! Adam here. Expect a few smaller weekly builds over the next few weeks. I'm actively working on Save Files and the Construction Job, which are both large-scale features requiring a bunch... Continue reading
• Let's Play With Dave
  October 16, 2017 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #let's play, #Design, #Base Builder, #Management Game

  Dave takes us through a 2-hour session of Astrobase while sharing tips and insights... Continue reading
• Closed Alpha, One Week Later – Astrobase Command Weekly Update, 8 Sept 2017
  September 11, 2017 by JellyfishGames

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  So here we are , a week after we let Astrobase out in the wild. We’re really excited by your reception. It’s given us a big boost. Your feedback has been great, too. It doesn’t matter how much i... Continue reading
• The Big Day is Here: Kickstarter Backer Closed Alpha Launches
  September 04, 2017 by JellyfishGames

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  #astrobase command, #jellyfish games, #space game, #base building game, #indie game, #space station, #life sim, #city sim, #Kickstarter

  So here we are. As foretold in the Memory Crystals of Kickstarteria, delivery drones are on their way to our Alpha backers. Over the next few weeks, you’ll have the opportunity to kick the tires... Continue reading