Steam News announces
that early access to
Naval Action for Windows is now underway, offering a chance to
experience the alpha version of Game-Labs' simulation of the days of wooden
ships and iron men. Here's an outline of the level of accuracy they are
pursuing:
Enormous open world – Large open world, recreated based
on 18th Century maps, historical harbors, positions, and town names. We do not
believe in the various modern hand-holding markers, thus player position is not
shown on the map: you will have to navigate yourself using compass, sun or
landmarks. PS. battles are instanced to allow extremely complex sailing and
fighting calculations for 50 ship battles.
Freedom – Build ships, trade, sink enemies of your nation. You can attack
anyone almost everywhere. Remember that every action could have consequences. So
don't attack everyone - or you will become a pirate. Conquer almost every port
in the Caribbean, but remember! other adventurous captains will try to ruin your
plans.
Beautiful ships – Accurate hull models, sail plans, guns, internal
upgrades, historical speed, turning and heel performance. Ships from small
cutters to large 100+ gun 1st rates will allow the player to experience every
possible role of the Age of Sail period.
Realistic sailing – Advanced wind and physics model provides for
realistic portrayal of ship’s performance in the age of sail. Yard angles, ship
angle to wind, fittings and ship condition affects speeds and turning rates.
Correct tacking, boxhauling, clubhauling and other elements of the age of sail
sailing are possible. Hidden ship characteristics will allow to gradually
uncover potential of the vessel – every ship in game will be unique.