Author Archives: vic

No snippet this time. I have just started on the Graphics & Interface development phase and everything is now in transition. So it is hard for me to post a screenie on what I am working on. This Graphics & … Continue reading →

Snippet #26: Moving to the Interface Phase after holidays Click image to enlarge The screeny shows a small empire that just started expansion. For a change we find an empire that is on a planet that actually supports open farming … Continue reading →

Snippet #25: Diplomatics Shadow Empire diplomatics are relatively simple, but I think they’ll be engaging. Basically either you or an AI regime can take the initiative. You can do so by playing diplomatic Stratagems. For example requesting to make contact, … Continue reading →

Snippet #24: Regime Feats I am adding Regime Feats to Shadow Empire. Their purpose is to give a bit more punch to the Profile system and to give your Empire a bit more character. At start of game your ‘little’ … Continue reading →

Snippet #23: Formations In this snippet you are seeing me choosing which new Formation to build. Once I select one I’ll pay the costs in Industrial Points, Metal, etc.. and I’ll get a fully manned HQ and subordinate Units placed … Continue reading →