Ships At Sea News

[p]Hey Captains! [/p][p]We’ve been busy behind the scenes improving how you equip, manage, and interact with your tools and gear in Ships At Sea. Today, we’re excited to share two new updates that make your work at sea smoother and more immersive than ever![/p][p][/p][h2]🛠️ Step Inside the Toolshop![/h2][p][/p][p]No more window shopping — the Toolshop is now fully accessible![/p][p]
In our first iteration, you can step inside, explore the space, and shop for the essential gear you’ll need for the job. Whether it’s tools for maintenance and repair, or snacks and drinks for your onboard kiosk operation, everything is within reach and ready to be tested in the field. [/p][p]Walk inside, browse the shelves, and stock up for your next voyage![/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h2]🎒 New Inventory, New Possibilities![/h2][p][/p][p]We’ve completely reworked the inventory system to make item management simpler, faster, and far more intuitive.[/p][p]Here’s what’s new:[/p]

• [p]Drag & Drop — Move items freely between the inventory slots[/p]
• [p]Split & Stack — Manage consumable items with full control[/p]
• [p]Custom Quickslots — Assign tools or items exactly how you want them[/p]

[p]This new layout brings smoother interaction, better organization, and more freedom on deck — so you can focus on the journey ahead. [/p][p]Please note that every new UI element has been designed with full gamepad accessibility in mind, bringing us one step closer to complete controller support throughout the game.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][carousel][/carousel][p]Development on Ships At Sea continues full steam ahead. We are actively working on new features, improvements, and optimizations to make every update feel meaningful. We truly appreciate your continued support — stay tuned for what’s next![/p][p]Fair Winds and Happy Sailing, Captains! 🌊[/p][p][/p]

• [p]Team Misc Games [/p]

We’ve just released a small hotfix addressing a crash that could occur for some players when loading a save game.

If you experience any issues after updating, please verify the integrity of your game files through Steam to ensure everything is installed correctly.

Changelog

• Fixed a crash when loading a save game
  

Team Misc Games

Ahoy Captains,

Here is a small hotfix that fixes the issue with gutting not working and crash with player profiles.

Changelog

- Fixed a crash with some player profiles
- Fixed issue with gutting not working

Team Misc Games

Ahoy Captains,

Here is a small update that improved the docking at fish farms with Tier 3 ships and fixes the issue with some medium cargo areas spawning cargo out of reach with the crane.

Changelog

• Fixed issue with some medium cargo areas spawning items out of reach for crane in some ports
  
• Improved docking area on Fish Farm, should be easier to dock with T3 ship
  

Team Misc Games

[p]Hello Captains,[/p][p]We’ve been busy behind the scenes, not only improving existing features and systems but also working on brand-new ones for upcoming updates. Today, we’d like to give you a sneak peek at some of the world-building improvements coming your way with the new map, which takes place in Norway - the Lofoten region. The new map will also introduce new ports. [/p][p][/p][h3]New Houses – With Character[/h3][p]For the entirely reworked map, we’re introducing a completely new approach to houses, industrial buildings and offices. Some buildings appear freshly painted and well-maintained, while others reveal the passage of time through weathering, dirt, and wear. This is the first time we’ve brought visible ageing into our environments, giving towns and villages a much more authentic and lived-in feeling.[/p][p]With this system, locations will feel more alive than ever before—whether you’re walking past a freshly built house or an old seaside building battered by the elements.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Offices, Tool Shops & Weather Effects[/h3][p]We’re also reworking offices and tool shops, making them accessible for players to step inside and interact with. This adds another layer of immersion to the world, giving you more places to explore and use.[/p][p]Additionally, the weather system is being updated and tailored to the new map. From heavy rain to storms, atmospheric immersion will be even deeper. Just look at how moody it gets ⛈️✨ — and yes, now you’ll finally have a place to hide when the storm hits: the office![/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h3]New Ferry Terminal – Modular and Ready for Operations[/h3][p]Another major addition is the new ferry terminal. It’s fully modular, meaning the hydraulics will adjust when ferries dock to prepare for loading and unloading. This feature not only enhances realism but also lays the groundwork for upcoming ferry operations that we’ll expand on in future updates.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Looking Ahead[/h3][p]We’re steadily shaping Ships At Sea into a living, breathing ship simulation world. Naturally ageing buildings, evolving infrastructure, accessible interiors, improved weather, and enhanced graphics and lighting across day and night are laying the foundation for richer, more immersive gameplay.[/p][p]We’re also working on dedicated server support — moving beyond the friends list so you can connect with more captains worldwide. This will allow us to potentially increase co-op sessions slightly, bringing a few more captains together to make teamwork at sea even more engaging.[/p][p]In addition, we’re expanding boat ownership: everyone in the same company will be able to help equip and prepare ships with gear and resources, giving each crew member greater responsibilities and a stronger sense of ownership.[/p][p]And since sailing and ship simulation are at the heart of the game, refining ship physics and buoyancy remains a top priority — ensuring every vessel feels and steers authentically on the open sea.[/p][p]Stay tuned — plenty more updates are on the horizon! 🌊⚓[/p][p][/p][p]Team Misc Games[/p][p][/p][p][/p]