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Thank you for your support 💙

[p][/p][h3]Ahoy, Seafarers![/h3][p][/p][p]After our winter break, we’re back on deck – and we want to start by saying a huge thank you to everyone who has supported Seafarer since our Early Access launch in October.[/p][p]Your support, feedback, and patience have helped guide development over the past months, and to show our appreciation, we’re introducing something special for those who have already joined us on this journey at sea.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]⚓ Free supporter content for current owners[/h3][p][/p][p]While we’re constantly working on our next big update with further optimization, additional content and expanded gameplay, we’d like to officially introduce the Supporter Edition and Supporter DLC for Seafarer: The Ship Sim.[/p][p]However, the most important part of this announcement is this:
[/p][h3]If you already own Seafarer at the time of this announcement, all supporter content is completely FREE for you. 🎁
[/h3][p]This content is our way of giving back to the players who believed in Seafarer early, jumped into Early Access, and helped shape the game through reports, feedback, and discussion. Thank you for your time, for playing the game, and for sticking with us through the rough seas of development.[/p][p]If you currently own the game, the supporter content will be added automatically, no additional purchase or action required. [/p][p]For new players joining in the future, the Supporter DLC, Supporter Edition (bundled with the main game and soundtrack), as well as the Soundtrack will be available as an optional purchase as a way to support the ongoing development.

See the Supporter DLC content in action:

[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]🚤 What do you get?[/h3][p][/p][p]As current owners of the game, you will get the Supporter DLC and the Soundtrack for free. The Supporter DLC adds new content to Seafarer:[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]🚤 Meet Gull[/h3][h3][/h3][p]The Gull is a small vessel similar in size to the Rigid. It comes with drone equipment, opening new ways to explore the sea.[/p][p] [/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]🛰️ Drone gameplay[/h3][p][/p][p]Deploy and control a drone to explore the surrounding area and experience the seas of Seafarer from a new perspective. This is a first iteration of drone gameplay.
[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p][/p][h3]👤 Additional player customization[/h3][p][/p][p]We’ve expanded the player customization wardrobe with 2 new hats, 2 new jackets, and 2 new pairs of pants.[/p][hr][/hr][p]🎵 Original Soundtrack[/p][p][/p][p]The official Seafarer: The Ship Sim soundtrack is included as part of the Supporter Edition, alongside the main game and Supporter DLC. And of course, free for all of you who already own the game. New players can purchase it separately.[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p][/p][h3]🚨 What’s coming up next[/h3][p][/p][p]With development fully resumed, we’re now heading toward Early Access Update #2: The Rescue Update. This upcoming update reinforces the Tide Guard fleet with Salvation and Grace, two new police ships, and introduces rescue gameplay. Additionally, there will be some much-requested additions like the bow thruster mechanic added to the largest vessels, as well as a first iteration of a vessel editor. We’re excited to share more details with the official announcement (and open beta start) very soon.[/p][p] [/p][p]Once again, thank you for supporting Seafarer. It keeps us moving forward, and we’re proud to have you aboard.[/p][p] [/p][p]See you on the horizon,[/p][p]Your Seafarer Team 🚣[/p][p] [/p][p]P.S.: You can also join the conversation across our socials and on Discord.[/p][p][/p][p]🌐 www.seafarergame.com
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Season’s Greetings from the Seafarer Team 🌟

[p][/p][h3]Ahoy, Seafarers![/h3][p][/p][p]As the year comes to a close, we’re stepping away from the bridge for a little winter break. We’ll be back early 2026 (around January 5) – rested, refreshed, and ready to keep steering Seafarer forward.[/p][p]Before we go, we wanted to take a moment to look back at the voyage we’ve shared this year – from our first reveal in March to the Early Access launch, and everything that’s happened since.[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]💨Where the winds have carried us[/h3][p][/p][p]When we announced Seafarer back in March, we were so excited to finally share what we’d been working on. We knew there were people out there who loved ships, simulation games, and life at sea – and we hoped our game would resonate with them.[/p][p]And it did.[/p][p]You showed up. You wishlisted the game, joined our Discord, followed our social accounts…. You asked questions and followed our development updates on Steam and watched our reels and trailers. And some of you even shared personal stories about your time at sea, giving us a glimpse of the experiences we hoped to capture in the game.[/p][p]By the time October 7 rolled around and Seafarer finally launched into Early Access, it didn’t feel like we were releasing the game into the void. It felt like we were sharing it with a community that had already helped shape it.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p][/p][h3]🌊What the sea has taught us so far[/h3][p][/p][p]Having Seafarer out in the world has been a gift. We’ve watched you take command of the vessels, navigate the seas, and dive into missions head-on.[/p][p]Since release, you’ve given us a ton of feedback – thoughtful feedback, constructive feedback, and sometimes even wonderfully passionate feedback. You’ve helped us understand where the game shines, where it needs time, and where we can improve.[/p][p]We learned a lot about the kinds of experiences players are looking for, how we can incorporate those experiences in the game – and sometimes, where we can’t.[/p][p] [/p][hr][/hr][h3][/h3][h3]🧭 Setting expectations before you set sail[/h3][p][/p][p]One thing we’ve always been adamant about is communicating transparently.  So here’s a reminder of what kind of game Seafarer is – and the kind it isn’t.[/p][p]Seafarer is a game. A ship-handling simulation game, yes – but still a game, designed to be enjoyable, atmospheric, and accessible.[/p][p]Our world is fictional by choice, inspired by the Baltic and North Sea but built to give us creative freedom. We’re not aiming to be a training simulator or the maritime equivalent of Microsoft Flight Simulator – we’re not simulating the real world in all its complexity.[/p][p]Instead, we’re focused on:[/p]
  • [p]Ships that feel authentic “under your feet”[/p]
  • [p]A handcrafted world with its own character[/p]
  • [p]Gameplay moments that feel good – without being technically inaccurate[/p]
[p]We are very much focused on realism in certain respects: ship handling should feel authentic, the sea and dynamic weather should truly affect your navigation, and storms should give you a sense of awe at the power of natural forces. We’re also planning on adding options for experts to dive deeper into certain simulation systems.[/p][p]Seafarer is a space where realism and creativity meet – and where we can grow the game alongside you.[/p][p]Because the game relies heavily on physics-driven simulation, meeting minimum hardware requirements is really important to enjoy the full experience – smooth waves, realistic ship behavior, beautiful graphics, and stable gameplay. We’ll continue improving performance, but being upfront ensures new seafarers know what to expect before setting sail.[/p][p]This is a game about ships, maritime occupations, and life at sea, where the ocean feels alive, the weather can humble you, and every voyage brings moments of awe – all without leaving the safety of your keyboard.
[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p][/p][h3]🎁 ‘Tis the season for gifting[/h3][p][/p][p]As a thank-you for being with us throughout this year – from announcement to launch and beyond – we’ve put together a bundle of high-resolution Seafarer wallpapers captured by the team.
[/p][p]📥 Download the wallpaper pack:[/p][p]https://my.hidrive.com/share/8qf5-mbim4[/p][p][/p][p]Additionally, we’re running a screenshot contest. Share your favorite screenshot and Seafarer story and win one of five Seafarer goodie bags!
[/p][p]How to participate:[/p]
  1. [p]Capture your favorite screenshot in Seafarer.[/p]
  2. [p]Submit it using our Forms link.[/p]
  3. [p]Tell us a little about your Seafarer story, something like:[/p]
    • [p]What do you enjoy doing most in the game?[/p]
    • [p]Why does this screenshot matter to you?[/p]
    • [p]Do you have a real-life connection to the sea? Tell us about it.[/p]
[p]Winners will be announced after we return in 2026. Good luck![/p][p][/p][p]Join the contest![/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]
[/p][h3]🛟 Thank you for an incredible year[/h3][p][/p][p]From the first “Ahoy, Seafarers” in March to the day you set sail in Early Access in October, and to today, this journey has felt special because you’ve been part of it.[/p][p]Your feedback, patience, screenshots, stories, and excitement mean more to us than you can imagine.[/p][p]Enjoy the holidays, stay warm, and may the seas treat you kindly as we head into a new year.
[/p][p]See you on the horizon in 2026,[/p][p]Your Seafarer Team 🚣

[/p][p]P.S.: You can also join the conversation across our socials and on Discord.[/p][p][/p][p]🌐 www.seafarergame.com
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Patch 0.1.2.1324

[p][/p][h3]Ahoy, Seafarers![/h3][p][/p][p]We have another small patch for you today, out now on the Default Branch.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]Patch Notes for Version: 0.1.2.1324[/h3][h3] [/h3][h3]Player-Facing Fixes & Improvements[/h3][p] [/p][p]Controls & Gameplay[/p]
  • [p]Improved Bulk Crane Left / Right controls for more reliable operation.[/p]
  • [p]Adjusted Shovel Crane gamepad movement to feel less rigid and overly sensitive.[/p]
[p]UI & Localization[/p]
  • [p]Fixed missing localization strings for bulk deliveries to:[/p]
    • [p]Mettington[/p]
    • [p]Drachdelen[/p]
    • [p]Crescentport[/p]
  • [p]Resolved multiple localization issues across the game.[/p]
  • [p]Improved Graphics Settings descriptions with clearer explanatory text.[/p]
[p]Stability & Performance[/p]
  • [p]Integrated GPU (iGPU) startup crash prevention:[/p]
    • [p]Added detection for integrated GPUs.[/p]
    • [p]Players are now informed via an on-screen warning when running on unsupported hardware, preventing crashes on startup.[/p]
[p]Bug Fixes[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where interacting with an NPC officer steering the vessel could cause them to clip into the ship.[/p]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where the assigned officer could clip into the steering wheel.[/p]
  • [p]Resolved several localization issues across select missions.[/p]
  • [p]Improved and polished multiple lighting sources on the Lancer.
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[hr][/hr][h3][/h3][p]As always, your reports help us make Seafarer better for everyone. Thank you for your support and patience!
[/p][p]See you on the horizon,[/p][p]
Your Seafarer Team 🚣
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Winter Sale: Save 40% on Seafarer: The Ship Sim!

[p][/p][p]The Steam Winter Sale has begun – and with it some absolutely amazing offers from the entire astragon lineup! Celebrate the coziest season of the year with our awesome deals! 🎄[/p][p][/p][h3]➡️ Check out out all deals here![/h3][p][/p][p]From now until January 5th, you can embark on the ultimate maritime experience at an awesome price: Save 40% on Seafarer: The Ship Sim![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]One bundle, multiple heroes: Discover our amazing bundles containing Seafarer: The Ship Sim and other amazing titles 🎁[/p][p]Here are some of our highlights:[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]You may also want to check out the other discounted games from our fantastic astragon library: [/p][h3]➡️ Check out out all Winter Sale Deals here![/h3]

Beta Patch 0.1.2.1313

[p][/p][h3]Ahoy, Seafarers![/h3][p][/p][p]We have a small patch for you today, out now on the Public Beta Branch.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]⚓ How to Access the Beta Branch[/h3]
  1. [p]Open Steam and go to your Library [/p]
  2. [p]Right-click on Seafarer: The Ship Sim[/p]
  3. [p]Click Properties [/p]
  4. [p]Select the Betas tab [/p]
  5. [p]Choose 'public_beta' from the dropdown list [/p]
[p][/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Patch Notes for Version: 0.1.2.1313[/h3][p] [/p][h3]Bug Fixes[/h3]
  • [p]Fixed an issue where the assigned officer could clip into the steering wheel.[/p]
  • [p]Resolved several localization issues across select missions.[/p]
  • [p]Improved and polished multiple lighting sources on the Lancer.
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[hr][/hr][h3][/h3][p]As always, your reports help us make Seafarer better for everyone. Thank you for your support and patience!
[/p][p]See you on the horizon,[/p][p]
Your Seafarer Team 🚣
[/p][p]P.S.: You can also join the conversation across our socials and on Discord.[/p][p][/p][p]🌐 www.seafarergame.com
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