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[celebi23]

Totally forgot this comes out later today on PC/Mac/Linux Haven't played it in awhile but, the added mechanics should be fun

 

[Kvik]

Remember guys:

Spoiler

I'm hopeless with this game :-\

 

[chickdigger802]

Do PC users have to unlock ships again for the Advanced Edition?

Do iOS users have to unlock ships?

No

Yes

 

[PetriP-TNT]

My feels about the update:

 

[sikkinixx]

Love it on iPad. Controlling the crew is a bit clunky but since it's easy to pause it there isn't a huge issue. Beat it (vanilla mode) on my first game after I got 4 Burst Laser II's and laughed all the way until the end slaughtering everything. Having the return to stations button is outstanding, though I still wish the game had an augment or button or something to warp boarding crews directly to sick bay.

Being able to assign extra crew to doors or cameras is outstanding as well. Less dudes just chill in' around.

And easy mode is fucking easy now. The few games I played I got so much scrap it was nuts. I like that crew members can already be specialized when you hire/find them and the new ship unlocking sequence is outstanding.

 

[Wrestlemania]

Anyone else unable to open doors in the tutorial? I'm tapping and dragging but nothing works. This is on an iPad mini retina.

 

[chickdigger802]

Anyone else unable to open doors in the tutorial? I'm tapping and dragging but nothing works. This is on an iPad mini retina.

Did you tap the door button on the bottom right first?

 

[mrklaw]

Why can't I log into iTunes!?


Edit: I can log into iTunes!

 

[Kinan]

Bought it! 8.99€ in Europe, for those who interested. Needed to leave for work though, can't wait to get home.

 

[Velcro Fly]

Glad we have frag fans in here. I cannot believe he did "no pause runs" for all the ships, twice!!!

He makes everything look so easy and in reality it's the exact opposite. I'm continually amazed he can identify weapons and things. I watched the most recent no pause runs for the most part and it's like wow. Seeing him now have 100% awareness is almost funny now with the new systems and things like that.

 

[DiscoShark]

FTL AE Soundtrack?

FTL AE Soundtrack.

http://benprunty.bandcamp.com/album/ftl-advanced-edition-soundtrack

 

[Brakke]

Had my first run against the boss, took the first stage and blew it on the second like a noob.

Like going home!

 

[Nikodemos]

FTL AE Soundtrack?

FTL AE Soundtrack.

http://benprunty.bandcamp.com/album/ftl-advanced-edition-soundtrack

sogood.gif

 

[Sotha Sil]

Anyone tried it on the iPad 2?

 

[yogloo]

How does it run on iPad 3?

 

[Nicktals]

I thought I'd wake up to the update on Steam...no such luck. When can I expect it? I don't know the typical update time...

 

[Proven]

FTL AE Soundtrack?

FTL AE Soundtrack.

http://benprunty.bandcamp.com/album/ftl-advanced-edition-soundtrack

So yeah, Lethalfrag had an FTL AE stream/interview with one of the designers (the one with the longer hair, keep forgetting is name). Yes, he got early access. This was linked in chat about the soundtrack: https://twitter.com/benprunty/status/449640404762124289

 

[Where's my goat?]

Anyone tried it on the iPad 2?

Only got to play it for a bit this morning but performance is perfect from what I can tell. No slowdowns or anything.

 

[chickdigger802]

Only got to play it for a bit this morning but performance is perfect from what I can tell. No slowdowns or anything.

UI and everything looks fine right?

 

[Sotha Sil]

Only got to play it for a bit this morning but performance is perfect from what I can tell. No slowdowns or anything.

Great news, thanks a lot!

 

[Where's my goat?]

UI and everything looks fine right?

It takes a tiny bit of getting used to coming from the pc version, especially with resizing your ship and the enemy, but nothing clunky.

The return to stations button is my favorite addition so far. Makes repairs and getting back to business afterward more manageable.

 

[bryehn]

Does this work on an OG mini?

 

[CoolS]

Give me the PC update already!

 

[Phanatic8390]

How does it run on iPad 3?

I only played for about 10 minutes but it ran great for me. I can't imagine it getting more intense on screen than what I encountered in that short session so I am assuming it'll run like that during extended sessions.

 

[EvB]

I've got a PS4 on its way today. I'm seriously tempted to return it now...,

 

[Majukun]

is the update for the pc version already online?

 

[AbandonedTrolley]

But I don't have an iPad

My Nexus 7 and Surface are crying in the corner!

 

[Seanspeed]

is the update for the pc version already online?

Not yet.

 

[Special C]

Now why Can't we get those same sweet touch controls with the steam version for those of us with Windows Tablets?

 

[PoweredBySoy]

Reinstall is a go.

 

[Doczu]

But I don't have an iPad

My Nexus 7 and Surface are crying in the corner!

You're not the only one. The least i can do is play some videos or look at some pictures and pretend i'm playing

 

[KojiKnight]

You're not the only one. The least i can do is play some videos or look at some pictures and pretend i'm playing

Splashtop?

 

[AbandonedTrolley]

You're not the only one. The least i can do is play some videos or look at some pictures and pretend i'm playing

I actually picked this up in an indie bundle, but it seems such a perfect fit for a tablet device. I will not crack and pay £300 just so I can play it from my couch though!

Splashtop?

I tried that, didn't work that well due to screen refresh rates.

 

[chickdigger802]

well tbf FTL isn't really a 'lazy couch' experience. Most definitely an 'edge of your seat' one

 

[MarionCB]

Waiting for this update is actually starting to drive me crazy.

 

[Dryk]

Well it's 11:40pm. Tomorrow it is.

 

[Majukun]

do we know when they will update the pc version?

 

[LugNut74]

FTL ‏@FTLgame 6m

FTL: Advanced Edition is live on Steam and GOG. Other vendors should be updating soon!

 

[MarionCB]

do we know when they will update the pc version?

Just now! Say goodbye to my free time.

 

[Ilúvatar]

Does anyone know what manning Sensor and Door systems does in Advanced? It seems to me that it actually results in a debuff...?

 

[Juravsky]

Just now! Say goodbye to my free time.

You are not alone in this

 

[afternoon delight]

Oh damn another excuse to play this fantastic game!

What a wonderful and substantial update.

 

[KojiKnight]

Their website is really taking a pounding right now, going in and out.

 

[sikkinixx]

Steam saying "connection timing out" when trying to redownload. Got damn.

 

[dimb]

Are a bunch of my ship choices supposed to be missing?

Edit: Nevermind, had to open up the list.

 

[TedNindo]

Yes! One of my all time favorite game! Can't wait for the update on PC.

Also, obligatory!

http://youtubedoubler.com/?video1=h...ch?v=hi-VNkT57oE&start2=0&authorName=FTL+Poem

lol

http://youtubedoubler.com/?video1=h...ch?v=hi-VNkT57oE&start2=0&authorName=FTL+Poem

 

[Weltall Zero]

Does anyone know what manning Sensor and Door systems does in Advanced? It seems to me that it actually results in a debuff...?

It effectively raises their level by one as long as someone is manning them. So you can temporarily scan ship interiors with only one level in sensors, etc. Adds a lot to the strategy and optimization IMHO.

Also, is it me or autopilot got a huge buff (perhaps in an earlier patch)? Wasn't it 25% at level 2 and 50% at level 3? It's now 50% and 80%, making it an awesome investment.

 

[AEREC]

So does it run 60fps smooth and responsive on an iPad 3?

 

[Bazza]

Freakin iOS aren't there more tablets running android these days.

 

[civilstrife]

Freakin iOS aren't there more tablets running android these days.

Perhaps, but far fewer people actually pay for apps on those devices for whatever reason.