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Tired of hard science spoiling your space opera?

ΔV has always been about hard science, accurate physics, and the brutal beauty of Saturn’s rings. But maybe that’s not what you came here for. Maybe you just want to blast rocks, dodge lasers, and feel like a hero in a space opera where fun matters more than Newton. After all, games are supposed to be fun, not science homework. If you ever dreamed of dashing captains, swashbuckling crews and laser battles that light up the void the way old space operas promised, this is your chance.

What Asteroid Opera Does

Asteroid Opera is a tongue-in-cheek expansion that rebalances ΔV into a more arcade-style experience.

• Space has friction. Ships and asteroids slow down on their own, and you need to keep engines running to maintain speed.

• Nothing spins forever. Ships, asteroids and ore eventually come to rest instead of tumbling endlessly.

• Cargo is simple. Ore will not bounce around your bay, and once you pick it up it is yours to keep.

• Space opera visuals. Bright plasma trails, magnificent backdrops and spectacular lasers turn every encounter into a cinematic moment.

• A careful rebalance of core mechanics ensures that playability and fun remain strong even with these changes.

• Sound now propagates in space. You will hear asteroids collide with deep, thunderous impacts, adding to the operatic spectacle. Engines roar and ships zoom past you, surrounding you with the sounds of an impossible but thrilling space battle.

• Proper dogfights. Enemy ships no longer just exchange potshots at range. Expect close chases, weaving maneuvers, daring strafing runs and cinematic duels where skill and timing matter as much as firepower.

Choose Your Flavor of Space

It’s the ΔV you know, with the hard science dialed way down and the spectacle turned up. Perfect if you want quick, cinematic action or just need a break from rocket science. And if you prefer the unforgiving accuracy of the original game, that’s still there. This expansion is completely optional, made for those who simply enjoy a different flavor of space adventure.

Please note: Asteroid Opera runs as a separate game mode and will require starting a new save.