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Sky Trader
Pilot your own airship and take control of every detail in this dynamic simulation. Haul cargo across the dangerous mist as you earn cash for provisions and upgrades. Explore the mist-islands as you fly several playable airships. Master the Skies and Build Your Empire with Sky Trader.
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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“Sky Trader has been a true labor of love... an odyssey of sorts, with it's development spanning nearly a decade. It has gone through numerous iterations, finally to end up as it is today. Doubtlessly there will be further, less dramatic, changes. I would like to embrace the community's ideas and feedback as we get closer to the finish line.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“Given the current state of development and the planned feature set, I expect Sky Trader to be in active development for one or two years before we can say it's ready for final release. I really want to get it into your hands long before that, however, which is why Early Access is so important!”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“The full version will be more expansive both in terms of content and features.

Features Planned:
  • Full crew management
  • Improved trading and economy
  • Management of NPC-flown airships
  • Combat and evasion
  • A chart-based navigation system

The content will be largely focused around adding more areas to explore and playable airships to purchase. Also, substantially more airship parts and systems are planned.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The game is fully playable with access to the first map areas.

There are plenty of bugs for you to discover as well. The game is a physical simulation, and as such don't be surprised to see some crazy random behavior that I haven't quite sorted out.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“Beyond the release discount and any other sales, we will be offering Sky Trader at the same price during and after Early Access. I would like to offer DLC at some point later on, but not during Early Access.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“Community involvement is very important, and I take your suggestions and comments seriously! This game has been through a lot over the last decade, and I sincerely look forward to having you all with me as it crosses the finish line!”
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About This Game

Sky Trader is an immersive flight simulator where you take command of your very own airship and trading company. Set on a mist-covered planet, you’ll navigate a world full of danger as you pilot your way to wealth and prestige.

Key Features:


  • Immersive First-Person Gameplay: Experience the thrill of piloting your airship from a first-person perspective. As children, who hasn't looked at a complex control panel and secretly (or not secretly) wanted to push buttons and flip switches. For some of us, that feeling never goes away! Scratch that itch with Sky Trader!
  • No Wasted Knobs: If you see it, you can turn/switch/adjust it. Nothing is just for show, and everything has a purpose of some kind.
  • Customizable Airships: Upgrade and modify your vessel with installable and removable parts to suit your trading and combat needs. All the parts you install can be wired back and controlled from your own airship bridge. You can even install and remove new instruments and panels on the bridge itself. Experience the thrill of a brand new upgrade!
  • Realistic Physics: Airship flight characteristics are detailed and realistically simulated.
  • Detailed Systems Simulation: Manage every aspect of your airship’s operations, from electrical and fuel systems to hydraulics. Everything is simulated and is physically accurate.
  • Dynamic Weather and Atmospheric Conditions: Navigate through challenging weather scenarios, paying close attention to environmental factors such as wind and precipitation. If you allow ice to accumulate on your ship, your speed decreases and weight increases. Ice is bad...
  • Sweet Retro-Futurism: Sky Trader captures a dieselpunk asthetic, seamlessly combining a dreamy Studio Ghibli inspired world with retro-futuristic airships.

Become the Ultimate Sky Trader:


Forge your empire above the treacherous mists, transporting cargo for profit. Be ever vigilant as your wealth grows; there are those who would take your valuable cargo by any means necessary. Your airship is your home, and you must do everything in your power to protect it!

Master the Skies, Build Your Empire, and Unravel Mysteries Above the Mist in Sky Trader.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS *: Windows 8/10
    • Processor: Core i3 2.3 GHz or equivalent
    • Graphics: Intel HD 4000
    • DirectX: Version 9.0c
    • Storage: 520 MB available space
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS *: Windows 8/10
    • Processor: Core i5-2300 or equivalent
    • Graphics: GeForce GTX 560 / 1 GB
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Storage: 520 MB available space
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.
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