Revision 7

Overview

The airship is the primary means of transportation in Solarpunk. Players use it to travel between the floating islands that make up the game world. The airship is powered by a solar sail, fitting the game's renewable energy theme.

Solar Sail Propulsion

The airship's solar sail captures sunlight, so flight ties into the same renewable theme as the rest of the game. Because the weather system affects conditions in the sky, players keep an eye on the weather when planning long flights.

A Personal Airship for Each Player

Each player builds and customizes their own airship. In co-op sessions, every player has a personal airship rather than sharing a single group vessel, so players can explore separately or fly out together. Exploring distant islands is a core part of progression and opens up new resources to bring home.

Wind and Flight

The weather system includes wind that affects airship flight. Wind direction and strength change over time and can push the airship off course while the player is steering, so flying between distant islands means accounting for the conditions along the way.