Nova Salvage
A retro-inspired roguelite space salvager simulator. Through real-time space exploration and combat, you'll collect valuable salvage, manage resources, and strategically trade with rival factions in a dynamic economy.
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Overview
Summary
A retro-inspired roguelite space salvager simulator. Through real-time space exploration and combat, you'll collect valuable salvage, manage resources, and strategically trade with rival factions in a dynamic economy.
Description
About This Game
Amid a war-torn galaxy, alien factions wage endless wars over dwindling resources. You are a salvager bound by debt to a mysterious organization. Illegally acquire abandoned technology and salvaged parts for profit—but choose your buyers carefully, as selling stolen covert technology to rival factions could spark wars that reshape the galaxy's balance of power.
KEY FEATURES
• Permadeath
• Procedurally generated levels
• Dynamic economy influenced by your trading decisions
• Faction and Reputation system
• Retro-inspired visuals
• Original retro sci-fi ambient soundtrack
Master the Art of Salvage
• Scout dangerous territories for valuable salvage
• Manage a limited 10-slot cargo hold
• Avoid detection by territorial faction patrols
• Time your market sales with fluctuating supply and demand
Deal in Dangerous Secrets
• Trade in covert technology for higher profits
• Risk faction wars by selling stolen tech
• Balance reputation with profit margins by haggling
• Face the consequences of your economic decisions
Navigate Politics
• Interact with 9 unique alien factions
• Build trade relationships or make powerful enemies
• Watch territories change hands through warfare
• Adapt your strategy as the political landscape shifts
Resource Management
• Monitor ship integrity, and weapon systems
• Choose which parts of your ship require repair
• Make critical decisions about cargo and depot space
• Balance repair costs against potential profits
Enhance Your Operations
• Upgrade your ship's combat capabilities
• Expand your storage depot capacity
• Improve engine efficiency and speed
• Enhance salvage collection systems
Face the Consequences
• Every decision impacts your survival
• Permanent death if your ship is destroyed
• Game over if debt becomes overwhelming
• Each new game brings a fresh galaxy to explore
