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Ship Simulator, free and safe download. Ship Simulator latest version: Sail around the world. The game is Ship Simulator 2008 by VSTEP. Game Ship Simulator 2008. How Cruise Ships Work - Duration: 8:00. Container ship and Oil Tanker Collide on Atlantic. The game features 29 ships and 11 port-harbour environments (and 1 open-sea environment.) Out of the 12 environments, 4 are completely new. Out of the 29 initial ships, 10 are completely new. The game was formally to be named 'Ship Simulator 2010' The game can be updated with several patches from the Ship Simulator downloads section.
| Ship Simulator 2006 | |
|---|---|
| Developer(s) | VSTEP |
| Publisher(s) | Lighthouse Interactive |
| Platform(s) | Microsoft Windows |
| Release | August 15, 2006 |
| Genre(s) | Vehicle simulation |
| Mode(s) | Single-player |
Ship Simulator is a ship simulator, a type of vehicle simulationcomputer game which simulates maneuvering various ships in different environments, although without the effects of wind and current. It was developed by Dutch company VSTEP and released by the former company Lighthouse Interactive, which closed down in 2009.
Ship Simulator 2006[edit]
The first version of Ship Simulator was released in 2006 and was titled Ship Simulator 2006. The user can steer various ships, amongst others a Rotterdam water taxi, a container ship and even the ill-fated RMS Titanic, in various weather conditions and in 3 real life harbours, which are Rotterdam, Hamburg and Phi Phi Islands in Thailand, plus a fourth harbour, New York City was later released as a free download. A game element is added to the simulation by means of 40 'missions' which have to be completed as fast or as accurately as possible.[1] Users can also design their own missions, and share with others.[2] The game has a built-in scenario editor to create new missions.
The Official Ship Simulator 2006 Add-On was released in February 2007. This is an expansion pack with 6 additional ships and extra features such as ship walk-throughs.
Series[edit]
Ship Simulator 2008 released in July 2007 in Germany and the UK. It contains 7 ports and 8 open sea environments. This version also features waves, weather, day/night time transitions, damage to vessels, and new boats and ships. There are six new ships; a supertanker, a Solent ferry, large ocean ferry, a new patrol boat and two new tugs. There is also a Ship Simulator Professional V2.0[3]The Titanic has also undergone some minor changes for example the Second Class stairwell and the stern section are visitable, as well and the original ships have been updated. Free add-ons were reportedly available, including a hovercraft, jetski, barge, improved physics and possibly another environment.
An official expansion for Ship Simulator 2008 titled Ship Simulator 2008 New Horizons was released in April, 2008. The add-on features 8 new ships, the addition of multiplayer functionality, a new sailing area (Padstow, Cornwall), 20 new missions, in game downloading of new missions, option to connect and disconnect barges to the pushboat in-game, and new walkthrough options.[3]
Ship Simulator Extremes is the name of the latest installment in the Ship Simulator series. It was released on August 27, 2010.[4]
Additions to the game include new locations around the world from cold Antarctica to warm Bora Bora as well as new ships (including official licensed Greenpeace vessels) and new dynamic and more realistic weather and water systems. Most vessels from Ship Simulator 2008 are also part of the choice of ships. The cruise ship 'Ocean Star' from Ship Simulator 2006/2008 is also included, except outside colors have changed and the name changed to 'Orient Star'. Vessels have more usable controls and more realistic ones, unlike Ship Simulator 2008 in which only the whistle, binoculars, thrust, rudder and thrusters (if applicable on the vessel) are usable, although you can listen to the ship's radio but not send out calls. Sinking dynamics and physics have also improved in Ship Simulator Extremes. Also unlike Ship Simulator 2008, you can launch lifeboats/motorboats off a vessel with them equipped. Following a campaign by members of their growing fanbase, VSTEP agreed to include the ports of Dover and Calais (in one environment).[5]The game has been criticized for not being able to run on Mac OS and very powerful computers for no reason, requiring high graphical performance and like its predecessors not being able to use your own ships.[6]
Peripherals[edit]
A 'ship control unit', designed specifically for Ship Simulator and enabling more realistic steering, was released in 2006 by Wilco Publishing.[7] P.I. Engineering have announced 'ShipDriver', a marine simulation controller based on their RailDriver train controller for Auran's Trainz and Microsoft's Train Simulator. ShipDriver released in winter 2010.[8]
Critical reception[edit]
Ship Simulator has been criticised for limitations in the replication of realistic controls and the lack of open architecture preventing users from creating their own vehicles and voyages.[9] 'Slow and mundane gameplay'[10] and bugs have also been cited.[11] Reviewers did comment that the game is challenging[12] and that it has educational value.[13]In addition, reviewers also praised the attention to detail for the scenery and boats.
References[edit]
- ^'Ship Simulator 2006 - Review - play.tm'. play.tm. Retrieved 2009-01-25.
- ^'Ship Simulator 2006 is a revolutionary new game that puts players at the helm'. games.softpedia.com. Retrieved 2009-01-25.
- ^ ab'Ship Simulator 2008 - Gameplay'. www.shipsim.com. Archived from the original on August 22, 2008. Retrieved 2009-01-25.
- ^'Ship Simulator official website!'. www.shipsim.com. Retrieved 2010-05-18.
- ^To celebrate the 1st Anniversary of ship simulator Extreme a new pilot boat.
- ^'Paradox Interactive announces Ship Simulator Extremes!'. www.shipsim.com. Archived from the original on August 15, 2009. Retrieved 2009-09-14.
- ^'Wilco Publishing - Ship Control Unit'. www.wilcopub.com. Archived from the original on 2007-09-30. Retrieved 2009-01-25.
- ^'ShipDriver - Desktop Ship Controller'. www.shipdriver.com. Retrieved 2010-01-25.
- ^'Ship Simulator 2008 Review - Eurogamer - Games Reviews, News and More'. www.eurogamer.net. Retrieved 2009-01-25.
- ^'Ship Simulator (PC) Review at GamingExcellence'. www.gamingexcellence.com. Retrieved 2009-01-25.
- ^'Ship Simulator 2008 Review, gameSlave'. www.gameslave.co.uk. Retrieved 2009-01-25.
- ^'Ship Simulator Review Videos - G4tv.com'. g4tv.com. Retrieved 2009-01-25.
- ^'Ship Simulator 2006 (pc: 2006): Reviews'. www.metacritic.com. Retrieved 2009-01-25.
External links[edit]
Ship Simulator Extremes
this game is a sailing simulator that allows you to sit at the captain's chair and take the helm of a ship to carry out a series of missions. It has realistic graphics and sounds, and you can take different points of view. You will earn different rewards with each mission accomplished, thus making you improve your ranking.
- Publisher: Ship Sim
- Home page:www.shipsim.com
- Last updated: November 14th, 2017
ports of call simulator 3d
Ports Of Call Simulator 3d (POC Sim3d), the container ship simulator, is called by POC XXL for berthing and maneuvering through reefs and icebergs, but can be also played standalone. Ports Of Call Simulator Sim3d supports two simulation modes. The arcade mode is more like in the old poc easier and faster to play, the simulation mode is more like the real ship with more inertia
- Publisher: Dipl. Ing. R.D.Klein
- Home page:www.portsofcall.de
- Last updated: March 7th, 2008
FREE!ship
FREE!ship is a surface modeling program for designing ships, yachts and boats. Subdivision surfaces are used rather than NURBS to give the designer the freedom to design any desired hullshape. It provides features like panel based hydrostatics, unfold surfaces, various exported formats, and more.
- Publisher: M v. Engeland
- Home page:sourceforge.net
- Last updated: June 6th, 2014
Bridge Command
Bridge Command is a free interactive ship simulator program. Its aim is to be a training tool for navigation, radar, ship handling, and other seamanship skills. Bridge Command is very highly flexible, with the environmental model, ships, buoys, individual scenarios and almost all aspects of the simulation being configurable to your own needs.
- Publisher: GP EASY CMS
- Home page:www.bridgecommand.co.uk
- Last updated: April 17th, 2012
Genesis Rising
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Genesis Rising is an strategy game developed by Metamorf Studios.Plot: In the distant future, the human race must fight for survival against the aliens. The story tells that a man was able to bring together other men and fight against them. Then that hero was killed but the human race realized that the war just
- Publisher: Metamorf Studios.
- Home page:store.steampowered.com
- Last updated: April 7th, 2008
Epiar
Epiar (ep-ee-are) is an open source computer game, in which the player navigates space from planet to planet, saving money to buy ship upgrades and new ships. The player can also join mercenary missions, attack other ships to steal their money and technology, and explore the universe.
- Publisher: Epiar Development Team
- Home page:www.epiar.net
- Last updated: June 20th, 2010
Seven Seas for Pocket PC
The object of the game is to sink all the pirate ships at each level without running out of ships yourself. There are a number of ways for you to sink enemy ships. First, a tap on your ship icon will result in a broadside being fired from both sides of your ship. The enemy can not fire broadsides and the only way for you to be sunk is by colliding with their ship, an island, or a sea monster.
- Publisher: Astraware Limited
- Last updated: March 17th, 2008
Captain of the Queens
Captain of the Queens is a computer simulator and a learning tool allowing you to explore how a Captain or Harbor Pilot can maneuver the Cunard ocean liners. You are given a Bridge window that controls the ship. If you are piloting the QM, you have 4 engines, a single rudder and 2 tug boats.
- Publisher: Windward Technology
- Home page:www.windwardtechnologyhawaii.com
- Last updated: April 7th, 2011
FS Mod Manager
FS Mod Manager is a tool for Farming Simulator that syncs the server mods with the local Modordnern. All the mods are displayed in a specific tab and you have the option to activate, disable or delete them. The 'Game log error' tab displays the error log file for the selected game.
- Publisher: Farmingmods2017
- Home page:farmingmods2017.com
- Last updated: January 28th, 2017
Lunar Flight
Lunar Flight is a simulator which allows you to fly a ship around the moon.Features:- Authentic Newtonian Space Physics.- Addictive Challenging Flight Simulation.- Earn Money and Experience from Transport, Survey & Lost Cargo Recovery Missions.- Random Mission Generation.- Purchase Upgrades and Action Items for the Lunar Module.- Online Time Trial & Pilot Leaderboards.
- Publisher: Shovsoft
- Home page:www.shovsoft.com
- Last updated: April 2nd, 2013
The Invasion
Hundreds of enemy ships are coming to earth, and your job is to repel the invasion of enemies and save the planet at all costs. In the game you will find more than a dozen waves of enemies, and at the end of the game you have to fight the main enemy ship. Between battles you will need improve your ship with the money earned along the way.
- Publisher: Falco Software, Inc.
- Home page:falcoware.com
- Last updated: August 11th, 2015
Crush the Ships
In this free game, you need to protect your kingdom against incoming enemy ships. To do so, you have several weapons to choose from, every one with its own advantages and limitations.All in all, this is an entertaining and addictive game. Although its graphics, control, and story are very basic, I'm pretty sure that you will enjoy it.
- Publisher: MyRealGames Ltd.
- Home page:www.myrealgames.com
- Last updated: August 14th, 2017
River-Simulator
River Simulator 2012 waterway transports is a fun and entertaining simulation game. You can get behind the helm of seven different inland waterway crafts and other vessels such as container ships or ferry boats and tackle different missions. You can also travel downstream the river Rhine from Frankfurt am Main via Mainz until you reach the Dutch border.
- Publisher: weltenbauer. Software Entwicklung GmbH
- Last updated: December 14th, 2012
Cosmic Proof
Defend your planet from the evil alien forces that want to invade it. Enjoy this incredible 3D experience where you really feel your self at space. Pick up special bonus like shields and weapons in order to power up your space ship and pay attention to additional bonuses and extra lives.
- Publisher: MyPlayCity, Inc.
- Home page:www.myplaycity.com
- Last updated: July 2nd, 2018
Euro Truck Simulator
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Euro Truck Simulator is a truck simulation game set in Europe. The player must drive across a realistic depiction of Europe, visiting its beautiful cities, and picking up a variety of cargos, to deliver them on time!The road network in Euro Truck Simulator is based on genuine European roads, while cities in the game bring the essence of their real-world counterparts to the game.
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- Publisher: SCS Software
- Home page:www.eurotrucksimulator.com
- Last updated: March 26th, 2014
Euro Truck Simulator 2
Euro Truck Simulator 2 is a game in which you can travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances. Your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits. You can build your own fleet of trucks, buy garages, hire drivers, manage your company for maximum profits.
- Publisher: SCS Software
- Home page:www.eurotrucksimulator2.com
- Last updated: September 6th, 2016
Farming-Simulator 2009
The sequel of the popular 'Farming Simulator' contains plenty of new features and improvements. Take on the role of a young farmer on a island and experience the workaday life in the countryside. Choose from many vehicles and equipment and explore the island which is over 4 km2 in size and freely accessible.
- Publisher: GIANTS Software
- Home page:www.farming-simulator.com
- Last updated: March 31st, 2009
Pirate Ship 3D Screensaver
Pirate Ship 3D Screensaver:Just a few centuries ago the seas were ruled by bloodthirsty and greedy pirates. They not only robbed the civilian fleet but also battled each other for the stolen loot. A lot of their ships sank in the Caribbean and still remain their. In this screensaver we get an awesome opportunity to dive into the depths and take a closer look at one of these pirate ships.Features:Photo-realistic 3D graphicstView of a real submerged pirate shipNumerous mysterious creatures of the deep seaEnchanting beauty of the underwater worldFull 3D environmentRelaxing enigmatic musicFPS counterTrue spirit of the glorious history of the pirates of the Caribbean!Password protection.
- Publisher: Astrogemini
- Home page:www.astrogemini.com
- Last updated: March 7th, 2008