Everspace 2

Release date(s) | January 18, 2021 (Early Access)
 Mode(s) | Singleplayer only

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***Everspace 2*** is a fast-paced open-world space shooter developed by Rockfish Games, on PC and console platforms. It is the direct sequel to *Everspace,* but left the rogue-lite elements behind.

## Features

* Open-world space exploration
	+ Cover large distances using Supralight travel
* Arcade-like space combat
* Classic RPG elements
	+ Diablo-like loot system
* Several different factions - many returning from *Everspace*.
* Approximately 20-30 hour main campaign, along with various side missions, exploration, and other activities.
* Freelancer inspired controls
* Simple static commodity trading system

## Major Updates

*See also:* Updates (ES2).

Released and planned updates for Everspace 2:

* Some key points of development were only available to certain backer tiers:
	+ Prototype, released December 17th, 2019. Originally available to backers of the "Standard Edition" (€40) tier or higher, it was made available to be publicly downloaded on Steam after a few weeks until it was removed and eventually replaced with a new demo after v0.6.20667.
	+ Closed Alpha, released June 15th, 2020. Available to backers of the "First Flush Edition" (€80) tier or higher.
	+ Closed Beta, released September 25, 2020. Available to backers of the "Early Adopter Edition" (€70) tier or higher, and the "Just the Game, Please!" (€30) tier or higher as of November 2nd, 2020.
* Early Access launch (Steam and GOG), released January 18, 2021 (v0.4.16214).
* Quarterly updates during early access:
	+ April 28th, 2021 - Union: Contracts & Hinterland (v0.5.18292)
	+ August 3rd, 2021 - Zharkov: The Vortex (v0.6.20298)
	+ November 3rd, 2021 - Khaït Nebula: Stranger Skies (v0.7.22328)
	+ April 1st, 2022 - Stinger's Debut (v0.8.25290)
	+ August 5th, 2022 - Drake: Gang Wars (v0.9.28028)
	+ November 23rd, 2022 - Ancient Rifts (v0.10.30110)
* Full Release - April 6, 2023 (v1.0.33479)
* Armed & Dangerous - October 2, 2023 (v1.1.35878)
* Future Updates:
	+ Possible patches to fix issues
	+ Spring 2024 - free 'Incursions' update, Unreal Engine 5 upgrade
	+ Planned 2024/2025 expansion

## System Requirements

### Minimum:

* Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
* **OS**: Windows 10 64-bit
* **Processor**: Intel Core i5-2500K @ 2.9GHz or AMD FX 6300 @ 2.9GHz
* **Memory**: 8 GB RAM
* **Graphics**: Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 (4 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6400 (4 GB)
* **DirectX**: Version 11
* **Storage**: 35 GB available space

### Recommended:

* Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
* **OS**: Windows 10 64-bit
* **Processor**: Intel Core i7-4770K @ 3.5GHz or Ryzen 5 1500X @ 3.5GHz
* **Memory**: 16 GB RAM
* **Graphics**: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 (8 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (8 GB)
* **DirectX**: Version 12
* **Storage**: 35 GB available space
* **Additional Notes**: SSD recommended

## Game Support & Troubleshooting

This wiki is not used for game support. It is best to ask on the Steam forums, the official forums, or on the official Discord.

On a Windows 10 OS, save games, hi-res screenshots, configs, and crash logs can be found at `C:\Users\USERNAME\AppData\Local\ES2\Saved`.

## External Links

* Everspace 2 Kickstarter page
* Official site
* Steam store page
* GOG store page
* On PCGamingWiki - Info on save game & config file locations, settings, localizations/languages, availability