Doesn't feel like much is here.
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At this stage I didn't find the game fun. You had presented your idea though so I could see it having the potential to be fun. The parts of the game that I enjoyed the most was the general exploration into the unknown. I didn't really enjoy the combat though, no real control (and that ambush I had could have gone super poorly). Likely anyone who likes Sid Meier's Colonization games and turn based games of that nature would likely like it.
You aren't at the stage where you have a main selling point yet. I would say that when you add in the ship combat though you could likely be asking that question. Specifically, how will the ship interact with the rest of the party mechanics on land and what will be happening with the ship when you disembark (will enemies be able to attack it?)
I just posted this bit in a roguelike reddit thread I just made, but I figured I should try to make sure you got a chance to read it:
Then there was a bit of a surprise with Skyship Raiders. Skyship Raiders 'IS' a failed entry from this year, but had I played it prior to that aforementioned Roguelike Radio episode above, I would have easily made mention of it. The title is still being actively developed by its developer, who hinted in an update post that he might continue work on it after he feels it is complete.
I generally liked the scope and feel of the game as it made me feel like I was an 'active' raider. I had to plan out what was worth taking and what i would just ditch and leave behind. There also feels like there is a lot of room to work in for this idea's concept; possibly with dungeons, maybe with quests, or perhaps events and scenarios that could occur. It will be interesting to see what is done here!
It does however feel like a lot more work needs to be done, especially in the areas of balance. Some enemies feel really dangerous to fight, while others aren't as interesting to battle. Past the first couple of island too, the FTL-style hunger clock feels like it lacks pressure. However, the game is certainly fleshed out enough that you can certainly enjoy playing it.