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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 1d

Here's Astra Protocol 2 running on an "ideal" setup

CRT monitor ✔️
Chunky Macro keyboard ✔️
Logging to dot matrix printer ✔️
Physical user manual ✔️

The only thing missing is running off of a floppy disk 💾 (the game still fits on one)

Do you have an ideal setup?

#retro #cassettefuturism #spacesim

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 15d

Do you like space adventures & retro aesthetics?

Featuring a terminal interface & real-world user manual, Astra Protocol 2 puts you in the driving seat to explore a hostile galaxy & uncover a mystery.

The game is currently 70% off in the Steam Autumn Sale!

#spacesim #scifi

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 19d

Astra Protocol Remake v0.7.0.0 (alpha) is now available. 🚀
Mainly visual improvements as we close in on a beta.

For more details, and to download and play 🕹️, check out slicebar.itch.io/astra-protoc...

#scifi #spacesim #indiegame

More visual improvements and closing in on the beta

Ahoy there Captains, We've uploaded the v0.7.0.0 build of Astra Protocol Remake, bringing further visual improvements to the game. These updates are the last in the line of features and improvements o...

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 26d

We've uploaded version 0.6.0.0 of Astra Protocol Remake. 🚀

Additions include additional shader effects and animations among others, as we head towards beta. 🕹️

Read about it and download it here: slicebar.itch.io/astra-protoc...

#indiegame #spacesim #scifi

v0.6.0.0

Hi All, We've uploaded the v0.6.0.0 of Astra Protocol Remake. This mainly involves graphical improvements. Improvements Users can change the computer voice (if their machine supports it). Targeted obj...

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · Sep 12

Ahoy there Astra Protocol 2 Captains.

We've just published Patch 1.8.1 which fixes a few minor, but long running bugs, and slightly improves some ship AI.

For more details check out store.steampowered.com/news/app/202...

#indiegame #scifi #spacesim

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · Aug 22

Astra Protocol Remake has just entered its Alpha Phase 🚀

All core features are present, so you can play and experience all of the mechanics, just with a side helping of bugs

Download it, let us know your thoughts & get more details at slicebar.itch.io/astra-protoc...

#scifi #spacesim #indiegame

Is this an Alpha?

Hi All, With the latest 0.4.0.0 build of Astra Protocol Remake, it might be possible that we have something that could be considered an Alpha build of the game. The terminology differs depending on wh...

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Astra Protocol @astraprotocol.bsky.social · Aug 22

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · Aug 8

We've just uploaded the v0.3.0.0 build of Astra Protocol Remake

This version brings in
🗣️Computer's voice
📃Expanded options
💾Saving options
🐞A few more bug fixes

Grab it & find out more here slicebar.itch.io/astra-protoc...

And let us know your thoughts!

#spacesim #scifi #indiegame

Voice and Options

Hi all, We've just posted the v0.3.0.0 build of Astra Protocol Remake. This release brings back the computer's voice, allows settings to be saved, and adds in a few more options, alongside a few bug f...

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Astra Protocol @astraprotocol.bsky.social · Aug 8

#spacesim #scifi #cassettefuturism

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · Aug 2

Astra Protocol Remake v0.2.0.0 (WIP) has just been uploaded, we've added in the game over screen and fixed the graphics.

For more information, check out: slicebar.itch.io/astra-protoc...

Don't forget to let us know your thoughts!

#spacesim #scifi #indiegame

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · Jul 25

New features we're working on for Astra Protocol Remake includes improvements the routing & pathfinding.

In the original the enemies would fly anywhere.

For Astra Protocol 2 they'd only avoid planets.

Now we're working on them avoiding anything that causes damage.

#scifi #spacesim #indie

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · Jul 18

Space sim fans, indie game lovers & streamers — this one's for you!

The Astra Protocol Remake is now live on itch

A reimagining of the original, built in a new engine powering the future of the series

Check out the WIP here: slicebar.itch.io/astra-protoc...

#scifi #indiegame #spacesim

Astra Protocol - Remake by Slice Bar

Available for Windows

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · Jul 11

Longform update on the progress with The Astra Protocol and Astra Protocol Remake. Tl;Dr it's all good, just collated in one place

itch.io/blog/984235/...

#indiegame #indiedev #gamedev

The Astra Protocol and Astra Protocol Remake

Hi All, Just to let you know we've been working away on the next game in the Astra Protocol series. Taking a leaf out of Hollywood's naming convention, this game will be known as

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Astra Protocol @astraprotocol.bsky.social · Jul 4

youtu.be/q_WTNePr0Ok

#spacesim #indiegame #scifi

Astra Protocol Remake (Pre-Alpha) #indiegame #spacesim

YouTube video by Slice Bar

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · Jun 27

Some more concept art for The Astra Protocol this Friday.

Today it is a redesign of the Scout ship from Astra Protocol 2.

What do you think?

#indiedev #indiegame #gamedev

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Astra Protocol @astraprotocol.bsky.social · Jun 13

WIP

#indiegame #gamedev #indiedev

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · Jun 6

This Friday we're dropping another piece of concept art for The Astra Protocol.

Introducing the H Ship🚀

We wanted to create something which had an obvious silhouette when viewed on a monitor. What do you think to the design?

#gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #space #spaceship #cassettefuturism

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · May 27

The Astra Protocol fifth anniversary celebration continues with the game 62% off on Steam - that's less than £2!

store.steampowered.com/app/2026750/...

And remember, Astra Protocol is always free!

slicebar.itch.io/astra-protocol

#indiegame #scifi #spacesim

Save 62% on Astra Protocol 2 on Steam

Monitors have received notification of an unknown event, referred to as ASTRA PROTOCOL. You have been designated search and reconnaissance to determine the meaning of this ASTRA PROTOCOL. SECONDARY OB...

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · May 24

Today marks the fifth anniversary of the release of Astra Protocol - the simple space-simulator which fits on a floppy disk 💾

To celebrate, we've put its sequel on sale (Astra Protocol has always been free).

itch.io/s/153321/ast...

Happy Birthday Astra Protocol 🎂

#indiegame #spacesim #indiedev

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · May 20

We've just received our first drop of concept art for Astra Protocol 3.

Taking inspiration from our old designs, here's a fresh take on things.

Presenting the Cargo Hauler.

#gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #space #spaceship

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · May 16

To move forwards, perhaps we should look at our past?

Prototyping Astra Protocol in The Astra Protocol engine.

That's the first game (Astra Protocol) in the new game (The Astra Protocol)'s engine

This naming convention won't cause confusion...
#gamedev #indiedev #indiegame

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · May 9

New vs Old

A very early WIP for the helm module in The Astra Protocol vs that in Astra Protocol 2

We've removed the compass and incorporated it into the main view. In the space that was left we've added a radar.

Which style looks better?

#indiegame #gamedev

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · Apr 26

Happy Alien Day!

To celebrate the films that had a massive impact on our space sim, we've put Astra Protocol 2 on sale at 60% off!

Only lasts for all of 4/26 (BST)

Grab it here:

store.steampowered.com/app/2026750/...

And let us know your favourite film in the Alien franchise

#indiegame

Save 60% on Astra Protocol 2 on Steam

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · Apr 19

First #screenshotsaturday in a while, so here's an early WIP shot of the Navigation Screen we're working on for The Astra Protocol.

We're taking advantage of the new rendering engine by adding in some new effects.

#gamedev #indiedev #indiegame

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · Apr 15

We now have a Discord for Astra Protocol.

If you're a fan of the series, want a peek at what's to come in the next game, or provide some input, why not join us?

discord.gg/Cycf38w5MW

Join the Astra Protocol Discord Server!

Check out the Astra Protocol community on Discord – hang out with 22 other members and enjoy free voice and text chat.

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