Meridian - The Belt

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Stake your claim in a belt of endless riches,and endless risks.

Meridian: The Belt drops you into the asteroid belt orbiting the enigmatic planet Meridian, a miner bound by a 5,000,000-credit debt to the ruthless NexTerra Corporation. Your mission: pilot your ship, harvest rare ores, and sell them to NexTerras space stations to earn your freedom. But the belt is more than a graveyard of rocks, it's a crucible of ambition, danger, and hidden truths waiting to test your resolve.

A Universe Built for Exploration

Take command of a customizable ship in a procedurally generated asteroid belt teeming with 20 unique ores, from common Iron to rare Emeralds. Every mining run is a gamble,balance profit against dwindling fuel, hull damage, and unexpected threats. NexTerra's Mission Board is your lifeline, offering contracts from its four divisions: Mining, Exploration, Security, and Science. Will you haul massive ore quotas, map uncharted sectors, defend stations from attack, or probe mysterious anomalies? Your choices shape your journey in a galaxy where every credit counts.

Gameplay That Rewards Strategy

Mine with Precision: Harvest 20 distinct ores, each with unique value and hazards. Upgrade your ship's mining beam, shields, or hull to conquer tougher sectors.

Diverse Missions: Choose from 15 mission types, from high-volume ore deliveries to tactical defense operations. Random time limits and dynamic challenges keep every contract fresh.

Survive the Belt: Navigate asteroid fields, manage resources, and face threats that test your skill and cunning.

Immersive Narrative: Make decisions that influence your standing with powerful factions, unlocking new opportunities and dangers in a story that unfolds with every mission.

A World That Lives and Breathes

The belt is a vibrant, unforgiving frontier. NexTerra's stations pulse with activity, their orange-hued interfaces a stark contrast to the void outside. Every sector,drawn from a dynamic pool of Asteroid Belt Chunks,offers new challenges, from dense debris fields to hostile encounters. As you claw your way out of debt, you'll uncover layers of intrigue that hint at Meridian's deeper secrets, setting the stage for a thrilling sequel.

Why Play?

Meridian: The Belt blends the thrill of space mining with the depth of an RPG. It's about more than earning creditsit's about carving your place in a universe where every decision carries weight. Whether you're optimizing your ship for a high-stakes run or navigating the belt's dangers, every moment feels alive with possibility.

Features:

• Procedurally generated asteroid belt with dynamic sectors (AsteroidBeltChunks).
• 15 unique mission types with randomized objectives and time limits.
• 20 ores with distinct economic and hazard properties.
• Robust ship customization and resource management.
• Vibrant orange UI aesthetic for a fresh sci-fi look.
• Narrative-driven campaign with a sequel on the horizon.

Controls:

• Mouse/Keyboard: Navigate, mine, and fight with precision.
• Gamepad Support: [TBD]

CURRENTLY IN VERY EARLY DEVELOPMENT BY A SOLO FIRST TIME DEV

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