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About Professional Ship Simulator
Professional Ship Simulator puts you in the helm of a fully simulated vessel, demanding precise management of propulsion, navigation and onboard systems. The game avoids arcade shortcuts, instead offering authentic ship‑handling physics that react to wind, currents, waves and damage.
Set in expansive, real‑world‑based seas such as the Island of Rügen and the Strait of Dover, the title features a living ocean, AI traffic and a day/night cycle. Players can grow a fleet, complete structured missions and earn credits to unlock new ships and licenses.
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Ship Systems & Controls
Every vessel includes detailed, true‑to‑life systems for power generation, transmission, radar with AIS/CPA, sonar and radio communication. Players must operate these tools to navigate, manage propulsion and respond to emergencies such as hull damage or flooding.
Larger ships also feature wing control stations, allowing fine‑tuned handling of complex maneuvers. The simulation emphasizes skill and awareness, rewarding precise adjustments over simplified inputs.
- Observe system readouts before making major course changes.
- Compare radar and sonar feedback to verify target positions.
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Dynamic Environment
The sea reacts to wind, currents, storm fronts, fog, rain, snow and rough seas, directly influencing ship speed, stability and handling. A full day/night cycle and optional real‑time weather data keep conditions constantly shifting.
Physical effects such as propeller torque, bank effect and line tension are modeled, so environmental forces must be accounted for during navigation and docking.
- Use the day/night cycle to practice low‑visibility navigation.
- Adjust throttle when encountering strong currents to maintain heading.
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Mission Types & Progression
Players can start with guided tutorials, then take on structured missions that award credits, expand the fleet and unlock licenses. Mission types include cargo transport, ferry operations, fishing with sonar, offshore logistics, tug assistance, buoy maintenance, rescue and firefighting.
Progression moves from a small harbor operator to a professional captain, with each new ship class—tugboat, fishing trawler, rescue vessel, offshore ship, yacht, container ship, bulk carrier, LNG tanker, cruise ship—introducing additional systems to master.
- Begin with cargo transport to learn basic handling before attempting rescue missions.
- Use sonar during fishing missions to locate schools efficiently.
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Modding Support (Planned)
While modding is not available at launch, the developers plan to integrate Unreal Engine‑based tools soon. Future updates will allow custom ships, missions, scenery extensions, sound replacements and flag variations, fostering community‑driven expansion.
The tile‑based map system is designed for easy addition of new content, ensuring the maritime world can grow beyond the initial release.
- Monitor official channels for the modding release timeline.
- Consider how custom ships might affect system complexity before creating them.
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