Initial training information on the domestic “bagel” that got out of early access
Recently, roguelikes have become an increasingly popular genre. A prominent representative of this species is the Darkest Dungeon . In this sense, Deep Sky Derelicts is not an evil clone, although it took all the best from the progenitor. Such products are kept mainly on the atmosphere and elaboration, and with this there is complete order. The game provides us with two modes – “Arena” and “Campaign”. If you are not interested in the plot component, then you can simply go along the linear path of endless battles with varying degrees of difficulty.
The plot takes us to the distant future. The main character dreams of acquiring citizenship in order to enjoy a stable and comfortable life, and not to drag out a miserable existence in the cosmic backyard as an outcast. To do this, the leader of the gang formed by the player is required to find a certain legendary ship. The way to it lies through derelicts – these are ancient alien ships. Obtaining citizenship will become our main goal in the game, but before that we will have to complete a great many small tasks.
Citizenship will be given only after the seventh sweat on assignments
Team
First, let’s create an effective team. The game invites us to choose three people with whom we will go through the campaign. Characters are classified into six classes:
- If you need a bomb and only a toaster is at hand, contact this character. He not only fights well, but also knows how to find resources, and also creates wonderful things, connecting with tape everything that was found in his pocket.
- He does not fight very skillfully, but he knows a lot about electronics. You cannot do without his help if you need to strengthen shields or destroy killer robots.
- The orderly. Serious injuries can only be healed in the hospital, but the medic nevertheless maintains the unit’s morale with stimulants and other chemicals that can sometimes be used during an attack.
- A sturdy and massive “tank” that fights on the front lines and draws the attention of enemies to respond to their attacks with powerful blows.
- The elusive hunter destroys dangerous enemies with well-aimed shots and accurate strikes, without putting himself in danger.
- A talented commander increases the efficiency of his gang and demoralizes enemies. It is irreplaceable when you need to make a good deal or make a pleasant impression on someone.
All classes, except for “brute”, have four equipment slots. Moreover, each of them has four main characteristics:
- Increases the percentage of damage, critical strike chance and duration of “Weapon” cards.
- Increases damage and recovery of shields, as well as the duration of cards such as “Technology”.
- The medicine. Adds to the buff effectiveness, temporary health, and duration of Medicine cards.
- Search for resources. Plus to the damage from cards such as “Search for Resources”, as well as an increase in trophy collection.
- Strengthens cards such as “Intelligence”, improves duration, and also increases the reward for contracts and tasks.
The values in the characteristics range from five points to, for example, thirty-five.
Everyone chooses a team for themselves, but if you are in doubt, it is best to get a “hunter”, a “thug” and, of course, a “leader” at the initial stage. Above the name of the class, we can see personal nicknames (Plait, Ram, Rat), and above – the general name of the gang, for example, “Space Wanderers”. In the updated version, there were also personal characteristics, such as: “sharper”, “psycho”, “fidget”, “colossus”, “genius” and so on. You can customize everyone to your liking by clicking on the dice icon, or on the arrows next to the name of the character’s class and next to his avatar. The values of the characteristics are selected randomly, but in accordance with the class – the “Orderly”, of course, will have developed “Medicine” and the “Gatherer” will have the skill “Finding resources” improved.
Classic set – “tank”, “buffer” and “damage dealer”
Station
Now that the crew is ready, we find ourselves aboard the station. Here you can buy weapons at the Pawn Shop, install a modification in the Research Workshop, or take contracts and donate work to the mercenaries in the Mercenary Hub, as well as track the main quest from the Station Hall. Please note that there is also a medical center (Deep Sky Medical). In the future, we will heal our space travelers here, and sometimes even resurrect them. In the PDA, you can always study the parameters of your team and the contents of their inventory, or study the “Code”, which contains all the important information on the game.
Mods are divided into scanner improvements and energy modifications that can be used to replenish energy reserves. Do not hesitate once more and take all the available contracts at once, since at the very beginning they are quite simple. I also recommend that you immediately purchase a good weapon for the starting amount given to you. Next, we select the route using the shuttle icon in the center, but since our level is still zero, we start with the corresponding tasks. Pay attention to the “Flight details” tab, where it is written what level of difficulty the opponents will be on the selected mission. When you take on the contracts of the first level, do not worry about flights – everything is paid by the governor for now.
Cozy hangar
Map
Upon arrival at the derelict, we open the PDA and see a map on the scanner. We are offered to immediately scan the surroundings for hazards. In total, we are given 1000 energy points. When it dries up, life support systems will begin to shut down one after another. When you walk around the map, each cell takes 10 energy points. Some of them can be empty, while others are teeming with enemies or hide a new side quest, for which they will give goodies or valuable resources. It costs 50 points to scan a nearby area. Dangers and missions can await in the most unexpected places. Do not forget to press the button “Search” in seemingly empty rooms, and you will find some items.
If everything is quite simple with movement and scanning, then the “Wait” button is perplexing, since the squad is not doing anything, remains in the current cell, but it still consumes five units of energy. At the first levels, this is not relevant, but further, with the appearance of nomadic monsters, you will appreciate this function. In addition, the scanner has an “Actions” tab. There are auxiliary items that can be purchased in the store. They make it much easier for you to navigate complex and intricate derelicts:
- Energy generator. It supplies energy to neighboring cells and scans them, actions there do not require energy consumption.
- Life supporting system. Protects the team from life-threatening conditions for 10 turns.
- Evacuation beacon. Allows you to instantly teleport to the nearest landing zone.
To activate these items, it is enough to have them in your inventory, and then click “Place” – the squad will automatically install the unit in the cell where it is located.
Do not go far from the landing zone, especially with low energy reserves
The battle
You went to one of the cells and faced the first group of enemies. Well, it’s time to put your gang to the test! The combat system in the game is not just turn-based, it resembles a card game. We literally have to choose cards and make moves based on how many remain and how many will arrive thanks to certain moves, for example, using some of the skills of the characters. The sequence of moves depends on the initiative of this or that class, as well as their level. And here we are faced with the first problem – card battles, as a rule, are quite dependent on randomness.
In battle, focus on your health (red numbers), as well as the level of power armor (blue numbers). If the latter are shot down, it is unpleasant, but not fatal. When the energy comes to an end, and opponents are still full of health, it is best to retreat from the battlefield. During the battle, there is always the opportunity to activate “Acceleration” (one-time promotion), which will increase your shields by 20%, and also allocate two additional cards.
Use “Provocative Strike” for a character of the “thug” class, as the enemies will immediately switch to him alone, and then finish them off, for example, with “Single Shots” by other gang members with much less health. A very useful technique – “Thrash”, if one of your characters is in line after the enemy. He will knock the enemy back to the end of the line and you can land another blow. Always focus attacks on one enemy to take them out of action faster.
The results of the battle will reflect the amount of downed loot – however, your thugs may be left with nothing. Take everything, even absolutely unnecessary things, as you can then profitably sell them to the owner of the pawnshop. If you spent a lot of energy points exploring the ship, then return to the station – it’s free. Sell what you have obtained through quests and victories in battle, and return to the map – everything remains as you left it.
The battles are turn-based, which means there is always time to think about a retaliatory move
This information should be enough for you to start playing. In future guides, we will look at popular setups, character leveling options, as well as effective tactics in the fight against monsters and bosses.
