Star Command Developers Discuss Steam Dev Days And Port Of Star Command To Linux

In a message for backers of Star Command, developers discuss Steam Dev Days and are asked about a potential SteamOS port of their game.

On Steam Dev Days:

QuoteFor us, it's always a bit surreal to go to events like Steam Dev Days or PAX. It's amazing to be in the same company and have conversations with people who have created games like Don't Starve, TF2 or SpaceBase DF-9. You talk about each others games and exchange so many ideas, challenges and experiences that help in ways that are unquantifiable.

One of the coolest parts of the conference was getting a SteamBox and Steam Controller. We have been playing with them all week and we're convinced that we can integrate the Desktop and SteamBox versions with controller support that will be integrated rather than tacked on. It's a fun and insightful challenge and really helps you design your interface in better, more streamlined ways. For example, mouse dragging and clicking on menus is a pain in the ass with a controller and something that needs to be well thought out - and this improves the experience for both keyboard and mouse users as well.

We were also amazed at how many people had tried our game and the compliments (and constructive criticism) that we received. We took all of it to heart and it further motivated and inspired us to both continue on the path that we are on while always striving to improve every element of the game.

Overall - awesome, inspiring experience.

When asked about SteamOS in the comments:

QuoteWith the Steam Box, is there a chance for a SteamOS version of the game too?

And the answer:

QuoteExtremely likely. We will leave ourselves an out in case the rollout and release of SteamBox is pushed or the controller changes to the point where it simply isn't practical (and they are still changing it in significant ways). But its highly likely if things go as it appears they are going to.

Hopefully more Linux ports continue to arise from Steam Dev Days! Article taken from GamingOnLinux.com.