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Developer Update May 8, 2026
Hello Navigators! Another month has gone by and things have be bumpin' in the testing realm as many quality of life and interaction issues have been raised. While we all know that Stellar Navigator is in Early Access which means there will be issues from time to time, it is important to not let them get out of hand. Moreover, care must be taken with changes because they are being made underneath all of your hard work on galaxies and solar systems. Therefore, it is important t
Chris Newbery
May 82 min read


Developer Update – April 6th, 2026
Hello, Navigators! This month has been a busy one for development. Tackling both fixes for the Betabranch (Version 0.8.4 Beta 156) and developing the latest iteration of features for Stellar Navigator's Major Update 2.Just as a reminder, Major Update 2 will include, Steam Workshop support to share Galaxies with other Navigators, Linking Star Systems on the galaxy map, and allowing for the creation of additional asteroid belts within a star system. Beta Branch The frequency of
Chris Newbery
Apr 62 min read


Developer Update – March 8th, 2026
Minor Update 2 Status Minor update 2 has been in the closed beta branch for some time now being put through its paces, and there have been several show stopper issues that have seen partial or complete resolution. Once the High issues have been resolved and the frequency of reports of High issues diminishes, it will be put into the open beta branch for everyone to try, test, and enjoy. Minor Update 2 will follow the same path as previous updates in which it will see a period
Chris Newbery
Mar 82 min read


Developer Update – February 5th, 2026
Hello Navigators, another month out of the way, a new build out to live, and work presses on. New closed beta branch is imminent Over the last month work has been done not only on prepping things for deploying the open beta branch to live but also on the development of Minor Update 2. Significant progress has been made on the features outlined in the last update (Customization of galaxy points, Binary+ star systems), and I’m happy to say that both features are working end to
Chris Newbery
Feb 52 min read


Developer Update - January 5th, 2026
Happy full revolution around the sun everyone! I hope everyone had a wonderful time over the holidays and was able to get some rest. While time was taken on my part over the holidays to relax, I kept working on Stellar Navigator throughout December and have I a few things to share! Open Beta headed to live With the last of the critical issues out of the way and no new ones having been raised. The current beta will be moving to the live build this month. Please back up any c
Chris Newbery
Jan 53 min read


Developer Update - December 3rd, 2025
Hello, Navigators! It has been quite a year, with the release into early access, GameCon Canada, and several patches delivering roadmap items, fixes, and new features meaningful to the community. Thank you all for being a part of this journey thus far and thank you for all the support, ideas, participation, and sharing that each of you has contributed this year. I am truly thankful for everyone one in this wonderful space loving community. While this is the last update for th
Chris Newbery
Dec 3, 20252 min read


Developer Update - November 3rd, 2025
Hello Navigators! I hope you all had a wonderful Halloween and got plenty of sweets and not too many jump scares! I certainly didn’t get through it, candy in hand without a few jump scares. New bugs appearing in the beta branch and the security vulnerability (which had been resolved). A few scares to be sure 😜. For the rest of October, it has really been a month of bug fixing and polish. I want to thank all who signed up for closed beta testing, and for all the reports you s
Chris Newbery
Nov 3, 20252 min read


Developer Update - October 4th 2025
Hello Navigators! This month has been filled with progress toward delivering new planet types designed by our community Planetologists,...
Chris Newbery
Oct 4, 20252 min read


Development Update - September 2nd 2025
I hope all of you have been enjoying the latest update to Stellar Navigator, and I want to thank everyone who submitted feedback and...
Chris Newbery
Sep 2, 20252 min read


Development Update August 4th, 2025
Hello everyone! A lot of effort this month of course went into preparing the first minor release for all of you to try out in the public...
Chris Newbery
Aug 4, 20252 min read


Development Update July 3rd, 2025
Hello Navigators! I'm back from Game Con Canada and busy working away on the next update! For those where unable to attend, I hope you...
Chris Newbery
Jul 3, 20251 min read


Development Update - June 2nd 2025
Hello Navigators! This month has been a busy one getting ready for Game Con Canada. Nevertheless, work has continued for the first minor...
Chris Newbery
Jun 3, 20252 min read


Stellar Navigator is going to Game Con Canada 2025
I’m excited to share that Stellar Navigator will be at Game Con Canada this year! When you're there, swing on by the booth inside of the...
Chris Newbery
May 16, 20251 min read


Development Update - May 1st 2025
New marker system in development The existing marker system was created very early on in the development of Stellar Navigator, and as...
Chris Newbery
May 1, 20252 min read


Planetologist Contest
Hi everyone! There's a contest going on right now over in the Stellar Navigator discord! Help design the next planet type and get your...
Chris Newbery
Mar 30, 20251 min read


Early Access now available!
Hello Navigators! I'm pleased to announce that Stellar Navigator is now available in Early Access on Steam! Head on over to Steam to pick...
Chris Newbery
Mar 28, 20251 min read


Stellar Navigator Early Access Release Date!
Hi everyone, and welcome to all the new Navigators who have joined the community! Over the last few months, I have enjoyed reading your...
Chris Newbery
Mar 3, 20251 min read


Project Update February 3, 2025
Hi folks, another month down and a month closer to release! I hope the new year has started well for everyone. I am excited to bring you...
Chris Newbery
Feb 3, 20251 min read


Project Update - January 1, 2025
Hi folks, I hope you all have had a wonderful time off during the holidays and have brought in the new year with lots of cheer! While I...
Chris Newbery
Jan 1, 20252 min read


Progress Update - December 1, 2024
Hi folks, another month has gone by, and it is now December! Thank you all for your interest and following the development efforts over...
Chris Newbery
Dec 1, 20241 min read
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