Could have been good, but too lazy to put in keyboard controls for PC, on the one handed dinghy, at least (not tried the others). Using the mouse is simply making the boat do crazy things, and being forced to click on what thing to operate at one time is madness. I want to be able to manipulate my mainsheet and rudder at the same time, using two sets of, preferably user-definable, keys. left and right for one, and also left and right for the other. Finally, a toggle button for the centreboard. I am literally about to leave the house to go and finish up my lvl 1 RYA course, and so far I am rubbish. For a bit of last minute orientation to help me before I go, I'm afraid this software didn't help me at all. I note that in the blurb, the dev states they will add features for PC. Should have stated "Early Access" then. Comments are enabled in this post if the dev feels like feeding back.
SailSim
- Release Date:
- Jun 8, 2022
- Developer:
- Demetris Rouslan Zavorotnitsienko
- Publisher:
- Demetris Rouslan Zavorotnitsienko
- Platforms:
- Windows Linux
Game Tags
About This Game
Feature List
Complete Controller support for ease of use and faster response times. Concentrate on the sailing aspect and control your vessel with faster and more accurate responses.
About the Game
As a Live-Aboard I wanted to create something anyone could use for learning as well as for those rainy days when going out to sea is difficult but you still want to sail. This simulator was created to give everyone an idea about the basic principles of sailing, as well as to provide some knowledge in a fun and intuitive way. The main goal is to have fun and learn something along the way. Hopefully that goal is being achieved with every update i make to the simulator. 🔸 Try out different sailing vessels to see how they behave 🔸 Learn different parts of a sailboat and what they do 🔸 Learn sailing through simple yet instructive courses 🔸 Check out different symbols, terminology and sailing equipment 🔸 Have fun if learning is not your thing by exploring or competing 🔸 Venture on simple yet fun adventures 🔸 Collect Achievements and battle for the highest score ⚫ Currently available vessels are ◼ Laser - Olympic ◼ Catalina 22 - Classic (Fin Keel) ◼ Sabre Spirit 37 - (Fin Keel) ⚫ Current Sailing Features ◼ Keel Control ◼ Keel vs Vessel velocity & mass effect ◼ Boom Direction ◼ Boom Jibe & Tack forces ◼ Boom Vang Control ◼ Main Sail Folding & Unfolding ◼ Jib Folding & Unfolding ◼ Jib Sheet tension & Winch Control ◼ Spinnaker Control ◼ Sail Reefing ◼ Rudder vs Velocity control ◼ Rudder & Turning circle based on vessel mass ◼ Rudder reverse control ◼ Engine Fuel Capacity and Refueling Systems ◼ Outboard engine control ◼ Outboard engine Prop Walk effect ◼ Sail Drive Prop Walk effect ◼ Dynamic Wind ◼ Level Interaction ◼ Drift effect vs Sail direction ◼ Vessel Heel & Potential Capsize effects ◼ Jib and Main Sail "Rudder Pull" when used separately ◼ Wind dynamics based on vessel velocity and direction ◼ Much more... I created SailSim to be accessible for Android as well as Windows. It is difficult to find a good compromise as far as graphics, to satisfy the Windows crowd. I know it could visually be better but then the work needed to integrate it on Android would be much larger so i found a Middle ground as far as visuals go to hopefully satisfy both sides. The visuals are meant not to be too serious where it doesn't matter as much (Environment in specific) but playful and fun. I however do spend a great deal of time on the physics of the simulator where the vessels can receive up to 30 or more forces dynamically at the same time, so the vessels are not just bumbling around but are actually getting the forces you would get in real life (mostly since nothing is perfect). Every time i sail i always think or notice a small detail in how my own vessel behaves and try to add that to SailSim. Although by no means this should be considered as an exact replication of the actual sailing process, it does provide things you shall encounter when you step on any boat. If learning is not your thing, it is very addictive to just play with a sailboat and physics applied to it when the wind is howling outside and you have nothing better to do. Some controls and reactions of the sailing vessels in this simulator have been set intentionally in an awkward way and not as a typical Sailing Game would do it. This is done to try and replicate what you shall encounter when controlling a sailboat by yourself. I am having a blast developing this as an ongoing project. Spend lots of sleepless nights just because the specific environment or function is just too fun to stop making. Hopefully others will appreciate the work that is made by just one man on a small boat at sea :) I have many ideas and additions I would like to make to this simulator so if you like its direction, spread the word as I develop it under way or in a marina whenever my batteries are charged from solar or the engine. ╠Make sure you update to the latest available version as i fix bugs and release fixes and new functions as i go. ✴ If you find faults (bugs) not related to graphics but based on general behavior, please don't hesitate to mention it and i should have it fixed in no time. I do try to check everything before i publish a new update but no one is perfect and things do tend to slip my mind from time to time.Screenshots
User Reviews
Others are saying the controls are only mouse, but I'm using my laptop keys (WASD + arrow keys) to sail. Maybe that was added since their reviews. I haven't read/looks for instructions and it was easy to pick and play. Perfect for me to introduce the 4 and 6 year old to sailing controls in a fun way. Lots of tutorials about sailing included, great for refreshing my mind and also a sectional random test so you can skip all the tutorials if you know the difference between your keel and your starboard. Only played for about 45 minutes, but already decided it was worth the few pounds it just cost me.
Feels like a mobile to PC port (since it is exactly that). Physics works well, the boats act like they normally would, but there isn't as wide a range of content as i thought would come with a simulator that costs £2 or 3$. It makes sense that is isn't the most technical simulator out there, as it is only £2, but it does seem a bit basic, especially with the controls. The whole thing is controlled by a mouse, meaning that you can focus on one specific thing at a time, which means that you have to try and switch fast between the sheet and tiller controls. In a real life sailboat, especially the Laser dinghy, you would have hold of both the main sheet and the tiller at the same time, which therefore means that you can control both at the same time, and in this game, you cannot. Don't get me wrong here, it is great if you want a chill sailing sim, but if you want to get the proper feel of a sailing yacht or dinghy, you should find another, likely more expensive sim, such as eSail. This...
Very simple, but easy sailing fun, no stress, just sail :)
For the price its quite a decent simulator that I feel belongs in the mobile app store. On the pc, you only control 1 thing at a time which probably aligns with the developer's goal of simulating a solo sailor since you probably do 1 thing at a time. The controls are alot more basic than I expected but thats alright, there are a couple of sailing simulators that does a better job out there but they are at a higher price point. If you'd like a simple sailing simulator, I guess this is worth a shot.
This is a nice relaxing sailing game, with fantastic sailing information baked in. Super value and will not disappoint.
Very good if you interested in sailing. The only question for me now: Why sail boat turnover very easy on port side (Beam reach wind from starboard side ) and hold strong wind from port side without problems. And how avoid this turnover in "Follow me" chalange
Controls for this for PC are awful. No way to turn correctly using only the keyboard, buggy as far as keeling over or hitting things.
Can't go wrong for the price! The controls and graphics are basic, but good enough to let you control the boat with what feels like realistic wind. I wish there was an iOS version!
This game isn't worth $2.99. It's pretty lame. Save your money.
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System Requirements
Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: Core i5
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Any 3D accelerator
- Storage: 300 MB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Core i7
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Any 3D accelerator
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 400 MB available space
FAQ
How much does SailSim cost?
SailSim costs $4.99.
What are the system requirements for SailSim?
Minimum: Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7 Processor: Core i5 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Any 3D accelerator Storage: 300 MB available space Recommended: Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 Processor: Core i7 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: Any 3D accelerator Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 400 MB available space
What platforms is SailSim available on?
SailSim is available on Windows PC, Linux.
Is SailSim worth buying?
SailSim has 59% positive reviews from 17 players.
When was SailSim released?
SailSim was released on Jun 8, 2022.
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