ANTIKYTHERA

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Antikythera is an open-source game engine designed specifically for RTS games. It is currently in active development; as such, specifications may change.

Technical:

• Written in the Go language
• Uses OpenGL via raylib for graphics processing
• Uses lockstep peer to peer networking
• Uses Go? as a scripting language alternative
• Not multiplatform, targeting only Windows 7/8/10 and beyond (presumed Linux support)

Features:

• Designed with modding in mind
• Transparent and open-source, pulling no punches and hiding nothing from advanced users
• Integrated editor for synchronous scenario editing, both in and out of game
• Quick-launch functionality with multiplayer lobby support to accelerate testing
• Flexible, limitless data structure
• Supports automatic compilation of 3D models to sprite sheets
• Performant, above all else
• Achieves subsecond launch times using Go
• Averages below 30ms latency using lockstep peer to peer networking
• Avoids filesize bloat to an extreme degree
• Exceedingly low system requirements, targeting any machine that can run Brood War (old OS notwithstanding)

Roadmap:

• Getting started
• Organize the project directory
• Write just enough code to launch a game
• Start recreating Starcraft mechanics and the HYDRA game state
• Vet the core technicals
• Explore OpenGL
• Explore Go as a scripting language alternative
• Explore peer to peer vs client to host
• Enter the Fraud Nights
• Implement peer to peer networking
• Complete the HYDRA porting process
• Distribute installer and begin public testing sessions
• Explore a brave new world
• Develop first-party content
• Master the shaft
• Deploy the first title
• Begin live maintenance
• Continue content development

More info coming soon.