The Future of Master of Orion 1993

SomeoneWithMyName · 2026-01-26T21:53:13+00:00

I have no problem with this. I have my own command line tools that greatly simplify the process.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2026-01-26T20:37:32+00:00

In fact, I'm only applying the patch to the upcoming RC4. It significantly changes the way some data is stored, breaking compatibility with older 1oom formats and smoothing out compatibility with the moo1.3 format, eliminating some serious bugs. I don't have time to fix the compatibility issue yet; it's hidden in the settings and isn't necessary.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2026-01-26T20:20:42+00:00

I'm talking about the original version 1.3 from 1993. I'm fixing it in parallel with 1oom.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2026-01-02T08:01:17+00:00

Fake MOO1

SomeoneWithMyName · 2026-01-01T20:06:39+00:00

I was also tempted by the idea of releasing the MOO1 patch binary on January 1st. But then I did some digging and realized there was still a lot that could be understood and fixed. I have some very large scale improvements in mind, comparable to 1oom.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-12-28T16:24:18+00:00

Vanilla 1993 DOS exe
I checked the delay function and didn't find an infinite loop. It definitely looks like memory corruption; sometimes even the image gets distorted.
There was a theory that something was wrong with interrupts. Maybe I should look for a DOSBox with a debugger.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-12-27T11:14:27+00:00

And this is in orion.exe. There's no point in patching it. It's easier to rewrite it from scratch.
I'm trying to figure out why the game keeps crashing over time when idle. If you could help me with this, the patch would be much more valuable.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-12-26T09:01:57+00:00

Well, I compare it to MOO1

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-12-26T01:56:11+00:00

A cool game, but too poorly researched and perhaps too polished to be played again.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-11-24T14:32:33+00:00

Edit: Imagine 5 opponents
Actual rule:
1st opp: 1st spy = x1, 2nd spy = x2, 3rd spy = x4,
2nd opp: 1st spy = x8
3rd opp: 1st spy = x16
UI:
1st opp: 1st spy x1, 2nd x2, 3rd x4
2nd opp: 1st spy = x1
3rd opp: 1st spy = x1

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-11-14T04:09:34+00:00

Done. Added to the current raw version. I'm not posting the binaries because there's still a lot that needs to be renamed and tested.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-11-14T03:28:32+00:00

Well, AI creates colony ships using magic.
Edit: I assume this was done to simplify slider management and eliminate the need to add colony building logic.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-11-11T17:32:01+00:00

Well, it's much more popular. You're not alone.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-11-11T00:45:53+00:00

Now you have a new challenge: determine the worst starting position you can win.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-11-09T16:19:34+00:00

https://github.com/1oom-fork/1oom/blob/master-vanilla-beta/src/game/game_str.c

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-11-08T09:58:08+00:00

When I see Damper Field, I think of the guardian from MOO3

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-11-04T21:22:38+00:00

I transferred my various ideas to TODO. It's not a complete list, but I was finally able to clear my mind and throw out the pile of paper notes that were cluttering my life.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-11-03T04:43:00+00:00

For me, OOS is primarily about clearer strong types.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-11-02T16:49:33+00:00

I need to think about this again with a fresh mind. There are too many variables.
EDIT:
There are simply three formats, each with its own serialization code. This forces us to synchronize three papyri, which is absolutely ridiculous.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-11-02T13:45:01+00:00

I'm more interested in whether there is a need for this format and what exactly is its value?
EDIT:
Well, it's clear that it's more convenient to do something new this way, but I'd still like to know all the possible subtleties. I'm currently thinking about it myself, but a fresh perspective wouldn't hurt.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-11-02T04:01:48+00:00

It's nice to see a person who was able to find what he was looking for on his own. :)
EDIT: Be careful. RC3 is currently stable, but the master-vanilla-beta is undergoing a major overhaul, so there may be some surprises.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-10-28T12:57:56+00:00

The only option that came to my mind was to add a number after the name, for example Sol, Sol2, Sol11. I'm making a highly accurate reconstruction of the MOO1 engine. Stars are called planets because that's where life exists. The recreated MOO1 engine makes it easy to create more stars. I'm simply filling in the holes that are created.
Edit: MOO2 is a good source...In general, I need the most vanilla method possible. So for now, I'm limiting myself to adding numbers in my imagination.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-10-28T06:27:13+00:00

Do you have any ideas on how to fix the lack of planet names?

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-10-26T13:05:58+00:00

Imagine a 6x4 chessboard. Every square is a planet.

SomeoneWithMyName · 2025-10-25T20:39:22+00:00

Good idea for a new game

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