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{{Quote|Disembark, Commander, and leave your mark on the galaxy in ''Elite Dangerous: Odyssey''. Explore distant worlds on foot and expand the frontier of known space. Be the first to step out onto countless unique planets as you discover land untouched since time began. ''Elite Dangerous: Odyssey'' invites you to become a true pioneer.|''Elite Dangerous: Odyssey'' announcement<ref name="Odyssey">[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/elite-dangerous-odyssey-announcement.546389/ Frontier Forums: Elite Dangerous: Odyssey Announcement]</ref>}} | {{Quote|Disembark, Commander, and leave your mark on the galaxy in ''Elite Dangerous: Odyssey''. Explore distant worlds on foot and expand the frontier of known space. Be the first to step out onto countless unique planets as you discover land untouched since time began. ''Elite Dangerous: Odyssey'' invites you to become a true pioneer.|''Elite Dangerous: Odyssey'' announcement<ref name="Odyssey">[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/elite-dangerous-odyssey-announcement.546389/ Frontier Forums: Elite Dangerous: Odyssey Announcement]</ref>}} | ||
[[File:Elite-Dangerous-Odyssey_Key-Art.png|thumb|300px|ED: Odyssey key art]] | [[File:Elite-Dangerous-Odyssey_Key-Art.png|thumb|300px|ED: Odyssey key art]] | ||
'''Elite Dangerous: Odyssey''' is the second paid expansion for ''[[Elite Dangerous]]''. [[Frontier Developments]] | '''Elite Dangerous: Odyssey''' is the second paid expansion for ''[[Elite Dangerous]]''. [[Frontier Developments|Frontier]] calls it the biggest update yet and a defining moment in the game's history.<ref name=":5">[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/showthread.php/479122-Important-Community-Update-(01-03) Frontier Forums: Important Community Update (01/03)]</ref> It released on 19 May 2021.<ref name="Delay2">[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/odyssey-update-2021.563138/ Frontier Forums: Odyssey Update 2021]</ref><ref name="OdysseyPC Patch">[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/elite-dangerous-odyssey-patch-notes.575175/ Frontier Forums: Elite Dangerous: Odyssey Patch Notes]</ref> Since then Odyssey received over 18 free updates with new content, features, gameplay, [[ships]], [[vehicles]], optimizations, [[Thargoid]] narrative events, and reworks of key features such as [[Powerplay]] 2, and the [[Engineers]] rebalance. | ||
== Features == | == Features == | ||
[[File:ED Odyssey Python | [[File:ED Odyssey Python Mk II Scorpion.jpg|thumb|250px|Python Mk II, Scorpion official art]] | ||
=== Atmospheric landing and on-foot activities === | === Atmospheric landing and on-foot activities === | ||
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=== Concourses === | === Concourses === | ||
[[File:Concourse Interior ED.jpg|thumb|250px|Concourse interior]] | |||
[[Starport]]s, orbital [[Outpost]]s, [[Asteroid Base]]s, and [[Surface Port#Planetary Port|Planetary Ports]] are home to new [[Concourse]]s, public common areas where players can meet with each other, take on missions, purchase equipment and ships, exchange or sell certain commodities, and redeem discoveries. All Concourses provide access to seven different vendors, each offering a unique service. Players can even travel from one Concourse to another, or to settlements, without the need for their own ship via [[Apex Interstellar Transport]]'s shuttle service.<ref name=":7">[https://www.polygon.com/features/2020/9/29/21493772/elite-dangerous-odyssey-paid-dlc-preview-release-date-price Polygon: New expansion for Elite Dangerous will add tens of thousands of locations to the game]</ref><ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/elite-dangerous-odyssey-the-road-to-odyssey-part-2-forging-your-path.555410/ Frontier Forums: Elite Dangerous: Odyssey | The Road To Odyssey Part 2 - Forging Your Path]</ref><ref name=":6">[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/odyssey-update-on-vr-and-ship-interiors.554223/ Frontier Forums: Odyssey: Update on VR and Ship Interiors]</ref> Players can also participate in large ground battles through [[Frontline Solutions]].<ref name="SCN26" /> | [[Starport]]s, orbital [[Outpost]]s, [[Asteroid Base]]s, and [[Surface Port#Planetary Port|Planetary Ports]] are home to new [[Concourse]]s, public common areas where players can meet with each other, take on missions, purchase equipment and ships, exchange or sell certain commodities, and redeem discoveries. All Concourses provide access to seven different vendors, each offering a unique service. Players can even travel from one Concourse to another, or to settlements, without the need for their own ship via [[Apex Interstellar Transport]]'s shuttle service.<ref name=":7">[https://www.polygon.com/features/2020/9/29/21493772/elite-dangerous-odyssey-paid-dlc-preview-release-date-price Polygon: New expansion for Elite Dangerous will add tens of thousands of locations to the game]</ref><ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/elite-dangerous-odyssey-the-road-to-odyssey-part-2-forging-your-path.555410/ Frontier Forums: Elite Dangerous: Odyssey | The Road To Odyssey Part 2 - Forging Your Path]</ref><ref name=":6">[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/odyssey-update-on-vr-and-ship-interiors.554223/ Frontier Forums: Odyssey: Update on VR and Ship Interiors]</ref> Players can also participate in large ground battles through [[Frontline Solutions]].<ref name="SCN26" /> | ||
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Across a planet there is now a large scale mask processed which determines different zones of types of terrain based. The mask depends on things like how gravitationally stressed the planet is, the crust thickness and if the planet is, or has been, tectonically active. These zones mask out further subzones of terrain and material types, and follow the flow patterns laid out by the layer above it, creating a seamless landscape across the planet.<ref name=":8" /><ref name=":9" /> | Across a planet there is now a large scale mask processed which determines different zones of types of terrain based. The mask depends on things like how gravitationally stressed the planet is, the crust thickness and if the planet is, or has been, tectonically active. These zones mask out further subzones of terrain and material types, and follow the flow patterns laid out by the layer above it, creating a seamless landscape across the planet.<ref name=":8" /><ref name=":9" /> | ||
New occlusion systems. New tech will enable identifying areas and features of planets, the type of terrain, basins, craters, etc from orbit/space. Distinct regions are blended together such as flat and mountainous areas. Planets now use a mix of procedural features and pre-baked, hand-crafted assets, all blended together. Scatter system for rocks, flora, etc will be more systemic and deterministic for each planet, so that assets are in a more natural place. Multiple geomes are supported, so planets can have mixed-combinations of surfaces: dusty, rocky, icy, snowy, etc. Most of the game | New occlusion systems. New tech will enable identifying areas and features of planets, the type of terrain, basins, craters, etc from orbit/space. Distinct regions are blended together such as flat and mountainous areas. Planets now use a mix of procedural features and pre-baked, hand-crafted assets, all blended together. Scatter system for rocks, flora, etc will be more systemic and deterministic for each planet, so that assets are in a more natural place. Multiple geomes are supported, so planets can have mixed-combinations of surfaces: dusty, rocky, icy, snowy, etc. Most of the game has graphical changes, which includes the stars.<ref name=":31">[https://www.reddit.com/r/EliteDangerous/comments/mzrvwt/quick_notes_from_livestream_discovery_scanner_w/ reddit: Quick Notes from Livestream - Discovery Scanner: w/ Piers Jackson & Dr Kay Ross. - 27 April, 2021.] </ref> | ||
Use of a new Physically Based Rendering system throughout the game gives stars a new "light". Different planets' atmospheres will have different colours based on their primary composition. For example atmosphere colours/types: red, yellow, green, blue, lots of shades. Raleigh scattering for light refraction based on the star light's wavelength and planet atmosphere density. Mie scattering for light absorption based on atmosphere elements and composition. Oxygen, Argon, Neon, etc. absorb light differently. This produces a huge variety of visual possibilities.<ref name=":31" /> | Use of a new Physically Based Rendering system throughout the game gives stars a new "light". Different planets' atmospheres will have different colours based on their primary composition. For example atmosphere colours/types: red, yellow, green, blue, lots of shades. Raleigh scattering for light refraction based on the star light's wavelength and planet atmosphere density. Mie scattering for light absorption based on atmosphere elements and composition. Oxygen, Argon, Neon, etc. absorb light differently. This produces a huge variety of visual possibilities.<ref name=":31" /> | ||
Hints at more landable planets to come, only tenuous atmosphere planets have been unlocked for Odyssey's launch.<ref name=":31" /> | Hints at more landable planets to come, only tenuous atmosphere planets have been unlocked for Odyssey's launch.<ref name=":31" /> | ||
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=== Storyline === | === Storyline === | ||
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*Various [[Ships|ship]]-related visual enhancements, including exterior details and textures, shield impact cues, explosions resulting from a ship's destruction, the [[hyperspace]] jump animation, and [[Pulse Wave Analyser]] scanning graphics. | *Various [[Ships|ship]]-related visual enhancements, including exterior details and textures, shield impact cues, explosions resulting from a ship's destruction, the [[hyperspace]] jump animation, and [[Pulse Wave Analyser]] scanning graphics. | ||
*Redesigns for the [[Mission Board]], [[Galaxy Map]], [[System Map]], [[Shipyard]], and the [[Redeployment]] interface. | *Redesigns for the [[Mission Board]], [[Galaxy Map]], [[System Map]], [[Shipyard]], and the [[Redeployment]] interface. | ||
* | *New ships: [[Mandalay]], [[Python Mk II]], [[Type-8]], [[Cobra Mk V]], [[Drake-Class Carrier]]. | ||
*[[Frame Shift Drive (SCO)]] | |||
*New vehicle: [[Scorpion]] | |||
*New Thargoid craft: [[Thargoid Hunter]], [[Thargoid Titan]] | |||
*New Thargoid drones: [[Banshee]], [[Revenant]] | |||
*The [[Detailed Surface Scanner]] gains a series of filters to allow players to isolate various geological and biological features on planetary surfaces. | *The [[Detailed Surface Scanner]] gains a series of filters to allow players to isolate various geological and biological features on planetary surfaces. | ||
*9 new [[Engineers]], and new modifications for [[Suits]] and [[Handheld Weapon]]s.<ref name="OdysseyPC Patch" /> | *9 new [[Engineers]], and new modifications for [[Suits]] and [[Handheld Weapon]]s.<ref name="OdysseyPC Patch" /> | ||
*In addition to the new settlements, over 8,000 [[Surface Port]]s were added to worlds with tenuous atmospheres.<ref name="OdysseyPC Patch" /> | *In addition to the new settlements, over 8,000 [[Surface Port]]s were added to worlds with tenuous atmospheres.<ref name="OdysseyPC Patch" /> | ||
*5 new post-Elite ranks called "Elite Stars" added to all six rank ladders ([[Combat]], [[Trader]], [[Explorer]], [[CQC Championship|CQC]], [[Mercenary]], [[Exobiologist]]).<ref name="OdysseyPC Patch" /> | *5 new post-Elite ranks called "Elite Stars" added to all six rank ladders ([[Combat]], [[Trader]], [[Explorer]], [[CQC Championship|CQC]], [[Mercenary]], [[Exobiologist]]).<ref name="OdysseyPC Patch" /> | ||
*Odyssey supports 6 languages for the interface and full audio: English, French, German, Russian, Spanish (Spain), Portuguese (Brazil).<ref>[https://store.steampowered.com/app/1336350/Elite_Dangerous_Odyssey/ Elite Dangerous: Odyssey - Steam - 6 July 2024]</ref> | |||
== Music == | |||
The original soundtrack of Odyssey was composed by Dan Millidge and published on 29 May 2021. It has 39 tracks and a total length of 67 minutes. The songs are played during Odyssey specific gameplay in addition to the original [[Elite Dangerous Music]]. It is available at the Frontier Store and Steam. | |||
''"Immerse yourself in the incredible sounds of Frontier’s Elite Dangerous: Odyssey with this grand collection of tracks taken from the massively multiplayer space epic. Discover 39 masterful pieces, brought to you by celebrated composer Dan Millidge."''<ref name=":14">[https://store.steampowered.com/app/1496130/Elite_Dangerous_Odyssey_Official_Soundtrack/ Elite Dangerous: Odyssey Official Soundtrack - Steam]</ref> | |||
''"From heart-pounding, action-packed instrumentals made for blazing a trail through the stars, to contemplative, calming soundscapes, the Elite Dangerous: Odyssey Soundtrack provides epic aural delights across its 67-minute runtime."''<ref name=":14" /><gallery hideaddbutton="true"> | |||
File:Elite Dangerous - Odyssey OST | |||
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== Post-launch features == | == Post-launch features == | ||
[[File:Elite Dangerous Odyssey Logo White 1.png|thumb|250px|ED: Odyssey Logo]] | [[File:Elite Dangerous Odyssey Logo White 1.png|thumb|250px|ED: Odyssey Logo]] | ||
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===Update 15=== | ===Update 15=== | ||
Update 15 is set to build upon the narrative and unlock the next major stage of the Thargoid War.<ref name=":1" /> The update will release in May.<ref name=":1" /> A major rework of a longstanding feature is still being investigated. Plans will be shared towards the end of 2023.<ref name=":1" /> | Update 15 is set to build upon the narrative and unlock the next major stage of the Thargoid War.<ref name=":1" /> The update will release in May.<ref name=":1" /> A major rework of a longstanding feature is still being investigated. Plans will be shared towards the end of 2023.<ref name=":1" /> | ||
Players can directly engage massive [[Thargoid Titan]] capital ships, signaling a climactic phase in the ongoing Thargoid conflict. This marks a major milestone in the game's evolving narrative.<ref name=":12">[https://www.reddit.com/r/EliteDangerous/comments/1fz0138/for_returning_players_what_has_changed_in_2024/ For returning players: what has changed in 2024] - 8 October 2024 - ED Subreddit</ref> | |||
===Update 18=== | ===Update 18=== | ||
''February 2024'' | ''February 2024'' | ||
Culmination of the [[Second Thargoid War]] saga. [https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/update-18-update-notes.623400/ Released] on | Culmination of the [[Second Thargoid War]] saga. [https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/update-18-update-notes.623400/ Released] on 26 February 2024.<ref name=":11">2024 - The Year Ahead. Elite Dangerous Odyssey.https://www.elitedangerous.com/news/2024-year-ahead</ref> | ||
[[Frame Shift Drive (SCO)]] - supercruise overcharge cuts travel time in a [[star system]] by more than half. | [[Frame Shift Drive (SCO)]] - supercruise overcharge cuts travel time in a [[star system]] by more than half. | ||
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[https://www.elitedangerous.com/update-notes/4-0-18-04 Update 18.04] changed the intro cinematic from Odyssey to the new logo from 2024 with game footage inside the letters. | [https://www.elitedangerous.com/update-notes/4-0-18-04 Update 18.04] changed the intro cinematic from Odyssey to the new logo from 2024 with game footage inside the letters. | ||
=== | === Type-8 update === | ||
A full rework of | * 2 new pre-built ships<ref>[https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=893894822772585 Elite Dangerous - Facebook - Type-8 - 31 July 2024]</ref> | ||
* [[Python Mk II]] available in Odyssey for credits | |||
* [[Engineers|Engineering]] rebalance: | |||
** Increased Material Availability: Sites and missions now provide more materials, streamlining the process of gathering what’s needed for engineering. | |||
** Predictable Engineering: The randomness in engineering upgrades has been removed, making progression through the tiers more structured. | |||
** Lower Blueprint Costs: The requirements for some blueprints, particularly for Odyssey suits and weapons, have been reduced, easing the upgrade process. | |||
* [[Type-8 Transporter]] early access | |||
===ED: Ascendancy=== | |||
* A full rework of [[Powerplay]] aka Powerplay 2 was released on 31 October 2024.<ref name=":11" /><ref name=":13">[https://www.elitedangerous.com/update-notes/4-0-19-0 Elite Dangerous: Ascendancy] - Elite Dangerous - 31 October 2024</ref> | |||
** Overhaul of the Powerplay system, improved faction territory control and deeper political gameplay.<ref name=":12" /><ref name=":13" /> | |||
* [[Mandalay]] early access | |||
===New Ships === | ===New Ships === | ||
* At least 4 new and variant ships with new designs and capabilities in 2024. The [[Python Mk II]] is a variant of the [[Python]]. The early access release was in May 2024. The [[Type-8 Transporter]] is a new freighter by [[Lakon Spaceways]]. Early access started in August 2024.<ref name=":11" /> The 3rd and 4th new ships are the [[Mandalay]] and the [[Cobra Mk V]]. | |||
* [[Pre-Built Ships]]: Frontier introduced ship bundles available for purchase with real money, allowing players to skip the grind.<ref name=":12" /> | |||
===System Colonisation=== | |||
[[System Colonisation]] is a brand-new feature for ED to be released before the end of 2024.<ref name=":11" /> | |||
==Alpha== | ==Alpha== | ||
[[File:Odyssey alpha schedule.png|thumb|right|250px|The initial roadmap for ''Odyssey'' alpha phases]] | [[File:Odyssey alpha schedule.png|thumb|right|250px|The initial roadmap for ''Odyssey'' alpha phases]] | ||
The ''ED: Odyssey'' PC alpha ran from March | The ''ED: Odyssey'' PC alpha ran from 29 March 2021 to 5 May 2021.<ref name="Mission" /><ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/elite-dangerous-odyssey-alpha-extension.573060/ Frontier Forums: Elite Dangerous: Odyssey Alpha Extension]</ref> Access to the alpha could be obtained through purchasing the ''Odyssey'' Deluxe Alpha edition or owning the [[Lifetime Expansion Pass]]. Over the course of the alpha, ''Odyssey'' features were introduced incrementally in order to focus community feedback.<ref name="Delay2" /> | ||
*'''Phase 1: First Steps''' (March | *'''Phase 1: First Steps''' (29 March - 8 April) | ||
**During the first phase of the alpha, all participants were given a fresh commander profile and began at Armstrong's Legacy in the Adityan system. Players were restricted to Adityan for this phase to maximise player interaction and stress-test the game's network. | **During the first phase of the alpha, all participants were given a fresh commander profile and began at Armstrong's Legacy in the Adityan system. Players were restricted to Adityan for this phase to maximise player interaction and stress-test the game's network. | ||
**The [[Maverick Suit]], and [[Kinematic Armaments]] and [[Takada]] weapons could be purchased. | **The [[Maverick Suit]], and [[Kinematic Armaments]] and [[Takada]] weapons could be purchased. | ||
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**Salvage and collection/delivery missions were available. | **Salvage and collection/delivery missions were available. | ||
*'''Phase 2: Combat''' (April | *'''Phase 2: Combat''' (8 April - 15 April) | ||
**The starting point of the alpha was moved to the Nervi system. | **The starting point of the alpha was moved to the Nervi system. | ||
**A 20ly bubble of space surrounding Adityan, which included Nervi, was opened up for interstellar travel, and players could purchase [[ships]]. All players were granted a [[Cobra | **A 20ly bubble of space surrounding Adityan, which included Nervi, was opened up for interstellar travel, and players could purchase [[ships]]. All players were granted a [[Cobra Mk III]] to start with. | ||
**The [[Dominator Suit]] could be purchased. | **The [[Dominator Suit]] could be purchased. | ||
**Faction conflicts were enabled and combat missions at [[Conflict Zone]]s were available through [[Frontline Solutions]]. | **Faction conflicts were enabled and combat missions at [[Conflict Zone]]s were available through [[Frontline Solutions]]. | ||
**Several fixes and improvements based on Phase 1 feedback were added. | **Several fixes and improvements based on Phase 1 feedback were added. | ||
*'''Phase 3: Exploration''' (April | *'''Phase 3: Exploration''' (15 April - 28 April) | ||
**The bubble of playable space was expanded to 50ly, allowing players to visit unexplored planets and test the "[[First Footfall]]" discovery mechanic. | **The bubble of playable space was expanded to 50ly, allowing players to visit unexplored planets and test the "[[First Footfall]]" discovery mechanic. | ||
**The [[Artemis Suit]] could be purchased. | **The [[Artemis Suit]] could be purchased. | ||
**The [[Genetic Sampler]] tool was enabled, allowing [[Exobiologist|exobiology]] gameplay. | **The [[Genetic Sampler]] tool was enabled, allowing [[Exobiologist|exobiology]] gameplay. | ||
*'''Phase 4: Compatibility''' (April | *'''Phase 4: Compatibility''' (28 April - 5 May) | ||
**A snapshot of players' main commander profiles taken on April 23, 2021 was added to the alpha. Players had access to their owned ships and funds. Normal ship transfer costs and wait times were reduced so players could transfer their ships into the playable 50ly zone. | **A snapshot of players' main commander profiles taken on April 23, 2021 was added to the alpha. Players had access to their owned ships and funds. Normal ship transfer costs and wait times were reduced so players could transfer their ships into the playable 50ly zone. | ||
**All base game features were enabled to test their compatibility with ''Odyssey'' features. [[Drake-Class Carrier|Fleet Carriers]] were enabled belatedly on April 30. | **All base game features were enabled to test their compatibility with ''Odyssey'' features. [[Drake-Class Carrier|Fleet Carriers]] were enabled belatedly on April 30. | ||
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=== Consoles === | === Consoles === | ||
Development of the console version of Odyssey was officially cancelled on March | Development of the console version of Odyssey was officially cancelled on 10 March 2022.<ref name="Console Update">[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/console-update.600233/ Frontier Forums: Console Update]</ref> This means Odyssey will not be released on old-gen consoles. | ||
The PlayStation 4 and Xbox One have the Legacy version (v3.8 Game Client) of the game. This legacy version received no further updates (narrative and gameplay) since the end of the Azimuth Saga. Ships that were released afterward are unavailable on consoles. | The PlayStation 4 and Xbox One have the Legacy version (v3.8 Game Client) of the game. This legacy version received no further updates (narrative and gameplay) since the end of the Azimuth Saga. Ships that were released afterward are unavailable on consoles. | ||
The new ships are only available in Live mode (v4.0 Game client) of ED. These ships are available with only the base game and optionally the Odyssey expansion. Upon the initial release of new ships such as the [[Python Mk II]] and the [[Type-8]], players can buy 3-months early-access for [[ARX]]. After 3 months the standard editions of these ships will be available for free for all players with the base game (v4.0+). | The new ships are only available in Live mode (v4.0 Game client) of ED. These ships are available with only the base game and optionally the Odyssey expansion. Upon the initial release of new ships such as the [[Mandalay]], [[Python Mk II]] and the [[Type-8]], players can buy 3-months early-access for [[ARX]]. After 3 months the standard editions of these ships will be available for free for all players with the base game (v4.0+). | ||
=== Migration to PC === | === Migration to PC === | ||
On May | On 4 May 2022, Frontier confirmed that players can copy their profiles from console to PC. This process was time limited and optional with a specific date. <ref name=":10">[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/console-profile-transfers-and-2022-updates.603032/ Frontier Forums: Console Profile Transfers and 2022 Updates]</ref> PlayStation 4 and Xbox One players can apply for an account copy and transfer to the PC version of the live base game. The console version remains playable. This migration to PC is possible via the [https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/the-console-profile-transfer-portal-information.615343/ Console Profile Transfer Portal].<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/the-console-profile-transfer-portal-information.615343/ The Console Profile Transfer Portal | Information] - 23 March 2023 - Frontier Forums</ref> However, sometimes this portal is unavailable. | ||
=== Windows 7 === | === Windows 7 === | ||
On August | On 17 August 2022, compatibility with Windows 7 was cancelled in order to ''"continue focus on providing the best experience for the more commonly used systems."''<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/windows-7-compatibility.606995/ Frontier Forums: Windows 7 Compatibility] - August 17, 2022</ref> | ||
=== Post-Odyssey === | === Post-Odyssey === | ||
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==Development== | ==Development== | ||
[[File:ED-Odyssey-base-arrive-concept.jpg|thumb|250px|Base arrive concept art]] | [[File:ED-Odyssey-base-arrive-concept.jpg|thumb|250px|Base arrive concept art]] | ||
Development of ''Odyssey'' started in August 2018 and was officially announced on 3 June 2020.<ref name="Odyssey" /> | Development of ''Odyssey'' started in August 2018 and was officially announced on 3 June 2020.<ref name="Odyssey" /> ''Odyssey's'' internal codename was "Watson".<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/EliteDangerous/comments/gxx6qk/seeming_confirmation_that_the_leak_was_about/ reddit: Seeming Confirmation That 'The Leak' Was About Odyssey]</ref> | ||
On 15 November 2019 Frontier described the new era of Elite in a Trading Statement and Roadmap Update: | On 15 November 2019 Frontier described the new era of Elite in a Trading Statement and Roadmap Update: | ||
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[[File:ED-Odyssey-bar-area-concept.jpg|thumb|250px|Bar concept art]] | [[File:ED-Odyssey-bar-area-concept.jpg|thumb|250px|Bar concept art]] | ||
Frontier said on 1 March 2019:''"Back in August (2018), we mentioned that the team had begun work on the next major era of Elite. We believe this will be a defining moment in the history of the game and it will be our biggest update yet."''<ref name=":5" / | Frontier said on 1 March 2019:''"Back in August (2018), we mentioned that the team had begun work on the next major era of Elite. We believe this will be a defining moment in the history of the game and it will be our biggest update yet."''<ref name=":5" /> | ||
''"In that post, we explained that the content was still very early in development, so we won’t be ready to announce it for a while. To give this more context, in order to realise the ambition for this update, and the size and scope of the content we wish to bring to the Elite Dangerous galaxy, we estimate this major milestone will be ready by the latter half of 2020."''<ref name=":5" /> | ''"In that post, we explained that the content was still very early in development, so we won’t be ready to announce it for a while. To give this more context, in order to realise the ambition for this update, and the size and scope of the content we wish to bring to the Elite Dangerous galaxy, we estimate this major milestone will be ready by the latter half of 2020."''<ref name=":5" /> | ||
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''"As development progresses, we will share more news and announcements on features, as well as timelines regarding this upcoming content for Elite. We can understand that having a long wait for news can be frustrating, but we truly believe that this will be the single most impactful update for our community. Having a development team dedicated to this milestone is our continued and unwavering commitment to making Elite Dangerous the most authentic, ambitious, and expansive evolving space game in the world."''<ref name=":5" /> | ''"As development progresses, we will share more news and announcements on features, as well as timelines regarding this upcoming content for Elite. We can understand that having a long wait for news can be frustrating, but we truly believe that this will be the single most impactful update for our community. Having a development team dedicated to this milestone is our continued and unwavering commitment to making Elite Dangerous the most authentic, ambitious, and expansive evolving space game in the world."''<ref name=":5" /> | ||
On October | On 22 October 2019, Community Manager Will Flanagan said: ''"The team have been hard at work on the next major milestone, which you may remember we mentioned back in March as our next major paid addition to the game. They’re making fantastic progress and on schedule for release by the end of next year. We are very excited to show you what we’ve been working on. However, we can only announce the content when it’s at the right stage of development, we estimate this will be ready to talk about at some time in summer 2020, after the Fleet Carriers update. We appreciate there is a bit of a wait, but we want to make sure it is ready to be shown before making our full official announcement to the world."''<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/community-update-22-10.527123/ Frontier Forums: Community Update (22/10)]</ref> | ||
On 3 June 2020, less than a week before the release of the [[Fleet Carriers Update]], a trailer for the expansion containing in-engine pre-alpha footage and revealing its name as ''Elite Dangerous: Odyssey'' was accidentally uploaded to the official ''Elite Dangerous'' YouTube channel. Although the trailer was swiftly removed, copies of it were captured and uploaded by fans, and Frontier Developments eventually decided to advance their announcement plans and reveal ''Odyssey'' the same day.<ref name="Odyssey" /> | On 3 June 2020, less than a week before the release of the [[Fleet Carriers Update]], a trailer for the expansion containing in-engine pre-alpha footage and revealing its name as ''Elite Dangerous: Odyssey'' was accidentally uploaded to the official ''Elite Dangerous'' YouTube channel. Although the trailer was swiftly removed, copies of it were captured and uploaded by fans, and Frontier Developments eventually decided to advance their announcement plans and reveal ''Odyssey'' the same day.<ref name="Odyssey" /> | ||
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Frontier Developments released a series of updates and hotfixes in the weeks after the ''Odyssey'' launch to correct the large number of issues reported by players, and address feedback about ways to improve ''Odyssey'' features and changes.<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/odyssey-optimisation-performance-and-ui-galaxy-system-map-feedback.578093/ Frontier Forums: Optimisation/Performance and UI Feedback]</ref><ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/EliteDangerous/comments/npcz7y/what_obsidian_ants_video_gets_right_and_this/ reddit: What Obsidian Ant's Video Gets Right, and this community gets wrong.]</ref> A roadmap of patches was provided for the month of June 2021, ending with Update 5.<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/elite-dangerous-odyssey-roadmap.580527/ Frontier Forums: Elite Dangerous | Odyssey: Roadmap]</ref> From there, Frontier planned to turn its focus to the rollout of ''Odyssey'' on consoles, but would continue to provide improvements to the PC version.<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/development-update-1.584162/ Frontier Forums: Development Update 1 - June]</ref> | Frontier Developments released a series of updates and hotfixes in the weeks after the ''Odyssey'' launch to correct the large number of issues reported by players, and address feedback about ways to improve ''Odyssey'' features and changes.<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/odyssey-optimisation-performance-and-ui-galaxy-system-map-feedback.578093/ Frontier Forums: Optimisation/Performance and UI Feedback]</ref><ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/EliteDangerous/comments/npcz7y/what_obsidian_ants_video_gets_right_and_this/ reddit: What Obsidian Ant's Video Gets Right, and this community gets wrong.]</ref> A roadmap of patches was provided for the month of June 2021, ending with Update 5.<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/elite-dangerous-odyssey-roadmap.580527/ Frontier Forums: Elite Dangerous | Odyssey: Roadmap]</ref> From there, Frontier planned to turn its focus to the rollout of ''Odyssey'' on consoles, but would continue to provide improvements to the PC version.<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/development-update-1.584162/ Frontier Forums: Development Update 1 - June]</ref> | ||
On July | On 12 July 2021, Frontier reiterated its post-launch priorities for ''Odyssey'', explaining that they had decided to focus on further improvements to the PC version, and push the console release back indefinitely until the PC version had reached an acceptable state. More patches for the PC version were planned for the remainder of 2021, beginning with Update 6.<ref name="Forwards">[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/odyssey-going-forwards.585652/ Frontier Forums: Odyssey Going Forwards]</ref> It was confirmed on 26 July that beginning with Update 6, small content additions and gameplay changes were also planned for future ''Odyssey'' updates.<ref name="July2" /> | ||
*[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/elite-dangerous-odyssey-update-1.578613/ Odyssey Update 1] | *[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/elite-dangerous-odyssey-update-1.578613/ Odyssey Update 1] | ||
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**[https://www.elitedangerous.com/update-notes/4-0-18-05 Update 18.05] | **[https://www.elitedangerous.com/update-notes/4-0-18-05 Update 18.05] | ||
**[https://www.elitedangerous.com/update-notes/4-0-18-06 Update 18.06] | **[https://www.elitedangerous.com/update-notes/4-0-18-06 Update 18.06] | ||
**[https://www.elitedangerous.com/update-notes/4-0-18-07 Update 18.07] | |||
**[https://www.elitedangerous.com/update-notes/4-0-18-08 Type-8 Update (18.08)] | |||
**[https://www.elitedangerous.com/update-notes/4-0-18-09 Update 18.09] | |||
*[https://www.elitedangerous.com/update-notes/4-0-19-0 Elite Dangerous: Ascendancy] (19.0) | |||
*[https://www.elitedangerous.com/update-notes/4-0-19-03 Cobra Mk V] (19.03) | |||
===Developer Updates and clarification posts=== | ===Developer Updates and clarification posts=== | ||
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*[https://www.elitedangerous.com/news/python-mk-ii-updates-gamestore Python Mk II & Updates to the Gamestore] - April 2024 | *[https://www.elitedangerous.com/news/python-mk-ii-updates-gamestore Python Mk II & Updates to the Gamestore] - April 2024 | ||
*[https://www.elitedangerous.com/news/engineering-and-pre-built-ships Engineering and Pre-Built Ships] - April 2024 | *[https://www.elitedangerous.com/news/engineering-and-pre-built-ships Engineering and Pre-Built Ships] - April 2024 | ||
*[https://www.elitedangerous.com/news/powerplay-20-qa Powerplay 2.0 Q&A] - September 2024 | |||
*[https://www.elitedangerous.com/update-notes/4-0-19-0 ED: Ascendancy, Powerplay 2] - October 2024 | |||
===Console Profile Transfer Portal=== | ===Console Profile Transfer Portal=== | ||
The introduction of Live and Legacy modes required the developers to [https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/console-profile-copy-process-live-now.608037/ pause the Console Profile Transfer Portal] in November 2022. However, the portal to transfer console Commander profiles (PlayStation and Xbox) to PC will be reopened on 3 April 2023.<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/the-console-profile-transfer-portal-information.615343/ Frontier Forums: The Console Profile Transfer Portal | Information] - March 23, 2023</ref> This [https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/the-console-profile-transfer-portal.615343/ forum post] shows which elements of a console profile will be transferred.<ref name=":1">[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/update-15-the-upcoming-feature-rework-and-more.615342/ Frontier Forums: Update 15, the Upcoming Feature Rework and More]</ref> The [https://user.frontierstore.net/user/transfer/login-origin Console Profile Transfer Portal Re-Opened] on April | The introduction of Live and Legacy modes required the developers to [https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/console-profile-copy-process-live-now.608037/ pause the Console Profile Transfer Portal] in November 2022. However, the portal to transfer console Commander profiles (PlayStation and Xbox) to PC will be reopened on 3 April 2023.<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/the-console-profile-transfer-portal-information.615343/ Frontier Forums: The Console Profile Transfer Portal | Information] - March 23, 2023</ref> This [https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/the-console-profile-transfer-portal.615343/ forum post] shows which elements of a console profile will be transferred.<ref name=":1">[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/update-15-the-upcoming-feature-rework-and-more.615342/ Frontier Forums: Update 15, the Upcoming Feature Rework and More]</ref> The [https://user.frontierstore.net/user/transfer/login-origin Console Profile Transfer Portal Re-Opened] on 3 April 2023. | ||
==Roadmap== | ==Roadmap== | ||
[[File:ED Odyssey Roadmap 2022.png|thumb|Odyssey Roadmap for 2022]] | [[File:ED Odyssey Roadmap 2022.png|thumb|Odyssey Roadmap for 2022]] | ||
On May | On 4 May 2022, Frontier released a top-level roadmap for 2022. The three focuses are launching the next phase of the narrative, stability and optimisation with 3 updates. Within the narrative, human space balances on the precipice as tension mounts within the bubble. The Azimuth Saga will conclude in a grand finale event, the consequences of which will mark the beginning of the next stage of the Elite story in Update 14. Meanwhile, updates 12 and 13 will largely focus on quality-of-life changes, stability and optimisation. Work has also begun on a major feature overhaul for 2023 that will be discussed later this year. Additional game content will be revealed once it is confirmed.<ref name=":10" />[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/update-15-the-upcoming-feature-rework-and-more.615342/] | ||
[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/update-15-the-upcoming-feature-rework-and-more.615342/] | |||
==Performance== | ==Performance== | ||
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==Mods== | ==Mods== | ||
Check the [[Graphics Mods|graphics mods]] if you want to increase the planetary and space details beyond the highest | Check the [[Graphics Mods|graphics mods]] if you want to increase the planetary and space details beyond the highest in-game settings. | ||
==VR == | ==VR == | ||
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== Notes== | == Notes== | ||
* Contrary to alleged leaks and rumours,<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/roadmap-leaked.509196/ Frontier Forums: Roadmap leaked??]</ref> ''Odyssey'' does not include the ability explore the interior of one's ship on foot,<ref name=":6 | * Contrary to alleged leaks and rumours,<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/roadmap-leaked.509196/ Frontier Forums: Roadmap leaked??]</ref> ''Odyssey'' does not include the ability explore the interior of one's ship on foot,<ref name=":6" /> | ||
* | *Access to the alpha and full version of Odyssey are included in the [[Lifetime Expansion Pass]].<ref name=":2" /> | ||
*Players experiencing problems with installing or activating the Odyssey expansion should check [https://customersupport.frontier.co.uk/hc/en-us/sections/360005732320-Purchasing-and-Technical-Support Frontier Support]. | *Players experiencing problems with installing or activating the Odyssey expansion should check [https://customersupport.frontier.co.uk/hc/en-us/sections/360005732320-Purchasing-and-Technical-Support Frontier Support]. | ||
==Vehicles== | ==Vehicles== | ||
These are the vehicles that were added with Odyssey and updates: | |||
===Ground Vehicles=== | ===Ground Vehicles=== | ||
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===Spacecraft=== | ===Spacecraft=== | ||
*Ships | *[[Ships]] | ||
** [[Cobra Mk V]] | |||
** [[Mandalay]] | |||
** [[Python Mk II]] | ** [[Python Mk II]] | ||
**[[Type-8]] | **[[Type-8 Transporter]] | ||
*[[Capital Ship|Capital ships]] | *[[Capital Ship|Capital ships]] | ||
**[[Drake-Class Carrier]] | **[[Drake-Class Carrier]] | ||
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File:Elite Dangerous Odyssey in 2024 | File:Elite Dangerous Odyssey in 2024 | ||
File:Elite Dangerous - Coming Up in 2024 - Frontier Unlocked | File:Elite Dangerous - Coming Up in 2024 - Frontier Unlocked | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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Elite-Dangerous-Odyssey-Logo-1.png|ED Odyssey trailer logo | Elite-Dangerous-Odyssey-Logo-1.png|ED Odyssey trailer logo | ||
Elite-Dangerous-Odyssey Key-Art.png|ED Odyssey key art | Elite-Dangerous-Odyssey Key-Art.png|ED Odyssey key art | ||
ED-Odyssey-Desert-Planet-Cobra-mk3.png|Desert planet and Cobra | ED-Odyssey-Desert-Planet-Cobra-mk3.png|Desert planet and Cobra Mk III | ||
ED-Odyssey-base-arrive-concept.jpg|Base arrive concept | ED-Odyssey-base-arrive-concept.jpg|Base arrive concept | ||
ED-Odyssey-bar-area-concept.jpg|Bar area concept | ED-Odyssey-bar-area-concept.jpg|Bar area concept | ||
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ED-Odyssey-Combat-2.png|Close combat | ED-Odyssey-Combat-2.png|Close combat | ||
ED-Odyssey-FPS-Combat.jpg|First person combat | ED-Odyssey-FPS-Combat.jpg|First person combat | ||
Concourse | Concourse Interior ED.jpg|Inside a Concourse | ||
Pioneer Suit Skin.png|The Pioneer Suit Skin bonus for pre-ordering Odyssey | Pioneer Suit Skin.png|The Pioneer Suit Skin bonus for pre-ordering Odyssey | ||
File:ED-SRV-Scorpion.png|Scorpion SRV | File:ED-SRV-Scorpion.png|Scorpion SRV | ||