Open beta testing for the new layout

We have been working on a new layout for the game for the past few months and today we have opened the beta testing to the general public. Until now it was only available to our group of volunteers.

The new layout is expected to make the game more appealing, especially for new players. Although we all know Astro Empires is a highly additive game and that for hardcore players the graphical part is secondary to the gameplay, we also realize that for new players the initial impact will greatly influence their decision on whether to play the game or look elsewhere, and that graphics play a crucial part in this.

Obviously older players have not been forgotten in all this. The old layout will still be available and there will be "lighter" versions of the new skin, for those who prioritize simplicity and speed over more appealing graphics.

If you want to give the new layout a try, you'll need to change the skin on your account/display page to the new one (DeepSpace).

Please remember that this is still a beta version, so there may bugs in it and it can suffer changes. If you're not comfortable in using a beta version of a skin, I recommend you keep using the original layout until this one is fully launched.

To report bugs related to the new layout, please click here.

If you want to give your feedback or make suggestions for the new layout, please click here.