Engine Deleted By Ship Editor: Delete Hull Function.

Description

PC - Demo4 - DemoSteam version users have reported an issue where the engine is deleted when designing a ship in the ship editor. This deletion occurs when a hull segment is deleted that overlaps with the engine's hitbox. The deletion is not limited to the engine, as it also affects Hyperspace scoops and possibly other similar components. However, the deletion does not happen when deleting hulls in the "forbidden exhaust-area".

My engine got deleted when I designed a ship. (not deconstructed, not in storage). The deletion happened when I deleted a hull that overlapped then engine (hitbox). The deletion DOES happen in mirror-mode, including when deleting in the corresponding "non-engine" area. The deletion does NOT happen when deleting hulls in the "forbidden exhaust-area".

Flavour Affected

The issue is specific to the Steam version of the game.

Operating System

The issue has been reported on Windows operating systems.

Version

The issue is present in Alpha 14.

Is it something that used to work before?

Unfortunately, the user is unsure if this was a new issue introduced in the latest update or if it was a known issue that was previously fixed.

Expected Behavior

When deleting a hull segment, the expected behavior is that only the hull segment should be deleted. If an engine or similar component is in the way, it should either be deconstructed and deposited inside the ship or remain in space with blinking warning symbols. The engine should not vanish from existence, as this can leave the player stranded in a system where engines are not available for purchase or are too expensive to replace.

Actual Behavior

However, the actual behavior is that when deleting a hull segment that overlaps with the engine's hitbox, the engine is also deleted. This means that the engine is removed from the ship and cannot be recovered.

Repro Steps

To reproduce the issue, follow these steps:

• Build an engine.
• Go to the ship editor.
• Place a hull segment inside the engine's hitbox.
• Delete the hull segment and watch as the engine vanishes from existence.

Why is this a problem?

The deletion of the engine can cause significant problems for the player. If the engine is deleted, the player may be left stranded in a system where engines are not available for purchase or are too expensive to replace. This can lead to a loss of progress and a frustrating experience.

What can be done to fix this issue?

To fix this issue, the game developers can modify the ship editor to prevent the deletion of engines when deleting hull segments. Instead, the engine should be deconstructed and deposited inside the ship or remain in space with blinking warning symbols. This will ensure that the player's progress is not lost and that they can continue playing without interruption.

Conclusion

Q: What is the issue with the ship editor deleting the engine?

A: The issue is that when deleting a hull segment that overlaps with the engine's hitbox, the engine is also deleted. This means that the engine is removed from the ship and cannot be recovered.

Q: Why is this a problem?

A: The deletion of the engine can cause significant problems for the player. If the engine is deleted, the player may be left stranded in a system where engines are not available for purchase or are too expensive to replace. This can lead to a loss of progress and a frustrating experience.

Q: What are the repro steps to reproduce the issue?

A: To reproduce the issue, follow these steps:

• Build an engine.
• Go to the ship editor.
• Place a hull segment inside the engine's hitbox.
• Delete the hull segment and watch as the engine vanishes from existence.

Q: Is this issue specific to the Steam version of the game?

A: Yes, the issue has been reported on the Steam version of the game.

Q: What operating systems have been affected by this issue?

A: The issue has been reported on Windows operating systems.

Q: What version of the game is affected by this issue?

A: The issue is present in Alpha 14.

Q: Is this a new issue or was it a known issue that was previously fixed?

A: Unfortunately, the user is unsure if this was a new issue introduced in the latest update or if it was a known issue that was previously fixed.

Q: What is the expected behavior when deleting a hull segment?

A: The expected behavior is that only the hull segment should be deleted. If an engine or similar component is in the way, it should either be deconstructed and deposited inside the ship or remain in space with blinking warning symbols.

Q: What can be done to fix this issue?

A: To fix this issue, the game developers can modify the ship editor to prevent the deletion of engines when deleting hull segments. Instead, the engine should be deconstructed and deposited inside the ship or remain in space with blinking warning symbols.

Q: How can I report this issue to the game developers?

A: You can report this issue to the game developers through their official support channels, such as their website or social media pages.

Q: Will this issue be fixed in the next update?

A: Unfortunately, there is no guarantee that this issue will be fixed in the next update. However, by reporting the issue and providing repro steps, you can help the game developers to identify and fix the problem.

Q: What can I do if I encounter this issue?

A: If you encounter this issue, you can try to recover your progress by reloading a previous save or by using a backup of your game data. However, this may not always be possible, and you may lose some progress.

Q: Can I get compensation for the loss of progress?

A: Unfortunately, there is no guarantee that you will receive compensation for the loss of progress. However, you can try to contact the game developers to see if they can offer any assistance or compensation.

Q: How can I prevent this issue from happening in the future?

A: To prevent this issue from happening in future, you can try to avoid deleting hull segments that overlap with engines or similar components. Alternatively, you can try to use a different method to delete the hull segment, such as using a different tool or a different approach.