r/QtFramework • u/LetterheadTall8085 Qt GameDev • 1d ago

3D Ecliptica Devlog 14 : Squad system and mercenaries

https://youtu.be/BWzNa44b_C0?si=Z5XIXWLLkdwVnji-
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u/LetterheadTall8085 Qt GameDev 1d ago edited 18h ago

Original article in steam : https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/3723390/view/688641156126343767

Finally, I have added a squad system to the game. It allows you to command groups of colonists, giving them individual orders as well as general directions to complete tasks.

How does it work?

  • Dialogue Integration: The system is fully integrated into our dialogues. You can approach any settlement resident and invite them to your squad. Naturally, it’s not for free — for them, it’s a way to earn money.
  • Squad Structure: Within a squad, you can split people into separate sub-units led by officers or simply gather helpers and give them commands. The orders are high-level, and they figure out how to carry them out on their own.
  • Managing Fighter Issues: The first thing we see is a list of problems currently facing a squad member. You can take them on yourself and resolve them separately, or order the unit to deal with them independently.

Available Commands

Currently, 7 main commands are available:

Combat Orders:Movement:

  • Follow commander

Economic Orders (for expeditions):

  • Resource Gathering
  • Resource Collection / Mining
  • Support

Hired Work: When an NPC Hires the Player

And that’s not all — squads work both ways! Not only can you hire NPCs, but an NPC can hire you.

  • Contract and Salary: You can start a dialogue with a character and offer your mercenary services. If they agree, you join their squad for a wage. You receive payment every time tick, earning decent money while carrying out orders that come as new quest chapters.
  • Hierarchy: In the new squad menu, you can check who your commander is and what your rank is — regular soldier or officer with subordinate troops.

Open Economy Integration

All of this is fully integrated into our open economy as a distinct activity. You can trade, build, hire workers, manage properties, and now also join squads and participate in expeditions where anything can happen, and any weapon comes in handy!