Galaxy

A Kubernetes-based multiplayer space game with realistic physics.

Overview

Galaxy simulates the Sol system with accurate orbital mechanics. Players pilot spacecraft using realistic propulsion and attitude control systems.

Initial Release Scope

Single player, single ship starting in Low Earth Orbit
Sol system: Sun, 8 planets, major moons
Realistic physics: N-body gravity, Tsiolkovsky rocket equation
Cockpit interface: First-person view with HUD
Admin controls: Time management, server monitoring

Specifications

Architecture

Services — Microservice breakdown, versioning, data persistence

Game Mechanics

Tick Processor — Physics model, coordinates, n-body simulation
Ships — Spacecraft specifications, propulsion, fuel
Players — Authentication, ship ownership
Web Client — Cockpit interface, HUD, controls
Administration — Server management, metrics

Development Approach

Specification-driven: Specs are source code, generated code is compiled output
Test-driven: Tests written before implementation
Immutable versions: Each service version generated once from spec