The recent update to the Star Legion Alpha Demo includes significant changes to both player controls and to AI navigation.

Mouse Flight Controls

Players can now use the mouse to steer their ship in place of the A/D keys or left/right arrow keys. Keyboard controls can still be used and will take priority if used at the same time as the mouse. The new controls offer better control in combat and allow for finer course adjustments.

Improved AI Navigation

Changes have been made in the methods used by the AI to navigate to a desired heading. This has made the AI more efficient in reaching target destinations and more effective in combat. AI controlled ships will more directly hone in on other ships or the enemy space station.

Balance Changes

• Space Stations now have 10,000 hit points.
• Each team can now sustain 50 casualties.
• Fighters and frigates now have a slower rate of fire.
• Fighters and frigate now use more energy per shot.
• Cruisers will now attempt to engage ship-to-ship combat.
• AI players may choose to deploy a fighter or frigate even if a more powerful ship is available.