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Shortest Trip to Earth

Updated v1.4.4 + 2 DLC

Shortest Trip to Earth is a space survival simulation where you command a starship on a perilous journey toward Earth. You manage resources, upgrade your vessel, and navigate dangerous sectors filled with alien encounters and unpredictable events. Every decision impacts your survival as you balance crew morale, ship integrity, and supply levels while facing random threats and opportunities across the galaxy.

Adventure Simulation Strategy
Shortest Trip to Earth
Release Date:
Platform:
Windows (7, 8, 10, 11)
Developer:
Interactive Fate
Publisher:
Iceberg Interactive
About this game

Shortest Trip to Earth Overview

From the writer of “Teleglitch: Die More Edition” comes Shortest Trip to Earth, a roguelike spaceship simulator featuring exploration, ship management, game-influencing decision-making and real-time tactical battles.

Onboard combat against hostile intruders is a messy business

Explore a detailed and deadly universe

Embark on a perilous journey through a procedurally generated universe and explore massive space sectors crawling with exotic lifeforms. Engage in action-packed tactical combat against hostile ships, boarding parties and inter-dimensional space monsters.

Each ship comes with its own strengths and weaknesses

Master the art of survival by customising your ship with modular components and perks. Choose from a range of spaceships and manage life within your vessel – from crew, pets and drones to ship modules and weapons. Shape your journey through hundreds of multiple-choice events, featuring unique hand-drawn illustrations.

A selection of crew types

Shortest Trip to Earth features unforgiving permadeath, but you can unlock perks to increase the odds of survival on your next run.

Key Features

  • Master the art of survival in unexplored space!
  • Traverse a procedurally generated universe full of intrigue
  • Ship customisation & crew management
  • Epic real-time tactical space battles
  • Onboard combat, featuring hostile intruders, drones and battle-hardened pets
  • Hundreds of random events with unique outcomes
  • Uncover fascinating and exotic stories from across the universe
Can Your PC Run It?

System Requirements

Minimum:
  • System: Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10 - 64 bit
  • Processor: Intel Core i3 or equivalent
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Intel HD4400 or dedicated DX11 GPU (1280x720)
  • DirectX: DirectX 11
  • Storage: 500 MB available space
  • Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Easy Install and Play

Instructions

  1. Click the download button. You can also select a previous version if available.
  2. You’ll be redirected to Vidgazoo. Wait 5 seconds, then directly click the button or copy the link.
    • Make sure you have a supported download client installed (it’s free here) before downloading.
  3. Once the download process reaches 100%, locate the downloaded files.
    • Get ready for installation and make sure you have enough disk space for the game.
  4. To Install DRM-free Shortest Trip to Earth:
    • Run or double-click setup_shortest_trip_to_earth_********.exe to launch the installer.
    • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
    • If a DLC folder is included, run any .exe files inside it as well.
  5. Once the installation is complete, launch the game and start playing.

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