Version 7.0.1 was released on January 22, 2007. Virtual Sailor was first released in 1999 and since then has seen 12 major release versions, with many minor updates released each year. A large variety of vessel types and scenery have been created by users and are available on fan sites and forums History Vessels may be controlled by keyboard, mouse or customisable game controllers. Weather and sea conditions are adjustable, enabling different levels of play. Unusual for a vehicle simulator, users of Virtual Sailor can roam the interiors of their ships. Control panels feature compass bearing, wind speed and direction, speed, rpm, fuel level, winch settings, sail settings, dependant on the vessel type. It is possible to create and edit vessel types and marine scenery. Racing against either AI or online competitors is possible, as is exploring, recreating voyages or naval combat. Players may control a variety of sail and motor powered vessels above and below the sea, interacting with other vessels, changing weather conditions, marine life and dynamic wave movements. Add-On Ships And Scenery Are Available.
Both the graphics and boat dynamics have been designed to be as realistic as possible, and the software also features multi-player capabilities. Virtual Sailor Created by Ilan Papini and published by Quality Simulations and Hangsim, is a shareware program which allows users to operate a wide variety of vessels (sail & powered) in world-wide locations. 1.1 Created by Ilan Papini and published by Quality Simulations and Hangsim, is a shareware program which allows users to operate a wide variety of vessels (sail & powered) in world-wide locations.You can also race against online users or against the computer. You can create and share your own ships and wildlife. When this happens, you will have to adjust the way you sail your boat.
The game has many features, such as the weather and sea conditions will change.
You are able to look around the ships interior, which is unusual for a simulator.
You can sail your ships from either inside the vessel or by a third person view of the ship. Virtual Sailor has a many vessels to choose from, ranging from a little sailing boat to massive battle ships, you can even navigate a submarine! You can control the ships by using your keyboard and / or mouse. It is very realistic, thanks to the graphics, dynamics and various features that it has. Virtual Sailor is a very realistic water navigation simulator, that allows you to operate a wide variety of ships in many different locations. Have you ever wanted to sail the seas, but couldn't afford a boat or get a license? Well, now you have an opportunity to try out your dream, with this simulator.