Starbound Timeline ( Real )

development
2011

Start of Starbound Development

The development of Starbound began by Chucklefish, marking the initial phase of creating the game.

announcement
March 15, 2012

Starbound Announcement

Chucklefish officially announced Starbound to the public, revealing details and generating community interest.

release
December 4, 2013

Alpha Release of Starbound

Starbound entered alpha phase and became available for early access purchase, allowing players to play and provide feedback.

release
July 22, 2016

Public Beta Release

Starbound was updated to beta status, featuring new content and refinements based on community feedback.

release
July 22, 2016

Official Full Release of Starbound

The official full version 1.0 of Starbound was released, marking the completion of major development and full gameplay availability.

update
2016-2019

Post-Release Content Updates

Chucklefish continued to update Starbound with free content, bug fixes, and quality of life improvements post-launch.

Starbound Timeline ( Fictional )

political_event
Year 0 AE (After Exodus)

Creation of the Stellar Federation

The Stellar Federation is established to maintain peace and order in the galaxy among various races.

historical_event
Year 0 AE

The Exodus

Ancient civilizations begin a mass migration to other star systems to escape a cataclysm on their homeworlds.

species_origin
Approximately 500 AE

Formation of the Novakid Race

The Novakid, a species of sentient starborn beings, come into existence in the galaxy.

cultural_event
700 AE

Warrior Prophet Era

The apex of the Floran civilization’s warrior culture, notable for numerous tribal conflicts and expansion.

major_conflict
1250 AE

The Ruin Rises

The ancient evil known as The Ruin awakens after centuries of slumber beneath the galaxy, threatening all life.

scientific_event
1300 AE

Stabilization of the Core Atlas

The Core Atlas stabilizes, maintaining the galaxy’s gravitational and quantum balance.

political_event
1350 AE

Founding of the Outpost

The Stellar Federation Outpost is founded as a hub for explorers, traders, and adventurers across the galaxy.

technology_event
1400 AE

Development of Mech Technology

Advanced mech technologies become prevalent among various races for exploration and combat.

player_event
Year 1402 AE

Player Character’s Journey Begins

The player’s character begins their quest after their spaceship is destroyed by the Stellar Federation.

major_conflict
1405 AE

Rebellion Against the Ruin

Galactic civilizations unite to fight against the spreading influence and corruption of The Ruin.