CDF Starfighter VR
Released May 2017
CDF Starfighter VR Remastered is a VR space combat simulator that puts you in the cockpit of the CDF`s most advanced starfighters. Engage a variety of enemies in 4 different game modes and play the part of Lt. Rodgers in the extensive VR Campaign Mode.
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Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
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Steam $29.99
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Evaluation
CDF Starfighter VR originally launched in May 2017 and received a major overhaul in February 2020 with the release of the "Remastered" version, which was provided free to all existing owners. The remastered release brought a comprehensive engine upgrade, new cockpits, expanded headset support, and additional content.
In the February 2020 remastered launch post, the developer teased a "Rise of the Drii" campaign DLC for "this fall." However, no such DLC ever appeared — neither on the store nor in any subsequent news post. A March 2018 announcement also referenced a separate game called "Starfighter Chronicles" and an older July 2017 post announced a "SATS" DLC — neither of these materialized as released products tied to this game's store page. Given that the last developer communication (July 28, 2022 — update 1.8 adding Vive Index and WMR controller support) is nearly four years ago with no further posts, and that no DLC has ever been listed on the store, these earlier teasers appear to have been quietly abandoned.
The post-launch update history shows a pattern of improvement patches culminating in the 2020 remaster, with the final update on July 28, 2022 being a controller compatibility patch. There have been no developer communications of any kind since July 28, 2022 — well over three years of silence. There are no unreleased DLC listings on the store, no roadmap or outstanding commitments that remain credible given the length of silence, and no developer statement about future content since the abandoned "Rise of the Drii" teaser from 2020. The game appears to have reached its final state with update 1.8.
Evidence
Update 1.8 released, adding Vive Index/Knuckles and WMR controller support along with misc improvements. This is the last developer communication on record.
CDF Starfighter VR Remastered launched as a free update for all owners, with major engine upgrade, new cockpits, and content improvements. The post also teased a 'Rise of the Drii' campaign DLC for 'this fall.'
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Developer
Publisher
MadAboutGamesStudios
Achievements
47
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player
About this game
Now supporting Vive Index controllers and WMR Controllers!
**** THIS GAME IS FOR VR ONLY! ****
350 years in the future, we must unite and prepare to defeat a darkness which is about to consume our Galaxy. The extinction of the entire human race is almost upon us. We will depend on brave and skilled fighter pilots who have what it takes to join our elite forces and become a CDF Starfighter.
GAMEPLAY
CDF Starfighter is an exciting, fun, and beautifully detailed VR space combat simulator immersing players into the experience of a CDF star fighter pilot. Inspired by games such as Freespace, wing commander and star wars, CDF Starfighter focuses purely on space combat with a pick up and play control system. Concentrating on space combat simulation with a variety of missions and free flights to immerse you into the CDF Universe
Key Features :
- REMASTERED VERSION - everything just got a whole better on a galactic scale!
- Unique and functional living cockpits with a variety of displays, functions and VR uses.
- A diverse and immersive Campaign mode to put you into the role of a CDF Starfighter in the Pirate War.
- Six degrees of freedom with a unique pick up and play control system.
- Dog-fighting, space battles and much more with 70 missions between game modes.
- Free flight mode for VR explorers and those who opt for no pressure or combat.
- Designed for VR from the ground up for a feature packed immersive game and experience.
- Build to real scale for a more immersive and believable universe.
- Perks, Ship upgrades and much more in campaign mode.
- 6 Different unique role-specific playable Ships.
- Vast and beautiful locations from the CDF Universe.
- Challenging game-play.
- Prove your worth with player rankings, stats, medals, and more in scramble mode.
- CDF Database offering lore and information and lore on the Colonial defence force and its universe.
CDF Starfighter gives you the opportunity to become an elite starfighter pilot on an epic single-player adventure in the CDF universe. In the remastered version you will play through a variety of training simulations, battle simulations and challenges with put you at the forefront of the game and story as an elite CDF starfighter pilot. Each of the 4 game modes offers a huge amount of content and fun.
Campaign Mode
The Pirate War Campaign offers a story-driven and challenging 13-mission campaign. You take on the role of Lieutenant Rodgers who is posted to the CDF Churchill as the Pirate War starts. The campaign offers perks and fighter upgrades which can also be used in other game modes.
Simulation Mode
Simulation mode offers simulations and challenges and is designed to teach you the basics and give you practice in space battles and 7 diverse challenges. The Basic Training simulation must be completed in order to start a campaign.
Free Flight Mode
Free flight offers a no-pressure flight with no enemies or objectives. You can use any of the 6 playable ships and pick any location from the CDF universe (14 maps). This mode is ideally suited for VR explorers to try out and get practice in all the playable ships.
Scramble Mode
Scramble mode is instant action with stats, ranking, and unlockable ships. With just over 30 different missions you must get kills and win missions to rank up, gain perks for Campaign mode and earn medals. As you progress through the ranks the missions will get harder and turn into bigger space battles.
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Last evaluated Jun 27, 2026
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