About FTL: Advanced Edition
FTL: Advanced Edition is a spaceship simulation and roguelike strategy game where you command a crew through a randomly generated galaxy. Every jump presents a new challenge, and every decision matters—will you fortify your defenses, upgrade your weapons, or send a boarding party to seize an enemy vessel? The Advanced Edition expands the original experience with new ships, systems, an additional alien race, and a wider arsenal of weapons and drones that open up fresh tactical avenues.
With narrative contributions from accomplished writers and an atmospheric soundtrack, FTL: Advanced Edition immerses you in a tense quest to save the galaxy. It's ideal for fans of strategy and space adventures who want to test their command skills against the cosmos. This version (v1.6.13b) is delivered as a direct GOG installer—one click install and play—and weighs in at 254.43 MB.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Version | 1.6 |
| File Size | 254.43 MB |
| OS | Windows |
| Category | DRM-Free PC Games |
| License | Free |
| Developer | GOG Unlocked |
Download FTL: Advanced Edition (v1.6.13b) – 254.43 MB
Key Features
- Randomly generated galaxy: Each playthrough unfolds across a unique star map, so no two runs are alike.
- Strategic crew management: Assign crew members to stations, repair systems, and repel boarders in real time.
- Advanced Edition content: New ships, new systems, an additional alien race, and expanded weapons and drones.
- Roguelike structure: Permadeath and resource scarcity make every decision consequential.
- Narrative and atmosphere: Story contributions from renowned writers and an immersive soundtrack.
- Direct GOG installer: One click install and play, with no additional client required.
Pros & Cons
- Pros:
- Deep tactical gameplay with high replay value thanks to procedural generation.
- The Advanced Edition adds substantial content over the base game.
- Lightweight download (254.43 MB) and modest system requirements.
- DRM-free distribution via a direct GOG installer.
- Cons:
- The roguelike difficulty can be punishing for newcomers; success often requires repeated attempts.
- Runs are designed to be restarted frequently, which may frustrate players who prefer persistent progression.
- Minimum resolution of 1280 x 720 is required; integrated Intel HD graphics are known to work but are not officially supported.
Gameplay and Strategy
In FTL: Advanced Edition, you control a single ship and its crew as you traverse the galaxy. Combat is real-time but can be paused, giving you time to target enemy systems, manage power distribution, and reposition your crew. You'll balance shields, engines, weapons, and life support while deciding whether to fight, flee, or negotiate. The Advanced Edition introduces new systems—such as mind control and hacking—that add layers to your tactical options. Boarding parties let you send crew onto enemy ships to disable systems from within, but that strategy leaves your own vessel vulnerable.
The game's roguelike nature means you'll often start over, but each run teaches you more about enemy patterns, weapon synergies, and crew management. The random galaxy ensures that you can't rely on a single winning strategy; adaptability is key. With the additional alien race and new ships, you have more starting options and more ways to approach each sector.
System Requirements
- Windows 7 / 8.1 / 10
- 2.0 GHz processor
- 1 GB RAM
- 3D graphics card with 128MB RAM and OpenGL 2.0 support
- 175MB HDD
- Minimum resolution of 1280 x 720. Integrated Intel HD graphics cards have been known to work but are not officially supported.
Installation Instructions
- Click the Download button below and you will be redirected to UploadHaven.
- Wait 5 seconds and click on the blue 'download now' button. We recommend using a download manager for faster download speeds. (You can use FDM which is free here, or any other download manager).
- Once the game is finished downloading, right click the .zip file and click on "Extract to FTL: Advanced Edition v1.6.13b.zip" (To do this you will need 7-Zip, which you can get here, or you can use the built in windows extractor).
- Double click inside the FTL: Advanced Edition v1.6.13b folder and run the setup application. Accept the EULA, and install the game. Then, launch the game through the desktop shortcut.
Version Freshness and Trust Signals
This listing reflects version 1.6 of FTL: Advanced Edition, with a file size of 254.43 MB. The download is provided by GOG Unlocked as a direct installer. You can verify the version number in the installer filename and in the game's main menu after installation. Because this is a DRM-free build, no online activation is required; you install and play offline.
The installer is distributed as a .zip archive. Always download from the official link provided on this page and avoid third-party mirrors, as they may bundle unwanted software. After downloading, you can check the file size against the listed 254.43 MB to confirm the download completed correctly. The game's system requirements are modest, so it should run on most Windows 7, 8.1, or 10 machines with a 2.0 GHz processor and 1 GB of RAM.
If you enjoy this game and want to support the developers, you can purchase it from GOG here. For other DRM-free titles, you might also enjoy DiRT 3 Complete Edition or Expeditions A MudRunner Game.
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Download FTL: Advanced Edition (v1.6.13b) – 254.43 MB
Reminder: This download is completely free and won't cost you a penny. However, if you love the game and want to purchase it, you can support the developers by doing so here.
Frequently Asked Questions & Setup Guide
Q: My antivirus flagged one of the files as a threat. Is this game safe?
A: Yes, all files on our site are 100% verified clean. Antivirus software may occasionally flag steam_api.dll or crack files as false positives due to modified game binaries. Temporarily whitelist the game directory before extracting.
Q: I get a missing DLL error (e.g., VCRUNTIME140.dll, MSVCP140.dll, or D3DCOMPILER). How do I fix it?
A: Missing DLL errors indicate missing Windows system libraries. Ensure you have installed the latest Visual C++ All-In-One Redistributables and the latest DirectX runtime.
Q: Where are my game save files located?
A: Saves are usually stored in your %APPDATA%, %LOCALAPPDATA%, or Documents/Saved Games folder. Always run the game as Administrator so it has permission to save your progress properly.
Q: Can I play online or multiplayer with friends?
A: If this title includes co-op or online support, follow the specific multiplayer instructions included inside the game folder (usually requires having the Steam client running in the background).
