I've seen alot of posts in this thread, but I think maybe I shall chime in...
If you guys didn't already know, I think VSTEP is trying their hardest to make Ship Simulator realistic. Also VSTEP is the developer for Nautis Maritime Simulator, which is a bridge simulator used to train future mariners. Basically what Ship Simulator is is a denomination of Nautis, or vice versa depending on what was made first. Of course there not going to make it completely realistic, because that would keep the younger generation from buying it, which in retrospect would diminish sales. Every company needs to make a profit, and by whatever means possible. But some of those companies will do what they need to, not what they have to.
If you ask me I think VSTEP has been doing a fantastic job, and I think they're trying their best in order to fix these bugs and make Ship Simulator a better platform for everyone, not just the easily impressed. I still enjoy Ship Simulator, and I have been a fan since SS06, and there is nothing that's going to stop me from enjoying it. Not even if VSTEP threatens to sue because I enjoy it too much. And for all of those who are complaining, just drop it. You paid for the game, and enjoy it or not, it's a simulator designed not to please everyone, but to give us ship lovers and mariners the chance to be a captain, in the virtual world of course. So please don't complain, it may not be the best simulator, but it's one that's aimed at simulating ships and boats, so if you have been looking for a ship sim, but are unhappy with this game, well suck it up, beggers can't be choosers. I think that given a few years VSTEP will redeem itself and make Ship Simulator into it's prime, one that hopefully everyone can be happy with, or for some, atleast satisfied.
Best regards,
Carter