SpaceEngine is a groundbreaking 1:1 scale universe simulator that allows you to explore the cosmos in stunning detail. With billions of galaxies, stars, planets, and more at your fingertips, the game offers an unprecedented look at the universe’s vastness and complexity.
Core Features
- Realistic Scale & Detail: Explore the universe at its true scale, with billions of galaxies, nebulae, stars, and planets represented in precise detail.
- Seamless Exploration: Travel effortlessly between objects, from the surface of Earth to distant galaxies, with no loading screens or transitions.
- Advanced Physics: Realistic simulations of celestial mechanics, including Newtonian physics for spacecraft, orbital motion, and atmospheric flight models.
- Procedural Generation: Procedurally generated stars, planets, and galaxies with detailed textures and physical properties.
- Time Manipulation: Accelerate, decelerate, or reverse time to witness the dynamic movements and changes of celestial bodies.
Astronomy & Graphics
- Celestial Objects: Includes detailed representations of galaxies, nebulae, stars, star clusters, planets, moons, asteroids, and comets, using data from catalogs and procedural generation for unexplored regions.
- High-Resolution Textures: Realistic 3D models with high-resolution textures, including data from space probes and procedurally generated surfaces.
- Visual Effects: Features realistic atmospheric scattering, eclipse shadows, auroras, comet tails, and light warping near black holes and neutron stars.
Controls & Interaction
- Navigation: Move freely through space with intuitive controls. Use “click and go” for quick travel or game-style controls for detailed exploration.
- Time Travel: Manage time flow to observe the evolution of celestial objects and events.
- Interactive Tutorials: Learn the controls and features through detailed guides and hands-on experience.
Virtual Reality
- VR Support: Compatible with HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, and Windows Mixed Reality. VR functionality is evolving, with partial support for controllers and immersive experiences.
Sound & Music
- Background Music: Original tracks by various artists, with context-sensitive playback to enhance the experience.
- Sound Effects: Development underway for sounds related to planetary environments and spacecraft.
Tools & Features
- Universe Map & Charts: Browse the cosmos using a scalable map and planetary system charts. Save, export, and share locations.
- Information Systems: Access detailed information about celestial objects through a built-in “Wiki” and view orbital paths and labels.
- Multi-Language Support: Available in multiple languages with ongoing localization efforts.
Modding & Community
- Custom Content: Create and import mods, including new celestial objects, spacecraft, and textures. The community actively shares custom models and add-ons.
- User Add-Ons: Import spacecraft designs from real and fictional sources, contributing to a vibrant modding community.
SpaceEngine offers an unparalleled experience for those interested in space exploration, from amateur stargazers to seasoned astronomers. With its realistic simulations, detailed graphics, and expansive universe, it provides a unique and immersive way to explore the cosmos.
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