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Kerbal Space Program
Indie
Simulation
Single-player
Steam Trading Cards
Steam Workshop
Partial Controller Support
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

In Kerbal Space Program, take charge of the space program for the alien race known as the Kerbals. You have access to an array of parts to assemble fully-functional spacecraft that flies (or doesn’t) based on realistic aerodynamic and orbital physics.

Developers: Squad
Publishers: Private Division
Release Date: 27 Apr, 2015
Price (USD): 36,99€
Current Players: 4.8k

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Overwhelmingly Positive(96%)
realism
educational value
modding community
satisfying challenge
orbital mechanics
graphics
difficulty
sandbox mode
poor tutorial
bugs
learning curve
career mode
The game is praised for its realism, educational value, and modding potential, which enhance the experience tremendously. However, learning the game can be challenging due to its complexity and poor tutorial support, and some users face bugs and crashes that can disrupt gameplay. The steep learning curve is a common theme, with some finding it rewarding while others find it frustrating. Overall, the sentiment is highly positive among those who appreciate the game's depth and challenge.

Positive Points

  • Many players praise the game's realism in space simulation and the use of real orbital mechanics.
  • The game has a significant educational value, helping players learn concepts like rocket science and physics.
  • Mods enhance the gameplay experience, making it visually appealing and adding more features.
  • The community and modding community are highly appreciated for their contribution to the game's experience.
  • The game offers a satisfying challenge with a steep learning curve that is rewarding once mastered.

    • Negative Points

  • Some users report issues with learning the game due to its complexity and poor tutorial support.
  • There are complaints about bugs and occasional game crashes that can disrupt the experience.
  • A few players mention dissatisfaction with the career mode, which they find broken or not as engaging.

    • Mixed Points

  • The graphics are seen as both good enough for the time of release but lacking compared to modern standards unless enhanced with mods.
  • The game's difficulty level is appreciated by some for the challenge but can be frustrating for others who struggle with the steep learning curve.

    • Common Themes

  • The character Jebediah Kerman appears frequently, often involved in humorous stories about space missions gone wrong.
  • Players often mention the trial-and-error nature of gameplay, which involves building and launching rockets that often crash before success is achieved.
  • Many reviews compare the game favorably to its sequel, KSP2, and advise against purchasing the latter.
  • Players enjoy experimenting with rocket designs and exploring the creativity that the sandbox mode allows.
    • Updated 5/6/2026, 12:01:03 AM UTC
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