Spaceflight Simulator Now In Early Access

I am sure that I’m not the only person who wanted to be an astronaut as a kid. Now, as an adult, I find the idea terrifying, considering how many things could (and probably would) go wrong. However, I find the concept of Spaceflight Simulator quite fascinating, and it is now available in Early Access for people to see for themselves.

Spaceflight Simulator is published by DryGin Studios and is being worked on by Developer Stefo Mai Morojna. Currently, there is a plan to release later this year on Nintendo Switch, as well as PC via Steam when the Early Access period is over. Here is what the press release has to say about Spaceflight Simulator.

“Construct technologically advanced spaceships to pierce the atmosphere and explore the vastness of the galaxy. Pick and choose from hundreds of parts, from guidance systems to fins, to create the ultimate spacecraft. Put creations through exacting tests with realistic rocket physics. Persevere as ships fail time and again, and use the knowledge gained from each test to perfect the program.

Lift off and traverse the Milky Way. The cold dunes of Mars and the volcanic heat of Venus are just some of the many intergalactic locations waiting for intrepid explorers to finally enter their atmospheres. Each planet has accurate topographical details, along with real-life climates and gravity pulls, with every celestial body accurate in its overall mass. A whole solar system of opportunity awaits the bold.

More than 20 million scientists have reached the cosmos, launching more than 300 million rockets via the App Store and Google Play. Also included with the Steam Early Access is the Parts, Skins, Planets, and Bundle DLC, adding Jupiter, its four moons, and new rocket parts, as well as ship skins exclusive to the PC version.”

Lead developer Stefo Mai Morojna commented on the Early Access release, stating: “Who would have guessed that something that started as a failed job application for the Kerbal Space Program would have brought tens of millions of space enthusiasts together? We are ready for a whole new crew of scientists, engineers, and astronauts to join our ranks via Steam Early Access, and even more when we’re ready for the Nintendo Switch!”

I think that fans of Kerbal Space Program will have a blast with this one. At least, it looks that way. Spaceflight Simulator is available now for $11.99 USD. I am not sure if that price will change when Early Access ends, so you might want to check it out sooner rather than later.