Kerbal Space Program

Kerbal Space Program

Simulator • Indie
2015

Kerbal Space Program is an upcoming Simulator/Indie game releasing on PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows). Scheduled to launch on April 27, 2015.

Developed by Squad and published by Private Division.

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Release Date: 04/28/2015

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Story

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. Launch your Kerbal crew into orbit and beyond (while keeping them alive) to explore moons and planets in the Kerbol solar system, constructing bases and space stations to expand the reach of your expedition.

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Game Information

Platforms

PlayStation 4LinuxPC (Microsoft Windows)MacWii UXbox OneNintendo Switch

Genres

SimulatorIndie

Developer

  • Squad

Publisher

  • Private Division

Player Perspective

First personThird personBird view / Isometric

Ratings & Reviews

87%
Critic Score
7 reviews
87%
User Score
192 ratings

Features & Details

Themes & Elements

Science fictionSandboxEducationalOpen world

Game Modes

Single player

Key Features

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Game Engine

Built with Unity

Release Information

Primary Release Date

April 27, 2015

✅ Already released

Platform Release Dates

Xbox One

July 15, 2016

Mac

April 27, 2015

Linux

April 27, 2015

PC (Microsoft Windows)

April 27, 2015

PlayStation 4

January 16, 2016

Wii U

December 31, 2017

Nintendo Switch

Date TBA

Release Notes

  • Release dates may vary by region and platform
  • Pre-orders may be available before the official release date
  • Digital releases typically go live at 00:00 local time
  • Physical releases may arrive a few days earlier or later depending on shipping

System Requirements

Estimated system requirements for Kerbal Space Program on PC

Minimum Requirements

os:Windows 10 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
memory:16 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 6600 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:50 GB available space (SSD recommended)

Recommended Requirements

✨ Recommended
os:Windows 11 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
memory:32 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 3080 / AMD RX 6800 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:100 GB available space (NVMe SSD recommended)

Important Notes

  • These are estimated requirements based on game analysis and industry standards
  • Official system requirements will be announced closer to release date
  • SSD storage highly recommended for reduced loading times
  • Requirements may vary for different graphics settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra)
  • VR games may have additional requirements if VR support is included

💡Performance Tips

For the best experience with Kerbal Space Program, consider upgrading to an SSD, ensuring your graphics drivers are up to date, and closing unnecessary background applications before playing.

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