SpaceEngine (2019)

Developer: Cosmographic Software
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Early Access
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 16,041 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A serene, awe-inspiring journey through a procedurally generated cosmos where you float freely among stars and planets at your own pace.

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What players say

Players call it more a tool than a game, praising the realistic, procedural universe with no loading screens. Crashes and camera drift are common complaints, and beginners want an instruction guide.

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