Kerbal Space Program 2 will be released in early access on February 24, 2023

Private Division and Intercept Games today announced that Kerbal Space Program 2kerbal Space Program 2, the sequel to the critically acclaimed space simulation game, will be released in early access on February 24, 2023 on PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store and other online platforms Kerbal Space Program 2 will contain a wealth of new content from the start of early access, allowing players to embark on space exploration. Take advantage of hundreds of new and improved parts to build an infinite number of ships and rockets, fast-forward through acceleration phases for less strenuous long-distance travel. Check out the new, vastly improved graphics with a new planetary atmosphere and terrain system that will make this the most visually stunning KSP game to date! The game will also contain new and improved tutorials and a new player experience providing players with all the weapons they need to excel in space flight. Those who purchase Kerbal Space Program 2 early access will be able to participate in the future development of the game by providing feedback directly to the developers until the game’s final release.

The main game experience is more enjoyable than ever in Kerbal Space Program 2. The tools available to players give them access to nearly endless possibilities for building advanced spaceships and lunar vehicles. When the game is released in early access, it will include more than 350 new and improved parts to build whatever you want, including engines, tanks, procedural parts and more. With this bottomless toolbox, players will be able to build planes, rockets, rovers, and anything else they can think of before heading out on their adventure. Kerbal Space Program 2 will also introduce the ability to customize and paint its vehicles, allowing for forms of expression and customization of each build like never before. In addition to this flurry of new parts, the game will include a variety of new environments to explore. Upon release of early access, players will be able to explore the entire Kerbolar system. Take off from beautiful Kerbin, explore the crater-studded Mune, marvel at the towering green cloud columns of Jool, and discover breathtaking new vistas on the surface of these celestial bodies, all of which have been completely remade! All of these familiar planets have been completely reimagined, bringing new levels of realism and complexity to the game with a terrain system that constantly presents you with new challenges when selecting a landing site. And finally, navigate through skies of unparalleled beauty with our new planetary atmosphere system.

« We are very excited to see Kerbal Space Program 2 release in early access, because it means that Kerbal fans will finally be able to see for themselves everything we’ve been able to accomplish in the final stages of development, » said Nate Simpson, Creative Director at Intercept Games. « KSP2 is first and foremost a game about exploration, discovery and conquering gravity with the help of extra thrusters. » Rebuild from the Ground Up, Kerbal Space Program 2 will bring the joy of accidental aerospace engineering discovery to a whole new generation of gamers while providing unique challenges and innovative opportunities for seasoned players. Fully interactive, animated tutorials will teach you the secrets of rocket launching, and the new vehicle assembly building interface allows you to take full advantage of a powerful yet easy-to-use tool. This sequel will include significant improvements to the gameplay experience, from the improved map and maneuver iconography to the new flight ATH. The fast forward system has multiple zoom levels and will also allow players to pause the game while interacting with the control panels. For long-distance flights, it is now possible to activate fast-forward during acceleration phases, putting an end to long wait times during interplanetary travel. Finally, new contextual information will give players better guidance on what to do if their aircraft fails unexpectedly.

« By going into early access, we are entering a new phase of the game’s development in which players will be able to experience long-awaited systems, features, modifications and more, » said Nestor Gomez, Lead Producer on Kerbal Space Program 2 intercept Games. « We look forward to listening and watching the reactions to these changes. Just as with the first game, this venture will allow us to leverage the most powerful tool at our disposal, which is our passionate gaming community. » Following the release of Kerbal Space Program 2 in early access, Intercept Games will continue to add new features that are expected to profoundly change the game in the following months. Some of the future features include:

• Next Generation Technology: Players will be able to research futuristic technologies that allow them to build ever larger structures and use new fuels and propulsion systems. These new tools will allow them to venture beyond the boundaries of the original Kerbal system and into unexplored star systems.
• Colonies: This new option is one of the most requested and anticipated in the new game. Players will be able to search for and extract valuable resources and then use these materials to build custom bases on distant celestial bodies or in the depths of space. Players will manage energy production and demand, housing inventories, and a new colony vehicle assembly building that can also serve as a low-gravity launch center from which to embark on new and ever more ambitious expeditions!
• Interstellar Travel: KSP2 offers new interstellar navigation challenges for players. They will have to venture into the depths of interstellar space aboard nuclear-powered megaships capable of reaching unimaginable speeds. Upon arrival in a new star system, they will be able to deploy landers and rovers to explore these planets waiting to be discovered.
• Multiplayer: Players will be able to either cooperate or compete with their friends to explore space together and reach historic milestones in their own version of the space race. Multiplayer mode opens the door to endless potential for adventure, completionism, and « accidental » collisions!
• Modding: Kerbal fans are looking forward to reaping the benefits of the vast amount of mods available in the first game, and Intercept Games plans to make the new game even more mod-friendly by providing the necessary tools for this community.
• And more: Early Access will be updated regularly with quality of life improvements, bug fixes, new features and more! Follow us to make sure you don’t miss any news.

Check out the latest teaser video for Kerbal Space Program 2 on YouTube to learn more about the game’s early access release.

Kerbal Space Program 2 will be released in early access for €49.99 on PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store and other digital platforms on February 24, 2023. The PlayStation 5 and Xbox X|S versions of Kerbal Space Program 2 will be released at the end of the early access period on PC. More information on this will be available at a later date Kerbal Space Program 2 has not yet been classified by the ESRB. For more information about Kerbal Space Program 2for more information about the game, subscribe to YouTube, follow us on Twitter, like our Facebook page and visit www.KerbalSpaceProgram.com.