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Kerbal Space Program

By Squad · Windows · macOS · Linux

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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.

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Game style
Indie · Simulation
Platforms
Windows · macOS · Linux

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ANSWERS FOR YOUR FIRST SESSION

Kerbal Space Program gameplay guide and player questions

Steam edition · Researched Nov 6, 2026 · Guide updated Nov 6, 2026.

Source facts

What is the primary objective when building a spacecraft in Kerbal Space Program?

Your main objective is to assemble fully-functional spacecraft using various parts to launch your Kerbal crew into orbit and beyond, while ensuring they stay alive during their exploration of the Kerbol solar system's moons and planets.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

Should I choose Science, Career or Sandbox mode?

Consider Science Mode if you want to unlock technology through experiments, or Career Mode if you want to manage funding and strategy as well. Sandbox is an option when you want access to all parts without those progression requirements.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

What is a key mechanic for expanding my presence in space?

You can dock multiple spacecraft together to construct large space stations or massive starships. This mechanic allows you to build complex structures in orbit or establish permanent surface bases on the various planets you discover.

Based on source 1.

Sources & scope

  1. Publisher description on Steam ↗Checked Nov 6, 2026

AI-assisted research with automated evidence and consistency checks. Good Game Daily organizes publisher information into practical answers. Guidance is an editorial interpretation of those sources. These notes are based on source research rather than a firsthand playtest; editions and later updates may differ.

YOUR NEXT STEP

Check the fit before you install

For Kerbal Space Program · Steam edition.

  1. Compare your device with the listed Windows, macOS, Linux requirements. Controller support is not verified here.
  2. Steam lists single-player support. Read the developer’s requirements if you need to play without an internet connection; single-player does not by itself establish offline access.
  3. The full-game US price snapshot is 39.99 USD; check the current price in your region.

Decision guide updated 2026-10-29. Based on the publisher listing checked 2026-11-06; this is not a firsthand review.

PC EDITION · STEAM

Choose how you play.

Platforms
Windows · macOS · Linux
Play modes
Single-player
Languages
English, Spanish - Spain, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Russian, French, Italian, German, Portuguese - Brazil
Release date / window
Apr 27, 2015
Full game price · US
39.99 USD

The full game and its demo may have different availability. Prices are a US storefront snapshot. DLC and in-game purchases may cost extra.

Steam source ↗ · Checked Nov 6, 2026. Platform editions may differ in features, prices and save compatibility.

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Windows minimum requirements

Minimum: OS *:Windows 7 SP1+ Processor:Core 2 Duo 2.0 Ghz Memory:4 GB RAM Graphics:DX10 (SM 4.0) capable, 512MB VRAM Hard Drive:3 GB HD space

macOS minimum requirements

Minimum: OS:macOS 10.12+ 64-bit Processor:Intel Memory:4 GB RAM Graphics:SM 4.0 512MB VRAM Hard Drive:3 GB HD space

Linux minimum requirements

Minimum: OS: Ubuntu 16.04+ 64-bit Processor: Core 2 Duo Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: SM 4.0 512MB VRAM Hard Disk Space: 3 GB HD space

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