Kerbal Space Program 2 Begins Early Access in February

ign.com:

The Kerbal Space Program sequel is heading to early access in February next year.

The much-anticipated Kerbal Space Program 2 will launch into early access on February 24, 2023, available on Steam, Epic Games Store, and other PC storefronts.

“We are so excited to release Kerbal Space Program 2 in Early Access because it will allow Kerbal fans to see for themselves all the amazing progress we’ve made as we reach the final stages of development,” said creative director Nate Simpson. “At its heart, KSP2 is about exploration, discovery, and conquering the force of gravity by adding more boosters.”

A sequel to the beloved rocket-building sim, Kerbal Space Program 2 has been built from the ground up to teach the joy of rocket science to a new generation of players. New, fully interactive tutorials will teach players the basics, then it’s off to the completely revamped vehicle assembly interface to combine over 350 new and improved parts to build the rocket of your dreams.

Using a combination of engines, fuel tanks, procedural parts systems, and more, players can craft planes, rockets, rovers, and “other creations” to aid them on their adventures. Kerbal Space Program 2 also adds the ability to customize and paint your vehicles. That’s right – it’s time to boldly go where no Kerbal has gone before.

During early access, players will be able to explore the entire Kerbolar system – launching from Kerbin, exploring the “pockmarked and breathtaking” Mun, and catching a glimpse of the green clouds of Jool.

All these classic locations from the original Kerbal Space Program have been reimagined, with new levels of realism and complexity promised thanks to new terrain and atmosphere systems.

After releasing Kerbal Space Program 2 in early