Kerbal Space Program — Is It Worth Playing?

In Kerbal Space Program, take charge of the space program for the alien race known as the Kerbals.

Apr 2015+321 followers/wkStrategyby Squad$9.99
Quick verdict Kerbal Space Program holds 96% positive across 117,497 Steam reviews. It's drawing steady follower growth. If you enjoy Strategy games like Dyson Sphere Program, Garry's Mod, Stardew Valley, it's an easy one to check out.

About Kerbal Space Program

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. Kerbal Space Program features three gameplay modes. In Science Mode, perform space experiments to unlock new technology and advance the knowledge of Kerbalkind. In Career Mode, oversee every aspect of the space program, including construction, strategy, funding, upgrades, and more. In Sandbox, you are free to build any spacecraft you can think of, with all parts and technology in the game. Key Features Build spaceships, rockets, and vehicles using any imaginable combination of parts, each with their own function that will affect the way your spacecraft behaves. Take full control over your ship’s setup to execute complex flight maneuvers. Manage your Kerbal crewmembers, including hiring, training, and sending them into space to become heroes. Discover a whole star system with unique moons and planets, exploring detailed terrain at a vast scale. Send your Kerbal crew outside their ships for “extra-vehicular” activities. Dock spacecraft together to construct space stations, massive starships, and surface bases on new planets. Use satellites to scan terrain and find biomes and other anomalies. Set up communications networks to communicate between your spacecraft and Kerbal Space Center. Research and develop new technologies to extract valuable information and resources from all over the solar system, and much more! Try out the many mods created by the Kerbal Space Program community!

Description via Steam.

Key Stats

Followers
300,782
Followers / week
+321
24h peak players
6,137
Steam reviews
96% · 117,497
Genre
Strategy
Developer
Squad
Release
Apr 2015
Price
$9.99

Should You Play Kerbal Space Program?

Who it's for: fans of Strategy games like Dyson Sphere Program, Garry's Mod, Stardew Valley.

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. Kerbal Space Program features three gameplay modes. In Science Mode, perform space experiments to u…

Kerbal Space Program is single-player on Steam and runs on Windows, Mac, Linux. It's drawing steady follower growth right now.

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System Requirements & Platforms

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Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

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

Recommended

OS: Windows 10 64-bit · Processor: Core i5 · Memory: 8 GB RAM · Graphics: DX10 (SM 4.0) capable, 1GB VRAM · Hard Drive: 4 GB HD space

How many players does Kerbal Space Program have?

Kerbal Space Program reached a 24-hour peak of 6,137 concurrent players on Steam as of 2026-07-01, with 300,782 followers (+321 this week).

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Kerbal Space Program — Frequently Asked Questions

When does Kerbal Space Program release?
Kerbal Space Program released on Apr 27, 2015 and is available now on Steam.
What kind of game is Kerbal Space Program?
Kerbal Space Program is a Strategy game. In Kerbal Space Program, take charge of the space program for the alien race known as the Kerbals.
Is Kerbal Space Program multiplayer or co-op?
No — Kerbal Space Program is listed as single-player only on Steam.
Is Kerbal Space Program on Steam Deck or consoles?
Kerbal Space Program runs on Windows, Mac, Linux via Steam; native Linux support makes it a strong Steam Deck candidate. No console release has been confirmed.
How much does Kerbal Space Program cost?
Kerbal Space Program is priced at $9.99 on Steam.
What are Kerbal Space Program's system requirements?
Minimum specs: Core 2 Duo 2.0 Ghz, 4 GB RAM, DX10 (SM 4.0) capable, 512MB VRAM.
Is Kerbal Space Program worth playing?
If you enjoy Strategy games like Dyson Sphere Program, Garry's Mod, Stardew Valley, yes. It's drawing steady follower growth.
Who made Kerbal Space Program?
Kerbal Space Program is developed by Squad and published by Private Division.
What games is Kerbal Space Program similar to?
Kerbal Space Program sits alongside Strategy games such as Dyson Sphere Program, Garry's Mod, Stardew Valley.
What platforms is Kerbal Space Program on?
Kerbal Space Program is available on Windows, Mac, Linux.
How many players does Kerbal Space Program have?
Kerbal Space Program reached a 24-hour peak of 6,137 concurrent players on Steam as of 2026-07-01, with 300,782 followers (+321 this week).

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