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Kerbal Space Program vs KStars

A side-by-side look at Kerbal Space Program and KStars. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Kerbal Space Program

Kerbal Space Program

Games

Kerbal Space Program is a space flight simulation video game where players design, build, and fly spacecraft to explore fictional planets and moons. The game has a realistic orbital physics engine but with simplified controls, making it accessible yet challenging as players learn basic rocket science.

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KStars

KStars

Science & Education

KStars is a free, open source planetarium software for Linux and other UNIX-like systems. It allows users to visualize a realistic and accurate night sky, identify celestial objects like stars and planets, track their movement, and control telescopes for observation.

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