Kerbal Space Program, or: "How many rockets can I slap onto this thing?" - Games

[h2]Pre-order/Donating is available![/h2] [url=http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/download.php][h2]Moon version released![/h2][/url] [release][h2]Kerbal Space Program[/h2] [i]Website (download is on the page): [url]http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/[/url] [i]Wiki:[/i] [url]http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page[/url] [i]Forum:[/i] [url]http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/forum/index.php[/url][/i] [i]0.8.0 Mirror (outdated):[/i] [url]http://bit.ly/kspv08win[/url] (courtesy of [url=http://www.facepunch.com/threads/1105753-Kerbal-Space-Program-or-quot-How-many-rockets-can-I-slap-onto-this-thing-quot?p=31027999&viewfull=1#post31027999]Alejandro[/url]) [/release] [release][h2]Mods/More parts[/h2] [b][url=http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/forum/index.php?board=14.0]The Kerbal forum's own section[/url][/b] [i][url=http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/forum/index.php?topic=1172.0]C-7 Aviation Pack[/url][/i] [i][url=http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/forum/index.php?topic=1833.0]Saturn V Parts[/url][/i] [i][url=http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/forum/index.php?topic=79.0]Sunday Punch's[/url][/i] [i][url=http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/forum/index.php?topic=2251.0]Assorted Hardware[/url][/i] [i][url=http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/forum/index.php?topic=1109.0]Silisko Industries[/url][/i] [i][url=http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/forum/index.php?topic=2925.0]Silisko Edition[/url][/i] [i][url=http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/forum/index.php?topic=2680.0]KW Challenger Pack[/url][/i] [i][url=http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/forum/index.php?topic=79.0]Wobbly Rockets[/url][/i] Less recent: [i]Extra parts:[/i] [url]http://www.speedyshare.com/files/29364470/EXTRA_EXTRA_PUT_IN_PARTS.rar[/url] [i]Extra parts mirror:[/i] [url]http://www.mediafire.com/?f36kytio353rfmo[/url] [i]Some more mods:[/i] [url]http://mod.gib.me/kerbal/mods/[/url] [i][url=http://www.facepunch.com/threads/1105753-Kerbal-Space-Program-or-quot-How-many-rockets-can-I-slap-onto-this-thing-quot?p=31141446&viewfull=1#post31141446]Ion Engine[/url][/i] [/release] [release][h2]About it:[/h2] Kerbal Space Program is a game focusing on making your own space program. Yes, that's it. But it does not end there, oh no; even though there are currently only two engines (more can be added with mods) it's the almost endless combinations possible that makes this so enjoyable to play. You see, much like real space rockets this game features multistage rockets that [i]you[/i] design and create. Setting up these multistages is easy, though it can become rather complicated when your rocket has a gazillion stages. There is no real goal. You might want to achieve a stable orbit around the planet or just reach for the stars. You can also satisfy your competetive side of yourself and challenge your friends to a game of "who-can-reach-the-highest-altitude". And have you ever wanted to prove to NASA how lousy their space rockets are? This is the time to prove to them how wrong they are in their designs! Kerbal Space Program is currently in alpha, to quote the developers: [quote=http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/][b][i]The game is currently under heavy development. This means the game will be improved on a regular basis, so be sure to check back for new updates. Right now, KSP is in Alpha state, but we want you to try it out and have fun with it. The first versions are free to download and play, and will remain so forever. The KSP Team is strongly commited to the project, and we are always listening for feedback from the players. If you have any questions, comments and ideas, please [url=http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/contact.php]contact us[/url], or join us on the [url=http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/forum/index.php]Forums[/url].[/i][/b][/quote] [/release] [release][h2]Gameplay:[/h2] [b]All of the following parts are vanilla, more can be added with mods.[/b] [b]Propulsion:[/b] Solid Fuel Rocket [img]http://filesmelt.com/dl/solid_rocket.PNG[/img] [i]Description:[/i] High thrust for a short period of time. And unlike the liquid fuel rocket its fuel is within it. Liquid Fuel Rocket and its Tank [Img]http://filesmelt.com/dl/liquid_tank.PNG[/img] [img]http://filesmelt.com/dl/liquid_rocket.PNG[/img] [i]Description:[/i] Moderate thrust for a longer period of time, this time can be extended by stacking fuel tanks on top of eachother The liquid fuel rocket works by attaching the rocket muzzle itself to the end of the liquid tank. [b]Command & Control:[/b] Command Pod [img]http://filesmelt.com/dl/Commandpod.PNG[/img] [i]Description:[/i] The Kerman trio (seen in the lower right corner in-game) inhabits this pod for the duration of the flight (also their metal coffin if you so desire :v:). S.A.S Module [img]http://filesmelt.com/dl/S.A_.S_Module_.PNG[/img] [i]Description:[/i] As long as this module is attached to the rocket and you hold the F key (or t to toggle), it'll apply force to attempt to keep the rocket straight. More of these will make the ship more stable but will add to the overall weight. [b]Structural & Aerodynamic[/b] Decoupler [img]http://filesmelt.com/dl/decoupler.PNG[/img] [i]Description:[/i] attachable to the side of a module, and on it other things (such as rockets) can be attached. When the stage that the decoupler is part of is activated, the decoupler detaches from the module it's attached to. Extremely useful. Stacked Decoupler [img]http://filesmelt.com/dl/stacked_decoupler.PNG[/img] [i]Description:[/i] This decoupler is only attachable to the top/bottom of a module, and it will detach itself from the module above it when its stage is activated Stack Tri-coupler [img]http://filesmelt.com/dl/stacked_tri-coupler.PNG[/img] [i]Description:[/i] You can attach 3 modules to this one while it itself is attached to a single module. However, it's not detachable itself like the [i][b]de[/b][/i]couplers. Wings [img]http://filesmelt.com/dl/wings.PNG[/img] [i]Description:[/i] Aerodynamic wings that are attachable to your craft. [b]Utility & Scientific[/b] Parachute [img]http://filesmelt.com/dl/parachute.PNG[/img] [i]Description:[/i] Attachable to anything like everything else and will extend a parachute when triggered in a stage. Its main use is to land the command pod safely in case you re-enter the planet or didn't reach space. [b]Orbital Map:[/b] The orbital map (Default Key 'M') displays your current orbit. Your orbit is represented by a blue and green line (blue at the Apoapsis, green at the Periapsis). There are also two nodes at the lowest and highest points of orbit, these are called Periapsis and Apoapsis. The highest point is Apoapsis, and the lowest is named Periapsis. When referring to an orbit around the earth (in this case Kerbin), Apogee and Perigee can be/are used. This is what it looks like when an orbit has been established. [img]http://i.imgur.com/80hu4.png[/img] When holding your mouse over any of the three nodes visible (Ap, Pe or the pod node) they will display information regarding that node's altitude and speed. [b]Correcting your orbit:[/b] To modify your orbit, here's what you do: To lower your Apoapsis, make a [i]Retrograde[/i] burn at the Periapsis. To raise your Apoapsis, make a [i]Prograde[/i] burn at the Periapsis. To lower your Periapsis, make a [i]Retrograde[/i] burn at the Apoapsis. To raise your Periapsis, make a [i]Prograde[/i] burn at the Apoapsis. Now, what is prograde and retrograde? They are simply the names of which direction of motion you're facing. For example, if you're facing the same direction as the direction of motion, that's [b][i]Pro[/i][/b]grade, and when facing the opposite direction of motion is [b][i]Retro[/i][/b]grade. You can also thing of the whole orbit-correction-thing in a more simplistic and logical way: lower your speed to lower the altitude of the orbit, increase your speed to increase the altitude of the orbit. By modifying your orbit is also how you reach the Moon; you raise the Apoapsis to the Moon's distance (11,5 thousand kilometers) and hope for the best. Although you must also time it correctly so that you and the Moon "meet" eachother at one point, namely the Apoapsis. [i]Orbital data:[/i] [url]https://gist.github.com/1073201[/url] [/release] [release][h2]Media:[/h2] [b]Tutorial by [url=http://www.facepunch.com/threads/1105753?p=33500656&viewfull=1#post33500656]Oicani Gonzales[/url] on how to get to the moon and back:[/b] [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tkk9YOuQT60[/media] [b]Other Media:[/b] [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjQolxo1VIM[/media] [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGKeAxIHsMw[/media] [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WcGWNtd5P7I[/media] [b]Our hero, Jeb:[/b] [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrThKiUZoiw[/media] [/release] :eng101:It's highly advisable to do the in-game tutorial :eng101:

This looks pretty damn cool, and its free, count me in!

[QUOTE=Dwarfy77;31009631]Looks fun, how much does it cost?[/QUOTE] It's free.

It's free. -Ninja'd.-

Looks awesome, I need something new to play, Space Station 13's getting a bit old

An example of this game's shenanigans: [QUOTE=Zackin5;30996562][img]http://img3.imageshack.us/img3/6193/ksp2011070816523357.png[/img] Fuck NASA, I know how to make proper rockets! [img]http://img233.imageshack.us/img233/1952/ksp2011070816530067.png[/img] Oh shit! It's going sideways. Time to disengage the boosters! [img]http://img200.imageshack.us/img200/6549/ksp2011070816531679.png[/img] That's better. [img]http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/9817/ksp2011070816533445.png[/img] SHIT, WHAT HAPPENED [img]http://img21.imageshack.us/img21/8088/ksp2011070816541487.png[/img] FUUUU [img]http://img851.imageshack.us/img851/82/ksp2011070816542404.png[/img] That's better, Again. [img]http://img535.imageshack.us/img535/7623/ksp2011070816545853.png[/img] Fuck [img]http://img9.imageshack.us/img9/3066/ksp2011070817022317.png[/img] Okay, Let's try this again. [img]http://img807.imageshack.us/img807/6836/ksp2011070817024229.png[/img] WHY AREN'T YOU TAKING OFF!? [img]http://img832.imageshack.us/img832/1705/ksp2011070817025576.png[/img] OH FU- [img]http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/1281/ksp2011070817030239.png[/img] ... Back to the drawing board.[/QUOTE]

Instead of holding f to use the stability thingy, you can press t to toggle them.

I forgot the launch key, so I have to use the stage key Seriously though, how the fuck do I launch it

[video=youtube;_cMtZHiYI8Y]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_cMtZHiYI8Y[/video] [editline]9th July 2011[/editline] Managed to get 4000 km while still travelling 2000m/s with that rocket after making some little adjustments though :v:

I thought it said kenyal space program. Looks like a fun game though.

Yes! I actually made it to space for once!

[QUOTE=xXScoutXx;31010306]I forgot the launch key, so I have to use the stage key Seriously though, how the fuck do I launch it[/QUOTE] press space

I'm gonna try this game out.

How do you guys managed to put the rockets on so neatly? I'm trying to add them to the sides, but they aren't exactly even.

This looks like it'll keep me entertained for a while! Downloading now.

Just hit 20,000m before i ran out of fuel. has anyone tried to make it back to the planet? i usually just send them on suicide missions.

Anyway to download it faster? Really slow at the moment.

Reached 31km, game would need more parts though.

[QUOTE=Alvaldi;31011315]How do you guys managed to put the rockets on so neatly? I'm trying to add them to the sides, but they aren't exactly even.[/QUOTE] Patience, I hope they'll add something to easely connect them to eachother later on.

I built my rocket too ambitious, and it fell apart upon launch. Really, it just "fell" apart :v: [img]http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/6739/whatrx.jpg[/img]

Where have i seen those Kerman thingies before?

I downloaded a rocket from the forum and went over 1 million.

Made it to space, 67 km, traveling at 1.1km/s, and traveled 1500km around the world.

Dude, a game about running my own space program? Holy shit yes. Im gonna RP this and pretend I'm fucking nasa. I'm having a huge NERDGASM if you can't tell.

[QUOTE=iPope;31012294]Dude, a game about running my own space program? Holy shit yes. Im gonna RP this and pretend I'm fucking nasa. I'm having a huge NERDGASM if you can't tell.[/QUOTE] RPing as NASA should be pretty easy. :v:

It'd be cool if you actually had some kind of missions in which you would've to get an satelite into space. Or the ablility to go to mars and such. [editline]9th July 2011[/editline] oh well, the game is just a week or 3 old, so who knows!

repost from game media thread: [QUOTE=Sergeant Turtle;30997861]600km and still rising, though its losing speed fast, was at over 2000m/s at its highest speed. [IMG]http://filesmelt.com/dl/Untitled456.png[/IMG] EDIT: Peaked at 780km[/QUOTE]

Editing the physics values for this game is fun.

my ship wont go straight up help

[QUOTE=bobste;31013173]my ship wont go straight up help[/QUOTE] Make it symmetric.