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Space Engine
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About Space Engine
Space Engine is a real-time 3D space simulator and procedural universe generator. It lets users explore in three dimensions from planet Earth to the most distant galaxies, landing on procedurally generated planets with terrain, atmospheres and orbits simulated throughout. Space enthusiasts use it as a virtual planetarium and a tool for creating astronomy visualizations, screenshots and videos of deep-space travel.
Space Engine key facts
- Category: Learning & Education
- Pricing: Paid — this directory does not list a free tier for it.
- Focus areas: astronomy, simulation, 3d, universe
- Official site: spaceengine.org
About the Learning & Education category
Online courses and learning platforms to build new skills. The Learning & Education category on Tools Hub currently lists 486 tools. Alongside Space Engine, it includes Solar System Scope, Star Walk, Atlas of Space, Qiqqa.
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