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NASA announces the crew of its critical Artemis III mission
NASA has announced the crew members selected for its upcoming Artemis III mission. This critical mission aims to return humans to the Moon and will involve significant space exploration efforts.
Axiom reveals its Prada-designed spacesuit inner layer for NASA
Axiom Space has unveiled the inner layer of its new spacesuit, featuring a design collaboration with Prada. This specialized inner layer is engineered to help regulate astronaut body temperature during lunar missions.
Off-road racing? Psh, try off-world racing: Exo Rally Championship just launched on Steam
Exo Rally Championship, a brutally realistic off-world racing simulation, has launched on Steam for PC. The game features customizable rovers with realistic physics, thrusters for low-gravity environments, and a career mode based on real-world rally events. While lacking direct online multiplayer, players can compete asynchronously for best track times on procedurally generated alien landscapes.
In The Drift is the upcoming title from the co-creator of Sable
In The Drift, a new narrative game directed by Sable co-creator Daniel Fineberg, has been announced. The game follows Luna, a young woman working as a telecoms engineer in space, balancing her job with life aboard a ship. The title explores themes of hope and meaning in a world that feels disconnected.
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is set to launch on August 30
NASA is targeting August 30 for the launch of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. This new telescope will feature a field of view 100 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, promising significant advancements in space exploration and astronomy.
ISS astronauts had to shelter in place in the SpaceX Dragon capsule because of an air leak
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station were required to shelter in place within the SpaceX Dragon capsule due to an air leak. Further details regarding the incident are pending.
NASA's Mars MAVEN probe is dead
NASA has officially declared the end of the MAVEN mission after losing contact with its Mars probe six months prior. The mission's operational phase has concluded due to the loss of communication.
No Man's Sky: The Swarm Released
Hello Games has released 'The Swarm,' the latest update for their space exploration game No Man's Sky. This update continues the developer's commitment to extensive post-launch support for the title, which is available on PC and consoles.
No Man’s Sky’s 22nd expedition, The Swarm, threatens to activate your space apiphobia
Hello Games has released the 22nd expedition for No Man's Sky, titled 'The Swarm,' which introduces new challenges involving swarming enemy ships and a large boss called the Hive of Glass. Players will cooperate in teams to strategize and build technology to defeat the threat, with rewards including unique armor and a jetpack. The expedition is expected to last approximately eight weeks.
NASA plans for up to three more lunar missions before the end of 2026
NASA is planning up to three additional lunar missions before the end of 2026. These missions will focus on delivering payloads to the lunar surface and testing equipment developed by Blue Origin and Astrolab.
NASA shares Psyche spacecraft's photos of Mars
NASA has released photographs captured by the Psyche spacecraft during its flyby of Mars. These images offer a new perspective on the Red Planet from the deep space probe.
SpaceX Starship V3's first test flight was largely successful
SpaceX's Starship V3 test flight achieved most of its primary objectives. The company reported the mission was largely successful in meeting its set goals.
NASA is opening up bids for who will run the Jet Propulsion Laboratory
NASA is opening up bids for the management of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, as the current contract with the California Institute of Technology concludes in 2028. This move signals a potential shift in the operational leadership of the renowned space exploration center.
SpaceX will launch Starship V3 for its first test flight today
SpaceX is set to conduct the first test flight of its Starship V3 rocket today. The launch marks a significant milestone in the development of the company's next-generation spacecraft.
Schließt euch zusammen, rüstet euch aus und stürzt euch in spannende Koop-Weltraumabenteuer in STARSEEKER, das am 11. Juni im Early Access für PC und Konsolen erscheint
System Era Softworks and Devolver Digital announced that STARSEEKER, a cooperative space exploration game set in the Astroneer universe, will launch into Early Access on June 11, 2026, for PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. Players will explore new worlds, complete objectives, and face space dangers together, with progress from a June 4th playtest carrying over to the full release.
Devolver Digital Confirms June 11 Launch for All-New Standalone Game STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions on PC, Consoles – Playtest Announced for Thrilling Co-op Space Adventures
Developer System Era Softworks and publisher Devolver Digital announced that STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions, a standalone game set in the Astroneer universe, will launch into Early Access on June 11 for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X|S. A public playtest for the co-op space adventure will begin on June 4.
Build your starship alone or with friends and explore a seamless universe.
Starpath is a new space game that blends space simulation, survival crafting, and cozy game elements within a procedurally generated universe. Players can build and customize fully functional starships, explore derelict vessels, and uncover the mystery of whether humanity is alone. The game supports both cooperative multiplayer and offline singleplayer modes, featuring a non-linear story and a retro 3D art style inspired by science fiction films and anime.
Exodus is going all-out with its bizarre interstellar physics, and you can learn more during the Future Games Show…
Exodus, a sci-fi space exploration game from Archetype Entertainment, will feature an extended gameplay look during the Future Games Show Summer Showcase on June 6, followed by a trailer in the PC Gaming Show on June 7. The game, which stars Matthew McConaughey, will explore concepts of time dilation and interstellar physics, where time experienced by the crew can differ drastically from time on Earth.
Perseverance checks in from Mars with a selfie, the mounting pollution from satellite launches, and more science stories
The Perseverance rover on Mars has sent back a new selfie, while concerns grow regarding pollution from satellite launches. This week's science news covers these and other developments.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft just got an assist from Mars on the way to its asteroid namesake
NASA's Psyche spacecraft received a gravitational assist from Mars as it continues its journey to the asteroid Psyche. This maneuver helps the spacecraft adjust its trajectory towards its destination, an asteroid believed to be the core of an early planet. Studying this asteroid could provide valuable insights into the formation of Earth's core.