Rocket Science

Rocket-building sandbox simulation set in a full-scale Solar System

unbeGames · Released Feb 20, 2020 · Early Access

Reviews: Mostly Positive; 77% of 172
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Players: 0; daily peak, Oct 29, 2026
Steam Deck: Untested
Last update on Steam: 16 hours ago; Oct 28, 2026
Minimum PC: GeForce GTX 970; 8 GB RAM · 9 GB disk; Full requirements

What is Rocket Science?

You operate an abandoned Soviet cosmodrome in this single-player spaceflight simulation, currently in Early Access. Assemble spacecraft from individual components, pilot them directly or plan automated missions, and send cargo and satellites into orbit or explore the inner planets and their moons.

For you if...

+you enjoy mastering demanding orbital mechanics through trial and error

Not for you if...

−you want simple rocket construction with minimal setup

What players say

77% of 172 reviews are positive

Players praise the planetary visuals and realistic flight physics. Recurring complaints concern the limited component selection, awkward building controls and interface, and confusing tutorials.

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Rocket Science system requirements

Minimum: GeForce GTX 970, 8 GB RAM, 9 GB of disk space.

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Minimum

OS: Windows 8 (latest Service Pack) / Windows 10
Processor: Intel Core i5, 4 cores or more, 2.7 GHz
Graphics: GeForce GTX 970 or better
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Storage: 9 GB available space
DirectX: Version 11
Notes: Mouse and Keyboard

Does Rocket Science have co-op or multiplayer?

No: single-player only, no multiplayer modes declared.

Single-player

Does Rocket Science run on Steam Deck?

Untested Not yet tested by Valve on Steam Deck.

PC version details

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Keyboard and mouse
Platforms: Windows
Steam features: Workshop, Cloud saves, Family Sharing
Languages: Text only: English, Russian.

Does Rocket Science use AI-generated content?

No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 27, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam