What changed in Kerbal Space Program in 2014
87 updates · 38 main milestones · Apr 1, 2014 to Dec 15, 2014
- 12 eventsEditor OverhaulgameplayMilestone
Ship Construction has been rebuilt, allowing for better part organization and manipulation.
SteamIntroduction of Mk3 Partsnew content15 all-new Mk3 spaceplane parts added, capable of carrying large payloads.
SteamMajor Overhaul of Biomes Systemnew contentMilestoneOver 100 unique biomes added across planets and moons for exploration.
SteamUpgradable Facilities in Career Modenew contentMilestoneKerbal Space Center can be upgraded with new capabilities and bonuses.
SteamEditor Overhaulnew contentMilestoneShip construction has been rebuilt, allowing for better part organization and custom categories.
SteamUpgradable Facilities in Career Modenew contentMilestoneKerbal Space Center can now be upgraded with new capabilities and bonuses.
SteamMajor Overhaul of Biomesnew contentMilestoneOver 100 unique biomes added across planets and moons for exploration.
SteamFine Print Mod Integrationnew contentMilestoneNew contract types added, enhancing the contracts system with diverse challenges.
SteamKerbal Experience and Skillsnew contentMilestoneKerbals develop specific skills as they gain experience, enhancing mission capabilities.
SteamFine Print Mod Integrationnew contentMilestoneNew contract types added, enhancing the contracts system with diverse challenges.
SteamIntroduction of Mk3 Partsnew content15 all-new Mk3 spaceplane parts added, capable of carrying large payloads.
SteamKerbal Experience and Skillsnew contentMilestoneKerbals now have specific skillsets that develop with experience, affecting mission capabilities.
Steam - 11 eventsDestructible Kerbal Space CentergameplayMilestone
The Kerbal Space Center is now fully destructible, requiring costly repairs in Career Mode.
SteamNew Strategy SystemgameplayMilestonePlayers can implement strategies affecting Funds, Reputation, and Science.
SteamIntroduction of the Administration Facilitynew contentMilestonePlayers can now select and activate Strategies that affect game aspects.
SteamDestructible Kerbal Space CentergameplayMilestoneThe Kerbal Space Center is now fully destructible, requiring costly repairs in Career Mode.
SteamAggressive Negotiations Strategybalance changeDiscounts on part costs at the expense of Reputation.
SteamOpen-Sourced Technologies Strategybalance changeDiverts Science earnings to increase Reputation.
SteamIntroduction of the Administration Facilitynew contentMilestonePlayers can select and activate Strategies that affect game aspects like Funds, Reputation, and Science.
SteamUnpaid Internship Program Strategybalance changeBoosts Science earnings without spending Funds by hiring unpaid interns.
SteamIncorporation of SpacePlane+ Parts Packnew contentPopular mod SpacePlane+ parts pack is now part of the game with updated visuals.
SteamIncorporation of SpacePlane+ Parts Packnew contentPopular mod SpacePlane+ is now part of the game with updated parts for better aesthetics and versatility.
SteamNew Strategy SystemgameplayMilestonePlayers can implement various strategies that impact gameplay, such as Aggressive Negotiations and Open-Sourced Technologies.
Steam - 30 eventsAdded IPartCostModifier interface for moddingnew content
Introduced an interface to allow part modules to tweak a part's cost.
SteamTweaked costs for several spaceplane and aerodynamic partsbalance changeAdjusted costs for various spaceplane and aerodynamic parts to improve balance.
SteamFixed decoupler modules failing to apply ejection forcesbug fixResolved an issue where some decoupler modules failed to apply ejection forces when activated.
SteamFixed save-related bug in Orbiting 101 tutorialbug fixResolved a save-related bug which made the Orbiting 101 tutorial impossible to complete.
SteamFixed control state issues when approaching another vesselbug fixResolved a bug where approaching another vessel could mess up your control state.
SteamFixed decoupler modules failing to apply ejection forcesbug fixResolved an issue with some decoupler modules not applying ejection forces when activated.
SteamFixed save-related bug in Orbiting 101 tutorialbug fixResolved a save-related bug which made the Orbiting 101 tutorial impossible to complete.
SteamFixed custom staging icons and vessel switching issuesbug fixResolved an issue with custom staging icons and switching vessels.
SteamFixed Messages Dialog drifting issue in VABbug fixResolved an issue where the Messages Dialog in the VAB would drift out of place when discarding many messages.
SteamFixed bug in Rescue Kerbal contractsbug fixResolved a bug where rescue by means of external seats or claws wouldn't complete the contract.
SteamFixed App Toolbar display issues for mod appsbug fixResolved an issue where mod apps wouldn't display/hide properly at the VAB.
SteamFixed Messages Dialog drifting issue in VABbug fixResolved an issue where the Messages Dialog would drift out of place when discarding many messages.
SteamFixed potential issue with ModuleRCS internal mathsbug fixResolved a potential issue which could result in odd RCS response from center-aligned or stack-mounted RCS modules.
SteamFixed vessels not leaving 'pre-launch' conditionbug fixResolved an issue where vessels were not leaving 'pre-launch' condition during take-off roll.
SteamFixed propellant-defined resource flow modes for Vernier enginesbug fixResolved an issue that prevented some configurations of Vernier engines from working correctly.
SteamFixed propellant-defined resource flow modes for Vernier enginesbug fixResolved an issue that prevented some configurations of Vernier engines from working correctly.
SteamFixed module loading issue causing missing modulesbug fixResolved a serious issue with module loading which could result in missing modules if loading old craft.
SteamFixed vessels not leaving 'pre-launch' conditionbug fixResolved an issue where vessels would not leave 'pre-launch' condition during take-off roll.
SteamFixed missing FX components on root partsbug fixResolved an issue with missing FX components on root parts after resuming a saved game or reverting.
SteamFixed control state issues when approaching another vesselbug fixResolved a bug where approaching another vessel could mess up your control state.
SteamFixed bug in Rescue Kerbal contractsbug fixResolved a bug where rescue by means of external seats or claws wouldn't complete the contract.
SteamFixed potential issue with ModuleRCS internal mathsbug fixResolved a potential issue which could result in odd RCS response from center-aligned or stack-mounted RCS modules.
SteamFixed App Toolbar display issues for mod appsbug fixResolved an issue where mod apps wouldn't display/hide properly at the VAB.
SteamFixed module loading issue causing missing modulesbug fixResolved a serious issue with module loading which could result in missing modules if loading old craft.
SteamFixed missing FX components on root partsbug fixResolved an issue with missing FX components on root parts after resuming a saved game or reverting.
SteamAdded IPartCostModifier interface for moddingnew contentIntroduced a new interface to allow part modules to tweak a part's cost.
SteamTweaked costs for several spaceplane and aerodynamic partsbalance changeAdjusted costs for various parts including Advanced Canard, Standard Canard, Delta Wing, and others.
SteamFixed custom staging icons and vessel switching issuesbug fixResolved an issue with custom staging icons and switching vessels.
Steam - 20 eventsNew Contract Types Introducednew contentMilestone
New contract types include Part Test, Collect Science, Rescue Kerbal, Plant Flag, and Explore.
Steam64-bit Version for Windows LaunchedsystemMilestoneThe game now offers a 64-bit version for Windows via STEAM and KSP STORE.
SteamVessel Recovery Feature Addednew contentMilestonePlayers can reclaim the value of landed parts and resources.
SteamDynamic Contract Generationnew contentMilestoneContracts are generated based on the player's Space Program's reputation.
SteamIntroduction of Contracts in Career Modenew contentMilestonePlayers can now take on Contracts to manage Funds and earn Reputation.
SteamNew Mission Control Buildingnew contentPlayers can choose contracts from the newly interactive Mission Control.
SteamKerbal Space Program: First Contract Launchdlc releaseMilestoneMajor release 0.24 introduces Career Mode advancements and new gameplay features.
SteamNew Widgets for Funds, Reputation, and Sciencenew contentThree new on-screen widgets display Funds, Reputation, and Science amounts.
SteamNew Reputation Systemnew contentReputation is earned through completed contracts and safe returns of Kerbals.
SteamNew Engines and Updated Partsnew contentPlayers will find new engines and updated parts in the game.
SteamNew In-Game Currency: Fundsnew contentMilestoneFunds are introduced as a new currency for buying rocket and plane parts.
SteamNew Widgets for Funds, Reputation, and Sciencenew contentMilestoneThree new on-screen widgets display Funds, Reputation, and Science amounts.
SteamReputation System Addednew contentMilestonePlayers earn and manage Reputation based on completed contracts and mission success.
SteamVessel Recovery FeaturegameplayPlayers can reclaim the value of landed parts and any resources they contain.
Steam64-bit Version for WindowsperformanceMilestoneFirst time offering a 64-bit version for Windows via STEAM and KSP STORE.
SteamNew Contract Typesnew contentMilestoneIncludes Part Test, Collect Science, Rescue Kerbal, Plant Flag, and Explore.
SteamNew Engines and Updated Partsnew contentMilestonePlayers will find new engines and updated parts in the game.
SteamNew Mission Control Buildingnew contentMilestonePlayers can now access the Mission Control building to choose contracts.
SteamIntroduction of Contracts in Career Modenew contentMilestonePlayers can now take on Contracts to manage their space agency.
Steam - 12 eventsCompletely Overhauled Part Jointsbalance change
Improved stability and flexibility of part attachments for better control.
SteamCompletely Overhauled Part Jointsbalance changeImproved flexibility and control over part joints for better stability.
SteamAsteroid Redirect Mission Officially Releasednew contentMilestoneIntroduction of asteroids in Kerbin's orbit, providing new challenges and science opportunities.
SteamNew SLS-inspired Size 3 Partsnew contentMilestoneAddition of new large engines and fuel tanks based on NASA's Space Launch System.
SteamUsability Improvementsquality of lifeVarious tweaks and enhancements to existing features for better user experience.
SteamObject Discovery and Tracking Featurenew contentMilestoneNew tracking system for identifying and monitoring asteroids before capture.
SteamIntroduction of the Advanced Grabbing Unitnew contentMilestoneNew part allowing players to capture and redirect asteroids and other objects.
SteamIntroduction of the Advanced Grabbing Unitnew contentMilestoneNew part for capturing asteroids and other objects, enhancing gameplay mechanics.
SteamNew SLS-inspired Size 3 Partsnew contentMilestoneAddition of large engines and fuel tanks based on NASA's Space Launch System.
SteamObject Discovery and Tracking Featuresnew contentMilestoneNew features for identifying and tracking asteroids using the Tracking Station Facility.
SteamAsteroid Redirect Mission Officially Releasednew contentMilestoneIntroduction of asteroids in Kerbin's orbit, providing new challenges and science opportunities.
SteamUsability Improvementsquality of lifeVarious tweaks and improvements to enhance overall user experience.
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