What changed in Kerbal Space Program in 2018

121 updates · 24 main milestones · Mar 7, 2018 to Dec 20, 2018

  1. 15 events
    20 Fully Revamped Partsnew content

    20 parts optimized, re-shaped, and re-textured with over 40 color variants.

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    Improved Part Search in Editorsui ux

    Part search now gives more relevant results with short search terms.

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    Rebalanced Making History Partsbalance change

    Various parts from the Making History expansion have been rebalanced.

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    Dynamic Cube Maps for Shiny Partsvisuals

    Reflections of the environment now displayed on shiny parts.

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    Navigation Icons to Launch Sitesquality of life

    New waypoints for navigation to KSC or other launch sites from Map View.

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    Fix for Flashing Burn Indicatorbug fix

    Burn Indicator and DV display issues for prelaunch vessels fixed.

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    Performance Improvements for DV Calculationsperformance

    Optimized performance for Delta-v calculations used by Burn Indicator.

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    Helmets Off Featurenew content

    Kerbals can now remove their helmets and neck rings.

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    Fix SAS on Probesbug fix

    SAS on all probes in Sandbox and Science modes now operates correctly.

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    Automatic Warp to Next Maneuver Nodequality of life

    Now takes the player to a margin before the start burn time.

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    New Modding Features for Kerbalsmodding

    Kerbal helmet check values are now controllable via cfg.

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    Fix for Docking Ports and DV Calculationbug fix

    Correct handling of docking ports and engines for DV calculation.

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    Delta-v per Stage and Delta-v Tool Appnew contentMilestone

    Visualize Delta-v values for each stage and overall vessel while building.

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    Fix for Drills Operationbug fix

    Drills can now operate and generate ore only when deployed.

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    Keyboard Navigation for Main Dialogsui ux

    Added keyboard arrows navigation for main dialogs and menus.

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  2. 14 events
    Kerbals Swimming Position Fixbug fix

    Kerbals now appear swimming in the correct position on water bodies.

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    Revamped Fuel Tank Adaptersnew content

    Updated textures and additional variants for the O.M.B. Demolition Enterprises TVR-400L Stack Quad-Adapter.

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    Engine Rebalancingbalance change

    Rebalancing for Wolfhound, Cheetah, Kodiak, Mastodon, Cub, Skiff, and Bobcat LFO engines.

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    Fixed dV Calculation Issuesbug fix

    Resolved issues with dV calculation and handling of stages with multiple engines.

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    Redesigned 'Terrier' Enginenew content

    Aesthetic overhaul of the LV-909 'Terrier' Liquid Fuel Engine with new variants.

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    Revamped Nose Conesnew content

    Facelift for several nose cones with new textures and collider revisions.

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    New Idle Animations for Kerbalsnew content

    Idle animations for Kerbals that trigger after 10 seconds of inactivity.

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    Delta-v per Stage and Delta-v Tool Appnew contentMilestone

    New feature to visualize delta-v values for each stage and overall vessel.

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    Null-Reference Exception Fix in Mission Builderbug fix

    Fixed a Null-Reference Exception when changing 'Location' settings.

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    Redesigned 'Poodle' Enginenew content

    Complete makeover of the Rockomax RE-L10 'Poodle' Liquid Fuel Engine.

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    Mk2 Lander Can IVA Revampnew content

    Newly modeled IVA for the Mk2 Lander Can to accommodate Kerbals.

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    Dynamic Cube Maps Introductionnew content

    New shader for metallic parts to reflect the surrounding environment.

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    Drills Functionality Fixbug fix

    Drills now only operate and generate ore when properly deployed.

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    Hiding EVA Helmet Featurenew content

    Ability to remove Kerbals' helmets and neck rings.

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  3. 8 events
    SAS Functionality Adjustmentbug fix

    Adjusted SAS functionality on probes in Sandbox and Science modes for consistency.

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    New Variants for 48-7S Spark Enginenew content

    The Spark Liquid Fuel Engine has been redesigned with three new variants and enhanced details.

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    KSP Enhanced Edition Updateperformance

    KSP Enhanced Edition is receiving a substantial update including performance improvements.

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    Vernor Engines Fuel Usage Correctionbug fix

    Vernor Engines now correctly use Liquid Fuel and Oxidizer in the Engineering report.

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    Revamped Fuel Tank Adaptersnew content

    Kerbodyne ADTP-2-3 Adapter and TVR Stack Couplers received new textures and variants.

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    Updated Mk2 Lander Cannew content

    The Mk2 Lander Can received a mass reduction, new attach nodes, and a new variant.

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    Activate Navigation to Launch Sitequality of life

    Players can now activate navigation to various launch sites from the Map View.

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    Fixed dV Calculator Bugsbug fix

    Resolved issues with the dV calculator in the burn time indicator.

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  4. 11 events
    Game Optimization for 4K Resolutionperformance

    Optimized the game for 4K resolution and increased UI scale to 200%.

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    Higher Impact Tolerance for Solar Panelsbalance change

    Increased impact tolerance for retracted solar panels.

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    Fix for Mini-Biomes Persistencebug fix

    Fixed issue with mini-biomes persisting after moving the vessel away.

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    Underwater Fly Through Nodesnew content

    Players can now place Fly Through Nodes underwater for expanded mission creation.

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    New EVA and IVA Space Suitsnew content

    Both the recruit and veteran classic EVA and IVA Space Suits have been overhauled for a sleeker look.

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    Improved Burn Time Informationgameplay

    Burn time indicator recalculated based on dV, with added staging indicator.

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    Part Count Nodenew content

    New node to compare vessel state and part count during missions.

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    Revamped Partsvisuals

    Many parts have been given a fresh new look with updated geometry and texture maps.

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    Fix for Incorrect Tooltip Iconsbug fix

    Resolved issue with incorrect tooltip icons in the R&D scene.

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    Fix for Kerbal EVA Clippingbug fix

    Fixed clipping issue when Kerbals are forcefully dismounted from external command seats.

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    Hotfix for Aerodynamics Issuebug fix

    Addressed issue with body lift being applied in the wrong direction due to asteroid physics code interference.

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  5. 26 events
    Fix wheel explosions on dockingbug fix
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    Fix Kerbal on EVA occlusionbug fix

    Fix Kerbal on EVA occlusion inside all cargo bays as well as when the enter/leave command seats inside cargo bays.

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    Fix localization issue in Station One scenariobug fix

    Fix a localization issue that caused the Station One scenario to be corrupted in Asian languages.

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    Fix Mission Builder exiting issuesbug fix

    Fixed Mission Builder exiting in some cases not closing the 'Launch New Test' dialog.

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    Fix Out of Range error on Vessel Explode actionbug fix
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    Fix target Launch Site name displaybug fix

    Fix where on the Mission App it was not displaying correctly the target Launch Site name with the nodes: Vessel Destroyed and Vessel Landed.

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    Fix test Kerbal EVA nodebug fix

    Fix test Kerbal EVA node when assigning specific vessels to the node for EVA test.

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    Fix Aero FX in IVA modebug fix

    Fix Aero FX appearing in IVA mode inside the models.

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    Fix FlyThrough nodes waypoint detectionbug fix

    Fix FlyThrough nodes waypoint being at surface and not the target location.

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    Fix SnapToGrid locking in Mission Builderbug fix
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    Fix for EVA facial animations corruptionbug fix

    Fixed a bug where EVA facial animations were corrupted when the kerbal was mid-air and a quicksave was loaded.

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    Fix vessels jumping when dockingbug fix

    Fix vessels jumping when docking landed to a large mass vessel.

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    Fix missing string for Snap to Grid tooltipbug fix
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    Fix persistence for Ignoresurfacevelocity settingbug fix
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    Fix Reentry FX on Fairingsbug fix
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    Pop dialogs can now be closed with ESC keyui ux
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    Fix mission breaking when deleting a nodebug fix

    Fix mission breaking and PauseMenu lockup when a node is deleted from end of mission path.

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    Fix for Steam Workshop Craft download issuebug fix

    Fix Steam Workshop Craft will not download if deleted when subscribed to then resubscribed to when in the VAB.

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    Fix for steam items populating in wrong tabsbug fix

    Fix populating steam items into the wrong tabs in the craft browser/play missions dialog if the user switches tabs whilst waiting for responses from Steam.

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    Fix Engineers report size dimensionsbug fix

    Fix Engineers report not taking variants into account for size dimensions.

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    Improvements to wheels/legs behaviorbalance change

    Improvements to wheels/legs bouncing/sliding and oscillations, particularly when overloaded.

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    Fix Asian fonts in mission listbug fix
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    Added ModuleTestSubject for MH Partsnew content
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    Fix vessels splashed inside another splashed vesselbug fix

    Fix vessels splashed inside another splashed vessel being removed when outside physics bubble.

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    Fix settings showing for expansion when not installedbug fix
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    Fix undo in VAB/SPHbug fix

    Fix undo in VAB/SPH not working when you delete all but the root part.

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  6. 6 events
    Various Bug Fixes for Base Game and Expansionbug fix

    This patch includes various improvements and bug fixes for both the base game and the Making History Expansion.

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    Language Correctionslocalization

    Improvements made to language translations in the game.

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    Steam Workshop Integrationperformance

    Full in-game integration of the Official KSP Steam Workshop hub.

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    Improved Controller Supportui ux

    Expanded controller support via the Steam Controller framework.

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    Launch of Making History 1.3 Expansionnew contentMilestone

    The Making History expansion has been updated to version 1.3.

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    Cloud Saves ImplementationsystemMilestone

    Cloud Saves feature added for both game saves and missions.

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  7. 4 events
    Cloud Saves Implementationquality of lifeMilestone

    Players can access their game saves and mission files from any computer via Steam Cloud Saves.

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    Official KSP Steam Workshop Hub Integrationnew contentMilestone

    Launch of the Official KSP Steam Workshop hub with in-game integration for mission and craft sharing.

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    FX Improvements and Language Correctionschanges

    Various improvements including FX enhancements and language corrections.

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    Expanded Controller Supportui ux

    Improved controller support including configurations for DualShock and Xbox controllers, plus new layouts for EVA situations.

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  8. 18 events
    New Parts and Astronaut Suitsnew content

    New parts and astronaut suits inspired by the Space Race are included in the expansion.

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    Introduction of Mission Builder Featurenew contentMilestone

    Players can create and share their own scenarios with customizable missions including launches, landings, and challenges.

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    Introduction of Mission Buildernew contentMilestone

    A powerful and intuitive Mission Builder allows players to create and share their own scenarios.

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    Kerbal Space Program: Making History Expansion Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    The first expansion adds new content including a Mission Builder and a History Pack with missions inspired by historical space exploration.

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    Mission Builder Featurenew contentMilestone

    A new feature allowing players to create and share custom missions with unique victory conditions and challenges.

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    Introduction of the Mission Buildernew contentMilestone

    A powerful and intuitive Mission Builder allows players to create and share their own scenarios.

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    History Pack with Pre-Made Missionsnew contentMilestone

    Includes a variety of pre-made missions inspired by historic events in space exploration.

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    Kerbal Space Program: Making History Expansion Release Datedlc releaseMilestone

    The Making History Expansion will be available for PC on March 13th, 2018.

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    New Parts and Astronaut Suitsnew content

    New parts and astronaut suits inspired by the Space Race are included in the expansion.

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    Over 70 New Parts and Astronaut Suitsnew content

    New parts and astronaut suits inspired by the Space Race added to the game.

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    Free Expansion for Early Supportersquality of life

    Players who purchased the game through April 2013 receive the expansion for free.

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    History Pack with Pre-Made Missionsnew contentMilestone

    Includes missions inspired by historical moments in space exploration for players to recreate.

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    History Pack of Pre-Made Missionsnew contentMilestone

    Includes a variety of pre-made missions inspired by historical moments in space exploration.

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    History Pack with Pre-Made Missionsnew contentMilestone

    Includes a set of missions inspired by historical moments in space exploration.

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    Free Expansion for Early Supportersquality of life

    Players who purchased the game through April 2013 receive the expansion for free.

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    Addition of Over 70 New Parts and Astronaut Suitsnew content

    New parts and suits inspired by the Space Race are now available for use in the game.

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    Kerbal Space Program: Making History Expansion Release Datedlc releaseMilestone

    The Making History Expansion will be available for PC on March 13th, 2018.

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    Kerbal Space Program: Making History Expansion Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    The first expansion adds new content including a Mission Builder and a History Pack with pre-made missions.

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  9. 19 events
    Upcoming Update for Mod Creatorsmodding

    An additional update 1.4.1 will come alongside the Making History Expansion.

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    Kerbal Space Program 1.4: Away with Words MK-II Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    The game has been fully localized in 4 additional languages and includes a broad range of improvements and new content.

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    Improvements to UI and Quality of Lifequality of life

    Various improvements to the user interface and overall quality of life in the game.

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    Prioritized Vessel Naming Featuregameplay

    Attach naming information to command modules, allowing vessel names to be updated based on parts.

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    Prioritized Vessel Naming Featuregameplay

    Naming information can now be attached to command modules, updating vessel names based on parts.

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    Game Engine Upgrade to Unity 2017.1.3p1performanceMilestone

    Includes various performance enhancements and an upgrade to the Engine Particle System.

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    Game Engine Upgraded to Unity 2017.1.3p1performanceMilestone

    Includes various performance enhancements and an upgrade to the Engine Particle System.

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    VAB - SPH Editor Switchinggameplay

    New feature allows switching between the VAB and SPH at will.

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    Introduction of New Partsnew content

    3 brand new parts and replacements for a dozen existing parts, including the Mk 1-3 Pod.

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    Variant Switcher for Partsnew content

    Parts now have model and texture variations that can be switched during vessel construction.

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    Kerbal Space Program 1.4: Away with Words MK-II Releaseddlc releaseMilestone
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    Addition of New Partsnew contentMilestone

    Includes 3 brand new parts and replacements for a dozen existing parts, including the Mk 1-3 Pod.

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    VAB - SPH Editor Switchinggameplay

    Players can now switch between the VAB and SPH at will.

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    Variant Switcher for Partsnew content

    Parts now have model and texture variations that can be switched during vessel construction.

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    Kerbal Personal Parachutes Introducednew content

    Kerbals with level 3 and above experience now have fully steerable personal parachutes.

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    Game Fully Localized in 4 Additional Languageslocalization

    The game is now available in French, German, Italian, and Portuguese-Brazilian.

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    Introduction of Kerbal Personal Parachutesnew contentMilestone

    Kerbals with level 3 and above experience now have fully steerable personal parachutes.

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    Additional Language Localizationslocalization

    Game fully localized in French, German, Italian, and Portuguese-Brazilian.

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    Improvements to UI and Quality of Life Upgradesquality of life
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