What changed in Kerbal Space Program in 2021

31 updates · 3 main milestones · Jan 28, 2021 to Dec 13, 2021

  1. 4 events
    Improved Rotating Docking Ports Driftbug fix

    Resolved drifting issues with rotating docking ports when left locked; players can now quicksave/reload or timewarp to reset part placement.

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    Add UpgradePipeline Support for PartModule Renamingmodding
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    Fix AOORE in Assembly Loading of Duplicate Mod DLLsbug fix

    Resolved issues with loading of some mods due to AOORE errors.

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    Improved Robotic Parts Driftbug fix

    Addressed drifting issues with robotic parts when left locked; players can now quicksave/reload or timewarp to reset part placement.

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  2. 6 events
    Maneuver Creator Appnew contentMilestone

    Quickly generate transfers to celestial bodies and see upcoming transfer windows.

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    New Slim Suitnew content

    Introduction of a sleek-looking spacesuit with three color variations.

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    Wheel Improvementsbalance change

    Major tuning of wheels, fixing stress tolerance and improving suspension and friction model.

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    Alarm Clock Appnew contentMilestone

    New tool to set alarms for maneuvers and orbital positions with customizable alarm sounds.

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    10th Anniversary Fireworksnew content

    Addition of two configurable firework launchers for vehicles to celebrate the anniversary.

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    Craft and Save Loading Improvementsnew contentMilestone

    Revamp to craft and game save loading with search, foldering, and cross-save access.

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  3. 4 events
    New Solar Panelsnew content

    Four new photovoltaic panels have been added, including enhanced versions and large retractable solar panels.

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    Eeloo and Pol Texture Revampsnew content

    Eeloo and Pol have received new high-quality textures and shaders as part of the update.

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    Ground Anchornew content

    A new Ground Anchor element allows players to anchor vessels to the ground for base building.

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    Revamped and Rotating Docking Portsnew content

    All docking ports have been aesthetically revamped and now allow players to rotate docking port collars.

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  4. 5 events
    Fix craft wobbling during EVAConstructionbug fix

    Fix craft can wobble or even have some parts destroyed when interacting with parts and inventory slots during EVAConstruction in Flight.

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    Fix NRE on RCSFX causing game issuesbug fix

    Fix NRE on returning to physics range of RCSFX on command pods causing game to become non-savable or usable in some cases.

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    Fix invalidating EVA construction placementbug fix

    Fix same part collisions invalidating valid EVA construction placement on some parts.

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    Fix incorrect thrust direction of RCS partbug fix

    Fix the Place Anywhere 1 linear RCS part thrusting the wrong way.

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    Fix Resource App UI display for EVA kerbalsbug fix

    Fix Resource App resource totals UI display for EVA kerbals carrying multiple resources including EVA propellant total on every resource.

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  5. 12 events
    Revamped MK1 and MK2 spot lightsvisuals

    Revamped MK1 and MK2 spot lights with a new white variant.

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    Kerbals can assist Engineers in EVA Constructiongameplay

    Kerbals can now assist an Engineer in construction to move heavier parts.

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    Fix for detaching parts orientationbug fix

    Fix when detaching a part from a vessel to keep its orientation.

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    Fix for EVA kerbals unable to use static laddersbug fix

    Fix EVA kerbals unable to use static ladders (Ladders on Launchpads and buildings).

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    KSPedia fixes in multiple languageslocalization

    Numerous KSPedia fixes in multiple languages.

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    Fix for lights not persisting colorbug fix

    Fix lights reset to white after configuration.

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    Construction panel improvementsui ux

    Construction panel now shows manipulation weight limit and assistants count.

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    Fix for waypoint marker disappearingbug fix

    Fix waypoint marker for rover construction contracts disappearing.

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    Thrust Limiter added to Kerbal Jetpacksbalance change

    Added Thrust Limiter field to Kerbal Jetpacks for finer control.

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    Fix for dropped parts being teleportedbug fix

    Fix dropped parts being teleported to the ground when dropped in the air.

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    Tech Tree reload via static methodsmodding

    Allow reload of Tech Tree via static methods in any scene via cfg file reference.

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    Fix for background icon not appearingbug fix

    Fix background icon not appearing when first picking a part from inventory.

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