Explore the Universe 2175 – The First Gameplay Trailer Is Live

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Today I released the first gameplay trailer for Explore the Universe 2175. This project has been a long time in the making, and this trailer is the first public look at what the game actually is to play — not a cinematic pitch, but a snapshot of the systems I’ve been building. Explore the Universe … Read more

Venus – Earth’s Mysterious Evil Twin

Radar Observations of Venus This hemispheric view of Venus was created using radar observations, including images from NASA's Magellan spacecraft. Magellan imaged more than 98% of Venus. Gaps in the Magellan coverage were filled with images from the Earth-based Arecibo radar. The composite image was processed to improve contrast and to emphasize small features, and was color-coded to represent elevation. Magellan launched on May 4, 1989, and was deployed from the cargo bay of Space Shuttle Atlantis on May 5, 1989. The spacecraft orbited Venus from Aug. 10, 1990, until Oct. 13, 1994 when the spacecraft was commanded to plunge into the atmosphere of Venus. - NASA

The second planet from the Sun, Venus is often called Earth’s “sister planet” because of their similar size and mass. But the similarities end there, Venus is the hottest planet in our solar system, with surface temperatures around 464°C (867°F) – hot enough to melt lead. This extreme heat comes from a runaway greenhouse effect caused by its thick atmosphere, which is about 96% carbon dioxide.

Grind – the E.T.

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This song captures the feeling of motion, tension, and breakthrough. The bass grinds forward like machinery under impossible strain, while bright plasma-like melodies flare through the mix, carving shape and light into the dark. It’s music designed for momentum — for movement — for pushing through resistance into something brighter.

Creating Realistic Space Flight Simulations in Explore the Universe 2175

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My pride and joy of the game is its physics! I spent a shit load of time learning all about vectors and refreshing my calculus and trigonometry skills (very important!) to be able to properly test and implement the mathematics necessary to create an awesome game. A lot of people don’t realize this, but the … Read more

The Galaxy in Explore the Universe 2175

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Explore the Universe 2175 is a fully simulated galaxy—alive, evolving, and shaped by real astrophysics, emergent AI civilizations, and massive cosmic forces. From black holes and nebulae to fungal empires and machine swarms, this article dives deep into how the game’s Procedural Galaxy Generator creates a unique universe every time you play.

Explore the Universe 2175

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Explore the Universe 2175 is a 2D open world neon-sci-fi space game about black holes, AI factions, and humanity’s last stand. Watch the official cinematic trailer and dive into the tech, factions, and universe behind the game.

Saturn, Orbital Physics, and the birth of the Solar System

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Saturn isn’t just another gas giant — it’s a gravitational stage where some of the most important dramas and actors of our solar system are still unfolding. Every moon, every ring particle, every jet of plasma from its magnetosphere is a piece of the puzzle, and if you watch closely enough, you start to see the evolution of our solar system written into their motions.