- Patch 2.3.21 - 25 May 2026
Hi explorers, Here's another patch update. Thanks to japp_02 for the reporting! changed: improved clouds on Proxima Centauri b. fixed: crashes when collecting artifacts on Cube Field and Luyten b. Take care, nkm
- Patch 2.3.20 - 25 February 2026
A small patch that adds a hint on how to invert the y axis.
- 2.3 Nebula Update released! - 11 February 2026
2.3 Nebula Update has been released today, February 11, marking the game’s 5th anniversary!The following video highlights the major new features in this update.Below is a brief overview of the features and changes included in this major update.NebulasUpdate 2.3 introduces a new world type: the Nebula. Nebula Worlds are breathtaking expanses of glowing gas and dust, illuminated by shifting light and charged particles. Beneath their beauty lies danger: powerful radiation and dangerous lightning discharges. Explorers can undertake a new study task focused on collecting nebular plasma.CodexThe Codex is a new knowledge system that rewards exploration. By collecting stones and artifacts, explorers unlock Codex entries on a wide range of topics, such as ocean worlds and asteroids, and earn badges for their discoveries.Claim Highest ElevationExplorers can now claim the highest elevation in a sy…
- Update 2.3 - coming February 11th: nebulas, codex and more - 4 January 2026
The next major update, Update 2.3, will be released on February 11, celebrating the game’s 5th anniversary!Here’s a brief look at the features and changes coming in this major update:NebulasUpdate 2.3 will introduce a new world type: the Nebula. Nebula Worlds are breathtaking expanses of glowing gas and dust, illuminated by shifting light and charged particles. Beneath their beauty lies danger: powerful radiation and dangerous lightning discharges. Explorers can undertake a new study task focused on collecting nebular plasma.CodexThe Codex is a new knowledge system that rewards exploration. By collecting stones and artifacts, explorers unlock Codex entries on a wide range of topics, such as ocean worlds and asteroids, and earn badges for their discoveries.Claim Highest ElevationExplorers can now claim the highest elevation in a system. Record-breaking peaks are stored globally under the…
- Patch 2.2.6 - 29 December 2025
A small fix to prevent controls from locking up on the Earth Analog Report screen. Thanks to Miridiana for reporting! nkm
- Patch 2.2.5 - 10 December 2025
Another hotfix patch which addresses the following issues: when using keyboard/mouse controls, one could get stuck in the Analysis Result screen. exiting the Analysis screen before performing the actual analysis was intepreted as a failed analysis. the Repair option could show up in the Ship screen even when a ship system was indicated to be at health 100%. Thanks to RolandD for reporting these issues! nkm
- Patch 2.2.4 - 7 December 2025
Hotfix patch that fixes a load issue in the Asteroids Field.
- Work on 2.3 underway! - 2 November 2025
Hi deep space explorers,Here's a sneek preview on the next big update (v2.3) which will at least contain:gas clouds a.k.a. nebulasdust cloudsa new game mechanic about elevationa new Knowledge Badge game mechanicThe nebula system looks incredible already :) Can’t wait to show everyone the final look!ETA: Q1 2026 but hopefully by the end of this year
- v2.2.4 - 22 October 2025
Another hot fix patch, fixing locked inputs on some loads. Thanks to Tarikja for reporting!
- v2.2.3 - 20 October 2025
Hot fix update that fixes potential control locking in the Map/Ship/Item/Study screens.
- Beyond the Event Horizon - 18 October 2025
Hello deep space explorers!A new update has arrived for Earth Analog! This time, a powerful new world type emerges: the Black Hole. Found only within the dangerous Red Sectors, these cosmic giants possess gravity so intense it bends light and dilates time itself. Dare to approach the event horizon and uncover what lies beyond?Gravitational LensingExperience true gravitational lensing as light warps and bends around the black hole’s impossible gravity.Time DilationExperience real time dilation: the closer you get to the black hole or neutron star, the faster time passes for the rest of the universe.Graviton CrystalFormed under extreme gravitational stress, Graviton Crystals can be found near black holes... if you're able to land there...Singularity AnalyzerConstruct the Singularity Analyzer and collect invaluable readings from within the gravitational abyss.Detailed changesnew: black hol…
- Earth Analog v2.1 - native controller support - 20 September 2025
Greetings, Deep Space Explorers! Just four months after the massive 2.1 update, a brand-new update has arrived for Earth Analog! This one brings one of the most requested features: full game controller support. Now you can explore deep space straight from the comfort of your couch.The entire control system has been refined and overhauled, delivering a smoother, more immersive experience than ever before.Other highlights of this update are:Dynamic shadows for polygon meshesPolygon-based geometry, such as vegetation and constructions, now casts dynamic shadows.Improved volumetric clouds Cloud rendering has been enhanced, and clouds now appear across many more planetary systems.UI improvementsBeyond styling tweaks, this update adds resource icons, button hover states, controller hints, and many other small improvements.The full change log:new: (Switch/Xbox) controller support (via Steam In…
- Update 2.0.44 - 28 June 2025
Hi exployers, Another update has landed! This one focuses on improved space backdrops, smoother jumping, and a range of bug fixes and enhancements. Details: new: high res space / stars rendering new: jumping to another system is now done within the ship HUD instead of in the Map Screen, which improves immersion. new: non-linear jump trajectories. changed: when multiple POI are detected simultaneously then only one HUD sound will be played. changed: yield from drilling some depends on drill depth. The deeper you drill, the higher the yield. changed: limited the width of the HUD ladder. fixed: issue where a three-piece theorem grants the same knowledge amount as a two-piece theorem. fixed: when disembarking the ship at certain angles, one would sometimes fall back into the ship. Thanks for your ongoing feedback! More to come soon. Regards, nkm
- Update 2.0.30 - 21 June 2025
Hi deep space explorers! This update introduces a new Field of View setting (as requested by some of you) and improves vegetation density and view distance. Several bugs have also been fixed, including head bobbing after leaving the ship. More to come! new: Field of View setting. changed: vegetation is now more dense and has a larger view distance. fixed: head bobbing that could occur after disembarking the ship. fixed: vegetation placement issues. fixed: issue where the player was launched into the air after exiting pause state (when on foot). fixed: fog issue on random ocean worlds. fixed: issue where a Find DE task was given in a Gas Giant system. fixed: issue on Panmer 33 where artifact could not be picked up. fixed: issue in the title screen that allowed pressing buttons multiple times in succession. Regards, nkm
- Earth Analog v2.0 - Biggest update so far! - 26 May 2025
Greetings, Deep Space Explorers! We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Earth Analog v2.0 - the first major update to the game! This update brings game-changing new features, along with a host of improvements based on your valuable feedback. We've tackled many of the known issues and refined the experience to make your journey through the mysterious deep space even more immersive. Here’s a look at the most significant changes: New Features Refined Flight Mechanics This update introduces a simplified, streamlined control system, a new auto-leveling feature, and a reworked throttle that replaces Full Thrust mode - all designed to make planetary flight smoother, more intuitive, and more relaxing. Planetary System Study The Knowledge system has been replaced with an all-new gameplay mechanic centered around conducting scientific research on exoplanets. Complete tasks such as scanning alie…
- Earth Analog Feature Roadmap - 9 March 2025
I'm excited to share the feature roadmap for Earth Analog! Here’s a look at what’s coming: The next major release, v2.0, is packed with new features. It will be released on the 26th of May. Check out the details here. v2.1, expected Q4 this year will extend the building system to ship building. A new cloud tech will also be introduced, as well as more Point-of-Interest variety and the ability to star-jump directly from the HUD for seamless interstellar travel. v2.2, expected 2026, will bring back the probe and add interesting space phenomena like nebulas, black holes, time dilation and planet rotation. Note that this is the current roadmap and subject to change. Also note that Earth Analog v2.0 saves will not be compatible with v1.x saves. The v1.x branch of the game will remain playable. Thanks for your continued support! I'm excited to see how players will explore these new game syste…
- Earth Analog v2.0 will launch in Q2 2025 - 15 December 2024
Hello, Explorers! I’m pleased to share an update on the upcoming Earth Analog 2.0. The playtest round went very well, with most testers enjoying the new game mechanics. The building system, in particular, received a lot of positive feedback. It’s great to see these features resonating with players, and I’m looking forward to making them available to everyone. With that said, it’s official: Earth Analog 2.0 is set to launch in Q2 2025. More updates will follow as we approach the release. Cheers, nkm
- Exciting v2.0 Update: Playtest Launch and What to Expect! - 19 October 2024
Hello deep space explorers, Here's an update on the upcoming free EA update! Plus, a question: who’s interested in playtesting the first two planetary systems of the new update and provide us with feedback? DM me if you're in (or reply to this announcement): your feedback will shape this game. Progress on the next update is moving along smoothly and steadily. There are so many changes that we've decided to call it v2.0! :) Here’s a breakdown of the key changes you can look forward to: v2.0 will emphasize your role as a deep space explorer/scientist. A new gameplay mechanic called the "Planetary System Study" will be introduced, where you must complete study tasks to deliver a final assessment of the system. Tasks could include things like “find and scan this plant species” or “build an atmospheric probe to analyze the atmosphere.” Each completed task reveals more about the planetary sys…
- Work on next update started! - 16 March 2024
Hi Earth analog seekers, Even though it's been quiet on the Earth Analog front lately that does not mean nothing is brewing ːsteamhappyː Work has been underway for a while on a new update, focusing on the following: Introducing a Lego-inspired construction system that allows you to create buildings on fractal worlds. This same system will be utilized for modeling the ship. Just imagine constructing your own house on a distant fractal world in another dimension... Overhauling the flight model to make flying much easier and more satisfying. Redesigning the cockpit's small screen UI. Currently, it's too small for many to read and cumbersome to interact with. Overhauling the tutorial. I can't provide an ETA yet, as I really want to take my time with this update to get it right. Thanks for your attention! nkm
- Update 1.3.6 - 12 August 2023
Greetings explorers and specifically AMD GPU owners! This update should fix the black screen issues some of you were experiencing: fixed: shader compilation errors on AMD GPUs. IMPORTANT: update to the latest version of the AMD graphics card driver Please let me know if this fix works. Regards, nkm
