Space Engineers 2 is set to launch in early access on January 27, 2025, and is highly anticipated due to the success of its predecessor, which has maintained an impressive 89% Steam review score from nearly 100,000 users since its full launch in 2019.

Initially priced at $29.99 in the U.S. and £24.99 in the U.K., the game will see gradual price increases as more content is released, with the early access period expected to last until the end of 2027.

Developed by Keen Software House, the game leverages over a decade of experience and utilizes the new VRAGE3 engine to enhance gameplay.

The alpha version will introduce a creative mode featuring a new 25cm unified grid system, allowing for smoother and more efficient construction.

Players can expect significant visual improvements, including dynamic fractures, ray tracing, global illumination, and tessellated terrain, which will create a stunning game environment.

Among the advanced features is a hand-crafted space suit equipped with a mag-lock boot for low-gravity movement and a thruster boost for enhanced mobility.

A modular copy and paste tool will allow players to replicate structures, significantly enhancing gameplay efficiency.

Future updates will expand gameplay with exciting features such as planetary exploration, new tools, and the introduction of volumetric water for realistic ocean and river engineering.

Keen Software House has outlined a detailed post-launch roadmap, with Version 1.1 adding Steam Workshop support, Version 1.2 focusing on mechanics and interface enhancements, and Version 1.3 introducing modding support and a VRAGE editor.

The development plan also includes the addition of NPCs, a story campaign, and multiplayer features, with further updates to be announced as development progresses.