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2008 PC −33 % 30.49 € 20.42 € 7 days left 👍 96 % Overwhelmingly positive, 27,448 reviews on Steam

A space sandbox where you create, alter and destroy planets, stars and entire galaxies with realistic gravity, collisions and climate simulation. It is about free experimentation and wonder rather than goals or story.

What defines Universe Sandbox:

  • Open world
  • Cosy, great for unwinding
  • Lavish presentation
  • Sci-fi setting

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