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SPATION: frequently asked questions

Short answers to what new pilots ask most. Anything missing? Ask us on Discord.

  • Free to play
  • Runs in your browser
  • No download
  • No sign-up

What is SPATION?

A free space sandbox MMO with real orbital physics that runs in your browser. You mine, craft, fit your ship and fly in one shared star cluster with other pilots. Start with how to play or see how orbital mechanics feel.

Is SPATION free?

Yes, it is free to play. We do not sell power: if we ever sell anything, it will be cosmetic or a way to support us, never an advantage in a fight.

Do I need to download anything?

No. Open the page in your browser and press PLAY NOW.

Do I need an account?

No, you start as a guest. When you want to keep your pilot on another device, secure it with a password from the game menu.

Can I play on a phone or tablet?

Yes, with touch controls made for phones and tablets. A computer with keyboard and mouse gives you the most control.

Is it multiplayer?

Yes. Everyone flies in the same star cluster: chat, team up in a party, or send a friend a link that starts them next to you.

Is there PvP?

Only in the dangerous zones near the centre of the cluster, outside the station safe zones. The outer zones where you start are safe from other pilots.

What happens if my ship is destroyed?

Your money is always safe. Near the rim you only pay for repairs; further in you can lose your cargo, and in the deepest zones what you had fitted. You always know the rule before you enter.

Are there classes?

No. You become what you fly, and you can change direction any time.

When do players meet?

Every Sunday at 20:00 Central European Time for Flight Night. Our Discord announces events.

Is the game finished?

It is playable now and grows with new updates almost every day: see the changelog.

How do I report a bug?

Use the bug report in the game menu or tell us on Discord.

Who makes SPATION?

A ship arriving at a station beside a small moon, inside a red nebula

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