Asteroids™ for PC Windows

Asteroids™ for Windows

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Overview

Since it formed over 4.5 billion years ago, Earth has been hit many times by asteroids and comets whose orbits bring them into the inner Solar System. These objects, collectively known as 'Near Earth Objects' or NEOs, still pose a danger to Earth today. Depending on the size of the impacting object, such a collision can cause massive damage on local to global scales. The Asteroids™ application gives you the means to monitor the position and trajectory of all known asteroids in our Solar System. To achieve that, it constantly calculates and updates the orbits of more than 1,400,000 asteroids (data obtained from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory). For NEOs, the data is aligned with the 'Center of Near Earth Objects Studies' (CNEOS). Some selected asteroids (e.g. Ceres, Bennu etc.) are even available as 3D models. Besides that, Asteroids™ is a perfect educational tool to learn more about our Solar System.

Features

3D Solar System (Planets, Moons, Asteroids, Comets)1,400,000+ Asteroids (selected ones as 3D models)Real-time Asteroid Orbit CalculationsVoice AlertsLive Tiles

What's new

Latest Version: 1.3.13.0 (February 2025) - Potential Asteroid Impactors News Ticker (see \'Assistant\' Tab) Version 1.3.11.0: - Reduced initial Lagging (NEOs Observation Mode) Version 1.3.8.0: - Didymos/Dimorphos Asteroid System Update (DART Impact) - Hotfix for Meteor Impact Visualization Version: 1.3.6.0: - DART Impact on Dimorphos Animation (see \'Tours\' Tab) Version 1.3.3.0: - Hotfix for Multithreading Issue (since 1.3.2.0) - Automatic Asteroids Database Updates (every 24h) - \'Report a Bug...\' Feature Version 1.3.0.0: - Slightly changed UI Experience - Meteors Visualization Version 1.2.11.0: - Support for hyperbolic Trajectories Version 1.2.5.0: - Update to \'SBDB Close-Approach Data API 1.5\' Version 1.2.1.0: - Shortcut for Asteroids Rotation Mode Version 1.1.56.0 - 1.1.59.0: - Asteroids Database now obtained from NASA\'s JPL Version 1.1.58.0: - Shortcut for Asteroids Panel Version 1.1.55.0: - Snapshot & Video Recording Capabilities - Size-adjustable Fonts (small, medium, large) New 3D Asteroids & Comets: - Version 1.2.11.0: Oumuamua - Version 1.1.62.0: Ryugu - Version 1.1.59.0: Borrelly, Hartley 2 - Version 1.1.56.0: Apophis, Didymos & Dimorphos, Psyche, Tempel 1 Note: Windows® N/KN editions need to install the \'Media Feature Pack\' (separate download). Install the \'English (United States)\' voices on non-English Windows® SKUs in order to enable speech output.

Additional Information

  • Developed by BINARY SPACE
  • Version 2025.02.19
  • Requires

    Available on: PC, Surface Hub

    OS: Windows 10 version 14393.0 or higher

    Keyboard: Integrated Keyboard

    Mouse: Integrated Mouse

    DirectX: Version 11

    Memory: 16 GB

    Video Memory: 2 GB

    Processor: 3.5 GHz

    Graphics Processor: 2560x1600

    Notes: DirectX® capable graphics card (download & install the latest drivers from the manufacturer e.g. NVidia or ATI) with 2GB RAM;Internet Connection (~500Mbps)

  • Published 2017-05-16
  • Size 982.79 MB
  • File Type appx/msix
  • Language
    English (United States)
  • Permissions

    Access your Internet connection

    Use your video library

    Use your pictures library

  • Microsoft Store ID 9mzmh9wzqsd5

How to download and install Asteroids™ from the Microsoft

To download and install Asteroids™ for PC from Microsoft, here are two methods you can follow. You can access the app directly on the Microsoft Store.

Method 1: Download and Install via the Microsoft Store

This is the most straightforward and secure way to get Asteroids™.

Step 1: Open the Microsoft Store

  • Click the Start Menu (Windows logo) at the bottom-left corner of your screen.
  • Search for Microsoft Store in the search bar and open it.
  • Step 2: Search for Asteroids™

  • In the Microsoft Store, type Asteroids™ into the search bar at the top and press Enter.
  • Select the app from the search results to open its detail page.
  • Step 3: Download and Install

  • Click the Get button (if the app is free) or Install to begin the download.
  • The app will automatically install after the download is complete.
  • Step 4: Access the App

  • Once installed, you can find Asteroids™ in your Start Menu or Apps List.
  • Open the app and follow the on-screen instructions to use.
  • Method 2: Download from the Official Microsoft Website

    If you prefer downloading directly from the web, you can use the official Microsoft website.

    Step 1: Visit the Asteroids™ Page

  • Open your browser and go to the Asteroids™ page
  • Step 2: Download the App

  • Click the Get in Store app button on the webpage.
  • This will redirect you to the Microsoft Store app on your PC.
  • Step 3: Install Asteroids™

  • Follow the same steps as in Method 1 to download and install Asteroids™.
  • Step 4: Use Asteroids™

  • Launch Asteroids™ from your Start Menu or Apps List.
  • Tips for a Smooth Installation

  • Ensure your PC is connected to the internet.
  • Keep your Windows operating system updated for the best performance.
  • Conclusion:

    Both methods ultimately utilize the Microsoft Store, ensuring the app's safety and reliability. Whether you prefer browsing within the Store or starting via the website, both approaches lead you to successfully download and install Asteroids™.
    Asteroids™ for PC Windows

    Asteroids™ for PC

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    Asteroids™ for PC Windows

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