Universe Sandbox on Mac

About Universe Sandbox

Universe Sandbox is a physics-based space simulator that allows you to create, destroy, and interact on an unimaginable scale.
It merges real-time gravity, climate, collision, and material interactions to reveal the beauty of our universe and the fragility of our planet.
Universe Sandbox includes the desktop version and a VR mode with support for the HTC Vive, Oculus Rift+Touch, and Windows Mixed Reality.
Simulate GravityN-body simulation at almost any speed using Newtonian mechanics. Real science, real physics, no supercomputer required. Collide Planets & StarsEpic, mind blowing collisions of massive planetary bodies that leave behind molten craters.
Create Your Own SystemsStart with a star, then add a planet. Spruce it up with moons, rings, comets, or even a black hole.
Model Earth’s ClimateWatch sea ice grow and recede with the seasons because of the tilt of the Earth: change the tilt and change the seasons. Or move the Earth farther from the Sun and freeze the entire planet. Learn more…
Supernova a StarMake a star evolve by cranking up its age or mass, then watch a supernova unfold.
Explore Historical EventsRide along with the Juno and New Horizons spacecraft, or view a total solar eclipse.
Throw Planets in VRJust grab and fling.
And more…
Material System – build planets out of Hydrogen, Iron, Rock, & Water
Stellar flares & volatile trails
Procedurally generated planets, stars, & galaxies
Pulsars
Light-warping black holes
Original soundtrack by Macoubre
Support for 20+ languages
Share & explore simulations on Steam Workshop

How to Run Universe Sandbox on Mac

Mac Version Not Available

Option 1: Use Parallels

Parallels is the fastest, easiest, and most powerful option to run Windows on your Mac. Data can be shared between Mac and Windows and switching between the two is as simple as switching screens. Run it On Mac recommends Parallels as the #1 best way to run Universe Sandbox on your Mac desktop or laptop.

Pros: Very Cost-Effective; Easily transfer files; Easily switch between Windows & Mac.

Cons: May see a slight decrease in performance; Cost varies from $50-80 for a personal license.

Option 2: Use Bootcamp

Boot Camp is a boot utility included with most Apple desktop and laptop products that allows users to install a Windows operating system alongside the native macOS/OS X operating system. Using Bootcamp is a relatively technical process and should probably only be undertaken by someone who understands the process.

Pros: Free; Good option if you need high performance or are using an older machine.

Cons: Switching between operating systems requires a restart; difficult, technical installation process.

Universe Sandbox System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • OS:Windows 7 64-Bit (32-bit not supported)
    • Processor:Intel Core 2 Duo e6400 or AMD Athlon x64 4000+
    • Video:DirectX 10+ capable Graphics Card
    • Memory:4 GB RAM
    • Storage:35 GB available HD space
    • Internet:Broadband Internet Connection Required

    Note: There is no Mac or Linux client currently available.

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