# Space Exploration Video Games Astroneer Comes in Perfect Timing to Recent NASA Discoveries By Meghan Young | Published 2015-10-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astroneer References: [theverge](http://www.theverge.com/2015/10/8/9483347/astroneer-video-game-space-exploration) & [astroneer.space](http://astroneer.space/) Astroneer is the name of an [adorable video game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindseye-game) that is sure to gain quite a bit of traction by more than just gamers. With the recent finding that there is in fact water on Mars as well as other incredible [space exploration news](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interstellar-arc), Astroneer allows people to channel their inner astronaut to truly appreciate such discoveries. Built with Unreal Engine 4 by System Era, Astroneer is set to released in early 2016. According to the creators, "Astroneer is game about wonder, discovery, power, greed, mystery, and grand endeavor in a new age of expansion on the fringes of humanity." Those who play will take on the role of an [adventure-happy explorer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astral-wield) for a company called Exo Dynamics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Space Exploration Video Games:** The rise of space exploration video games can lead to opportunities for creating interactive and educational experiences for players interest in science and space exploration. - **Gamification of STEM Education:** The gamification of STEM education can increase student engagement and interest in science and technology. - **Virtual Reality Space Exploration:** Advancements in virtual reality technology can lead to fully immersive space exploration experiences for consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Video Game Industry:** Video game developers and publishers can capitalize on the growing interest in space exploration by creating immersive and educational games that appeal to a wide range of audiences. - **STEM Education Industry:** The STEM education industry can use gamification to foster interest and engagement among students and develop innovative ways of teaching science and technology concepts. - **Virtual Reality Industry:** The virtual reality industry can create fully immersive space exploration experiences that allow consumers to explore the universe in a more meaningful way. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Space-Centric Metaverse Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-horizons.md) - [Team-Based Sci-Fi Shooter Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildgate.md) - [Galactic Survival Simulators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranded-alien-dawn.md) - [Space Exploration Mods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-rocketry.md) - [Sandbox Sci-Fi MMO Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stars-reach.md) - [Update Space Exploration Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-mans-sky-cross-save.md) - [Computer-Generated Game Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbital-update.md) - [AR Space Agency Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-nasa-app.md) - [Mixed Reality Intergalactic Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starship-home.md)