Star Sailors – Explore space and contribute to real scientific research

Summary: Star Sailors is a browser-based citizen science game that uses real astronomical data to let players explore space, discover exoplanets, and track celestial objects. It enables users to learn scientific methods through gameplay while contributing to actual research without requiring a scientific background.

What it does

Players deploy a virtual telescope to discover and customize exoplanets, monitor weather systems, and hunt asteroids and comets using authentic astronomical data. The game facilitates collaboration among citizen scientists to advance scientific knowledge.

Who it's for

It is designed for anyone interested in contributing to science through interactive gameplay, regardless of age or educational background.

Why it matters

Star Sailors opens scientific research to a broad audience by combining gaming with real data, enabling meaningful citizen science participation.