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Universe Sandbox update for 30 May 2019

A Big Day for Physics | Update 22.3

Share · View all patches · Build 3874208 · Last edited 30 May 2019 – 21:10:06 UTC by Wendy

Patchnotes via Steam Community


This update officially switches over to our new physics system that is faster, more stable, and more accurate. This new system will be turned on by default, so there’s nothing you need to do to enjoy the improvement.

This update also includes a simulation commemorating an important historical date for physics: the 100-year anniversary of the total solar eclipse that was used to test and validate Einstein’s theory of general relativity.

Home > Open > The 100 Year Anniversary of the Eclipse That Validated General Relativity

General relativity is not simulated in Universe Sandbox, but even if it was, its effect would be hard to see. The difference in observed star position between Newton’s model and Einstein’s model is extremely small: about 1/2000th the width of the full moon.

Highlights from this update’s list of improvements and fixes:

  • New Delete tool

  • Reduced performance stuttering

  • Smoother trails for fast-moving objects

  • Fixes to updating Workshop sims

Please report any issues on our forum or via Home > Send Feedback.

Check our a full list of What's New in Update 22.3

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