SpaceEngine version 0.990 (also known as 0.9.9.0) is the first paid edition of the popular universe simulator, having launched on Steam and GOG in June 2019. While older legacy versions like 0.9.8.0 were released as freeware, version 0.990 is a commercial product.
Upgrading to the paid 0.990 version provides several technical advantages over the old free builds: SpaceEngine 0.990 release date! space engine 0990 free download fix
This was the final free release before the transition to Steam. You can often find setup files hosted on community wikis like the SpaceEngine Database Fandom or official forum mirrors. SpaceEngine version 0