Star Explorer - Version 1.0 r1 Star Explorer is the ultimate space simulator that allows you to journey to the stars on your PC. The program runs as a stand alone application or as a screen saver. A star database can be searched by name, distance, mass, luminosity and/or type. Using a realistic algorithm, Star Explorer generates fictitious planets and moons to explorer once you arrive into a new system. Attractive textures have been mapped and shaded to create a pleasant visual experience. The user interface has been designed to be simple and out of the way, so that you can enjoy your journey through space. Requires DirectX.