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Approximately Up

Approximately Up is a space sandbox builder by Approximately Games. Build a fully modular spaceship from whatever bolts together long enough to fly, crash, and rebuild. Explore new planets in co-op multiplayer, mount giant thrusters and annoying cables, complete wild missions, and face the dangers of space. Released on Steam on August 6, 2026, with 14 languages, 22 achievements and Steam Workshop support.

Aug 6Release date

14Languages

22Achievements

Solo + Co-opModes

¥93On Steam (20% off)

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Approximately Up is a space sandbox builder by Approximately Games. Build a fully modular spaceship from whatever bolts together long enough to fly, crash, and rebuild. Explore new planets in co-op multiplayer, mount giant thrusters and annoying cables, complete wild missions, and face the dangers of space. Released on Steam on August 6, 2026, with 14 languages, 22 achievements and Steam Workshop support.

Approximately Up is developed and published by Approximately Games (self-published indie).
It released on Steam on August 6, 2026; a demo predates the full release.
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Official channels: approximatelyup.com, Discord, TikTok @approximatelyup and YouTube @ApproximatelyUp.

Released August 6, 2026 on Steam (¥93, currently 20% off)
Build, crash, rebuild — fully modular spaceships
Single-player + online co-op multiplayer
14 languages and 22 Steam achievements
Steam Workshop support
Self-published by Approximately Games (developer & publisher)

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How to Play Approximately UpNew to Approximately Up? Learn the build-crash-rebuild loop, modular ships, co-op multiplayer and planet exploration in this beginner's guide. Read the guide → Approximately Up Ship Building GuideLearn to build ships in Approximately Up: the modular build-crash-rebuild process, thrusters and cables, plus community needs like moon trips and… Read the guide → Approximately Up Blueprints GuideApproximately Up blueprints: what we know about finding and using blueprints, Steam Workshop support, and what is still unverified. Read the guide → Approximately Up Wiring & Electronics GuideApproximately Up wiring and electronics: cables in builds, community questions about the vacuum tube era and the Remapper — with unverified… Read the guide → Approximately Up ControlsApproximately Up control guide: what we know about keyboard and mouse, controller support, and the in-game remapper — plus what is still unverified. Read the guide → Approximately Up Multiplayer GuideApproximately Up multiplayer explained: online co-op, how many players, whether there is asynchronous multiplayer, and what is still unverified. Read the guide →

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Approximately Up Best Ship DesignsApproximately Up ship design ideas: starting points for your own builds, community design questions, and where to find more designs. Read the guide → Approximately Up System RequirementsApproximately Up PC system requirements: minimum and recommended specs are not yet verified — here is what we know and how to check compatibility. Read the guide → Approximately Up Console Release: PS5, Xbox & Switch…Is Approximately Up coming to PS5, Xbox or Switch? No official announcement yet — here is the console release status and how to follow official… Read the guide → Approximately Up Mods GuideApproximately Up mods explained: Steam Workshop support, how to subscribe to mods, and community mod questions like multiple ships. Read the guide → Approximately Up Patch NotesApproximately Up patch notes and update history: launch info, where official updates are posted, and our tracked changelog (unverified items… Read the guide → Approximately Up Demo vs Full GameApproximately Up demo vs full version: release dates, price, Workshop and achievements — and what content differences are still unverified. Read the guide →

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Approximately Up AchievementsApproximately Up achievements overview: 22 Steam achievements confirmed, full list being verified, and how to track progress. Read the guide → Approximately Up Achievements ListApproximately Up has 22 Steam achievements. The full list of names is still being verified — here is what is confirmed. Read the guide → Approximately Up ShipsIndex of Approximately Up ship content: building guide, ship designs, blueprints and the modular shipbuilding basics. Read the guide → Approximately Up BlueprintsIndex of Approximately Up blueprint content: how to use blueprints, where to find ship designs, and the Steam Workshop. Read the guide → Approximately Up GuidesAll Approximately Up guides in one index: how to play, ship building, controls, multiplayer, mods, achievements and more. Read the guide →