Best Outer Space Apps and Games for Kids

Last updated: February 5, 2021

Space frequently captures our imagination. It's vast, it's full of mystery, and there are lots of incredible constellations and sights scattered across the stars. Below, we've gathered a handful of apps and games based around exploration and observation of the stars. We've even included some strategy games to let young astronauts try their hand at space colonization, which seems to be the future of the space program. For kids who are interested in simulations, make sure you check out our Simulation Games and Apps list, and for kids who are fans of science, check out the STEM: Apps, TV, and More for Science, Tech, Engineering, and Math list.