SkyORB Classic Astronomy

Unleash the power of the universe with SkyORB Classic Astronomy — rebuilt from the ground up for Windows with DirectX 12. Your all-in-one astronomy companion puts the cosmos at your fingertips. Why Choose SkyORB Classic? Fast & Lightweight: Optimized for Windows 11 with a modern DirectX 12 interface. Snappy, beautiful, and always responsive — whether you're on a powerful desktop or a Surface tablet. Real-Time 3D Universe: Immerse yourself in a breathtaking Direct3D rendering of our solar system. Watch planets orbit the sun in real-time. Zoom in for a closer look at the planets or zoom out to explore the entire Milky Way. Explore the Night Sky: SkyORB Classic brings the night sky to life with a full 3D star map and sky pointer. Identify stars, planets, constellations and deep-sky objects with just a click or touch. Stay Informed: Track comets and satellites with live web updates. A 60-day ephemeris keeps you ahead of upcoming celestial events — meteor shower peaks, planetary elongations, eclipses and moon phases. Universal Search: Find anything from nebulae and exoplanets to space probes and cities in seconds. Worldwide Simulations: Simulate the night sky from any location on Earth — or from the surface of Mars. Time Travel: Fast-forward or rewind time to observe past and future sky configurations. Upgrade to SkyORB Premium for an ad-free experience, full-screen planetarium, extended ephemeris details and more. The 12-month Premium Membership auto-renews and is managed in your Microsoft Store account. Companion apps also available on iOS and Android.