I would love to start up KSP 2 for the first time in what I call 'Discovery Mode'.
A cross between Science Mode and Career mode, Discovery mode would start players with 1 thing: an engine. No planetary information, little information on parts until they are tested, no atmospheric information. Nothing. Just some cash and the willingness to shoot for the stars.
The first engine would be provided by a 'partner' company of the players choosing, all of which provide a small bonus for the life of the partnership. Examples include: Cheaper fuel from an Oligarch Company, Cheaper Engines and Control Parts by an Aerospace Manufacturer, Stronger Communication Parts from a Communications Company, etc. This company would pay the player to 'test' the engine, thus unlocking its statistics and earning a small lump sum payment to begin their career.
As they ramp up the capabilities of their rockets and better the relationship with partners, they will start to discover the planet details in their solar system with satellite surveys, atmospheric probes, etc.
I love the zero-to-hero approach of some RPG games, and KSP is set up perfectly for something like this.
Just my two cents! Looking forward to KSP2 - keep up the great work, devs!
