Mod suggestions for a newb?

[UNT]

Hey guys,

Just installed .21 after a friend recommended this game. He showed me mechjeb on his computer so I understand its value but are there any others you'd recommend in terms of parts? Also, any idea on when MJ might be updated for this version?

Thanks in advance compadres.

[CapnMorgan18]

MechJeb Thread

http://forum.kerbalspaceprogram.com/showthread.php/12384-PART-0-21-Anatid-Robotics-MuMech-MechJeb-Autopilot-v2-0-9

[SuperWeegee4000]

Mods are certainly not required for a fun experience, but if you're looking for some good ones, H.O.M.E. and Kethane are a good place to start.

[astropapi1]

KW Rocketry is awesome for creating cool-looking lifters, but it's a resource hog, unfortunately.

KAS adds awesome winches you can use for a huge variety of things.

Kethane is a good preview of what the future resource implementation might be like.

[Eric S]

It really depends on what you find is fun, how realistic you want your rockets to be, etc.

MechJeb has a version that runs under 0.21. You'll have to go to the MechJeb thread and find the link for the 2.0.9 (or higher) thread. This version of MJ has been problematic for some, but hasn't given me any problems. Then again, I tend to use its basic functionality rather than the more advanced stuff.

If you want more to do, take a look at the Kethane mod and ISA_Mapsat.

If you want to be able to do more once you get somewhere, take a look at Infernal Robotics.

If you want more realistic rockets, look at Ferram Aerospace, Deadly Reentry, Procedural Fairings, and/or ... can't remember the name of the life support mod.

If you want more options for spaceplanes, look for the B9 Aerospace parts pack.

If you just want to be able to build ships easier, look into Subassembly Manager and/or Editor Extensions.

[Deejay2000]

For a noob, I wouldn't recommend getting mechjeb until you have learned to fly good without it, but I digress. I would recommend Kethane.

-Deejay

Edited August 6, 2013 by Deejay2000

[Capt'n Skunky]

Happy Launching!

Arrr!

Capt'n Skunky

KSP Community Manager

[UNT]

Thanks for the recommendations everyone! I've decided not to use MJ until I get a feel for the game. Great to see the such a helpful community!