StarStrider

StarStrider is a software planetarium that utilizes the latest in 3D-technology in order to show you not only the planets and satellites of our solar system, but also the more than 100 000 stars from the Hipparcos catalogue, all in real-time 3D.

You'll also find galaxies, nebulae, supernova remnants, and the band of the Milky Way. Try the educative tutorial scripts, the optional relativistic effects of travel, the truly 'stereo 3D' color anaglyph mode, and many more interesting features. Free add-ons include an larger planet textures, and a huge database of 2 *million* stars!
Made by an astronomer and a software engineer, StarStrider combines photo realism and scientific accuracy with plain fun and the esthetic enjoyment of beauty of the wonders of the universe!