Explore the Night Sky. Earn Your Stars.
Starquest Evolution is a guided astronomy adventure that takes you from your first glimpse of a constellation to measuring the distance to the stars — one mission at a time.
Everything You Need to Start Observing
Whether you own binoculars or a telescope — or just your eyes — Starquest gives you structure, community, and recognition.
Guided Missions
Follow a structured progression from beginner constellations to advanced science projects, unlocking new challenges as you grow.
Observing Journal
Log every observation with details about what you saw, the equipment you used, and the conditions. Build a personal record of your sky.
Badges & XP
Earn experience points and collect badges as you complete challenges. Track your progress across six tiers of mastery.
Observing Events
Join community star parties and observing nights organised by local groups. Log group observations and share the experience.
Real Science
Advanced missions guide you through variable star measurement and Cepheid distance calculations. Join the HOYS citizen science project to contribute astrophotography observations to real research on star formation.
Mentorship
Experienced observers become mentors, verifying newcomers' work and leading workshops. Give back to the community that helped you learn.
How It Works
A clear path from absolute beginner to scientific observer.
Sign Up
Create your free account and set up your observer profile.
Start Missions
Begin with “First Steps Under the Stars” — identify constellations and bright planets.
Log Observations
Record what you see in your journal. Observations are verified by the community.
Earn & Unlock
Gain XP, collect badges, and unlock seasonal, specialist, and scientific missions.
Six Tiers of Discovery
Progress through an astronomy curriculum that grows with you.
🌠 Beginner Missions
Spot your first constellations and planets. Observe the Moon, Andromeda, and Jupiter with the naked eye or binoculars.
🌈 Seasonal Skies
Explore the best objects each season brings — from Orion’s winter nebulae to the summer Milky Way.
🔭 Specialist Tracks
Deep-sky objects, double stars, lunar features, variable stars, and astrophotography. Choose your own path through the sky and develop specialized skills.
📈 Scientific Missions
Measure real phenomena — track asteroid motion, plot light curves, calculate stellar distances, and contribute observations to the HOYS research project.
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
Join a community of observers turning curiosity into discovery. No telescope required to start.