Shadowed vessel appears too dark, after the slightest cloud "blocks" the sun light

[Erwan (mushylog)]

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Game Version​

[e.g. 2026.11.10.5801]

Operating System​

[Windows 10]

What Happened​

Vessel is not properly lit by sun, appears to be in shadow still, even though the sun shines on it and its cast-shadows are drawn on the ground

What Was Expected​

The vessel (or kitten, both) should appear lit, and less in that dark-blue tone

Reproduction Steps​

1. Launch any vessel on the launch pad, time-warp to make sure no clouds are above head blocking the sun light
2. Notice

Reproduction Rate​

[always]

Additional Info:​

Notice exhibit A: the white parts (thruster, RCS tank) should appear white, yet they look blue and dark, as if in the shadows.
exhibit B: the shadow is casted, therefore the sun is lighting this entire area and the vessel, so the vessel should look lit.

The sky appears to be so bright, and yet the vessel remains dark, see the 2 next images:



It seems the slightest puff of cloud puts the lander in shadows, with that dark blue tint (coming from the sky / atmosphere of course). But the sun still seems so strong and bright, maybe the "shadowed" state of the vessel should be a little more tolerant, and appear only less bright, and not "in shadows."