*** Version 1 as model control and game now available
THE APP
Get the Playmobil Star Trek app and become one of 400! Beam yourself aboard the starship Enterprise as a new crew member. In Command mode you control all the light and sound effects of the Playmobil model, in Couch and AR mode you play through an exciting mission as a new cadet with two mini-games divided into two difficulty levels.
THE SCENE
You'll be on the bridge and in the engine room, interacting directly with familiar characters like Captain Kirk, Mr. Spock, Chief Engineer Scotty and Helmsman Sulu. Get ready for the typical dry humor that prevails on the Enterprise! You'll solve technical problems and embedded quizzes based on content from the original series. Put your knowledge of the story, the Enterprise, and the characters on board to the test.
THE OPTIONS
Two different perspectives are available for playing: the AR view and the couch mode. Languages are German and English.
THE REQUIREMENTS
AR Mode is not compatible with every mobile device (especially old and low-end devices), so hardware and software frameworks are essential. Devices that do not meet the following specifications may not provide the necessary performance and thus a diminished experience. Compatible are:
iOS 11+ with ARKit2 support
iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE, iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air (3rd generation). iPad (5th and 6th generation), iPad mini (5th generation)
I explored the app after getting the Enterprise built when it first came out. AR is novel, but challenging to keep active without a lot of space around the model. The sound effects console in the app are fun.
I just came back to it after a year and a half to try the mission with my nine year-old grand daughter. The AR seems even less forgiving now after a few iOS upgrades to my iPad Pro (large size). The system gear icons are often masked strangely, and the final one in the engine room is enormous and masked by the model itself. Had to randomly tap in the engine room to activate it. Also very disappointed that there are no more missions available. I also see a warning pop up message when starting the mission about some license expiring in five days. What?!