# Boat Sim > Relaxing boat simulation game with multiple boat types and scenic exploration. (iPhone/iPad app by Gary Chambers.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boat-sim/id679845165 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Gary Chambers](https://appshunter.io/developer/679845168) - Category: Games, Simulation - Price: $1.99 - Rating: 3.27/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 7.0 · 236 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2013-08-03 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boat-sim/id679845165/reviews.md ## What is Boat Sim? Blast around in a cool speed boat, go sailing in a fishing boat or be the skipper of a large car ferry! Boat Sim is a boat simulation you can enjoy anytime! Enjoy a scenic bay in a virtual speed boat, alongside fishing boats, sailing and other motor boats with lots of scenery and various docks and cities to visit, or take out your fishing boat at night, or try your hand at driving a car ferry between multiple docks! By design there's no objectives, no score to get, simply relax and enjoy your speed boat, fishing boat and now car ferry. Enjoy simulated boating! Listen to music and sail as long as you want! So what are you waiting for? Jump on-board your virtual boats today and enjoy the scenery as you’re cruising around! Reviews around the world ! (thank-you) "I love the feeling of being out on the water in a boat, it's so relaxing" - USA "Sweeeeet!!!!!!! Love the detail!" - USA "I've wanted this game for years and this is the best" - Australia "...its a great simulator, Iam looking forward to the upcoming updates. I love the concept with no missions or timelimits, very relaxing :)" - Denmark "What a great simulator! There is no purpose if not the freedom to navigate your boat in this picturesque bay. What a great hobby! The driving model is really realistic. Recommended to all!" - Italy "...for ship lovers a must" - Netherlands "It's the best feeling to have your favorite songs playing in the background, as you drive your boat to wherever. Tranquility at it's finest." - USA Own your own boats today! In the next update we're focusing on improving the graphics and adding more docks, so stay tuned it'll be available shortly. For suggestions or support, please contact support@boatsims.com. ## Key features - Drive speed boats, fishing boats, and car ferries - Explore a scenic bay with cities and docks - No objectives or time limits for relaxed gameplay - Realistic driving model - Listen to your own music while sailing - Own your virtual boats ## Recent user reviews (10 of 50) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boat-sim/id679845165/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Horrible *2018-06-04, version 1.33* This game was horrible I just can’t believe this the boats don’t even have motors and the boat graphics stink **Developer response:** Sorry you didn't like the title. It was possibly the first open boat sim game for a phone when it was released but devices are more powerful now and graphics have gotten better. An update is in the works and will be released shortly! Suggestions welcome on our site. ### 5/5 — Great but could be EPIC *2018-03-08, version 1.33* can u add sinking like u can go in the middle of the ocean and hit a rock mine get hit by a torpedo or hit an iceberg. Please add this! ### 1/5 — Don't get *2017-08-11, version 1.33* Just trust me it is not worth it **Developer response:** People don't want to trust you. If you're going to add a review, add a review. ### 2/5 — Can't change weather, ship location *2017-01-31, version 1.33* Talk abou bare bones... And I paid... So lame **Developer response:** It's an open boat sim, it remembers you're last position, just like a real boat. The next version will include changeable weather, however that was more a 'boat sim elite' feature, because this game was intended to be blasting around in a boat having fun and not taking away from that with dark skies and rain. ### 1/5 — Waste *2016-02-03, version 1.33* This is a waste of $2.00 ### 4/5 — Would be cool *2015-10-24, version 1.33* If there was more detail on the inside of the fishing boat like a wheel, and the ability to actually fish using it. ### 1/5 — Terrible *2015-07-22, version 1.32* This game was very bad. All around worst game and simulator I have ever played!!😡 ### 5/5 — Great boat sim *2015-06-29, version 1.32* The other reviewer is totally wrong and should take a chill pill and learn how to spell. There are multiple docks. It's one of my favorite apps - simple fun like the developer states. ### 1/5 — Worst ever!!!!!!!!😡 *2015-06-27, version 1.32* This game needs more boats options for steering and the game makers lied about every detail there is one city no dock and there are no options every game should have an options menu the boats all have horrible camera angles and places where they add a view the game is very small and they make it seem big with a giant map but the whole game is horrible it is a -100,000,000,000, stars it is the biggest waist of money don't buy it unless your ready to get angry about this terrible game. **Developer response:** Wow, thanks for the feedback, not everyday you get called a liar. Hope you're over your frustration by now, you could have explained just what you'd have preferred with camera angles etc. ### 3/5 — Can't steer *2015-05-22, version 1.31* You can't steer at all you can only go forward and it's hard to look around and if you do it's hard to look back plz fix its a waste of money and now I'm mad ## Frequently asked questions about Boat Sim ### What is Boat Sim? Boat Sim is a boat simulation game that allows you to pilot various vessels, including speed boats, fishing boats, and car ferries. It offers a relaxed, objective-free experience where you can explore scenic environments at your own pace. ### What types of boats can I drive? You can drive a variety of boats, including a cool speed boat for quick journeys, a fishing boat for a more leisurely experience, and even a large car ferry to transport between multiple docks. ### Is Boat Sim free to play? Yes, the application is free to download and play. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description. ### What are the main features of Boat Sim? Key features include the ability to drive multiple types of boats, explore a scenic bay with various docks and cities, enjoy a realistic driving model, and play without any objectives or time limits. You can also listen to your own music while playing. ### Who is Boat Sim for? This app is designed for anyone who enjoys a relaxing and immersive virtual experience. It's perfect for those who love boats, sailing, or simply want a tranquil escape to explore beautiful virtual environments. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.33 — 2015-08-04 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Some nice updates - Compass added to all boats. Map added to fishing boat (other boats will have them next update). Increased scenery on docks. Scenery enhancements. ### 1.32 — 2015-05-27 In this update; Scenery Improvements Dock improvements Additional Trees Note: Our new app 'Boat Sim Elite' is now released, you can WALK around the bridge and decks, as well as truly riding HUGE waves and day / night conditions. It's a completely new product and has a different underlying engine which enabled us to bring these features not possible in the original. ### 1.31 — 2015-03-10 Big update bringing user requested features, and underlying structural improvements! Main Menu with Retro Style Ferry now has bridge view Performance Improvements Tweaks to Throttles Camera's - New camera and tweaks to starting camera angles We're committed to this app, and look forward to adding more detailed docks and places you'll enjoy visiting. If you enjoy this app please leave feedback, any issues please contact us directly. ### 1.30 — 2015-01-20 Texture enhancements. Trees! Additional buildings. We appreciated the positive reviews, thank-you! (If you need support please contact us directly) ### 1.29 — 2014-10-31 Big changes: Radar that shows position of docks. Performance tweaks. New buttons (user requested). New throttle levers. We're working on the bridge view for the ferry and will get back to improving the scenery, and maybe another boat / ship. Which one would you like? *Exciting news, we released a special kids cartoon style version, 'Toy Boat' should be available within a few days. ## Apps similar to Boat Sim | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Car Crash Simulator Extreme](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/car-crash-simulator-extreme/id6463210260) | 4.3 (188) | $0.99 | Games | | [Transatlantic Ship Sim](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/transatlantic-ship-sim/id1510788496) | — | $9.99 | Games | | [Wacky Drop 3D](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wacky-drop-3d/id1551165229) | 5.0 (3) | Free | Games | | [Machine World](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/machine-world/id493849232) | 4.4 (624) | $1.99 | Games | | [US Navy Fleet Battle Warship](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/us-navy-fleet-battle-warship/id1295111992) | 3.8 (5) | Free | Games | | [World Of Pirate Ships](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/world-of-pirate-ships/id1084747871) | 3.2 (31) | Free | Games | ## More apps by Gary Chambers - [Boat Sim Elite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boat-sim-elite/id984950271) - [Boat Sim Pro](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boat-sim-pro/id1087388425) - [Explore Titanic](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-titanic/id1138149634) - [Titanic VR](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/titanic-vr/id1195428446) - [Falloff Blocks](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/falloff-blocks/id1206139676) All apps by Gary Chambers: https://appshunter.io/developer/679845168 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*