# Flop Rocket — Rocket through a 5 km cave!

> Pilot a rocket through a cave, dodging enemies and upgrading your ship. (iPhone/iPad app by Butterscotch Shenanigans, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flop-rocket/id959402527 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Butterscotch Shenanigans, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/555152469)
- Category: Games, Action, Casual
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 377 App Store ratings · 653 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 68 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-02-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flop-rocket/id959402527/reviews.md

## What is Flop Rocket?

Pilot your Flop Rocket through a 5 kilometer cave filled with dragon-like Spaceducks, enormous rock-worms, and other space-time anomalies as you try to prevent an underfunded space program from going bust. Why is your space program housed in a cave? GOOD QUESTION.

== FREE FEATURES ==
- Easy to use, difficult to master mechanics
- Randomly generated missions provide a challenge on every run
- 4 upgrade tracks - make your ship fly like a dream
- Collect powerups to increase the chances of a successful launch
- Use your hard-earned Juice to start missions with more armor, more worm bombs, and an escape pod
- Try the game for free (ad supported), find out that you LOVE IT, and Butter Up to get the premium experience and support our studio!

== PREMIUM FEATURES ==
- A single purchase is all it takes!
- 8 more upgrade tracks - Build a powerful gun, max out your armor slots, and more
- Double your coin gains and upgrade your rocket twice as fast
- Access to premium Rumpus services: cloud saving and achievements
- Never see ads EVER AGAIN!

== About the Studio ==
Butterscotch Shenanigans is an independent studio composed of three brothers. We make high-quality, often goofy, and punchy games designed completely around providing the most entertaining player experience possible. Our goal is to build a one-stop mobile empire that fulfills all your gaming dreams. Stay up to date with what we’re doing and contact us through bscotch.net.

## Key features

- Pilot rocket through a 5km cave
- Dodge Spaceducks and rock-worms
- Randomly generated missions
- Upgrade rocket systems
- Collect powerups
- Use in-game currency for boosts

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Butter Up! | $2.99 | one-time |
| Butter Up! | $2.99 | one-time |
| Butterup 3-Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Butterup 10-Pack | $22.99 | one-time |
| Butterup 5-Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Butterup 20-Pack | $43.99 | one-time |
| Butterup 50-Pack | $99.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Flop Rocket?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Simple yet challenging controls
- 🎨 Great art style and visuals
- 🎶 Catchy soundtrack

**Cons**

- 🔒 Locked content behind paywall
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices
- 🔋 Frequent ads can drain battery

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Restore purchases not working
- Game crashing on launch for some users

**Most requested features**

- More ship/upgrade variety
- Improved optimization for larger screens
- Ability to disable ads without purchase

## Recent user reviews (10 of 653)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flop-rocket/id959402527/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Cool???

*2025-07-11, version 100.0.33*

This game is really cool but the thing is I can’t even get past the first part the missions it’s so hard I just can’t get into space

### 5/5 — Goat 10/10

*2023-08-09, version 100.0.33*

No ads fun game good for car rides it’s a blast

### 5/5 — Do it

*2022-11-15, version 100.0.33*

Download it and play.  No ads. Great game. Throw them a buck if you have it

### 5/5 — Flop rocket

*2022-04-19, version 100.0.33*

Please add controller support for flop rocket

### 5/5 — Years of fun

*2021-12-21, version 100.0.33*

I’ve been playing flop rocket for years now, it’s worth the one time payment to “butter up” and you will never tire of trying to kill time with this game. It will keep you busy for hours on end just having fun

### 5/5 — Бомба. 💣💣💣

*2021-08-12*

Отличная игра без рекламы.

### 5/5 — best game ever

*2021-06-19, version 100.0.33*

it’s plain and simple and i don’t think anyone could disagree

### 5/5 — Cool

*2021-01-29, version 100.0.29*

Very challenging and super fun

### 3/5 — Hm.

*2020-08-17*

Die erste Rakete der Welt ohne Sound. 😞

### 3/5 — Hey, r u alive?)

*2020-08-16, version 2.0.58*

Hi! Game is not adaptive for iPhone10 and other, i can’t see refuel zone and always crash:(
This game was installed on ma old iPad, and when I bought new phone decided to instal game on it too. And purchased full version without playing:(
Guys, thank you for good app and good music, if you still supporting this project - please do anything 🙏

## Frequently asked questions about Flop Rocket

### What is Flop Rocket about?

Flop Rocket is an arcade-style game where you pilot a rocket through a perilous 5-kilometer cave. Your mission is to navigate past various space-themed hazards and prevent an underfunded space program from failing. The game features randomly generated missions and a variety of challenges on each playthrough.

### What are the main features of Flop Rocket?

Key features include easy-to-master mechanics, randomly generated missions for replayability, and four upgrade tracks to customize your rocket. You can also collect powerups, use in-game currency called 'Juice' for starting boosts, and access premium features with a one-time purchase.

### How much does Flop Rocket cost?

The game offers a free-to-play experience supported by ads. Players can choose to purchase the premium version with a single payment, which removes ads and unlocks additional upgrade tracks, faster coin gains, cloud saving, and achievements.

### What kind of challenges can I expect in Flop Rocket?

You will encounter enemies like dragon-like Spaceducks and enormous rock-worms, as well as other space-time anomalies within the cave. The randomly generated missions ensure that each run presents a unique set of obstacles and objectives, keeping the gameplay fresh and challenging.

### Can I upgrade my rocket in Flop Rocket?

Yes, you can upgrade your rocket through various tracks. The free version offers four upgrade tracks, allowing you to enhance your ship's performance. The premium version adds eight more upgrade tracks, enabling you to build a more powerful gun, maximize armor slots, and significantly improve your rocket's capabilities.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 100.0.33 — 2021-05-04

General bug fixes.
For more details, check out the patch notes at http://www.bscotch.net/games/flop-rocket/patchnotes

### 100.0.29 — 2020-12-18

General bug fixes. For more details, check out the patch notes at https://www.bscotch.net/games/flop-rocket/patchnotes

### 2.0.78-rc.0 — 2020-09-29

This update replaces the BscotchID account system with the Rumpus account system which supports Sign In with Apple. We also implemented a new achievements interface, an updated background, and a higher resolution for modern devices. For more details, check out the patch notes at https://www.bscotch.net/games/flop-rocket/patchnotes

### 2.0.58 — 2018-04-16

We removed ads because it makes piloting the rocket much harder. If it's so hard, how are you gonna GO TO SPACE?

### 2.0.57 — 2018-01-17

Added a paste button for BSID login

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