Galaxy Collider HD

Galaxy Collider HD

by Angisoft

2 ratings
8 reviews

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 1, 2010
  • January 11, 2020
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Experience the vastness of the universe with a realistic galaxy simulation. Explore cosmic collisions and gravitational forces between stars and galaxy centers. Customize simulation parameters and use your device's accelerometer to interact with the cosmos.

βœ“Realistic galaxy collision simulation
βœ“Gravitational force computation
βœ“High-performance particle engine
βœ“Interactive visualization of stars
βœ“Customizable simulation parameters
βœ“Accelerometer-based viewpoint control
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What's New in Galaxy Collider HD

1.53

January 11, 2020

- Minor updates

User reviews

Does not work see update

I got it to run once. I have no idea what triggered that one time since repeating the action did nothing. I think it may be so slow starting because I am in a recent operating system and get a warning about that when I call it up. I really enjoyed the light (free) version and found it both mesmerizing and fascinating. I am hoping an update will get it working. UPDATE IT NOW WORKS GREAT.
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Love it.

I enjoyed the free version, but the upgrade was definitely worth it. The additional controls allow me to design two spiral galaxies that are distant enough that they can take a whole day to slowly strip the stars from each other's core - this is exactly what I've been looking for in a fun, visually spectacular, yet also intriguing particle toy - slash - screensaver.

The upgraded controls also allow me to try different configurations in real time - a nice change.

I think this has also given me a little better understanding of some of the more peculiar shapes we see in nebula and some of the more bizarre globular galaxies. If you set the star size to zero and the count to maximum, you can really start to see some interesting structures start to appear.

Really fun to what-if with, and an awesome way to daydream away an afternoon.

The only change I would hope for in the future would be an option to enter numerical values rather than using sliders, for trying out more precise collisions.

But it is sufficiently awesome as-is.
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Bad Update

This update caused a new date on the product, causing me to think the app was released in 2011, and the previous version was released in 2010! Please stop putting new dates on your product.

Also, this update removes the settings tab and I need the tab back! Please stop removing tabs from your app.

This update doesn't even work with iOS 4.3, it only works with iOS 5.0 or later. Please stop changing the compatibility of the app for every update.

Please stop updating this app, otherwise I am not going to like the updates because of new features and compatibility changes! Please revert to the older version from last year forever.
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Not worth the money

This is not worth the money at all the app tends to not work properly when running a simulation.

Astronomer professor's best simulation choice!

The Universe is a chaotic place and evolved through galaxy collisions. Gravity is unrelenting and this App exquisitely demonstrates the grand dance. It is the range of user options that sets this App heads above others. This is the "what if" interactivity that science educators crave! Give us more math driven interactive apps like this Klaus! This is a winner.
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FAQ

What is Galaxy Collider HD?

Galaxy Collider HD is an iPad application that simulates the physics of interacting galaxies. It allows users to explore cosmic collisions and gravitational forces between stars and galaxy centers.

How much does Galaxy Collider HD cost?

Galaxy Collider HD is a paid application, priced at $1.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features.

What devices does Galaxy Collider HD support?

Galaxy Collider HD is exclusively designed for iPads. It utilizes the device's accelerometer for interactive control.

What is the age rating for Galaxy Collider HD?

Galaxy Collider HD has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for young children and above, with no mature content.

How often is Galaxy Collider HD updated?

The latest version of Galaxy Collider HD is 1.53, last updated on January 11, 2020. While updates have not been frequent recently, the app remains functional for its intended purpose.

Can I change the simulation parameters in Galaxy Collider HD?

Yes, you can interactively change parameters such as the number of galaxies and stars, and their masses. This allows for exploration of infinite possible interactions.

Does Galaxy Collider HD have ads?

The provided data does not indicate the presence of advertisements in Galaxy Collider HD. As a paid app, it is likely ad-free.

What makes Galaxy Collider HD unique?

Galaxy Collider HD stands out with its high-performance particle engine and OpenGL point sprites, rendering thousands of high-quality stars at high frame rates for spectacular visualizations.