# Groove Galaxy

> Rhythm-based space colonization and empire building game using your music library. (iPhone/iPad app by Animoca Brands.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/groove-galaxy/id1091154663 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Animoca Brands](https://appshunter.io/developer/888599777)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Casual, Racing
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 44 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 239 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2016-06-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-17
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/groove-galaxy/id1091154663/reviews.md

## What is Groove Galaxy?

EXPLORE the Galaxy and extend your Groove across distant solar systems. COLONIZE planets by tapping along to the RHYTHM of your songs. Earn music NOTES to build state-of-the-art microphones, recording studios and metronomes, in order to increase your groove production. Unlock the mysteries of the elusive TEMPLE OF GROOVE.

DISCOVER THE PLANETS IN YOUR GALAXY
Fire, Ice, Earth, Gas, and even Gem Planets are ready for the taking, destined to receive your FUNKY GROOVE.

DEVELOP EVERY PLANET
Use NOTES to create majestic new BUILDINGS, expand your dance-loving population, and EARN MAJOR PROFIT!

PLAY YOUR OWN SONGS
Pick any song from YOUR LIBRARY… and tap along to the beat!

COMPETE AGAINST OTHER PLAYERS
You think your sense of rhythm has no match? Put it to the test in ASTEROID EVENTS, where your skills will be tested…and REWARDS will be yours for the taking!

ITUNES MUSIC COMPATIBLE
Preview and purchase iTunes Music in the game!

KEYS & CHORDS
We use Jamn Player's chord recognition technology to detect Chords and Keys of your songs.

AMAZING GRAPHICS
Feast your eyes on our fabulous, groovy art style!

UNLOCK FUNKY CHARACTERS
See how colonizing your planets increases its DANCING population. Make them groove to the music and bounce to the rhythm!

SUPPORTS CLOUD SAVING AND DATA BACKUP
Save any time, play on any device, and back up your game progress!


What are you waiting for, explorer? The Galaxy is waiting for you and your bombastic groove!

## Key features

- Tap to the rhythm of your songs
- Colonize and develop planets
- Build music-themed structures
- Compete in rhythm events
- Unlock new characters and planets
- iTunes music compatible

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 25 gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| 150 gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| 310 gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| 550 gems | $14.99 | one-time |
| 1000 gems | $24.99 | one-time |
| Premium Spin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Double daily gems FOREVER! | $4.99 | one-time |
| Double notes FOREVER! | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 44)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/groove-galaxy/id1091154663/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Crashey McCrash Crash

*2020-04-23*

Instant crash on iPhone 11 :(

### 1/5 — アプリ開けない。

*2019-10-23*

アプリ開いてはすぐ落ちる何度やっても変わらない。ゲーム出来ないから★１つも付けたくないけど付けないとレビューできないからうざい

### 1/5 — 現状

*2019-06-17*

iPhonexsでプレイできず
その旨は、サポートに送っておきます

### 1/5 — 落ちます

*2019-05-30*

開始してすぐ落ちます。
何回やっても落ちます。
ゲームどころの話じゃないです。

### 1/5 — なんやこれ

*2019-04-09*

アプリ落ちるし勝手に音楽鳴るしなんやこれ？

### 1/5 — 動かない

*2018-10-13*

動作も満足にしないアプリを薦めてくるAppleサイドの信頼はもはや底辺としか

### 1/5 — Crash

*2018-07-16*

The game crashes whenever I open it, The game is supposed to work on any dormat and since I play on an ipad 2017, I expect it to work. I also own groove planet which, surprisingly, works as well as ever.

### 1/5 — うーん😓

*2018-05-30*

全然フリーズしてて出来ないんだけど…💔
アップデート待ってます。

### 1/5 — Music feature STILL doesn’t work.

*2018-04-04*

Whenever I try to choose a song from my library a different song is picked instead of the one I selected. This is getting irritated. 1 star until this is fixed.

### 2/5 — Meh

*2016-11-06*

This game may have had potential, but any it had was muddled by confusing design, off-beat timing, and boring gameplay.

## Frequently asked questions about Groove Galaxy

### What is Groove Galaxy?

Groove Galaxy is a mobile game where you explore a galaxy and colonize planets by tapping along to the rhythm of your own music. You earn in-game currency to build structures, expand your population, and unlock new areas.

### How do I play Groove Galaxy?

You play by tapping your screen in time with the beat of songs from your music library. This action helps you colonize planets, earn in-game notes, and build various structures to increase your 'groove production'.

### Is Groove Galaxy free to play?

Yes, the game is free to download and play. It offers in-app purchases for items or enhancements that can speed up progress or provide cosmetic benefits.

### What devices is Groove Galaxy compatible with?

The game is compatible with devices that can play iTunes music, suggesting it is available on iOS platforms. It also supports cloud saving, allowing you to play on different devices.

### Can I use my own music in Groove Galaxy?

Absolutely. A core feature of Groove Galaxy is its compatibility with your personal music library. You can select any song from your device to play along to the rhythm.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.0.5 — 2016-09-14

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

• What's your name, again? You can now enter your own name for the leaderboards.
• When participating in an event, you now see your point contribution directly on the planet screen.
• The Jukebox notification icon now shows you exactly where you can claim your daily FREE bonus!
• Plus improvements and fixes. Because you are worth it!

### 1.0.4 — 2016-08-30

• New Beat Game! It’s now easier than ever to play to the rhythm of your songs.

• Song List now keeps playing forward. Have you listened to all the songs available yet?

• What’s that tune? Check the artist and song name on the planet record.

• Clearer prize display on the Leaderboard Event screen. Now you know what you’ll get… so time to get the beat going and climb the ranks!

• Plus various improvements and bug fixes. Because you deserve it!

### 1.0.3 — 2016-08-02

Get ready to make your fingers dance with this ELECTRIFYING experience!

- Free GROOVIN' Jukebox can be claimed separately on every planet!
- Added support for Brazilian Portuguese
- Various UI tweaks for a funkier, deep space experience!

### 1.0.2 — 2016-06-29

No release notes.

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*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 2026-08-17.*