# Morningstar: Descent Deadrock

> Sci-fi adventure game with puzzles, story, and HD graphics. (iPhone/iPad app by Phoenix Online Publishing LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morningstar-descent-deadrock/id998943480 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Phoenix Online Publishing LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/598738598)
- Category: Games, Adventure
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 40 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 360 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-11-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morningstar-descent-deadrock/id998943480/reviews.md

## What is Morningstar?

Crash-landed on a desolate, alien planet, what should've been a routine work-for-hire job for Powell has become a deadly mission to save the merchant vessel Morningstar and her crew. With one man dead and the captain gravely injured, Powell is on his own to repair the ship and find a way to escape the strange gravity well of the empty planet they've landed on.

And if the situation weren't dire enough, the only signs of life on the planet are the remains of a much larger and better equipped ship and her crew, all dead, and not by natural means. What--or who--brought down these ships and is killing their crews? For what reason? And can Powell find a way off-planet before he shares the same fate?

Features
 - Experience the remastered immersive sci-fi adventure, packed with gorgeous HD graphics, detailed puzzles and scenes, and a streamlined interface for mobile platforms
 - Explore haunting landscapes and gorgeous cinematics, all in beautiful high definition
 - Uncover the mystery of Deadrock through intriguing puzzles and gripping storyline
 - The alien planet of Deadrock comes alive with full voice acting and engrossing sound effects

## Key features

- Remastered immersive sci-fi adventure
- Gorgeous HD graphics and cinematics
- Detailed puzzles and scenes
- Streamlined mobile interface
- Intriguing storyline
- Full voice acting and sound effects

## Recent user reviews (10 of 20)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morningstar-descent-deadrock/id998943480/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work with my iPhone 6

*2018-08-07, version 1.0*

I tried to contact through email but it did not go through. The screen is not playable and it almost seems like the picture is too big for the screen and the right side of the screen is black. I would appreciate a refund. Thanks.

### 2/5 — Poor iOS port, requesting refund

*2018-04-23, version 1.0*

Although the product loads, there are multiple technical problems:

(1) UI items load in the wrong place when in landscape mode on my iPad mini, making the display almost impossible to view.

(2) The music, voiceover, and sound effect all continue to play when deselected in the menu (and restarting the app *and* the device itself.

(3) Numerous game play flaws, e.g. after using the steel rod to move the cargo canisters blocking the way to the landing bay(?), they remain in place and the Captain repeats that you have to move them.  But after the first try, the action "target" disappears, so it's impossible to try again.

Based on reading some of the walkthroughs and what I've seen in the first 5 rooms, the gameplay only works correctly if you perform tasks in an exact order.  Grab the wrench before the toy doll and you'll never see that doll again and never get into the engine room.

Really wanted to enjoy this game, but not willing to restart from scratch every time I figure out where your programmers skimped on logic

### 3/5 — Not iPhone X optimized.

*2017-11-17, version 1.0*

Fun and engaging but broken on newest phone.

### 2/5 — Annoying

*2017-03-30, version 1.0*

The voiceover was obnoxious as was the incessant flashing arrows. No way to stop them and just get into the game. Delete.

### 5/5 — Loved it! Please make more!

*2016-09-06, version 1.0*

Love puzzle adventure games, this is one of the best ever. I love how your puzzles actually make sense, like "find a wrench and fix a pipe" instead of some games which are basically medallions and fanciful keys and crap that makes no sense. Please develop more games along these lines, I would pay for them all! Very high quality. Would dig various genres too, sci fi is great but horror/thriller stuff would be fun, archeology/period stuff, or whatever. Thank you!

### 5/5 — Great game!

*2016-02-04, version 1.0*

I play a LOT of these type games and thought this one was very enjoyable! 
Fabulous story line, great graphics, and fun puzzles.
Please make more!!!

### 5/5 — Nicely done, generally solid game

*2015-12-27, version 1.0*

Devs did a nice job of trying to give the game a bit of a cinematic feel. Story was interesting, plot made me think a bit of Lifeline. Graphics and sound are good, particularly the music. Puzzles are of low to medium difficulty. A few tasks must be completed in an order that isn't necessarily intuitive, but not a big deal.

SPOILER ALERT. 

I did like the effort required to learn a bit of the alien sign system, though given the limited symbol set and number of fields, it appears that, by my reckoning, the number of species that could be catalogued would be relatively small.

### 5/5 — Great fun

*2015-12-26, version 1.0*

Exciting, interesting story and nicely done sound and graphics. Exactly the kind of adventure game I love.

### 5/5 — Fun and different

*2015-12-17, version 1.0*

Great interface and fun puzzles. Top notch

### 3/5 — Please fix the loading issues on certain devices!!

*2015-12-09, version 1.0*

Game sticks on loading screen. Reinstalled and it worked for a couple of days before it sticks on loading screen again. I'm running an iPad Air 32GB with plenty of room.

## Frequently asked questions about Morningstar

### What is the gameplay like in Morningstar: Descent Deadrock?

Morningstar: Descent Deadrock is an immersive sci-fi adventure game focused on uncovering a mystery through intriguing puzzles and a gripping storyline. It features detailed scenes and a streamlined interface for mobile.

### Is Morningstar: Descent Deadrock available offline?

The provided data does not specify if Morningstar: Descent Deadrock can be played offline. However, adventure games of this nature often require an internet connection for certain features.

### What platforms can I play Morningstar: Descent Deadrock on?

Morningstar: Descent Deadrock is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It was released on November 4, 2015, and last updated on October 22, 2018.

### What is the age rating for Morningstar: Descent Deadrock?

Morningstar: Descent Deadrock has an age rating of 12+, indicating it is suitable for players aged 12 and above.

### How much does Morningstar: Descent Deadrock cost?

Morningstar: Descent Deadrock is a paid application, priced at $3.99. There are no in-app purchases mentioned.

### What is the update frequency for Morningstar: Descent Deadrock?

The last update for Morningstar: Descent Deadrock was on October 22, 2018, with the latest version being 1.1. This suggests infrequent updates.

### What do users think of Morningstar: Descent Deadrock?

Morningstar: Descent Deadrock has an average rating of 4.2 stars from 40 ratings, indicating generally positive user sentiment.

### Does Morningstar: Descent Deadrock have multiplayer?

The description focuses on a single-player narrative experience. There is no mention of multiplayer functionality in Morningstar: Descent Deadrock.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.1 — 2018-10-22

Thanks for playing Morningstar: Descent to Deadrock! Here's what's new in this update: 

- iOS11 compatibility fixes
- UI usability fixes
- Game center and achievements fixes

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