# OKO⁢

> Hypnotizing puzzle game using NASA satellite images and space shuttle soundscapes. (iPhone/iPad app by Playables.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oko/id524351381 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Playables](https://appshunter.io/developer/904930239)
- Category: Games, Puzzle
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 55 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-08-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oko/id524351381/reviews.md

## What is OKO⁢?

* Swisscom App of the Year 2012

OKO is a hypnotising puzzle game that turns satellite images taken from the NASA database into a mesmerising journey around the Planet. The game's rich otherworldly soundscapes are composed from recordings taken aboard space shuttles.

The goal is to reconstruct an image by stopping rotating circles cut out from the image. For each level, the animated pieces draw increasingly complex patterns. The challenge is to be attentive to image juxtapositions in order to stop each circles movement at the right moment. 

Now available on the App Store with retina graphics!

"Beautiful. Engaging. Excellent transmedia incorporation of space imagery.” – Yvonne Clearwater, New Media Innovation Leader at NASA / Ames Research Center

## Key features

- Hypnotizing puzzle gameplay
- NASA satellite imagery
- Otherworldly soundscapes
- Retina graphics
- Increasingly complex patterns

## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oko/id524351381/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 100% recommend

*2021-07-03*

So simple, yet so elegant.

### 5/5 — The best! Beautiful 🌏

*2015-08-13*

Wonderful and beautiful game. Perfect gameplay and amazing imagery of earth. Thank you Nadezda Suvorova.

### 5/5 — Der letzte Level

*2014-01-25*

Schönes Spiel um Geschicklichkeit und schönen Aufnahmen, aber der letzte Level hat es in sich. Die Anforderungen stehen in keinem Lernbezug zu den vorhergehenden Level. 
Mehr Level wären sehr erwünscht und eine andere musikalische Untermahlung.

### 5/5 — Clever, beautiful, fun

*2013-11-23*

This is a fiendishly clever toy and super beautiful on a Retina display. Great work.

### 5/5 — finding a key for the world

*2013-06-01*

This app is not that kind of addicting, but contagious with its divine beauty. You can take a view of our planet from a unique sight: right from above. After having a look at very particular picture I swear I dissolve in front of our nature's greatness for a moment.

### 5/5 — Good!

*2013-03-19*

Good but very hard!

### 3/5 — Might as well have a go

*2013-01-19*

Decent timesink to waste an hour on, until the final level which is impossible as the rings keep restarting themselves almost immediately.

### 4/5 — Not too bad

*2012-11-25*

It needs a bit more options though. Like previously suggested, options to turn off music/effects. And maybe some sharing options, save picture options.. 
And for the pieces to not just automatically snap into place because that makes it a little too easy. Pressing the rotating piece should stop it, and another press would make it rotate again. That way, it's all up to the player to figure out all of the pieces. 
And the maybe the option to turn that feature on and off. 

Over all though, it's a fun up.

### 2/5 — Interesting concept. Not challenging

*2012-11-20*

This game's concept is interesting. It makes for a simple, somewhat entertaining time waster. However, it's not very challenging, even in the upper levels 

Also, it seems like the last level is still buggy. If not, then it behaves very differently than other levels. If that is the case, then it was a poor design choice. Either way, fix it or document it.

### 4/5 — Cool concept and elegant execution

*2012-11-15*

Initially I thought that you had to hold down all of the moving pieces at the same time in order to lock an image - that was fun! Also the third to last puzzle is crashing for me too.

## Frequently asked questions about OKO⁢

### What is OKO?

OKO is a puzzle game that uses NASA satellite images and soundscapes from space shuttles to create a unique gaming experience. The goal is to reconstruct images by stopping rotating pieces at the right moment.

### How much does OKO cost?

OKO is a paid app, priced at $3.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to the full game without any additional in-app purchases or advertisements.

### Does OKO have ads?

No, OKO does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an uninterrupted gaming experience.

### What devices support OKO?

OKO is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It features retina graphics for enhanced visual quality on compatible devices.

### What is the gameplay like in OKO?

The gameplay involves reconstructing images by stopping rotating circles containing parts of the image. Each level presents increasingly complex patterns, requiring attention to detail and timing.

### What is the age rating for OKO?

OKO has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger players and families. The game's themes and mechanics are generally considered appropriate for this age group.

### How often is OKO updated?

The latest version of OKO is 2.1.0, last updated on August 13, 2025. This indicates regular updates to maintain and improve the application.

### What do users like about OKO?

Users have praised OKO for its beautiful design, engaging gameplay, and excellent integration of space imagery, as noted by a NASA leader.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.0 — 2025-08-13

bug fixes

### 2.0.0 — 2020-12-24

- Level refinements
- support for different aspect ratios (supports iPhones now, not just iPad)
- bugfixes

### 1.2.0 — 2017-05-16

- Retina screen support
- 64 bit support

### 1.1.1 — 2013-02-21

Memory optimization. All levels now work correctly, even on iPad 1.
Faster level loading (up to 10x faster than previous version 1.0.1)
External display mirroring.
Sound can be disabled in Settings.
Rate application button in credits screen (thanks for using it: tap OKO in the menu with all the rings).

### 1.0.1 — 2012-08-11

Fix level 20 that was impossible to finish.

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