# Osmos+ — A cosmic game of survival

> Physics-based cosmic survival game of growth and absorption. (iPhone/iPad app by Hemisphere Games Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/osmos-plus/id6444173191 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hemisphere Games Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/379323385)
- Category: Games, Puzzle, Simulation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.63/5 from 2,589 App Store ratings · 197 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 51 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Spanish and 1 more
- Released: 2023-03-17
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/osmos-plus/id6444173191/reviews.md

## What is Osmos+?

The Apple Design Award winner and iPad Game of the Year, now on Arcade!

Enter the Darwinian world of a galactic mote. Grow by absorbing smaller motes—but beware of being absorbed yourself. 
Osmos+ features unique physics-based play, stellar graphics, and a hypnotic ambient soundtrack.
Navigate through floating playgrounds, competitive petri dishes, deep solar systems, and more.
The key is to balance mass and movement: to propel yourself you must eject matter behind you, causing you to shrink. Use it wisely.
Whether you're a child at heart who likes mucking about with single-cell organisms, or a strategist with a physics degree, this game is for you.

AWARDS / recognition for Osmos:
* "iPad Game of the Year" and "iPhone App of the Week" — Apple
* Apple Design Award winner (iPad version)
* #1 Top iPhone Game — IGN
* iPad Game of the Year — TUAW
* Game of the Year — Create Digital Music
* Editor's Choice — Wired, Macworld, IGN, GameTunnel, and more...
* Best in Show — IndieCade
* Vision Award — Independent Games Festival
* Coolest Atmosphere — IGN
* Best Soundtrack — IGN
* Most Innovative Game — Best App Ever Awards, Pocket Gamer
* Many top lists including Kotaku, PAX, TouchArcade, iLounge, APPera, IFC, and more...

FEATURES:
* 72 levels spanning 8 distinct worlds: Ambient, Antimatter, Solar, Sentient, Repulsor, Impasse, Warped Chaos, and Epicycles.
* Multiplayer: Play against friends and enemies, in 6 distinct arenas!
* Award-winning electronic soundtrack by Loscil, Gas, High Skies, Biosphere, Julien Neto, and more.
* Endless replay value: play random versions of any level in Arcade mode.
* Seamlesss multitouch controls: swipe to warp time, tap anywhere to eject mass, pinch to zoom…
* Time-warping: slow down the flow of time to outmaneuver agile opponents; speed it up to raise the challenge.
* Confront four distinct AI opponents: the Ovarium, the Biophobe, the Nemocyte… and the deadly Ferax.
* 13 single-player and 15 multiplayer achievements.
* Progress synced via iCloud.

## Key features

- Physics-based gameplay
- Absorb smaller motes to grow
- 72 levels across 8 worlds
- Multiplayer battles in 6 arenas
- Award-winning ambient soundtrack
- Time-warping mechanics
- Intuitive multitouch controls

## What do users think of Osmos+?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 🎨 Beautiful visuals
- 🎶 Relaxing soundtrack
- 👍 Challenging yet rewarding
- 💡 Unique concept
- 🎮 Fun and engaging

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional control issues
- 🤯 Difficulty spike in later levels
- 🤖 Unbalanced AI opponents
- 🕹️ Frustrating control scheme

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes on certain devices
- Menu glitches
- Multiplayer connectivity issues

**Most requested features**

- More level variety
- Difficulty settings
- Improved matchmaking
- Accessibility options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 197)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/osmos-plus/id6444173191/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Peacefully challenging

*2025-12-03, version 1.1.1*

This game relaxes you with great imagery and sounds but still drives you to want to win.  Love it.

### 1/5 — Awful

*2025-11-01, version 1.1.1*

This game is awful. I cannot see or find any appeal to it.

### 3/5 — Could be better

*2025-10-30*

I want to like this game but it gets kinda of hard very quickly. I don’t think the physics feels natural enough either. The NPCs seem way more skilled at moving around then you and I just end up getting frustrated with the game and quitting. It doesn’t feel like I even get a chance to get good at the game before getting plowed by an NPC.

### 5/5 — Really fun

*2025-10-28, version 1.1.1*

Yesterday I sprained my ankle   and I was bored and looking for a new game, this one looked fun so I got it and now I can’t stop playing ❤️❤️❤️

### 5/5 — Fun arcade game

*2025-10-06, version 1.1.1*

Fun to play on short sessions

### 5/5 — Unique

*2025-10-05, version 1.1.1*

was looking for a creative game to play, i really liked it

### 5/5 — Amazing for when I’m mad

*2025-09-19, version 1.1.1*

It’s very calming and relaxing and fun at the same time. I love it, but it does take a long time to search for players on multiplayer

### 1/5 — Agar.io except wacky

*2025-09-01, version 1.1.1*

Hard to control the character other game is overpriced and i just think searching for agar.io would be better

### 5/5 — Great mechanics, easily replayed

*2025-07-26*

Physics mechanics are great. Tons of fun. Almost every game play is different even on the same levels because minor changes you make ripple through the play scape. Easy to walk away from or get lost for hours

### 1/5 — A Beautiful Game Now Held Hostage by Apple Arcade

*2025-07-26, version 1.1.1*

I played Osmos years ago and was captivated by its minimalist beauty, ambient soundtrack, and clever physics-based gameplay. It was a gem….tranquil, immersive, and unlike anything else out there.

But now? Apple Arcade has locked it behind a paywall. Same exact game, no meaningful updates, no bonus content…..just the original repackaged and slapped into a subscription. It feels less like innovation and more like retroactively gatekeeping something that once stood for creative freedom in mobile gaming.

Apple Arcade promised new experiences. Instead, it’s recycling the past and charging us again for it. If this is the future of mobile gaming by putting old favorites behind subscriptions just because they can count me out. Osmos deserves better, and so do longtime fans.

## Frequently asked questions about Osmos+

### What is Osmos+?

Osmos+ is a physics-based survival game where players control a galactic mote. The objective is to grow by absorbing smaller motes while avoiding being absorbed by larger ones. The game features unique mechanics, stellar graphics, and an ambient soundtrack.

### What are the key features of Osmos+?

Key features include 72 levels across 8 distinct worlds, multiplayer battles in 6 arenas, an award-winning electronic soundtrack, and endless replayability in Arcade mode. It also boasts seamless multitouch controls, time-warping abilities, and challenging AI opponents.

### How much does Osmos+ cost?

Osmos+ is available for free. The application does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements, offering a complete experience without additional costs.

### What kind of gameplay can I expect from Osmos+?

The gameplay is centered around a unique physics-based system. To move, you must eject matter, which causes you to shrink. This requires careful balancing of mass and movement to absorb smaller entities and avoid becoming prey yourself. The game offers both single-player progression and competitive multiplayer modes.

### Who is Osmos+ designed for?

This game is designed for a wide audience, from children who enjoy experimenting with simple organisms to strategists with a background in physics. Anyone who appreciates innovative gameplay, beautiful visuals, and a calming yet engaging soundtrack will find Osmos+ appealing.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.1 — 2024-04-03

Fix for automatic language selection. The game should simply run in your preferred language now. (Supported languages are English, Inuktitut, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Chinese.)

### 1.1.0 — 2024-01-11

You can now play Osmos using a wireless game controller.

### 1.0.2 — 2023-05-31

Minor fixes

### 1.0.1 — 2023-03-17

Minor fixes

### 1.0 — 2023-02-28

No release notes.

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## More apps by Hemisphere Games Inc

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- [Osmos](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/osmos/id382991304)

All apps by Hemisphere Games Inc: https://appshunter.io/developer/379323385

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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 2026-06-10.*