Particle Life: Science Lab
Form lifelike structures
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Explore emergent behaviors and toy chemistry by manipulating particle interactions. This free science lab allows you to experiment with attraction, repulsion, and reactions in 2D and 3D environments. Save your discoveries and share them with others.
What's New in Particle Life
1.2
September 28, 2026
Particle Life has a new look. The world now fills the screen behind floating controls, particles glow or shine with real depth, and the app opens on Drifting clusters: six species that gather into moving clusters in 3D within seconds. Panels, experiment cards and the notebook are redesigned, and motion is smoother on older iPads.
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FAQ
What is Particle Life?
Particle Life is a free science laboratory for iPhone and iPad that lets you experiment with how colorful particles attract and repel each other. You can observe emergent patterns and explore simplified scientific concepts.
Can I learn science with Particle Life?
Yes, Particle Life offers seven guided experiments designed to help you learn about attraction, distance, emergence, and reactions. You can make predictions, observe outcomes, and record your findings.
Does Particle Life have ads?
No, Particle Life is completely free and does not contain any advertisements. Your simulations and notes stay on your device unless you choose to share them.
Is Particle Life suitable for children?
Particle Life is rated for ages 4 and up, making it suitable for younger learners to explore basic scientific concepts in a fun, interactive way. The app focuses on simplified artificial-life and invented toy-chemistry rules.
Can I customize the rules in Particle Life?
Absolutely. You can edit how each particle species interacts with others, adjusting attraction, repulsion, distances, friction, and world boundaries. You can use exact values, presets, or randomized rules.
What platforms is Particle Life available on?
Particle Life is designed for iPhone and iPad devices, offering both portrait and landscape layouts for an optimal experience on Apple's mobile platforms.
How often is Particle Life updated?
The latest version of Particle Life is 1.2, and it was last updated on September 28, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.
What is the price of Particle Life?
Particle Life is a free application. While there are no in-app purchases to unlock content, optional one-time tips are available to support development.
