# Planet Genesis

> Interactive universe sandbox for creating and simulating celestial bodies and solar systems. (iPhone/iPad app by Pedro Silva Lopez.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planet-genesis/id989533527 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pedro Silva Lopez](https://appshunter.io/developer/989533526)
- Category: Education, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 169 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-05-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planet-genesis/id989533527/reviews.md

## What is Planet Genesis?

Planet Genesis is one of the finest and most visually stunning universe sandboxes available for iPhone and iPad devices. Any person can now discover by himself how gravity affect and change objects in space. By just a finger touch, you could create asteroids, planets, stars (even black holes!) and watch them interact in a realistic way.

Using Planet Genesis you will be able to visualize in real time your own solar systems with photorealistic graphics, and enjoy watching them orbit, collide and fuse each other in a cosmic dance!

With Planet Genesis, the complete universe sandbox, you can:

-By using its complete editor, create asteroids, dwarf planets, rocky planets, gas planets, four different kinds of stars and black holes. Furthermore, you will get a tool to build complete proto-solar systems with just one touch.

-Visualize your world with realistic 3D graphics. Actual solar system pictures and artist's pictures have been used to depict alien worlds.

-Simulate and explore our Solar System. 
+ Planets available: Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune 
+ Dwarf planets available: Ceres and Pluto
+ Satellites available: Moon, Io, Europa, Ganymede, Callisto, Enceladus, Tethys, Titan, Dione, Rhea and Iapetus.

-Alter time rate for maximizing the experience.

-Visualize a 3D grid that depicts in real time the impact of the gravitational field on bodies in space.

-Configure the simulation settings to push to the limit your iPhone or iPad device.

## Key features

- Create planets, stars, and black holes
- Realistic gravity simulation
- Visualize solar systems in 3D
- Simulate our Solar System
- Alter time rate
- Configure simulation settings

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planet-genesis/id989533527/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Love it

*2020-04-24, version 1.3.2*

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### 5/5 — Beautiful!

*2015-05-17*

This is one of the best Solar system creators out there! One flaw though, is the lack of control of the planets orbits, but a great game overall!

## Frequently asked questions about Planet Genesis

### What can I create in Planet Genesis?

In Planet Genesis, you can create asteroids, dwarf planets, rocky planets, gas planets, four different kinds of stars, and black holes. You can also build complete proto-solar systems with just one touch.

### Does Planet Genesis have ads?

No, Planet Genesis is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted simulation experience.

### What devices does Planet Genesis support?

Planet Genesis is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Planet Genesis updated?

The latest version is 1.3.2, last updated on August 12, 2015. Future updates may be released to enhance the experience.

### What is the age rating for Planet Genesis?

Planet Genesis has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in space exploration.

### Can I simulate our actual Solar System in Planet Genesis?

Yes, you can simulate our Solar System, including planets like Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, along with their moons and dwarf planets.

### What makes Planet Genesis visually stunning?

The app features photorealistic graphics and uses actual solar system pictures and artist's impressions to depict alien worlds, providing a visually engaging experience.

### What is the user sentiment for Planet Genesis?

Based on the available data, Planet Genesis has a perfect 5.0-star rating from 7 reviews, indicating very positive user sentiment.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.3.2 — 2015-08-12

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

+ Ceres and Pluto join the Planet Genesis family thanks to the pictures taken by Dawn and New Horizons!
+ Visual improvements.

### 1.3.1 — 2015-05-08

No release notes.

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## More apps by Pedro Silva Lopez

- [Planet Genesis 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planet-genesis-2/id1450081701)
- [FUR Squadron](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fur-squadron/id6444919851)

All apps by Pedro Silva Lopez: https://appshunter.io/developer/989533526

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