# Rover Builder

> Design and build rovers for space missions, overcoming planetary challenges. (iPhone/iPad app by Hatfuls.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rover-builder/id1157661815 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hatfuls](https://appshunter.io/developer/1157354058)
- Category: Games, Simulation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 24 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 210 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-11-18
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rover-builder/id1157661815/reviews.md

## What is Rover Builder?

Start a great space adventure with Marvin! Design and build rovers and help Marvin to complete challenging missions on Moon, Mars and other planets. Cross craters, climb over the boulders and collect badges by doing it safely, economically and quickly. Every planet has different kind of conditions and your rover needs to adapt to them. If you've ever dreamed to be a space engineer or rover builder, this is your opportunity!

You can build rovers using aluminum and springs, but keep in mind that quality often means money. You can also use two kind of wheels, motored heavy ones and cheaper light ones without motor. In planet 4 you can also use rockets. There is an unlimited number of ways to tune your rover for the mission.

You can earn 1 to 4 badges per level depending on how well your rover performed. Different badges can be achieved by different rovers in the same level. New planets are unlocked when you have enough badges.

Be a Rover Builder and enjoy your adventure with Marvin!

## Key features

- Design and build custom rovers
- Complete challenging space missions
- Adapt rovers to different planetary conditions
- Collect badges for performance
- Unlock new planets
- Creative engineering gameplay

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads + 30 coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads + unlock all levels | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rover-builder/id1157661815/reviews.md

### 4/5 — I have some ideas

*2024-09-13*

I love the game and have been playing it for a while now, I like to make cool suspension designs because of the good physics and good terrains, but what would make it more fun would be some sort of piston that can move parts on your rover, and example for this could be on a large drop into a small tunnel, the pistons would let you be able to lower you rover to fit in the tunnel. Just an idea that would make the game better

### 1/5 — This game is trash do not download

*2023-11-10*

Every rover I make in this game glitches and breaks.

### 5/5 — Great

*2021-01-20, version 1.2*

This is my first comment at Appstore. 
Game is very good...

### 3/5 — The Money Limit

*2020-12-04*

This game is pretty good if you want some simple physics and building a rover how you want. It’s fun playing around and making strange rover designs after getting all the 4 stars for each level. The biggest problem with this game is **how much you are able to spend to beat the level** Let me explain, on the second planet, first level, you can only spend 400 to make a rover. I have completed the level by ignoring the money limit. But trying to beat the level with only 400 credits is STUPID IMPOSSIBLE. I’ve tried countless designs and just can’t beat it. With only 1 motor wheel, there’s not enough power to go up hills without gaining a LOT of speed or going over a hole the site of the wheel. Basically, most of the levels need the small ugly basic design to beat the level with a STUPID LOW MONEY LIMIT.

Other than the money limit being stupid, the game is pretty good. It’s good for trying weird, strange, unique and dumb funny designs. Also great for passing time.

### 5/5 — Not bad

*2020-10-29*

Honest advertising

### 3/5 — It’s ok

*2020-08-14*

I like it a lot but it has some problems but a bit more work on it then it will tern into a good game

### 1/5 — Awful

*2020-06-21*

I hate the game and also it’s a rip off of rover craft plus it’s the most boring thing on the face of the AppStore

### 5/5 — Great🧠

*2019-09-04, version 1.2*

Logical and engrossing game

### 5/5 — Awesome game!

*2017-03-01*

I had to rewrite this review because it is soo good! This game deserves more popularity, there are unlimited builds for your rover, so addicting. -- This game is a challenging building game, if you want all 4 stars of approval it might take you a while. I've passed the first planet with all stars so far. Have fun! The only thing that needs improvement is; at times when you restart/respawn your rover, sometimes the wheels go right through the terrain and crush the block other than that great game! Also timed multiplayer builds wouldn't hurt.

### 2/5 — Despicable

*2017-02-02*

This game is an ad-infested blatant copy of the game "rover craft." It provides no intelligent gameplay, no goals or objectives that are clearly stated and feels like it was designed by hackers in the early 90s. UI feels ancient. I could go into its many problems but even reading a review on this game is already wasting your time, so just save the couple minutes it will take you to start detesting the app, and go download rover craft instead.

## Frequently asked questions about Rover Builder

### What is Rover Builder?

Rover Builder is a game where you design and construct rovers to complete missions on different planets. You'll need to adapt your designs to overcome various environmental challenges and earn badges for your performance.

### How do I build rovers in Rover Builder?

You can build rovers using components like aluminum, springs, and different types of wheels. Some wheels are motored and heavy, while others are lighter and cheaper. Rockets are also available on planet 4 for enhanced propulsion.

### How do I progress in Rover Builder?

You earn badges based on how well your rover performs in missions, focusing on safety, economy, and speed. Accumulating enough badges unlocks new planets for you to explore and complete missions on.

### Does Rover Builder have ads?

No, Rover Builder does not contain advertisements, offering an uninterrupted gameplay experience.

### What devices does Rover Builder support?

Rover Builder is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

### What is the age rating for Rover Builder?

Rover Builder is rated 12+, indicating it is suitable for players aged 12 and above.

### Are there in-app purchases in Rover Builder?

Yes, Rover Builder offers in-app purchases, which may be used to acquire components or enhance gameplay, though the core game is free to play.

### How often is Rover Builder updated?

Rover Builder was last updated on November 18, 2016, with version 1.2. Future updates may introduce new content or improvements.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.2 — 2016-11-18

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

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