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Solar Explorer: New Dawn

Solar Explorer: New Dawn

The ultimate action lander!

95 ratings
77 reviews
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Archived App (Last seen on 24 Oct 2025)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 20, 2019
  • June 10, 2019

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Developer

Dwarf Cavern AS
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🏆3 achievements
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About

Pilot a customizable spaceship to colonize worlds in the Inner Solar System. Master realistic physics, complete procedurally generated missions, and unlock new parts and skins for your craft. Experience stunning visuals and an award-nominated soundtrack.

✓Unique lander gameplay
✓40 missions across 6 worlds
✓Customizable lander with parts and skins
✓Realistic physics control
✓Award-nominated visuals and soundtrack
✓Difficulty modes
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Solar Explorer. Based on 95 reviews and a 4.0/5 average, it highlights the 9 positives and 10 negatives reviewers mention most about this game.

Positive things

  • 🎨Stunning graphics and visual polish
  • 🎮Engaging and addictive gameplay mechanics
  • 🎵High-quality soundtrack and audio design
  • 💰No ads or microtransactions
  • ⚙️Realistic physics simulation
  • 🎯Challenging difficulty that rewards skill
  • 📱Smooth controls and responsive gameplay
  • 🚀Excellent value for price point
  • 🎪Arcade-style fun without simulation complexity

Negative things

  • 🐛Overly sensitive controls and thruster responsiveness
  • 😤Extremely difficult difficulty curve for beginners
  • 🔄Highly repetitive gameplay loop
  • ⏱️Short game length with limited content
  • 📍Unfair asteroid hit detection mechanics
  • ❌Unclear progression system and mission objectives
  • 🌍Unrealistic landing velocity requirements
  • 🎮No checkpoints between mission stages
  • 📝Small text size difficult to read
  • 🎯Overpowered thruster mechanics cause uncontrollable spinning
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What's New in Solar Explorer

1.0.3

June 10, 2019

FIXES: - Video player banding issues fixed. - Mission description and other UI texts are more readable now on smaller screens. - iOS 13 ready. IMPROVEMENTS: - Slightly improved overall performance on all devices. - More discrete "SKIP" UI button during skippable sequences in the game. - Various smaller adjustments.

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User reviews

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Very good

Very good game
I mainly made this to say it is an arcade game don’t rate it 1-2 stars just because you thought it was something different nowhere does it say it’s a simulator.
Michael dravisMichael dravis

Good good goood

Good graphics sundhsn
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The lightest tap can destroy everything

On any planet land at are 3-4 kph will instantly destroy you no updates also
Finally a real reviewFinally a real review

Enjoyable until it becomes impossible

I got to Venus on medium level but had to give up as it was just too annoying
MaighstirTodtMaighstirTodt

Good but…

Please fix the controls on the entry becuase it’s not working properly for me.
fef boyfef boy
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

11 issues

Left thruster works sporadically during descent

Bug

Asteroid collision detection is inaccurate

Bug

Controls unresponsive during entry phase

Bug

Ship spins uncontrollably when using thrusters

Bug

Landing pad not appearing in correct location

Bug

Game crashes on older iPad models without iOS updates

Bug

Mission progression stuck at 80% completion

Bug

Active missions remain marked as active after completion

Bug

Text cutoff on right side of iPhone Max screen

Bug

Spelling error: 'collonists' instead of 'colonists'

Bug

Video banding artifacts in cutscenes

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Requested Features

17 requests

More planets and moons to explore

Feature

Checkpoint system between landing stages

Feature

Customizable rocket designs and paint options

Feature

Sandbox or infinite mode for endless gameplay

Feature

Training/practice mode for landing techniques

Feature

Procedurally generated planets

Feature

Additional rocket types and equipment tiers

Feature

Outer solar system expansion

Feature

Multiplayer or competitive racing modes

Feature

iCloud save synchronization across devices

Feature

Adjustable fuel load during planning stage

Feature

Delta-V and maneuver readouts

Feature

Separate fuel systems for maneuver thrusters

Feature

Strategic mission planning with budget constraints

Feature

Text zoom and accessibility improvements

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Directional indicators for course correction

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Story elements and narrative expansion

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FAQ

What is Solar Explorer: New Dawn about?

Solar Explorer: New Dawn is an action lander game where players pilot a customizable spaceship to colonize worlds in the Inner Solar System. The game focuses on realistic physics, mission completion, and spacecraft customization to achieve humanity's expansion into the Solar Era.

What are the key features of this game?

Key features include a unique lander gameplay experience, 40 missions across 6 worlds with realistic environmental conditions, a customizable lander craft with unlockable parts and skins, and realistic physics control. It also boasts award-nominated visuals and soundtrack, difficulty modes, and challenging achievements.

How much does Solar Explorer: New Dawn cost?

Based on the provided information, this application is a paid game. There are no mentions of free-to-play elements, subscriptions, or in-app purchases, indicating a one-time purchase model.

What kind of missions can I expect in Solar Explorer: New Dawn?

The game features procedurally generated missions that offer a unique experience each time you play. These missions take place on 6 alien worlds, each recreated with stunning realism and incorporating real environmental physical conditions like gravity, wind, and temperature.

Can I customize my spaceship?

Yes, the lander spaceship is highly customizable. You can unlock additional parts to improve your lander's capabilities for completing missions and skins to personalize its appearance. Experimenting with different configurations, especially side thruster placement, is crucial for optimal performance.