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  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 14, 2014
  • September 17, 2026

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Engage in thrilling space combat with this popular deckbuilding game. Build your deck, outmaneuver opponents, and conquer the galaxy. Offers both single-player campaigns and multiplayer battles.

Deckbuilding gameplay
Player vs Player combat
AI battles
Campaign mode
Online multiplayer
Pass and Play mode
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What's New in Star Realms

20260914.1.2

September 17, 2026

Updates: -Stealth Needle interactions with Pod Token ships and ships from Strikeforce -Updates to in-app purchasing

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In-App Purchases

$1.99

High Alert: Invasion

Adds ships, bases, and campaign Chapter 26.

User reviews

Great game, but….

Horrible IAP policy of completely ignoring old Apple Store purchases lost me as a customer for them and many other companies. Yes there was plenty of warning. This having to create an account per game/company is unacceptable in my mind. Doesn’t take away from the app/game itself, but nothing on the mobile app level is good enough for that level of hassle.
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Good but

It is fun but I wish there were free expansions

Super fun and very balanced game

Never heard of this game before I downloaded the app. It took 4 or 5 plays to figure it out but now I’m hooked. Try it, you’ll love it!

Flawed mechanics

When playing on hard difficulty, powerful cards that you buy are almost always among the last cards in your draw deck. It makes you wait as long as possible before being able to use them instead of them being randomly shuffled in the deck like they should be.

Additionally, from time to time the damage dealt by the AI is more than the cards they’ve played.
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THE CAMPAIGNS ARE A TOTAL JOKE

It’s a shame that the developers just don’t bother to answer any of the reviews, customer service is clearly not important. The AI cheating just has to be seen, so biased. It seems the campaigns are designed just to annoy and irritate, well done guys.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Game freezes and crashes on launch

Bug

Online games getting stuck or timing out

Bug

Inability to scrap or play certain cards

Bug

Incorrect card behavior and interactions

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Add undo/rewind functionality

Feature

Improve offline/single-player experience

Feature

Implement better matchmaking and player communication

Feature

Provide more detailed game statistics and analytics

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FAQ

What is Star Realms?

Star Realms is a popular space combat deckbuilding game that combines addictive deckbuilding gameplay with exciting trading card game-style combat. It allows players to build their decks, engage in player versus player battles, and compete against AI opponents.

What are the key features of Star Realms?

Key features include addictive deckbuilding gameplay, player versus player combat, AI battles with adjustable difficulty, a campaign mode with multiple missions, online play with global rankings, and a Pass and Play mode for local multiplayer.

How much does Star Realms cost?

The game offers a free version with core gameplay features, including a tutorial and a 6-mission campaign. A one-time upgrade unlocks additional campaign missions, online play, and other features to play with friends on any device.

What devices is Star Realms compatible with?

The application is a universal app, meaning it can be played on iPhone, iPod, iPad, iPad Mini, and iPad Air. The one-time upgrade allows for cross-device play.

Who designed Star Realms?

Star Realms was designed by Magic the Gathering Hall of Famers Darwin Kastle and Rob Dougherty, who also designed the Ascension Deckbuilding Game. This ensures a high level of strategic depth and engaging gameplay.