# Stars Runner — Chain Strategy Puzzle Game

> Chain Strategy Puzzle Game (iPhone/iPad app by DEREK PAQUET.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stars-runner/id6757344056 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [DEREK PAQUET](https://appshunter.io/developer/1809590685)
- Category: Games, Puzzle, Strategy
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 43 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-01-12
- Data updated: 2026-05-14
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stars-runner/id6757344056/reviews.md

## What is Stars Runner?

Stars Runner is a minimalist space puzzle about survival and exploration.
You are an astronaut racing forward through a shifting field of hex tiles, with a massive asteroid closing in behind you. Every move pushes you deeper into space—or traps you forever.

This is not about speed.
It’s about planning a path that lasts.

Each placement reshapes the universe in front of you. Merge tiles carefully, manage space, and create clean chains to keep moving forward. The further you go, the harsher the puzzle becomes.

Your goal is simple:
escape the asteroid and travel as far as possible.

Reach new planets.
Pass distant stars.
Push beyond your previous limits.

Stars Runner is easy to start and hard to master. Small mistakes stack quickly, while good decisions open new routes and second chances. Strong runs are built on foresight, patience, and precision.

How it works
	•	Place tiles on a hexagonal space grid
	•	Merge matching values to clear paths forward
	•	Control space to avoid being overtaken
	•	Extend your run by planning several moves ahead

There are no timers.
No interruptions.
Just focused, thoughtful play.

Designed for quick runs or long survival sessions, Stars Runner offers a new tactical challenge every time you play. No two journeys are the same.

Features
	•	Survival-focused progression through space
	•	Planets and stars unlocked by going further
	•	Strategic hex-based board with emergent paths
	•	Clean space visuals and smooth animations
	•	Fully offline. No internet required
	•	No account or sign-in needed

Stars Runner is about distance, not speed.
Every run takes you further.
Every mistake brings the asteroid closer.

Privacy & Terms
Privacy Policy: https://www.dpmedia.app/hex-merge/privacy
Terms of Use (Apple EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/


## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 5.0 — 2026-01-19

General UI improvements
Added "relax mode", disabling the asteroid chase, in settings view, allowing for a more relaxed gameplay.

### 4.1 — 2026-01-13

- Pause game when app is placed in Background
- Removed shadow/hex layer over tiles to improve look
- Improved swipe handling
- Opening chase bar now shows all milestones with distance remaining for each
- Enabled unlimited distance boost upon reaching a milestone (+10% each milestone)

### 4.0 — 2026-01-12

No release notes.

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All apps by DEREK PAQUET: https://appshunter.io/developer/1809590685

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