# Stellar Patrol Space Combat — Space Fighter Sim > Retro space combat and exploration simulator with ship upgrades and trading. (iPhone/iPad app by greg brady.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stellar-patrol-space-combat/id1407894827 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [greg brady](https://appshunter.io/developer/867814192) - Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Simulation - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.00/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 9+ - Requires: iOS 15.0 · 81 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2018-08-21 - Data updated: 2026-09-08 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stellar-patrol-space-combat/id1407894827/reviews.md ## What is Stellar Patrol Space Combat? Fly a fighter out of a carrier on a wild ride and take back a galaxy, one sector at a time. Stellar Patrol is an open-galaxy space combat sim. Launch from the TCS Independence, clear hostile sectors, run missions for the planets that will have you, mine asteroids, trade cargo between systems, and upgrade your way from a stock Avro light fighter into something that can break a stronghold on its own. YOUR CARRIER, YOUR HOME The TCS Independence is your base, your dock and your jump drive. Every run begins on her bow pad. Refit between sectors, take on new work, and jump to any sector you have unlocked. 39 SECTORS TO TAKE BACK Zeta through Trantor, each with its own planets, bases, pirate strongholds and civilian traffic. Break a sector's defences and its ports open to you for trade, missions and supply. 31 SHIPS Light fighters, interceptors, strike fighters, heavy interdictors, freighters and experimental hulls. Buy them, fit them, fly them. MAKE A LIVING • Mine asteroids for ore and materials • Trade cargo between systems and work the price differences • Take missions from the planets and bases you have befriended • Salvage wrecks for what is still worth taking FIGHT • Real-time combat against fighters, turrets, defence platforms and capital ships • Shields, armour, countermeasures and hull repairs to manage mid-fight • Pirate bases that answer back, launching garrisons to defend themselves • Full external gamepad support CLIMB • Earn prestige, climb the ranks and unlock the next sector • World and country leaderboards • Per-sector records to beat • Cloud backup, so your career survives a new phone Free to play, with optional in-app purchases to remove ads or top up crystals. Available in English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese and Russian. ** A note from the developer ** Stellar Patrol first launched in 2016, and then I left it alone for far too long. Version 2.0 is me coming back to it properly: a rebuilt mission system, a carrier to call home, sectors that actually feel alive, and a long list of things I should have fixed years ago. If you hit a bug, or something just feels wrong, please tell me at support@gbeegames.com. I read every message, and I would much rather hear about a problem than have you quietly uninstall. Thanks for flying. — Greg, GBeeGames ## Key features - Galaxy-wide combat against invaders - Ship and weapon upgrades - Explore 39+ star systems and 200+ planets - Mine asteroids and trade with planets - Pilot various ship types - Reputation system and achievements - Open galaxy exploration ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | 100 Crystals | $1.99 | one-time | | 200 Crystals | $2.99 | one-time | | 500 Crystals | $4.99 | one-time | | 1000 Crystals | $6.99 | one-time | | 2000 Crystals | $14.99 | one-time | | 5000 Crystals | $29.99 | one-time | | 10000 Crystals | $49.99 | one-time | | 20000 Crystals | $89.99 | one-time | | Turn off ads | $1.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 12) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stellar-patrol-space-combat/id1407894827/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Space fun!!! *2025-08-19, version 1.6* Having a great time upgrading my ship and dominating the galactic map! I’m enjoying the rewarding mission style and progression for ship upgrades!! ### 5/5 — controller???? *2024-10-18* controller support would be a great addition for your game ### 3/5 — It’s cool, but… *2022-09-07* I started playing after I saw the developer also made StellarTrek. I really enjoy the game. It’s a lot more open and there’s more to do. There seems to be a sort of lore/story going on with the different factions and I dig it. I like the bases and planets, the feel of the movement and combat, as well as how open the sectors are. It’s a really good basis for a game that has otherwise been a bit underdeveloped. The core of the gameplay is defeating all enemies and bases in a sector to open the next jumpgate, and while being fun; it gets a little old after a bit. Especially considering there are 39 sectors in the game. (Spoilers ahead) The biggest complaint I have with the game is the ending. The ending is extremely underwhelming and solely consists of yet another “Sector Liberated” message but slightly different. There also isn’t anything to do after the ending other than to do some missions but that’s about it. I just think the game is missing substance. Other than that, its a very enjoyable classic 2D experience :) ### 5/5 — Niice *2022-06-04* The background radio chatter was a real nice touch. Couldnt i be a Pirate though? Thank you for this cool wingcammanderesk game. ### 5/5 — Tons of fun! *2020-09-05, version 1.6* A lot like Star Control, with the trading of Starflight. Great fun, I haven’t found any major bugs yet (save, then exit/kill and restart if the close radar & dialog boxes get too hard to hit the “X”), and the bonus “secret” pirates are neat and profitable. The ads aren’t even that annoying or frequent (and I hate ads). Two thumbs up, 10/10, 5 stars, you know... all good! ### 5/5 — Stellar Patrol *2019-06-02* In my opinion, this game is wonderful! Yes it may seem repetitive to some others but with these type of games it’s bound to be that way and all the other things about this game makes up for it. Also I saw some people complaining about how some ships are from sci-fi shows but come on... really? It’s not that big of a problem and plus, I like it and I think others do to. Please keep making games like this!!!! I love it!!! ### 1/5 — Critically flawed *2018-11-06* The game has ads of 12 year olds twerking. The gameplay is stale, shields don’t recharge and the thumbstick is too close to the edge of the screen. Most of the ships are stolen directly from Sci-Fi shows and movies, such as Star Wars, Battlestar Galactica, and Firefly. ### 3/5 — Gets old real quick. *2018-11-04* Too much repetition. Dialog is difficult to understand. Didn’t hold my attention. ### 3/5 — Stellar patrol *2018-10-16, version 1.6* Good most of the time but the ads that pop up sometimes cause my game to freeze plus every so often controls freeze but you can save ### 5/5 — Arcade game!! *2018-09-11, version 1.3* Fun old fashioned space shooter, lots of fun! ## Frequently asked questions about Stellar Patrol Space Combat ### What is Stellar Patrol? Stellar Patrol is a retro space simulator where you battle enemies to free the galaxy. You can upgrade your ship, mine asteroids, trade with planets, and explore a vast universe. ### Is Stellar Patrol free to play? Yes, Stellar Patrol is completely free to download and play. The developer also mentions it is free with in-app purchases. ### What platforms is Stellar Patrol available on? Stellar Patrol is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. ### How often is Stellar Patrol updated? Stellar Patrol was last updated on September 28, 2018, with version 1.6. The developer is actively seeking bug reports and feature suggestions. ### What is the age rating for Stellar Patrol? Stellar Patrol has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger players and above. ### Does Stellar Patrol have multiplayer or offline play? The description does not explicitly mention multiplayer or offline play. It focuses on single-player progression and exploration. ### What kind of gameplay mechanics does Stellar Patrol offer? Stellar Patrol features space combat, ship and weapon upgrades, asteroid mining, trading, and free exploration in an open galaxy with missions and story elements. ### How can I report bugs or suggest features for Stellar Patrol? You can contact the developer, Greg at GBeeGames, directly at support@gbeegames.com to report bugs or suggest new features for Stellar Patrol. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.0.1 — 2026-09-04 The biggest update since launch. NEW MISSION SYSTEM — a rebuilt mission engine with real objectives and multi-step assignments. THE TCS INDEPENDENCE — your carrier is now home base, dock and jump port. Every sector begins on her bow pad, and the galactic map jumps you between unlocked sectors. LIVING SECTORS — enemies, civilian traffic and base garrisons now spawn and behave dynamically rather than sitting on a fixed list. FIXES — restored death and impact sounds that never played on iOS; corrected ship stat labels and a range of interface issues/bugs. ### 1.6 — 2018-09-28 Added a Training Level ### 1.5 — 2018-09-22 fixed critical ship bug fine tuned ship control ### 1.4 — 2018-09-11 added turrets added wrecks ### 1.3 — 2018-09-07 Fixed critical jumpgate bug ## Apps similar to Stellar Patrol Space Combat | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Space Trek 2150](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-trek-2150/id6738013028) | 4.7 (22) | Free | Games | | [Colony Attack](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colony-attack/id551555854) | 4.4 (205) | Free | Games | | [Warship War: Alien Invasion](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/warship-war-alien-invasion/id1536760242) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Games | | [Super Starship 3](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-starship-3/id1619621970) | 4.0 (31) | Free | Games | | [Galactic Battlefront](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galactic-battlefront/id1029524524) | 4.6 (5) | Free | Games | | [Galaxy Clash: Evolved Empire](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-clash-evolved-empire/id942468836) | 4.1 (18) | Free | Games | ## More apps by greg brady - [Stellar Trek Galaxies](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stellar-trek-galaxies/id898609925) - [Basketball Play Designer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basketball-play-designer/id1407281336) - [Football Play Designer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/football-play-designer/id1407432809) - [Hockey Play Designer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hockey-play-designer/id1407473799) - [Soccer Play Designer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soccer-play-designer/id1407840657) All apps by greg brady: https://appshunter.io/developer/867814192 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-08.*