# Tilteroids

> Physics-based 3D space shooter with tilt controls and arcade gameplay. (iPhone/iPad app by JackCraft.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tilteroids/id332515142 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [JackCraft](https://appshunter.io/developer/332515145)
- Category: Games, Casual, Simulation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 19 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 54 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-09-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tilteroids/id332515142/reviews.md

## What is Tilteroids?

Tilteroids is now free! Enjoy!

REVIEWS

"Tilteroids is a simple idea done well. It's easy to replay and the challenge does slowly ramp up as accumulated damage becomes harder to avoid. ...a great little casual experience."
- Andrew Nesvadba, AppSpy

"The graphics and sound are decent. The controls work well,  ... the gameplay is kinda fun. It’s simple like munching power pellets in 1982."
- Jason Johnston, TouchGen

"Wow - this has some of the best 3D graphics I've seen in a game like this. And the gameplay itself is really fun and challenging. A great game all around!
- iTunes review

DESCRIPTION

• A uniquely physics based asteroids game.

• Collisions of objects accurately obey the laws of physics.

• Optimized for Retina display.

• Universal app optimized for iPad!

• Full use of 4 inch Retina displays.

• Support for 4.7 and 5.5 inch displays.

• Easily maneuver and aim your ship by simply tilting.

• Auto calibration for comfortable play position.

• Support for all device orientations (iPad only).

• Simple taps unleash your weapons and engage the tractor beam.

• High quality, fully rendered 3D graphics and stunning special effects!

• Breathtaking high-res, dynamic backgrounds from the Hubble Space Telescope.

• Accurate 3D spatial sound effects - try the headphones!

• Global leaderboards and achievements via Game Center.

• A visually stunning asteroids game that's actually fun to play!


STORY

From the icy blackness of space hostile alien forces unleash unimagined terror upon a peaceful settlement, completely destroying their planet. Once orbiting the planet, your space station is all that remains of humanity in this part of the galaxy. It falls to you to defend this lone outpost against the onslaught of asteroids and the enemy fighters bent on your extermination.


• Visit our web site to see it in action!
• More features coming!

A classic game updated for a 21st century device.

## Key features

- Physics-based gameplay
- Tilt controls for ship maneuverability
- High-quality 3D graphics and effects
- 3D spatial sound effects
- Global leaderboards and achievements
- Universal app for iPad

## Recent user reviews (10 of 19)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tilteroids/id332515142/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Enjoyable

*2022-12-07*

This is an enjoyable game.  I can’t imagine how long it must take to get those high scores on the leaderboard.

### 5/5 — Finally a game worth my time and attention 100%

*2022-11-14*

Might have to call off from work a couple days lol 😅

### 5/5 — Great game!

*2012-10-11*

I'm a casual gamer and find this game to be lots of fun. The sound, images, and gameplay are awesome.

### 5/5 — Really love this invention Iphone inter graded

*2012-01-06*

Love it unlikely any other.

### 5/5 — Mr.

*2011-05-17*

Great game! Updated frequently, very gpod graphics! Best when played on a touch. Good looking on iPad but harder to get the higher scores.

### 4/5 — good game

*2011-02-28, version 1.4*

good arcade game and is definatly fun.

### 5/5 — Great

*2010-10-24, version 0*

Really good game!

### 1/5 — Awful

*2010-09-21, version 0*

Sorry, it might be free but it really is crap.

### 2/5 — Nice try

*2010-09-21*

It looked good, but it just wasn't fun. Also I couldn't find any way to pause unless I hit the home button to quit.

### 4/5 — Great game!

*2010-09-21, version 0*

Pro:
-Great background pics
-Lots of different enemies
-Fun

## Frequently asked questions about Tilteroids

### What is Tilteroids?

Tilteroids is a physics-based asteroids game with 3D graphics and tilt controls. It offers a challenging arcade experience where players defend against alien forces.

### Is Tilteroids free to play?

Yes, Tilteroids is currently free to download and play. It was previously a paid app but is now available at no cost.

### What devices does Tilteroids support?

Tilteroids is a universal app optimized for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. It supports various display sizes, including Retina displays.

### How do I control my ship in Tilteroids?

You can easily maneuver and aim your ship by simply tilting your device. Simple taps are used to unleash weapons and engage the tractor beam.

### Does Tilteroids have multiplayer?

The description does not mention multiplayer functionality. However, it does feature global leaderboards and achievements via Game Center, allowing for competitive play.

### What is the age rating for Tilteroids?

Tilteroids has an age rating of 9+. This suggests it is suitable for players aged 9 and older.

### How often is Tilteroids updated?

The latest version is 1.8.1, released on January 22, 2016. While the app is older, the description mentions that more features are coming.

### Does Tilteroids have ads?

No, Tilteroids does not contain advertisements. It is a free game without any ad interruptions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8.1 — 2016-01-22

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

Updated for the iPad Pro.

### 1.8 — 2014-10-11

√ New features:
• Support for iOS 8 and 4.7 and 5.5 inch displays.
• Built for 64-bit devices.
• iOS 5.1.1 or later is now required.
• Great background music!
• Improved tilt responsiveness.
• new icon.
• new launch images.
• UI tweaks.

√ Bug fixes:
• Eliminated multiple pulse hits on some objects.
• Fixed problems with some rare Game Center scenarios.
• Fixed lingering mine snare tractor beam sound at end of game.
• Fixed some refugee joints (elbows now bend).
• Prevented app crash by only opening embedded web controller if memory is sufficient.
• Statistics sometimes didn't appear after a game.

### 1.7.3 — 2012-12-07

• Custom control button positions for iPad!
• Support for full iPhone 5 display.
• iPod 5 now runs at a smooth 60 fps.
• Removed OpenFeint support, since the service is being discontinued.

### 1.7.2 — 2012-11-26

√ BUG FIX:
• Fixed a crash introduced in version 1.7.1 involving the OpenFeint leaderboard (sorry about that).

### 1.7.1 — 2012-11-16

√ Features:
• Better frame rate consistency.
• Better leaderboard behavior in poor network conditions.

√ Bug fixes:
• Work-around for missing sounds after an audio interruption in iOS 6.
• Work-around for stuck sounds in iOS 6.
• Game Center scores not always displayed correctly.

## More apps by JackCraft

- [Movielogue](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/movielogue/id934140355)

All apps by JackCraft: https://appshunter.io/developer/332515145

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*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 2026-06-05.*
