# Verticus

> Superhero action-adventure game with free-fall gameplay, upgrades, and alien battles. (iPhone/iPad app by Hitcents.com, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/verticus/id551081320 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hitcents.com, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/473326402)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Adventure
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 1,171 App Store ratings · 525 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 4.3 · 48 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-11-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-17
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/verticus/id551081320/reviews.md

## What is Verticus?

☆ Named a Best iPhone and iPad Game of 2012 by TouchArcade (Endless Runner category) ☆
☆ Second Place, Best Lead Character - 148 Apps' 2012 Best App Ever Awards ☆

Stan Lee, the legendary co-creator of Spider-Man™, Iron Man™, and The Avengers™ presents an exhilarating, addictive, all-new action adventure game.

You are Verticus™, a superhero equipped with a high tech, heat-resistant jump suit who must prevent the Earth’s destruction at the hands of an evil alien race known as The Obliterators! 
 
Free-fall through the atmosphere and into the very center of our planet!
Avoid treacherous obstacles and alien attacks!
Battle fierce foes!
Collect materials to upgrade your suit!
Collect variant suits! 
Save the Earth!
Excelsior!
 
Featuring:
✜Original characters and story by Stan Lee
✜Original voiceover by Stan Lee
✜Stunning retina graphics
✜Addicting and intuitive gameplay
✜Dozens of upgrades and power-ups
✜Awesome Missions and Game Center achievements
✜Challenge your friends
✜Post your best scores to Facebook and Twitter

## Key features

- Free-fall gameplay
- Alien invasion storyline
- Obstacle avoidance
- Enemy battles
- Suit upgrades
- Collect variant suits
- Stan Lee original content

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Health Regenerator | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coin Doubler | $0.99 | one-time |
| Orb Doubler | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Coin Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coin Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Large Coin Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Small Orb Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Orb Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Orb Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| XL Orb Pack | $19.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Verticus?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast-paced gameplay
- 👍 Unique control system
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 👍 Appealing graphics
- 👍 Engaging gameplay

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Slow loading times
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game crashes on launch
- Achievements not being awarded
- Controls disappearing during gameplay

**Most requested features**

- Update the game for newer iOS versions
- Add more levels and content
- Implement a checkpoint system
- Introduce new suits and abilities

## Recent user reviews (10 of 525)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/verticus/id551081320/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Update wanted

*2026-06-16*

Great game without updates.. Using old iPad - one chance to play

### 2/5 — Não consigo jogar... 😤

*2026-04-03*

Não fiz nada aí a tela fica preta e o jogo sai 😠

### 5/5 — Update it please

*2024-12-11, version 1.1.2*

I need to play this game again

### 5/5 — PLEASE COME BACK

*2024-10-25, version 1.1.2*

This was a favorite of mine wish I could still play it

### 5/5 — PLEASE UPDATE!!!!

*2024-09-18, version 1.1.2*

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE UPDATE THIS GAME. I loved this game so much growing up and I’d love to go back and re experience this game in modern day. Pleaseeeeee

### 5/5 — Bring back verticus!!

*2024-08-21, version 1.1.2*

Please update I loved this game as a kid!!

### 5/5 — WE WANT TO PLAY AGAIN

*2024-08-17, version 1.1.2*

Please UPDATE so we can play again

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2024-04-08, version 1.1.2*

I loved this game when I was younger. Sadly I can’t play it anymore but if the devs update it you bet I’ll be the first to download it again! 10/10 game really

### 5/5 — Love it

*2024-03-31, version 1.1.2*

please renew so i can play it again.

### 5/5 — Update the game

*2024-03-10, version 1.1.2*

Please

## Frequently asked questions about Verticus

### What is Verticus?

Verticus is an action-adventure game where you play as a superhero equipped with a high-tech suit. Your mission is to free-fall through Earth's atmosphere and core to prevent destruction by an alien race.

### What are the key gameplay mechanics?

The game involves free-falling, avoiding treacherous obstacles and alien attacks, battling fierce foes, and collecting materials to upgrade your suit and collect variant suits.

### Is Verticus free to play?

Yes, the game is free to download and play. It offers in-app purchases for upgrades and other items.

### What platforms is Verticus available on?

Based on the description, Verticus was recognized as a Best iPhone and iPad Game, indicating it is available on iOS devices.

### What makes Verticus unique?

The game features an original story and voiceover by Stan Lee, stunning retina graphics, intuitive gameplay, and challenges that allow you to compete with friends and share scores.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.2 — 2013-03-27

- Interface and performance enhancements, bug fixes

### 1.1.1 — 2013-01-03

- Performance enhancements, bug fixes, and tweaks based on user feedback.

### 1.1.0 — 2012-12-19

To celebrate the season and Stan Lee's 90th birthday, Verticus drops this COLOSSAL holiday update!!!
* See your friends' high-score milestones as you play
* 7 newly redesigned suits-- each with unique special abilities!
* Special festive holiday "Verticlaus" suit
* Additional gameplay enhancements based on user feedback
* Free to play

### 1.0.2 — 2012-11-18

- Fixed bug that was causing crashes on certain devices.

### 1.0.1 — 2012-11-08

Players receive bonus in-game currency.

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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 2026-08-17.*