Comparison

Planetfall vs SpaceSPflight

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Planetfall

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Take command of humanity’s deep-space expansion. Manage energy, fuel, and rare materials to push beyond the boundaries of the known universe in an atmospheric orbital simulation. THE HORIZON CALLS. Planetfall is a sci-fi resource management and exploration simulation that places you in command of the ORA-7 orbital station. Your mission is simple but unforgiving: survive, expand, and discover what lies beyond charted space. Guide humanity’s advance through distant star systems by managing critical resources, upgrading advanced ship systems, and launching long-duration expeditions into the unknown. FEATURES COMMAND THE MISSION Operate a high-fidelity, diegetic interface designed to feel like a real spacecraft control system. Every interaction is grounded in immersive visuals, subtle haptics, and atmospheric audio. EXPLORE THE UNKNOWN Chart courses through multiple star systems and survey a wide range of celestial bodies, each with distinct conditions and rewards: • Sol System – Revisit humanity’s origin, from Martian dust storms to Jupiter’s turbulent bands. • Auriga System – Navigate fragment belts and volatile worlds in constant flux. • Perseid Frontier – Brave ionized ice giants and unstable volcanic planets. • Lyra Nebula – Harvest resources from quasar-lit reefs and crystalline voids. MANAGE & UPGRADE Balance Energy, Fuel, and Rare Materials to keep your operation running. Upgrade propulsion systems, cargo capacity, scan arrays, and drone bays to travel farther and unlock deeper regions of space. UNCOVER HIDDEN SIGNALS Intercept encrypted transmissions and recover lost data logs to uncover the truth behind the Horizon Directive. REAL-TIME & OFFLINE PROGRESSION Space travel takes time. Expeditions continue while you’re offline, with drones harvesting planetary surfaces and systems generating resources in the background. Return to tangible progress every time you check in. Planetfall is built for fans of high-concept science fiction, thoughtful progression, and atmospheric simulation games. Take humanity beyond the frontier — one system at a time.Take command of humanity’s deep-space expansion. Manage energy, fuel, and rare materials to push beyond the boundaries of the known universe in an atmospheric orbital simulation. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://planetfall.roadmanstudio.com/privacy

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SpaceSPflight

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AstroFlight — Pilot Your Rocket Through the Solar System Embark on an unforgettable journey across our solar system with AstroFlight, a fully 3D space exploration and flight simulation game built for iPhone and iPad. Whether you're a space enthusiast, an aspiring astronaut, or just looking for a relaxing yet challenging flight experience, AstroFlight puts the cosmos at your fingertips. EXPLORE A LIVING 3D SOLAR SYSTEM Spin, zoom, and glide through a beautifully rendered solar system featuring all eight planets, each with realistic relative sizes, orbital distances, and orbital speeds. Watch Mercury race around the sun while distant Neptune drifts slowly along its massive orbit. Saturn's iconic rings shimmer as it rotates, and a dense starfield surrounds you on every side, creating a true sense of scale and wonder. Tap on any planet to learn fascinating facts — discover why Venus is the hottest planet in the solar system, why Mars is called the Red Planet, and what makes Jupiter's Great Red Spot so famous. Every planet includes bite-sized educational content that's fun for explorers of all ages. FLY YOUR OWN ROCKET When you're ready for action, launch your rocket toward any planet and switch into an immersive cockpit view. Steer using an intuitive on-screen joystick or connect a compatible game controller for precision control. Hold the thrust button to accelerate, and watch your fuel gauge — every second of thrust counts. REALISTIC GRAVITY AND FLIGHT PHYSICS AstroFlight features a genuine flight model where each planet's gravity affects your rocket differently. Heavier planets like Jupiter and Neptune pull harder, while smaller worlds like Mercury and Mars are more forgiving. Master the balance between speed, fuel, and gravity to land smoothly — come in too fast, and your rocket won't survive. LAND, EARN, AND UPGRADE Successfully landing on a planet rewards you with credits based on its difficulty. Use your earnings to unlock more powerful rockets in the Hangar: Scout I — your reliable starting rocket Voyager Heavy — increased thrust and fuel capacity for tougher missions Titan X — the ultimate rocket for conquering the outer planets Each rocket offers different thrust-to-fuel ratios, giving you new strategies for tackling distant worlds like Uranus and Neptune. ACHIEVEMENTS AND PROGRESSION Track your progress with a built-in achievement system: First Touchdown — land on your first planet Inner System Explorer — conquer Mercury, Venus, and Mars Outer System Explorer — master Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune Grand Tour — land on all eight planets and complete your collection Your mission log keeps a running history of every launch, landing, and crash. DESIGNED FOR EVERYONE AstroFlight includes a friendly welcome guide that walks new players through the controls — exploring the solar system, launching, steering, managing fuel, and landing safely. Revisit the guide anytime from the Hangar menu. FEATURES AT A GLANCE Fully 3D solar system with all eight planets, realistic orbits, and a dynamic starfield Tap-to-explore planet cards with fun facts about each world Immersive cockpit flight mode with gravity-based physics On-screen joystick plus full support for MFi and Bluetooth game controllers Three unlockable rockets with unique thrust and fuel stats Credit-based economy and progression system Built-in achievement tracking Particle effects for thrust and crashes Haptic feedback for an immersive feel Friendly onboarding guide for new players One-time purchase — no subscriptions, no ads, no IAP required A SPACE ADVENTURE THAT NEVER GETS OLD Whether you're threading the needle for a perfect landing on Mars, racing gravity to reach distant Neptune, or simply enjoying the planets in orbital view, AstroFlight offers something for every kind of space explorer. Download today and start your journey!

Screenshots

Planetfall4 screens
SpaceSPflight4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SpaceSPflight at none against Planetfall's 3. Planetfall's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Planetfall sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. SpaceSPflight asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Planetfall versus SpaceSPflight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlanetfallSpaceSPflight
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size80 MB5 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperVincent PestanaShashwat Patel

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Planetfall

One-time3
  • QUANTUM BOOST RELAY$1.99
  • Fleet Resupply Drop$1.99
  • Skip Trip$1.99
None

SpaceSPflight

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Planetfall free?
Planetfall is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SpaceSPflight free?
SpaceSPflight is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Planetfall or SpaceSPflight have ads?
SpaceSPflight shows ads; Planetfall does not.

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