Best Milky Way Galaxy Apps & Games

178+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
16 free apps & games
Updated July 2026

Out of 178+ milky way galaxy apps on iOS, 16 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Top Picks for Milky Way Galaxy

Our Galaxy#1

Our Galaxy by Otherwise

A Three-Dimensional Atlas
Editor's Choice
🔍 Reference
4.7😊(349 ratings)
Free
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Explore the 3D locations and physical properties of deep sky objects within our galaxy. Visualize the galaxy's structure and enhance your understanding of celestial bodies. Ideal for astronomy enthusiasts and educators.

What We Love

  • 🌌 Excellent for galaxy exploration
  • 💡 Provides great perspective
  • ✨ Amazing 3D rendering
  • 📚 Informative and educational

Room to Improve

  • 🤔 Navigation can be clunky
  • 💀 App can be difficult to exit
  • 📉 Limited exploration range
Exoplanet#2

Exoplanet by Hanno Rein

Interactive exoplanet database
Strong Contender
📚 Education
4.7😊(862 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Explore a vast, interactive database of discovered exoplanets and their host stars. Visualize their physical properties, locations in the night sky, and orbital paths. Discover the observable universe from Earth to the cosmic microwave background with stunning 3D models and augmented reality features.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app
  • 👍 Insanely entertaining
  • 👍 Amazing graphics and interactive diorama
  • 👍 Detailed explanation of planets

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Some exoplanets not showing up in search
  • 🐛 Inconsistent behavior when switching between databases
  • 🔒 Paid upgrades required to access more features
Planets#3

Planets by Q Continuum

Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.5😊(899 ratings)
Free
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Explore the solar system with a 3D guide. Discover planets, moons, and celestial events with interactive sky views and visibility information. Perfect for budding astronomers.

What We Love

  • 🤩 Amazing app
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🌟 Accurate and informative
  • 🔭 Helpful for stargazing

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
  • 🧭 Compass/orientation issues
  • 🌑 Inaccurate moon phase information

More Milky Way Galaxy apps to explore

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Star Chart
Star Chart
Star Chart
by ESCAPE VELOCITY LIMITED
Free

Explore the cosmos with this augmented reality astronomy app. Point your device at the sky to identify stars, planets, and constellations in real-time. Discover celestial bodies and their positions, even traveling through time to view the universe's past and future.

Augmented reality sky identification3D simulation of the visible universeReal-time celestial object tracking
📚 Education
(25K)
free with in-app purchases
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Night Sky
Night Sky
Night Sky
Guide to Stars,Comets,Meteors
Free

Explore the cosmos with an AI-powered planetarium. Identify stars, planets, and satellites by pointing your device at the sky. Discover celestial objects in augmented reality and share your stargazing experiences with others.

AI personal planetariumIdentify stars, planets, constellations, satellitesAugmented Reality (AR) exploration
🔍 Reference
(482K)
freemium
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Sky Guide
Sky Guide
Sky Guide
Star gaze constellation finder
Free

Identify stars, constellations, planets, and satellites in real-time by holding your device overhead. Explore celestial bodies with AR overlays, track satellites like the ISS, and travel through time to view past and future astronomical events. Perfect for both novice and experienced stargazers.

Automatic celestial object identificationAugmented reality sky overlaySatellite tracking and notifications
🔍 Reference
(26K)
free with in-app purchases
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Stellarium Mobile - Star Map
Stellarium Mobile - Star Map
Stellarium Mobile - Star Map
Watch night sky, find stars
Free

Explore the night sky with a real-time planetarium. Identify stars, planets, constellations, and satellites by simply pointing your phone. Offers detailed astronomical data and cultural constellation interpretations.

Real-time sky simulationIdentify stars, planets, satellitesConstellation shapes and illustrations
📚 Education
(36K)
free with in-app purchases
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Galaxy Attack: Alien Shooter
Galaxy Attack: Alien Shooter
Galaxy Attack: Alien Shooter
Classic Space War Invasion
Free

Pilot a lone spaceship to defend Earth from relentless alien swarms in this classic space shooter. Upgrade your weapons and skills to overcome increasingly difficult challenges across numerous levels and intense boss battles.

Multiplayer modeHigh quality graphicsActive skills
🎮 Games
(649K)
free with in-app purchases
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Solar Walk Lite - Planetarium
Solar Walk Lite - Planetarium
Solar Walk Lite - Planetarium
Planets System & Astronomy 3D
Free

Explore our Solar System in an interactive 3D model. Discover celestial bodies with detailed information, real photos, and stunning visuals. This free app offers a pocket planetarium experience without requiring an internet connection.

Interactive 3D Solar System modelReal-time celestial body positionsDetailed information and photos
🔍 Reference
(31K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Galaxy Sky Shooting
Galaxy Sky Shooting
Galaxy Sky Shooting
Strike Fighter Galaxy Shooter
Free

Engage in intense space combat, piloting a lone spaceship to defend the galaxy from alien invaders. Dodge enemy fire, upgrade your spacecraft, and challenge powerful bosses in various game modes. Plan your strategy and unleash your fighter's full potential.

Shoot to protect galaxy10 spaceships to chooseUpgrade spacecraft
🎮 Games
(4.8K)
subscription
11
OSR Star Finder
OSR Star Finder
OSR Star Finder
Stars, Constellations & More
Free

Explore the night sky and locate your named star with this augmented reality app. Discover constellations, learn about celestial bodies, and easily find when and where to view your star from your location. Share your stargazing experiences with others.

Name and find your own starLocate and track starsExplore 88 constellations with artwork
📚 Education
(4.6K)
free
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Galaxiga: Classic Arcade Game
Galaxiga: Classic Arcade Game
Galaxiga: Classic Arcade Game
80s Alien Space Galaxy Shooter
Free

Engage in thrilling arcade-style space combat, defending the galaxy from alien invaders. Pilot customizable starships, upgrade weapons, and face challenging missions and bosses. Experience a blend of classic nostalgia and modern action with competitive multiplayer and leaderboards.

Arcade-style space shootingChallenging mission levelsCustomizable starships
🎮 Games
(26K)
free with in-app purchases
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Pocket Galaxy: Gravity Sandbox
Pocket Galaxy: Gravity Sandbox
Pocket Galaxy: Gravity Sandbox
Universe Space Simulation Game
Free

Design and simulate your own universe with realistic physics. Customize planets, stars, and moons, then watch them interact. Destroy solar systems with powerful tools or explore the life that develops in your creations.

Create and customize your own universeSimulate realistic planet orbits and physicsDestroy solar systems with various tools
🎮 Games
(25K)
free with in-app purchases
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Infinite Galaxy
Infinite Galaxy
Infinite Galaxy
Command your space fleet
Free

Command a vast space fleet in a galaxy on the brink of war. Build your spaceport, recruit crew, and explore the universe. Engage in strategic battles and form alliances to survive and conquer.

Build and upgrade Spaceport facilitiesRecruit and manage crew membersDesign and command 30 types of spaceships
🎮 Games
(7.1K)
free with in-app purchases
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Galaxy Map
Galaxy Map
Galaxy Map
Astronomy guide to space
Free

Explore the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies in an interactive 3D map. Discover nebulae, supernovae, and planets, with stunning visuals based on NASA data. Ideal for education and space enthusiasts.

Interactive 3D galaxy mapExplore nebulae and supernovaeFly through planetary atmospheres
📚 Education
(570)
free with in-app purchases
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SkySafari 7 Pro
SkySafari 7 Pro
SkySafari 7 Pro
Astronomy Guide To Night Sky
$9.99
$29.99 | 67% OFF

Explore the night sky with an extensive astronomy database and advanced planning tools. Discover astronomical events, control your telescope, and connect with other stargazers in real-time.

Extensive celestial object databaseAdvanced event finderTelescope control (ASCOM Alpaca, INDI, StarSense)
🔍 Reference
(4.9K)
free with in-app purchases
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Sky Map
Sky Map
Sky Map
by Mobius Networks (Private) Limited
Free

This app transforms your device into a portable planetarium. Simply point it at the night sky to identify stars, planets, constellations, and other celestial objects in real-time.

Real-time sky identificationDisplays stars and planetsShows moon phases
🔍 Reference
(216)
free
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SkyView®
SkyView®
SkyView®
Explore the Universe
$2.99

Identify stars, constellations, planets, and satellites by simply pointing your device at the sky. This app uses augmented reality to guide you and provides information on celestial objects, upcoming events, and even allows you to travel through time to view the sky on different dates.

Identify stars, planets, and satellites with ARDiscover all 88 constellationsSchedule alerts for celestial events
📚 Education
(7.5K)
free
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Milky Way Tonight
Milky Way Tonight
Milky Way Tonight
Milky Way Forecast & Planner
$7.99

Plan and execute stunning Milky Way photographs with this comprehensive tool. It provides detailed forecasts, location scouting, and composition planning to help you capture the perfect shot.

Tonight at a Glance forecast7-day visibility calendarDark Sky Finder
📷 Photo & Video
(4)
paid
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Solar Walk: Space Simulator 3D
Solar Walk: Space Simulator 3D
Solar Walk: Space Simulator 3D
Explore Our Galaxy & Universe
$4.99

Explore a detailed 3D model of our solar system and the universe. Interact with planets, moons, and satellites, and take virtual flights through space. Travel through time to see the universe's past and learn with educational movies.

Interactive 3D solar system modelVirtual flights between celestial bodiesTime travel feature for historical views
📚 Education
(8.1K)
free with in-app purchases