Best Space Games

249+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated August 2026

Out of 249+ space games on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Space Games (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Solar System SimSolar System SimFree4.5★ (4.1K)YesYesSep 2026
2Spaceflight SimulatorSpaceflight SimulatorFree4.8★ (97K)NoYesSep 2026
3Star Hunter-Infinite LagrangeStar Hunter-Infinite LagrangeFree4.5★ (7.4K)NoYesSep 2026
4Solar SmashSolar SmashFree was $3.994.8★ (389K)YesYesSep 2026
5TerraGenesis - Space SettlersTerraGenesis - Space SettlersFree4.6★ (33K)YesYesSep 2026
6Nova: Space ArmadaNova: Space ArmadaFree4.7★ (3.9K)NoYesSep 2026
7Foundation: Galactic FrontierFoundation: Galactic FrontierFree4.6★ (8.1K)NoYesSep 2026
8Tiny Space Program: Sim TycoonTiny Space Program: Sim TycoonFree4.5★ (1.6K)YesYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Space Games

Solar System Sim#1

Solar System Sim by WPC

Space & Planet Physics Sandbox
Editor's Choice
🎮 Games
4.5😊(4.1K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Simulate and explore celestial bodies within our solar system and beyond. Create your own solar systems, experiment with gravity and physics, and observe orbital mechanics in action.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Realistic simulation
  • 🚀 Detailed solar system
  • 🚀 Ability to create custom solar systems
  • 🚀 Impressive graphics
  • 🚀 Frequent updates

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and glitches
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 💰 Excessive ads
  • 🐛 Saving and loading issues
  • 🐛 Unstable orbits
Spaceflight Simulator#2

Spaceflight Simulator by Spaceflight Simulator UK Ltd

Rocket science made simple!
Strong Contender
🎮 Games
4.8😊(97K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Build and launch rockets to explore a realistic, open universe. Experience space exploration with accurate physics and a vast, explorable solar system.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Realistic physics and space simulation
  • 👍 Intuitive controls and easy to learn
  • 🚀 Ability to build complex rockets and spacecraft
  • 👍 No ads or in-app purchases required to play

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches, especially with large rockets
  • 🔋 Potential performance issues on older devices
  • 🔒 Limited customization and part options in free version
  • 🚀 Docking and rendezvous maneuvers can be very challenging
Star Hunter-Infinite Lagrange#3

Star Hunter-Infinite Lagrange by NETEASE INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT PTE. LTD

Rally the Fleet,Hunt the Stars
Worth Considering
🎮 Games
4.5😐(7.4K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Command your fleet in a post-war galaxy, taking on bounty contracts and exploring ruins for treasure and technology. Build your base, upgrade your ships, and engage in tactical space combat. The choice is yours: roam the void or rise from chaos.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 🔍 Detailed graphics
  • 📚 Engaging gameplay mechanics
  • 🤝 Good community and union features
  • 💰 Balanced free-to-play model

Room to Improve

  • 🕰️ Slow progression and long wait times
  • 🤖 Unbalanced AI and overpowered opponents
  • 🎲 Frustrating RNG for ship blueprints
  • 🧭 Poor navigation and pathing issues
  • 🏢 Overcrowded servers and lack of space

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FAQ about Space Games

What are the best space games for iPhone?
Solar System Sim tops our space games ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 4.1K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top space games we rank are free to download, including Solar System Sim and Spaceflight Simulator.
Solar System Sim shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ space games on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
You can explore existing celestial bodies in our solar system, including planets and moons, and even visit nearby stars. The app also allows you to create your own solar systems by adding or modifying celestial bodies.
The simulation acts as a gravity and physics sandbox. It recalculates the orbits of celestial bodies based on Newton's laws of motion and gravity, providing a realistic physics-based experience.

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