Overview

Rating:
4.70 +20
(1,836)
Version:
0.5.28
Last updated: 2026-09-18
Ranking
#41,852 135
Overall

Features & Capabilities

Milky Way: Cosmic Playground is a physics-powered space simulation and universe sandbox where you control gravity, matter, and celestial bodies. Build solar systems, grow planets, create ring systems, launch spacecraft, design satellite orbits, trigger meteor showers, and simulate planet collisions using real Newtonian gravity and SPH physics.

Explore black holes, comets, asteroid impacts, and galaxy mergers in an open-ended cosmic playground with no fail states. Test orbital stability, reshape worlds, compete in Planet Rivals, or watch the Milky Way and Andromeda collide. Designed for space fans, students, and curious explorers, the app combines astronomy education with creative sandbox gameplay and regular content updates.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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Developed by:
Panatpong Jantarawattanawanich
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/milky-way-cosmic-playground/id1607487131

User Reviews

Users broadly praise the app as a fun, educational space sandbox with a standout galaxy merger feature. However, recurring concerns include intrusive ads on a paid app, several bugs that disrupt play, and frequent requests for more content and sandbox capabilities (more planets, solar system map, explorer modes). Overall, the game is well-liked for its concept and engagement, but stability, monetization, and feature gaps are common areas for improvement.
Pros
  • Fun and engaging space sandbox experience widely described as awesome or the best in its category.
  • Galaxy merger mode is a standout feature that players particularly enjoy.
  • Wide variety of modes and mini-games provides replay value and experimentation.
  • Notable educational value; players feel they learn from the app.
Cons
  • Intrusive ads despite the app being paid, with long non-skippable adverts mentioned by multiple users.
  • Bugs and stability issues affecting gameplay (examples include Earth-Theia collision artifacts and startup black screen).
  • Requests for sandbox/universe sandbox and more content indicate missing or underdeveloped features (e.g., more planets, solar system map, explorer mode).
Recent reviews
I used to like this game because when you unlock more things it’s only an ad but now you have to PAY!? WHAT KIND OF APP IS THIS!?!?!?!?! IM SO DISAPPOINTED
by Le*****, 2026-09-01

This game is awesome there is a lot of games in here I love it!
by Ma*****, 2026-08-24
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