Features & Capabilities

StarStarter is a clinically-validated brain training game to help manage anxiety symptoms and improve mental resilience. It’s brief, fun, and our results are backed by 7 NIH funded scientific studies, and published in the Journal of Anxiety Disorders.

ABOUT THE GAME: Your first mission is to save Planet Galea by using your ship, the StarStarter, to collect star energy. Our unique brain training method happens subconsciously during your game sessions. Recommended play time is just 6-12 minutes a day, 4 times a week to see results!

Features: • Play calming therapeutic game sessions, whenever you need • Unlock Stellar Wisdom for anxiety tips and tools • Track your mood and get insights over time • Upgrade your ship with points to try new unique ships

PROUD TO BE AN APA LABS SILVER DIGITAL BADGE RECIPIENT*

“I believe this might be the first thing that has ever really addressed my anxiety." Anne-Marie, TX

THE SCIENCE: How Does StarStarter Work? StarStarter’s core therapeutic method is a game-based approach to a subconscious cognitive training method called Attention Bias Modification (ABM). The human brain has the unique ability to recognize facial expressions subconsciously, as a baby responds to a parent’s smile. StarStarter uses facial expressions within game play to re-train emotional and attentional patterns that can drive persistent feelings of anxiety.

StarStarter’s proprietary training method has been designed and optimized through a decade of NIH-funded neuroscientific research by our Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary. To see our peer reviewed research, you can view it at www.arcadetherapeutics.com/research/.

Warnings and Limitations StarStarter is available non-prescription under FDA enforcement discretion; it is not evaluated, cleared or approved by FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, monitor, treat, or prevent any disease. It may be considered as an adjunct to clinical care, and it does not replace clinical care.

App Privacy The developer, Arcade Therapeutics, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy.

Use of StarStarter is subject to Apple's EULA, which can be found here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

*This APA Labs Digital Badge reflects alignment with APA Labs criteria for scientific principles, safety, ethical use, and usability. It is not an endorsement, or guarantee, of effectiveness, nor is it an evaluation of financial condition, business prospects, investment merit, or legal compliance.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
Arcade Therapeutics
Rating:
4.90
(48)
1 new ratings
Version:
1.29.0 Last updated: 2026-05-01
Version code:
885170557
Creation date:
2024-04-03
Compatible devices:
Size:
405.65MB
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
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Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-04
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Developed by:
Arcade Therapeutics
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https://apps.apple.com/us/app/starstarter-for-anxiety/id6477712898
Website:
https://arcadetherapeutics.com

User Reviews

Nowhere did it say in order to use this at all, that you had a monthly fee. Not cool.
by Fr*****, 2026-05-12

This is a calming game that eases your mind but also doesn’t feel addicting like I have to play more. The game encourages a short amount of play coupled with sound advice to implement your emotional support.
by Mo*****, 2026-02-24

Enjoying using this tool as a simple way to reset my thoughts. Game play is relaxing and the science seems credible too. Definitely recommend!
by nj*****, 2025-06-30
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