# SimpleRockets

> Simulation

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id663068211](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id663068211)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id663068211`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Jundroo, LLC
- **Category:** Simulation
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (684 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.6.16
- **Last updated:** 2018-06-01
- **First published:** 2013-08-01
- **Size:** 26 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-23
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/simplerockets/id663068211)

## Description

Design and connect rocket parts to build ships, then launch and test them with realistic orbital physics. Build engines, fuel tanks, and other gizmos, explore planets, and tackle built-in challenges such as fastest flight, farthest reach, or lunar landings.

Kepler's equations underpin the orbital dynamics, giving players an authentic feel for rocket science and astrodynamics. SimpleRockets is a great classroom tool or a curious mind's playground for exploring spaceflight concepts through interactive simulation.

## Rankings

- #64,638 — Overall
- #40 — rocket
- #55 — simple

## Review summary

SimpleRockets is praised for its intuitive, educational rocket-building sandbox and its no-purchase model, plus family-friendly play. Players enjoy learning orbital basics and experimenting with many parts. However, reviewers repeatedly cite bugs and crashes, unresponsive or confusing controls, and a steep learning curve that can make early progress frustrating. The concept has strong potential, but stability and refined controls are needed to meet the high expectations set by its positive feedback.

### Pros

- Intuitive interface that helps users learn the basics of rockets and orbits.
- Extensive sandbox for building rockets with many parts and experimentation.
- Fun and engaging gameplay that encourages creativity and exploration.
- No in-app purchases, offering good value.
- Family-friendly and suitable for playing with others.

### Cons

- Frequent bugs and crashes that make the game unstable.
- Controls are often buggy or non-intuitive (satellite maneuvers, yaw, RCS delays).
- Steep learning curve and sometimes confusing UI that hinders progress.
- Some performance issues and inconsistent behavior across devices.

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