Action games that are all about timing. Your goal is to guide the main character from planet to planet, or any rotating orb. Most often, you tap to jump at the specific moment that your character is in line to make a successful leap between planets/orbs.
Highest scored apps in the category
Astrå is the adventure of Hemera, the goddess of daylight
Astrå is the adventure of Hemera, the goddess of daylight. Help her fight darkness, and discover the wonders and secrets of the unique Astrå universe.
In the media:
"Astrå is one of those rare titles that proves just how rewarding the simple things in life can be. By taking the tried-and-tested platforming formula and reducing it down to its very core,...
An orbital ascent.
Explore beautiful and bizarre worlds by dashing from target to target and avoid the pesky, hostile creatures. Are you up to the task?
Apps with average score
Welcome to the galaxy of An Alien with a Magnet, an amazing new platform-adventure-puzzler with a literal twist! Pick up diamonds, find secret orbs and unlock new levels to get the alien home safely in this new crazy iOS game.
*** What does the Press have to say about An Alien...
Bumper Jump and bounce your way back to your flying saucer
Your alien friends forgot to beam you up and now you must keep up without falling. Tap to create bumpers that bounce you as high as you can go on this journey through space. Power-ups will help you go even higher, but watch out for planets that may bump you...
Leap from one wheel to another and try to catch Princess Paper in a hundred or so levels full of pitfalls.
9/10 – "Easy to handle, hard to master!" – Malavida.com
4.5/5 – "CLEVER AND CHALLENGING" – 148APPS.com
7/10 – "Pyro Jump [...] is a solidly crafted example of the genre"...
Put your spacesuit on and go Beyond Gravity to collect missing parts for your ship in this colorful platformer.
'The simple fact is Space Chicks is an awesome endless runner' - Touch Arcade 4.5/5
'Plays like a spectacular mashup of games like Little Galaxy, Tiny Wings, and Jetpack Joyride' - Cult of Mac
'Hands down the best endless-platformer to date.' - App Store Arcade
'it’s the perfect hybrid of endless runner and...
Intergalactic planet hopping puzzler.
Speed through space, curving around blazing stars and evade alien lasers in your goal to reach planet Earth. Simple one touch controls allow you to effortlessly launch between worlds. Solve challenging puzzles and collect unique rewards. Test your reflexes and timing as you outrun giant stars...
★★★ On The Hop is free today thanks to App4FREE, the application which negotiates for you the best tips from the App Store! ★★★
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- Appspy :« A death mode similar to Super Meat Boy » 4/5
- Jeuxvideomobiles : « A brilliant success ! » 8/10
- App4phone : « Similar to...
Could be good for special cases
Let gravity and guts be your guide as you blast off on a planet-hopping adventure of cosmic proportions! Explore uncharted galaxies, gather star shards and avoid unfriendly life forms, all on your quest to explore the universe and become the ultimate hero.
Game Features:
• Addictive, exciting play for both novice & advanced gamers
• 24 Challenging levels across 6 sectors
- First 4 levels included free
- Purchase the full version via in-game upgrade
• 40 Formidable achievements to unlock
• Fully optimized for Apple’s stunning Retina Display
• Saved game status – play for five minutes or five hours
• Compatible with iOS 4 multi-tasking
• Full support for Apple’s new Game Center
Visit AstronutApp.com for more information including the official game trailer, strategy tips and answers to your most frequently asked questions. Follow @astronutapp on Twitter for the latest updates.
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The debut game from the makers of Ski Safari, and the best space rabbit sim you'll play this year!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "Awesome game - Simple to learn, unique, and viciously addictive!"
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "Super slick addictive action - Love the art and feel of this game. I feel compelled to play 'just one more level' each time. Seriously professional details and loads of content. In game physics is rewarding -- excellent user experience"
Rocket Bunnies is an action-puzzle game of slingshotting from planet to planet. Time your exits in order to boost past enemy spiders, mines, electric portals and more!
Traveler, welcome to this planet.
Come to plant fruit seeds, keep hopping and harvest!
Wait, you say that's Easy? Why not try Normal or Expert?
