Star Command in IOS

Explore Galaxy as Ship Captain

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Our Expert Score

85/100

Star Command is a love letter to sci-fi fans who have always wanted to sit in the captain's chair. It masterfully blends the frantic management of 'FTL' with a charming retro pixel-art aesthetic. The core of the game isn't just about shooting lasers; it’s about the soul of your crew. Watching your tiny red-shirted security officer level up through multiple battles only to lose them to a hull breach is genuinely emotional.

The combat is surprisingly tactical. You have to balance repairing your oxygen generators with charging your heavy cannons, all while fending off literal boarding parties of hostile aliens. It’s a high-pressure environment that rewards quick thinking and long-term planning. While the campaign is relatively short, the sheer personality of the world and the satisfaction of upgrading your ship make it a must-play for any strategy fan.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.3.5Wed Sep 17 2025

- Added HD Location Backgrounds

- Minor fixes and support latest iOS


Build and command your own starship, hire your crew, and explore the universe, and defend against alien civilizations!

Star Commandβ„’ Game Features -

β€’ Universal App - iPad and iPhone included.

β€’ Premium game - No In-App Purchase (IAP) roadblocks.

β€’ HD support for retina pixel goodness.

β€’ Level your crew members up and earn new skills.

β€’ Build a ship in your own image!

β€’ Four distinct ship hulls to choose from.

β€’ Focus on tactical, science or engineering.

β€’ Amazing soundtrack intensifies the action and exploration.

β€’ Over 10 alien species to discover.

Brought to you in beautiful HD pixelated glory, Star Commandβ„’ brings to life the challenges and joys of managing a starship. Upgrade your ship, get out into the unknown and watch your crew die grizzly deaths all at your command. Strange and annoying alien civilizations await you at every turn. Manage each of your ships roles, focusing on science skills, tactical combat and ship engineering. Prevent alien invaders from taking over your ship and causing massive amounts of damage with sentry guns. Revive dying crew members with new rooms! And don’t forget that your decisions matter - an enemy made early could come back to haunt you later.

If you're a fan of Star Wars and Star Trek, or if you enjoy games like XCOM, Clash of Clans, FTL, or Pixel Starships, you'll love Star Command!

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Featured Reviews -

"...equal parts challenging and clever, making it a must-play for sci-fi strategy fans." - Maclife

"A great mobile space romp which adopts a great theme, great gameplay and will keep you busy for quite a few hours..." - AndroidSpin

"With hilarious, self-aware satire and surprisingly deep tactical gameplay, this long-awaited adventure is a must-play for any sci-fi fan and a love letter to all things Star Trek." - Editors' Choice

"If you're looking for a strategy title on the iOS that will keep you on your toes, Star Command should more than suffice." - Appspy

"Should you dive in immediately? Absolutely." - TouchArcade

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Star Command Β© 2011 Warballoon, LLC (formerly Star Command, LLC).

STAR COMMAND and related marks and logos are trademarks of Warballoon, LLC.

All Rights Reserved.

Privacy Policy: https://www.starcommandgame.com/privacy-apple.html


Requires iOSΒ 15.6 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPodΒ touch.

Build and command your own starship, hire your crew, and explore the universe, and defend against alien civilizations!

Star Commandβ„’ Game Features -

β€’ Universal App - iPad and iPhone included.

β€’ Premium game - No In-App Purchase (IAP) roadblocks.

β€’ HD support for retina pixel goodness.

β€’ Level your crew members up and earn new skills.

β€’ Build a ship in your own image!

β€’ Four distinct ship hulls to choose from.

β€’ Focus on tactical, science or engineering.

β€’ Amazing soundtrack intensifies the action and exploration.

β€’ Over 10 alien species to discover.

Brought to you in beautiful HD pixelated glory, Star Commandβ„’ brings to life the challenges and joys of managing a starship. Upgrade your ship, get out into the unknown and watch your crew die grizzly deaths all at your command. Strange and annoying alien civilizations await you at every turn. Manage each of your ships roles, focusing on science skills, tactical combat and ship engineering. Prevent alien invaders from taking over your ship and causing massive amounts of damage with sentry guns. Revive dying crew members with new rooms! And don’t forget that your decisions matter - an enemy made early could come back to haunt you later.

If you're a fan of Star Wars and Star Trek, or if you enjoy games like XCOM, Clash of Clans, FTL, or Pixel Starships, you'll love Star Command!

----------------------------

Featured Reviews -

"...equal parts challenging and clever, making it a must-play for sci-fi strategy fans." - Maclife

"A great mobile space romp which adopts a great theme, great gameplay and will keep you busy for quite a few hours..." - AndroidSpin

"With hilarious, self-aware satire and surprisingly deep tactical gameplay, this long-awaited adventure is a must-play for any sci-fi fan and a love letter to all things Star Trek." - Editors' Choice

"If you're looking for a strategy title on the iOS that will keep you on your toes, Star Command should more than suffice." - Appspy

"Should you dive in immediately? Absolutely." - TouchArcade

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Star Command Β© 2011 Warballoon, LLC (formerly Star Command, LLC).

STAR COMMAND and related marks and logos are trademarks of Warballoon, LLC.

All Rights Reserved.

Privacy Policy: https://www.starcommandgame.com/privacy-apple.html


Ratings & Reviews

4 out of 5 with 896 Counts
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Age Rating 13+

Screenshots

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Star Command puts you in charge of a starship: recruit and train crew members, install systems, and fight off boarding parties and space threats. Balance resources, repair damage, and choose tactical actions in real time to survive and explore.

Features

1

Crew management

2

Tactical encounters

3

Ship upgrades

Tips

Promotion Videos

Star Command - Release Trailer (OFFICIAL) - YouTube

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