Item: Earth Impact
Rating: 88
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

88/100

Earth Impact is a masterclass in 'educational destruction,' blending scientific simulation with a Zen-like puzzle aesthetic. Most games about asteroids focus on the panic of preventing them, but here, you are the cosmic architect of impact. The gameplay revolves around placing asteroids and choosing their trajectories to maximize specific types of damage—thermal, blast, or seismic—to solve increasingly complex orbital puzzles. The level of detail is staggering; seeing the sun glinting off South American rivers just before a multi-megaton impact is both beautiful and haunting.

The progression is smart, moving from simple targeting to free global navigation in the later stages. It uses genuine scientific computation models to simulate the direct effects of these impacts, making every crater feel earned. It’s a 'Premium App' in every sense—no ads, no microtransactions—just a polished, high-fidelity experience that respects the player's intelligence. Whether you're experimenting in the Sandbox mode or working through the curated chapters, the tactile feedback of the camera shake and the visual evolution of the blast waves make every session deeply satisfying.

Dinsun reviewed on: Wed Feb 25 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1264864985

$0.99 13+★4.2 2036 reviews

Author : Nicolas Schulz

Pubish Date : Mon Jul 31 2017

Last Update Date : Tue Aug 25 2020

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 2.4.0Tue Aug 25 2020

• New Sandbox Mode (unlocked after chapter 6, accessed from pause menu)
• Improved controls
• Added camera shake to visualize impact damage
Can you bring an end to human history? Experience the terrifying power of asteroids in this unique and visually outstanding puzzle game!
Maximize the devastating damage by arranging your impacts smartly, as you take control over one of the greatest threats to life on Earth.
Based on scientific computation models and presented with breathtaking visuals, Earth Impact offers a spectacular and surprisingly challenging puzzling experience with a deeper background.
Features:
● Simple and casual, yet challenging puzzling experience with a tactical touch
● Highly detailed graphics - follow the sunsets and see the sun glinting in the rivers of South America
● Free navigation around Earth in the second half of the game
● Simulation of direct impact effects based on scientific computation models
● Clean Premium App: Free of any ads and in-app purchases
Requires iOS 10.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone 5S, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus, iPhone SE (1st generation), iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone SE (3rd generation), iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16e, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPad Air, iPad Air Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 2 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 3 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 4, iPad mini 4 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (9.7‑inch), iPad Pro (9.7‑inch) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (5th generation), iPad (5th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (2nd generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (2nd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (10.5‑inch), iPad Pro (10.5‑inch) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (6th generation), iPad (6th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11‑inch), iPad Pro (11‑inch) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (3rd generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (5th generation), iPad mini (5th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Air (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (7th generation), iPad (7th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11‑inch) (2nd generation), iPad Pro (11‑inch) (2nd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (4th generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (4th generation), iPad Air (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (8th generation), iPad (8th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11-inch) (3rd generation), iPad Pro (11-inch) (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (5th generation), iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (5th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (6th generation), iPad mini (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (9th generation), iPad (9th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (5th generation), iPad Air (5th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (10th generation), iPad (10th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11‑inch) (4th generation), iPad Pro (11‑inch) (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (6th generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (6th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M2), iPad Air 11-inch (M2) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M2), iPad Air 13-inch (M2) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M4), iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M4), iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (A17 Pro), iPad mini (A17 Pro) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (A16), iPad (A16) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M3), iPad Air 11-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M3), iPad Air 13-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M5), iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M5), iPad Pro 13-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, and iPod touch.
Get the latest update, now with the much-requested Sandbox Mode and improved controls!
Can you bring an end to human history? Experience the terrifying power of asteroids in this unique and visually outstanding puzzle game!
Maximize the devastating damage by arranging your impacts smartly, as you take control over one of the greatest threats to life on Earth.
Based on scientific computation models and presented with breathtaking visuals, Earth Impact offers a spectacular and surprisingly challenging puzzling experience with a deeper background.
Features:
● Simple and casual, yet challenging puzzling experience with a tactical touch
● Highly detailed graphics - follow the sunsets and see the sun glinting in the rivers of South America
● Free navigation around Earth in the second half of the game
● Simulation of direct impact effects based on scientific computation models
● Clean Premium App: Free of any ads and in-app purchases

Ratings & Reviews

4.2 out of 5 with 2036 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 13+

Earth Impact is a visually outstanding puzzle game that puts you in control of one of the greatest threats to life on Earth. Based on scientific computation models, the game challenges you to arrange asteroid impacts strategically to maximize damage and solve complex objectives. The experience features highly detailed graphics where you can follow sunsets and glinting rivers across the globe. As you progress, you unlock free navigation around the planet and a Sandbox mode for ultimate experimentation. It is a clean, premium experience with no ads or in-app purchases.

Features

Simulation of direct impact effects based on scientific models

Highly detailed graphics with real-time sun glint and sunsets

Free global navigation unlocked in the second half

New Sandbox Mode for creative destruction

Ad-free premium experience with no in-app purchases

Tips

Mastering the Trajectory

Start by selecting your asteroid and viewing the targeting helper. Adjust the entry angle to see how the blast wave changes from a circular impact to an elongated thermal trail. In later chapters, use the free navigation to rotate the globe and find the most vulnerable geological points to meet your damage quotas.

Promotion Videos

Earth Impact: iOS / Android Gameplay Walkthrough Part 1 (by Nicolas Schulz) - YouTube

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Gameplays

Scientific Destruction

The core gameplay involves choosing impact points to trigger specific effects like thermal damage from the fireball or seismic waves. Players must balance the size of the asteroid with the precision of the hit, all while observing the realistic visualization of direct impact effects.