Lifeline: Halfway to Infinity in IOS

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Our Site Score

87/100

Lifeline: Halfway to Infinity is a stellar continuation of the Taylor saga. As a critic of narrative-driven games, I find the 'real-time' mechanic of the Lifeline series to be its greatest strength. Receiving a notification that Taylor is busy and will 'be back in an hour' creates a genuine bond; you start to worry about this fictional character like they are a real friend.

The writing remains sharp, witty, and surprisingly tense. Dave Justus has a way of making high-concept sci-fi feel intimate and personal. This installment raises the stakes significantly, dealing with some of the most existential threats Taylor has faced yet. It’s a text-based adventure that proves you don’t need graphics to create a truly immersive atmosphere.

Reviewed on: Tue Feb 24 2026
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Dinsun Review

I’ve followed Taylor since the first Lifeline, and while the 'real-time' mechanic has lost its initial novelty, it’s still one of the few mobile games that actually cares about narrative. The writing is sharp and the stakes feel real, even if it's just text on a screen. However, this entry feels a bit like more of the same. If you didn't like the previous games, this won't change your mind. It’s conservative in its design, but for a text adventure, it’s top-tier. I just wish they’d evolve the mechanic a bit more.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Excellent character writing
  • Genuinely tense atmosphere
  • Mechanically identical to predecessors
  • Waiting in real-time can be annoying

Technical Report

Performance: Flawless performance; notification-based system works perfectly.

Accessibility:
  • Subtitles

Audience Fit

Buy if: You enjoy immersive sci-fi writing and have patience.

Skip if: You need fast-paced action or visual stimulation.

Similar Games:
  • Lifeline
  • 80 Days

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun - 40yo Male, Conservative scoring
  • Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
  • Playtime: 12 hours
  • Status: Finished Story

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

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Taylor's journey continues! Deep in the isolated vacuum of space, trapped in orbit around a strange black hole, our intrepid astronaut must once again reach out for a lifeline - YOU! Inside the spaceship Veridian, Taylor thought it was time for some hard-earned quiet solitude and a little R&R, but a very unexpected guest has other plans…

The story unfolds in real-time, and every decision you make shapes the course of the story. Taylor's life, the fate of humanity, and time itself are in your hands. No pressure!

*This game is best experienced on iPad 4/iPad Mini 2nd gen and up.*

• Taylor’s epic struggle for survival continues!

• The sixth installment in the hugely popular Green Series!

• Acclaimed author and fan favorite Dave Justus returns!

• Immerse yourself in this sci-fi adventure with notifications from Taylor delivered throughout your day.

• Your decisions could change the course of humanity... and possibly time itself!

Praise for Lifeline:

“I’ve played many games that I find engrossing, but Lifeline may be one of the first that changed the way I thought about my daily routine, which leapt off the screen and became a part of my lived experience.” - Eli Cymet, Gamezebo

“For a few brief hours I cared – really cared – about the fate of a completely fictional character. I don’t think any other game I’ve played has made me feel that way before.” - Matt Thrower, PocketGamer


Requires iOS 9.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Taylor's journey continues! Deep in the isolated vacuum of space, trapped in orbit around a strange black hole, our intrepid astronaut must once again reach out for a lifeline - YOU! Inside the spaceship Veridian, Taylor thought it was time for some hard-earned quiet solitude and a little R&R, but a very unexpected guest has other plans…

The story unfolds in real-time, and every decision you make shapes the course of the story. Taylor's life, the fate of humanity, and time itself are in your hands. No pressure!

*This game is best experienced on iPad 4/iPad Mini 2nd gen and up.*

• Taylor’s epic struggle for survival continues!

• The sixth installment in the hugely popular Green Series!

• Acclaimed author and fan favorite Dave Justus returns!

• Immerse yourself in this sci-fi adventure with notifications from Taylor delivered throughout your day.

• Your decisions could change the course of humanity... and possibly time itself!

Praise for Lifeline:

“I’ve played many games that I find engrossing, but Lifeline may be one of the first that changed the way I thought about my daily routine, which leapt off the screen and became a part of my lived experience.” - Eli Cymet, Gamezebo

“For a few brief hours I cared – really cared – about the fate of a completely fictional character. I don’t think any other game I’ve played has made me feel that way before.” - Matt Thrower, PocketGamer


Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5 with 473 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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Lifeline: Halfway to Infinity is a text-based branch-narrative adventure that plays out in real-time. You receive notifications on your device as Taylor, an explorer stranded in space, reaches out for help. Your decisions directly impact the story and Taylor's survival. In this installment, Taylor is trapped in orbit around a strange black hole and pursued by mysterious enemies. You must use your wits and Taylor's courage to survive the deep reaches of space.

Features

1

Real-time notifications and interaction

2

Deeply branching story paths

3

Atmospheric sci-fi writing

4

Apple Watch support for on-the-go play

Tips

Promotion Videos

Lifeline 2 - Trailer - YouTube

Related Videos

News on this game

Lifeline: Whiteout by 3 Minute Games, Inc.

In the game, players will be introduced to a new character – V. Adams. He's stuck in a frozen wasteland, and you'll need to help discover...

AppAdvice - Sat May 13 2017

Gameplays

Q&A

While it helps to know Taylor's history, Halfway to Infinity works as a standalone story with a recap provided.

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