Osmos in IOS

A cosmic game of survival

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Expert Score

95/100

Osmos is a masterclass in minimalist design and atmospheric gameplay. At its core, it is a game about physics and survival: you control a 'mote' and must consume smaller organisms to grow, all while being mindful that ejecting matter to propel yourself actually shrinks your mass. It’s a brilliant 'Newtonian' puzzle that balances high-stakes tension with a deeply meditative aesthetic.

The game shines brightest in its variety. One moment you are in a serene ambient level, drifting through a microscopic soup, and the next you are caught in a multi-mote gravitational dance around a massive 'Attractor' that feels like a cosmic battle. The touch controls are incredibly precise, which is essential because a single pixel of over-propulsion can be the difference between becoming the predator or the prey.

Accompanied by a world-class ambient electronic soundtrack (featuring artists like Loscil and High Skies), Osmos isn't just a game; it's a sensory experience. It challenges your brain and your reflexes without ever feeling unfair, making it one of the most essential titles in mobile gaming history.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 2.6.3Fri Oct 10 2025

Fix for local multiplayer on new OS versions.


** Apple Design Award winner and iPad Game of the Year! **

Enter the Darwinian world of a galactic mote. To survive, absorb smaller organisms and grow—but beware of larger predators. Osmos features unique physics-based play, stellar graphics, and a hypnotic ambient soundtrack. Absorb or be absorbed!

“The ultimate ambient experience” — Gizmodo

“Beyond doubt, a work of genius" — GameAndPlayer.net

THE CRUX:

you must grow by absorbing smaller motes, but to propel yourself you must eject matter behind you, causing you to shrink. From this delicate balance, Osmos leads the player through floating playgrounds, competitive petri dishes, deep solar systems, and more.

“Named as iPad Game of the Year for a reason, Osmos is a fantastic game. A combination of physics, survival and classic eat em up” — WeDoCode

“Whether you're a child at heart who likes mucking about with single-cell organisms, or a strategist with a physics degree, this game will appeal to everyone.” — App Store review

AWARDS / recognition:

* "iPad Game of the Year" and "iPhone App of the Week" — Apple

* Apple Design Award winner (iPad version)

* #1 Top iPhone Game — IGN

* iPad Game of the Year — TUAW

* Game of the Year — Create Digital Music

* Editor's Choice — Wired, Macworld, IGN, GameTunnel, and more...

* Best in Show — IndieCade

* Vision Award — Independent Games Festival

* Coolest Atmosphere — IGN

* Best Soundtrack — IGN

* Most Innovative Game — Best App Ever Awards, Pocket Gamer

* Many top lists including Kotaku, PAX, TouchArcade, iLounge, APPera, IFC, and more...

FEATURES:

* 72 levels spanning 8 distinct worlds: Ambient, Antimatter, Solar, Sentient, Repulsor, Impasse, Warped Chaos, and Epicycles.

* Multiplayer! (more info below.)

* Award-winning electronic soundtrack by Loscil, Gas, High Skies, Biosphere, Julien Neto, and more.

* Endless replay value: play random versions of any level in Arcade mode.

* Seamlesss multitouch controls: swipe to warp time, tap anywhere to eject mass, pinch to zoom…

* Time-warping: slow down the flow of time to outmaneuver agile opponents; speed it up to raise the challenge.

* Confront four distinct AI opponents: the Ovarium, the Biophobe, the Nemocyte… and the deadly Ferax.

* 13 single-player and 15 multiplayer achievements.

* Progress synced via iCloud.

MULTIPLAYER

* Play against your friends and enemies, locally (via wi-fi), or over the Internet.

* 6 distinct Arenas: Ambient, Impasse, Solar, Warped Chaos, Epicycles, and introducing… Antimatter Impasse.

* iPad vs. iPhone play supported.

“a beautiful, absorbing experience." — IGN

5/5 - Macworld Editor’s Choice - “One of the best games we’ve played so far this year. An utterly serene, yet fiendishly complicated game that deserves a place in every iPad owners collection.” — MacWorld

“The best iPad game yet.” — IGN

4/4, Must Have - “We are more than overwhelmed by Osmos for iPad… The game design is thoughtful and intuitive, new level structures are flawless, and the visuals are stunning yet simplistic… every iPad owner should have Osmos on their device. You just won’t find another experience quite like it.” — Slide To Play

“What iPad Gaming Should Be All About” — Gizmodo

“The first proper breakout hit for the iPad. Osmos feels so natural and enjoyable to play, even when the difficulty ramps up and you find yourself repeatedly careening into a giant gaseous enemy.” — Wired

“It’s the best iPad game on the App Store” — MTV Multiplayer

5/5 - “Osmos is an absolute must that will change the way you think of games, and what you expect from them.” — AppAdvice

“Beyond doubt, a work of genius... a relaxing, meditative experience about going with the flow... It all adds up to something otherworldly and just . . . incredible.” — GameAndPlayer.net


Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

** Apple Design Award winner and iPad Game of the Year! **

Enter the Darwinian world of a galactic mote. To survive, absorb smaller organisms and grow—but beware of larger predators. Osmos features unique physics-based play, stellar graphics, and a hypnotic ambient soundtrack. Absorb or be absorbed!

“The ultimate ambient experience” — Gizmodo

“Beyond doubt, a work of genius" — GameAndPlayer.net

THE CRUX:

you must grow by absorbing smaller motes, but to propel yourself you must eject matter behind you, causing you to shrink. From this delicate balance, Osmos leads the player through floating playgrounds, competitive petri dishes, deep solar systems, and more.

“Named as iPad Game of the Year for a reason, Osmos is a fantastic game. A combination of physics, survival and classic eat em up” — WeDoCode

“Whether you're a child at heart who likes mucking about with single-cell organisms, or a strategist with a physics degree, this game will appeal to everyone.” — App Store review

AWARDS / recognition:

* "iPad Game of the Year" and "iPhone App of the Week" — Apple

* Apple Design Award winner (iPad version)

* #1 Top iPhone Game — IGN

* iPad Game of the Year — TUAW

* Game of the Year — Create Digital Music

* Editor's Choice — Wired, Macworld, IGN, GameTunnel, and more...

* Best in Show — IndieCade

* Vision Award — Independent Games Festival

* Coolest Atmosphere — IGN

* Best Soundtrack — IGN

* Most Innovative Game — Best App Ever Awards, Pocket Gamer

* Many top lists including Kotaku, PAX, TouchArcade, iLounge, APPera, IFC, and more...

FEATURES:

* 72 levels spanning 8 distinct worlds: Ambient, Antimatter, Solar, Sentient, Repulsor, Impasse, Warped Chaos, and Epicycles.

* Multiplayer! (more info below.)

* Award-winning electronic soundtrack by Loscil, Gas, High Skies, Biosphere, Julien Neto, and more.

* Endless replay value: play random versions of any level in Arcade mode.

* Seamlesss multitouch controls: swipe to warp time, tap anywhere to eject mass, pinch to zoom…

* Time-warping: slow down the flow of time to outmaneuver agile opponents; speed it up to raise the challenge.

* Confront four distinct AI opponents: the Ovarium, the Biophobe, the Nemocyte… and the deadly Ferax.

* 13 single-player and 15 multiplayer achievements.

* Progress synced via iCloud.

MULTIPLAYER

* Play against your friends and enemies, locally (via wi-fi), or over the Internet.

* 6 distinct Arenas: Ambient, Impasse, Solar, Warped Chaos, Epicycles, and introducing… Antimatter Impasse.

* iPad vs. iPhone play supported.

“a beautiful, absorbing experience." — IGN

5/5 - Macworld Editor’s Choice - “One of the best games we’ve played so far this year. An utterly serene, yet fiendishly complicated game that deserves a place in every iPad owners collection.” — MacWorld

“The best iPad game yet.” — IGN

4/4, Must Have - “We are more than overwhelmed by Osmos for iPad… The game design is thoughtful and intuitive, new level structures are flawless, and the visuals are stunning yet simplistic… every iPad owner should have Osmos on their device. You just won’t find another experience quite like it.” — Slide To Play

“What iPad Gaming Should Be All About” — Gizmodo

“The first proper breakout hit for the iPad. Osmos feels so natural and enjoyable to play, even when the difficulty ramps up and you find yourself repeatedly careening into a giant gaseous enemy.” — Wired

“It’s the best iPad game on the App Store” — MTV Multiplayer

5/5 - “Osmos is an absolute must that will change the way you think of games, and what you expect from them.” — AppAdvice

“Beyond doubt, a work of genius... a relaxing, meditative experience about going with the flow... It all adds up to something otherworldly and just . . . incredible.” — GameAndPlayer.net


Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5 with 891 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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Osmos features unique physics-based gameplay, stellar graphics, and a hypnotic soundtrack of ambient electronic music. Your objective is to grow by absorbing other motes. Propel yourself by ejecting matter behind you, but use this ability wisely as it causes you to shrink. Progress through 72 levels spanning 8 distinct worlds, from the microscopic to the galactic, encountering sentient motes, gravity wells, and time-warping physics.

Features

1

72 Challenging levels

2

Newtonian physics engine

3

Award-winning ambient soundtrack

4

Time-warping mechanics

5

Procedural and hand-crafted content

Tips

Promotion Videos

Osmos Trailer (Official) - YouTube

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Q&A

Yes, Osmos includes a multiplayer mode where you can compete against friends over local Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

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