ParaglidingXC V2 in IOS

Paragliding game

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Site Score

68/100

ParaglidingXC V2 is a niche tool that happens to be a very engaging 'game' for aviation enthusiasts. It's less about high scores and more about the technical mastery of thermal flying and cross-country navigation. The physics engine is impressively detailed, simulating lift, sink, and wind drift with surprising accuracy for a mobile app.

While the learning curve is steep—it's practically a flight manual in app form—the satisfaction of catching a thermal and climbing to the cloud base is immense. It's not a 'casual' game by any means, but for those interested in the sport of paragliding, it provides a realistic and portable way to practice flight theory and terrain reading.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026
Dinsun Avatar

Dinsun Review

Calling this a game is a bit of a stretch. It’s a simulation. If you’re not already into paragliding, you’re going to be hopelessly lost within thirty seconds. It’s conservative in its approach, focusing on realism over entertainment.

The visuals are functional but Spartan. There are no 'achievements' or 'unlockable skins' here; the reward is simply staying in the air and navigating correctly. I respect the dedication to the craft, but as an expert gamer, I find the lack of engagement or variety disappointing. It’s a great training tool, I’m sure, but a very dry piece of software. It’s for a very small, very dedicated group of people.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Realistic physics and weather simulation
  • No fluff or distractions
  • Extremely steep learning curve
  • Very basic graphics
  • No broad appeal

Technical Report

Performance: Optimized for technical accuracy; stable frame rate.

Accessibility:
  • Joystick support

Audience Fit

Buy if: You are a paragliding enthusiast looking for a technical sim.

Skip if: You are looking for fun or entertainment.

Similar Games:
  • Microsoft Flight Simulator (on a much smaller scale)

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun
  • Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
  • Playtime: 2 hours
  • Status: Managed to stay aloft for 10 minutes

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.06Thu Jul 31 2025

- Free flight mode added - fly without time pressure!

- Glidershop fees now reduced to 100 XP

- Hiscore now shows the first 25 pilots


Use thermals and dynamic wind to fly around the given course. You have to fly through all given waypoints to get to the finish line. Compare your flight time against thousands of other players around the world with the ingame hiscore.

What you get:

- Dynamic weathereffects (winddirection/-strength, different thermal quality, moving sun, ...)

- Flightassistant option, if you can't finish a mission

- Fast forward mode for you impatient people ;-)

- Autosave mode

- No Ads, offline playable, no subscription needed!

- Fully localized, German & English


Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Use thermals and dynamic wind to fly around the given course. You have to fly through all given waypoints to get to the finish line. Compare your flight time against thousands of other players around the world with the ingame hiscore.

What you get:

- Dynamic weathereffects (winddirection/-strength, different thermal quality, moving sun, ...)

- Flightassistant option, if you can't finish a mission

- Fast forward mode for you impatient people ;-)

- Autosave mode

- No Ads, offline playable, no subscription needed!

- Fully localized, German & English


Ratings & Reviews

4 out of 5 with 2 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

ParaglidingXC V2 screenshot 1ParaglidingXC V2 screenshot 2ParaglidingXC V2 screenshot 3ParaglidingXC V2 screenshot 4ParaglidingXC V2 screenshot 5ParaglidingXC V2 screenshot 6ParaglidingXC V2 screenshot 7ParaglidingXC V2 screenshot 8ParaglidingXC V2 screenshot 9ParaglidingXC V2 screenshot 10ParaglidingXC V2 screenshot 11ParaglidingXC V2 screenshot 12ParaglidingXC V2 screenshot 13ParaglidingXC V2 screenshot 14ParaglidingXC V2 screenshot 15

ParaglidingXC V2 is a flight simulator built for paraglider pilots and fans of free flight. Focus on the art of 'Cross Country' (XC) flying by finding and circling in thermals to gain altitude. The app features realistic wind physics, variometer sounds, and detailed terrain maps to help you plan and execute long-distance flights from your mobile device.

Features

1

Realistic thermal physics

2

Variometer audio feedback

3

Real-world terrain data

4

Advanced flight instrumentation

Tips

News on this game

Marc Stachel: The Paragliding App guy

Marc Stachel is the guy behind Paragliding XC, the highly addictive paragliding app that's on the keenest XC hounds' iPhones this season.

Cross Country Magazine - Mon Nov 02 2015

Gameplays

Q&A

It is a great tool for understanding flight theory and XC strategy, but it should only be used as a supplement to professional in-person instruction.

More by Developer

You Might Also Like

All Categories

Puzzle Game

Action Game

Simulation Game

Casual Game

Adventure Game

Card Game

Roleplaying Game

Board Game

Sports Game

Strategy Game

Racing Game

Family Game

Casino Game

Music Game

Word Game

Trivia Game

Education Game

Games Game

Entertainment Game

Utilities Game

Social Networking Game

Books Game

Health & Fitness Game

Lifestyle Game