# Astro Duel — Shoot first, then run 'em over > Local multiplayer space combat game with quick rounds and sudden death. (iPhone/iPad app by Rusty Moyher.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/astro-duel/id548898306 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Rusty Moyher](https://appshunter.io/developer/443831504) - Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Casual - Price: $4.99 - Rating: 4.30/5 from 56 App Store ratings · 52 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 9+ - Requires: iOS 9.0 · 32 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2014-07-24 - Data updated: 2026-09-01 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/astro-duel/id548898306/reviews.md ## What is Astro Duel? Astro Duel is a competitive local multiplayer game for iPad and Apple TV. Prepare for astral dog fights with up to 4 players. Rounds are quick and death is sudden. Blast your friends into space. Run over their helpless bodies for good measure. === Feature List === 13 DYNAMIC ARENAS Rich, varied arenas provide a host of hiding places and hazards. Use barriers and asteroids as cover. Avoid turrets, death beams, and black holes or you're dead. MULTIPLE GAME MODES Battle for the most kills in Ship Hunters, outlast your opponents in Pilot Hunters, or join forces in Team Deathmatch. DEVASTATING POWERUPS Ships can be armed with offensive and defensive pickups including missiles, lasers, jousters and shields. Race to collect powerups to give yourself an edge or blast powerup-greedy opponents before they reach their prize. iPAD CONTROLS Up to 2 players can pilot their ships using just an iPad. No controllers required. GAMEPAD SUPPORT Play with Bluetooth game controllers like the Xbox and Playstation gamepads. KEYBOARD SUPPORT Play with a Bluetooth or wired keyboard. An easy way to add more players. COMPUTER PLAYERS Add any combination of AI ships. Practice solo against computer-controlled players, mix up free-for-alls, or battle Human vs Machine in a Team Deathmatch. Includes two levels of difficulty. MODIFIERS Mix up play with a variety of game modifiers. Start every round with a specific powerup. Add more asteroids for cover or remove them entirely. Adjust fixed spawns, friendly fire, autobalance, shields and more. === YOUR SHIP A SPLODE === ## Key features - Up to 4 player local multiplayer - 13 dynamic arenas with hazards - Multiple game modes (Ship Hunters, Pilot Hunters, Team Deathmatch) - Devastating powerups - iPad, gamepad, and keyboard controls - AI computer players - Customizable game modifiers ## Recent user reviews (10 of 52) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/astro-duel/id548898306/reviews.md ### 5/5 — hidden gem on tvOS. *2025-12-14, version 2.1.3* I just stumbled across this game in December 2025, even though it’s been out for over 10 years! Super fun couch co-op for 2 to 4 players. This is a super well designed, pick up and go party game… Great sound design, excellent music, super replayable, just the right balance of power ups, onscreen tips, user interface is perfect. just awesome all around 5 stars. Please update to include Game Center integration. ### 4/5 — Updates/Changes/Care *2024-05-23, version 2.1.3* Wish I would see more updates / changes. Although the game is the same, it’s good but wish I could see different game modes. Does the Astroparty team still pay attention to old games like this one, or focus on the future. It would be nice to see the team reply to this one. Response to DEVS: still waiting for it to come to IPad. ### 4/5 — Updates/Changes/Care *2024-05-21* Wish I would see more updates / changes. Although the game is the same, it’s good but wish I could see different game modes. Does the Astroparty team still pay attention to old games like this one, or focus on the future. It would be nice to see the team reply to this one. **Developer response:** Hi Jacoby! After 7 years of work, we released Astro Duel 2. There is a ton of new content and modes in the sequel. Hope you get a chance to play it! ### 4/5 — Astro duel is great *2023-09-06, version 2.1.3* I love the revamped version of Astro Party just wish there was a setting for original Astro party controls controls ### 2/5 — Awwwwwww come on bring it back *2023-01-16, version 2.1.3* I'd miss the Astro remote, it make things more fun! ### 4/5 — Good game, needs Astro remote on iPhone *2022-08-30, version 2.1.2* This game is very good like Astro party but with more stuff. It need Astro remote to work on iPhone though because the we can only have to players. ### 5/5 — A very fun game and sad Astro Remote app was removed! *2022-06-28, version 2.1.2* A great and addicting game. My roommates and I would play this for hours on end (up until about two weeks ago) using the Apple TV app and our phones with the now-former Astro Remote app. Could you please bring this back🙏🙏 it makes a huge difference. It’s just not the same without it ### 4/5 — Bug I can’t control my pilot when I’m the shark ship *2022-02-18, version 2.0* Pls fix I can’t control my pilot when I’m the shark ship ### 4/5 — Update please *2020-11-11, version 2.0* I want full screen on my ipad and keyboard support and 120 fps please **Developer response:** Hi Ahmed, Good news! I just added iPad Pro 11-inch support and keyboard support for up to two players! Bluetooth or wired keyboards work now on the iPad version. Let me know how it goes! Cheers, Rusty ### 5/5 — Nice *2019-11-28, version 2.0* GREAT WITH FRIENDS ## Frequently asked questions about Astro Duel ### What is Astro Duel? Astro Duel is a competitive local multiplayer game designed for iPad and Apple TV. It features quick rounds of space combat where up to 4 players can battle each other in dynamic arenas. ### What are the key features of Astro Duel? Key features include 13 dynamic arenas with hazards, multiple game modes like Ship Hunters and Team Deathmatch, devastating powerups, and support for various control methods including iPad, gamepads, and keyboards. AI computer players and customizable game modifiers are also included. ### How much does Astro Duel cost? Astro Duel is a paid application. The provided data indicates it does not have in-app purchases or ads, suggesting a one-time purchase for the full game. ### What devices is Astro Duel compatible with? Astro Duel is compatible with iPad and Apple TV. It supports local multiplayer, allowing multiple players to join the fun on these devices. ### What are some common use cases for Astro Duel? Astro Duel is ideal for game nights with friends and family, offering a fun and competitive local multiplayer experience. It's also suitable for practicing solo against AI opponents or for quick, action-packed gaming sessions. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.1.4 — 2025-12-23 Added iPad Multitasking Tip ### 2.1.3 — 2022-12-21 Added metadata localizations ### 2.1.2 — 2022-06-14 Cleaned up button art on Settings menu ### 2.1.1 — 2022-06-13 Fixed audio not resuming after a system interruption ### 2.1 — 2022-06-09 - Added support for iPad Pro 11-inch - Added support for Bluetooth and wired keyboards. Control 1 or 2 players this way. - Improved gamepad support - Fixed multiple gamepads of the same type not working - Removed support for Astro Remote. Use gamepads and/or a keyboard for more players. - Using the Ship Dash no longer consumes ammo - Added a new Ship Dash tip - Pilots are now killed instantly in Ship Hunters and Team Deathmatch - Added rings to the Repulse level to show the push-back force - Fixed [REDACTED] controlling the wrong [REDACTED] - Fixed display bugs on the scoreboard ## Apps similar to Astro Duel | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [12 orbits ○ premium](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/12-orbits-premium/id1122438494) | 5.0 (2) | $1.99 | Games | | [Meganoid Remaster](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/meganoid-remaster/id1214627433) | 3.9 (15) | $3.99 | Games | | [Snake Core](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snake-core/id1496604420) | 4.0 (9) | $3.99 | Games | | [Groundskeeper2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/groundskeeper2/id848894420) | 4.3 (19) | $3.99 | Games | | [Reptilian Revolution](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reptilian-revolution/id6478714068) | — | Free | Games | | [iShisen](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ishisen/id293876732) | 5.0 (2) | $0.99 | Games | ## More apps by Rusty Moyher - [Bloop — Tabletop Finger Frenzy](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bloop-tabletop-finger-frenzy/id517320341) - [Train Bandit](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-bandit/id634584447) - [Astro Party](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/astro-party/id904693943) - [Dig Dog – Treasure Hunter](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dig-dog-treasure-hunter/id1147716340) - [Box Cat Bash](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/box-cat-bash/id1588429088) All apps by Rusty Moyher: https://appshunter.io/developer/443831504 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-01.*