# Barrel Defender - Galaxy — Retro arcade space shooter

> Retro arcade space shooter defending energy barrels from alien waves. (iPhone/iPad app by Stefan Preuss.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barrel-defender-galaxy/id321991078 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Stefan Preuss](https://appshunter.io/developer/307563428)
- Category: Games, Action, Casual
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 33 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-07-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barrel-defender-galaxy/id321991078/reviews.md

## What is Barrel Defender?

Barrel Defender is an old school retro Arcade Shooter. Protect your Energy Barrels, collect extra weapons and blast away waves of aliens!

Barrel Defender is easy to control. Your spacecraft follows the slide of your finger and is in 'auto shoot' mode. It is the ideal game for the casual player and retro fans. Enjoy blasting aliens...

Features:
- two game modes ( 'endless' and 'wave' mode )
- fight your way through 25 alien filled waves
- tons of different aliens and movement pattern
- fight boss enemies
- collect extra weapons
- beautiful space sci-fi environment
- easy to control
- quite easy, well known game play

## Key features

- Two game modes: endless and wave
- 25 alien-filled waves
- Variety of aliens and movement patterns
- Boss enemy battles
- Weapon power-ups
- Easy finger-slide controls

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barrel-defender-galaxy/id321991078/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Cool Game !

*2009-07-13*

This game is a great retro shooter far better then Space Invaders ever was.
Getting the full version.

Thanks

## Frequently asked questions about Barrel Defender

### What is Barrel Defender?

Barrel Defender is a retro arcade space shooter where players defend energy barrels from waves of aliens. It features two game modes, boss battles, and weapon power-ups.

### How much does Barrel Defender cost?

Barrel Defender is a paid app, priced at $0.99.

### What devices is Barrel Defender available on?

Barrel Defender is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

### What is the age rating for Barrel Defender?

Barrel Defender has an age rating of 9+.

### Does Barrel Defender have ads?

No, Barrel Defender does not contain advertisements.

### How often is Barrel Defender updated?

The latest version, 2.4, was last updated on July 22, 2025. Updates typically occur to improve performance and add content.

### What are the game modes in Barrel Defender?

Barrel Defender offers two game modes: 'endless' mode for continuous play and 'wave' mode, where players progress through 25 distinct alien-filled waves.

### What is the gameplay like in Barrel Defender?

The gameplay is designed for casual players and retro fans, featuring easy finger-slide controls for movement and an auto-shoot mode. Players collect extra weapons to blast through alien waves and fight boss enemies.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.4 — 2025-07-22

- misc UI updates
- fixed some game play glitches

### 2.3 — 2022-03-23

Update for the latest iOS and devices.

### 2.2 — 2019-01-22

- added support for iPhone XR, XS, XS Max and the new iPad Pros
- added a 'one time per game' trade-in 'score for continue' opportunity in wave mode
- some UI improvements

### 2.1 — 2018-08-05

- fix for iPhone X and iPad Pro display sizes
- removed IAP
- unlocked 'endless mode' permamently
- removed ads
- fixed some bugs

### 2.0 — 2016-01-14

- new content: 25 waves of nasty enemies
- complete new artwork
- new sound effects
- new enemies and bosses
- universal binary with support for wide screen and iPhone6 / iPhone 6Plus
- improved controls
- new extra weapons
- Game Center support

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All apps by Stefan Preuss: https://appshunter.io/developer/307563428

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