# It's a Space Thing — Survive the onslaught

> Action-packed arcade space shooter with boss battles and multiplayer. (iPhone/iPad app by Brad Erkkila.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/its-a-space-thing/id1094310546 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Brad Erkkila](https://appshunter.io/developer/933627895)
- Category: Games, Action, Casual
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 38 App Store ratings · 63 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 12 · 37 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-08-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/its-a-space-thing/id1094310546/reviews.md

## What is It's a Space Thing?

Take part in an epic struggle for space supremacy in this high-powered, action-packed arcade experience! One must keep their reflexes sharp as Space Things big and small attack without mercy. 

Features include:
• Challenging, high score chasing single player action against tough AI opponents.
• Boss battles against 10 different enemies.
• Complete missions to unlock bosses for an endless Boss Mode.
• Old-school, retro inspired Invaders Mode.
• Tons of player skins to use.
• Local multiplayer on one device. Challenge your friends to best of three matches.
• Utilize power-ups to devastate your enemies.

## Key features

- Challenging single-player action
- Boss battles against 10 enemies
- Unlockable Boss Mode
- Retro Invaders Mode
- Player skins
- Local multiplayer
- Power-ups

## Recent user reviews (10 of 63)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/its-a-space-thing/id1094310546/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Glitch buggy thing

*2023-09-23, version 1.6.3*

Widowmaker boss can go offscreen and not come back (I think because of targeting either player or shields).

### 4/5 — Great Game... with a game breaking bug.

*2021-09-15, version 1.6.2*

This game is great! But there is one thing that bugs me. Every time you get an ad all buttons on screen stop working. Which means you have to restart the whole game. And that can ruin some great runs. Please fix this.

### 5/5 — Awesome but need more bosses i found a glitch

*2019-10-11, version 1.5.5*

Hey Brad Erika please put more bosses and more stuff to the game more offers and stuff note: Widow-maker intends to leave the screen and shooting somewhere else so if u could fix that Brad "ASAP”

### 3/5 — This game is good...not much beyond that.

*2019-06-06, version 1.5.5*

This game isn’t bad and that’s the most interesting thing I have to say about it. Credit to being simple, though this is a case where the game might be too simple.

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2019-02-07, version 1.5.4*

This game is very addictive and good but the controls are a little twearky

### 5/5 — A great game to play with friends

*2018-10-06*

Space thing is a immersive fun version of space invaders. If you have friends and family or you just want some time to yourself I definitely recommend space thing

**Developer response:** So glad you enjoy it!

### 5/5 — Amazing game

*2018-09-30, version 1.5.2*

I love this game because it’s chanlanging and fun

### 1/5 — Wasn’t enjoyable

*2018-07-16, version 1.5.2*

Needs more work to it

### 4/5 — Good game, but I found a glitch

*2018-07-16, version 1.5.2*

I was fighting the Widowmaker in boss mode and it went off screen and disappeared, please fix this

### 4/5 — Controls

*2018-07-16, version 1.5.2*

You just stop moving and die because the controls are so precise

## Frequently asked questions about It's a Space Thing

### What kind of game is It's a Space Thing?

It's a Space Thing is a high-powered, action-packed arcade experience focused on space combat. Players must keep their reflexes sharp to survive relentless attacks from various enemies and challenging boss battles.

### What are the main gameplay modes?

The game features challenging single-player action against AI, boss battles against 10 different enemies, and an endless Boss Mode unlocked by completing missions. It also includes an old-school, retro-inspired Invaders Mode.

### Can I play with friends?

Yes, It's a Space Thing offers local multiplayer on one device. You can challenge your friends to best-of-three matches, adding a competitive social element to the arcade action.

### Are there any customization options?

The game includes tons of player skins that you can use to customize your appearance. Additionally, power-ups are available to help you devastate your enemies during gameplay.

### Is It's a Space Thing free to play?

The application is free to play and is supported by advertisements. There are no in-app purchases mentioned, indicating the primary monetization is through ads.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.3 — 2021-10-13

• Addressing some crashing issues on newer devices running 1OS 15

### 1.6.2 — 2021-05-02

• Implemented App Tracking Transparency prompt

### 1.6.1 — 2021-04-26

• Update preparing for iOS 14.5 and the new privacy protocols.

### 1.6 — 2021-03-20

• Fixed some audio issues after adverts complete

### 1.5.9 — 2021-02-25

• Minor bug fixes and tweaks

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All apps by Brad Erkkila: https://appshunter.io/developer/933627895

## Related topics

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