# Photon Strike: Galaxy Shooter

> Classic 3D "Bullet Hell" space shooter with hundreds of levels and ship upgrades. (iPhone/iPad app by GameSpire Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photon-strike-galaxy-shooter/id1167350787 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [GameSpire Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1167350786)
- Category: Games, Action, Casual
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 75 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-02-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photon-strike-galaxy-shooter/id1167350787/reviews.md

## What is Photon Strike?

Photon Strike is a classic shmup action game, featuring full 3D graphics and hundreds of levels!

In the distant future, automated bots designed to maintain space stations were left on their own. After a decade of uncontrolled self reconstruction they grew in numbers. Self-defense mechanisms turned them into a dangerous swarm spreading all over the planet Earth's sky. Your mission is to eliminate this threat.

This scrolling “Bullet Hell” shooter will not forgive you any hesitation in your way to save our galaxy! Evolve you spaceship into the ultimate weapon to defeat the enemy force! 


FEATURES

* Full 3D graphics.
* 200 Levels in 4 difficulty modes. 
* 6 EPIC boss battles.
* 16 tier weapons upgrade system.
* Power-up pickups in battles.
* 3 spaceships to choose from.
* Achievements.
* Original soundtrack!
* Smooth gameplay and controls.
* Perfectly optimized for low end devices!

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## Key features

- Full 3D graphics
- 200 levels
- 6 epic boss battles
- 16 tier weapon upgrades
- Power-up pickups
- 3 spaceships to choose from
- Achievements

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 6000 Credits | $2.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Credits | $4.99 | one-time |
| 20000 Credits | $9.99 | one-time |
| Hammer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Credits Doubler | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photon-strike-galaxy-shooter/id1167350787/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Game

*2021-04-10*

Very good game. Just like the ones I grew up with.

### 5/5 — Arcade

*2018-12-24*

I like arcade style shooters games and this is a very good one

### 5/5 — GREAT

*2017-02-26*

A Game I Longed for

### 5/5 — Shmup

*2017-02-25*

I like the space heArtwork & 🎶. The lvln up seems balanced so far. Thank You Devs 4 the Codes👾

### 3/5 — Just ok

*2017-02-18*

I've been playing this since launch (about a week)....

Graphics:
The graphics are great. The background design is nice and not distracting, but it severely lacks variety.

Weapons system:
The upgrade system is nice and simple, but it needs better balancing. I upgraded the main blaster and missiles exclusively and ignored all upgrades for the beam and satellite, and found that I was an overpowered flying death machine. While that can be fun, the repetition of the levels made the game drag. Having a reason to upgrade the beam and satellite would greatly benefit the gameplay. If perhaps specific enemy ships required specific weapons (i.e. The beam and satellite) then there would be a much needed incentive to upgrade those weapons. 

Controls: 
Perfect, spot on. Don't change a thing. 

Overall:
A great start, but it needs updates to keep players engaged.

### 5/5 — Fun Arcade Scroller

*2017-02-16*

Fun, fast.  Easy to figure out, but quickly becomes challenging.

## Frequently asked questions about Photon Strike

### What is Photon Strike's gameplay like?

Photon Strike is a classic "Bullet Hell" scrolling shooter where players pilot a spaceship, upgrade its weapons, and battle waves of enemies and bosses. It features smooth gameplay and controls designed for intense action.

### Does Photon Strike have offline play?

The description does not explicitly state whether Photon Strike supports offline play. However, as a single-player action game, it is likely playable without an internet connection.

### How many levels are in Photon Strike?

Photon Strike offers 200 levels across 4 different difficulty modes, providing a substantial amount of content for players to progress through.

### Can I upgrade my spaceship in Photon Strike?

Yes, Photon Strike features a 16-tier weapon upgrade system, allowing you to evolve your spaceship into a powerful weapon to defeat the enemy forces.

### What devices is Photon Strike available on?

Photon Strike is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, and is optimized for low-end devices to ensure smooth gameplay for a wide range of users.

### Is Photon Strike free to download?

Yes, Photon Strike is free to download and play. It also offers in-app purchases for additional content or enhancements.

### What is the age rating for Photon Strike?

Photon Strike has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger players and families.

### How often is Photon Strike updated?

The latest version of Photon Strike was released on June 19, 2017. While the game has not been updated recently, it offers a complete experience with 200 levels and extensive upgrade options.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.2 — 2017-06-19

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Corrections.

### 1.9.1 — 2017-05-06

bug fixes.

### 1.9 — 2017-03-22

application optimized

### 1.8 — 2017-03-02

application optimized and reduced application size

### 1.4 — 2017-02-11

No release notes.

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