# Shooty Space Adventure retro arcade shooter

> Retro arcade space shooter with modern gameplay, upgrades, and leaderboards. (iPhone/iPad app by Stuart Rowlands.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shooty-space-adventure-retro-arcade-shooter/id1064836177 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Stuart Rowlands](https://appshunter.io/developer/1737936319)
- Category: Games, Action, Casual
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 16 App Store ratings · 84 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 162 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-03-14
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shooty-space-adventure-retro-arcade-shooter/id1064836177/reviews.md

## What is Shooty Space Adventure retro arcade shooter?

Rule the skies in this free arcade space shooter! A modern twist on classic arcade games of old.

Blast your way through enemies and compete with friends to see who can survive longest in this addictive fast paced, action arcade style shooter.

GAME FEATURES:
* Infinite galactic fun
* Smooth arcade action
* Huge enemy variety, from aliens to missile launcher equipped cat bots
* Save up boost by blasting enemies, then save it for the moments you need it most!
* Two main weapon classes: Lasers and Bullets, each with their own upgrade path
* Upgrade homing rockets for a devastating attack
* Upgrade engines for more effective and longer boost
* Big spaceship selection, everything from flying toasters, to bi-planes are at your disposal!
* In game leaderboard interface shows how far off your next global competitor is!
* Share your epic scores and achievements with screenshots on Facebook and Twitter
* Upgrade ships, engines & weapons for a better shot at becoming the greatest pilot in the universe!
* Blast through aliens, emoji, and other invaders to join the global leaderboards
* Compete against friends using Game Center to see who has the best piloting skills
* In game leaderboard shows exactly how you stack up against the global competition
* Never the same level twice

Inspired by old-school arcade games like Galaga and Zaxxon.

## Key features

- Infinite galactic fun
- Smooth arcade action
- Huge enemy variety
- Weapon and engine upgrades
- Big spaceship selection
- In-game leaderboards
- Procedurally generated levels

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 500 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1500 coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Chest of Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 6000 coins | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Shooty Space Adventure retro arcade shooter?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👾 Retro arcade style
- 🕹️ Addictive gameplay
- ✨ Nice graphics and style
- 🎶 Satisfying music
- 👍 Smooth gameplay
- 🚀 Fast-paced action
- 🎮 Easy to learn
- 💡 Creative enemy designs (emojis)
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for all ages
- 💯 Polished and well-designed
- 🕹️ Nostalgic feel
- 🚀 Great ship upgrades
- 🌟 Engaging progression

**Cons**

- 💸 Expensive in-app purchases
- 📺 Frequent ads
- 👆 Finger obstructs view
- ⏳ Long loading times
- 🔄 Repetitive music
- ✋ Controls can be tricky
- 🐌 Lag on death

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Stuck on loading screen
- Tutorial bugged when died
- Lag when dying before ship disappears

**Most requested features**

- Option to control shooting
- Option to control background music and sound effects
- Setting to move BOOST button to the left side
- Offset ship from finger
- Relative controls for the ship

## Recent user reviews (10 of 84)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shooty-space-adventure-retro-arcade-shooter/id1064836177/reviews.md

### 4/5 — This is like a remaster of the Genesis and ps1 game Viewpoint

*2025-06-02, version 1.2*

If you have ever played viewpoint this game is like a crisp 3-D reimagining of it with some extra features on it it is a solid pick up and play shmup I look forward to any future shoot em ups that this developer creates that's how good this one was I found it by looking up shooter games on mobygames.com and it said there is a Zaxxon remake in the appstore when I searched it I couldn't find it but found this wich is close enough and prolly better than the Zaxxon remake is if it even exists in the appstore anymore lol

### 2/5 — Soooooooo disappointing

*2023-02-15, version 1.2*

Great to play, difficult to understand other than provided you’re prepared to spend a LOT of money on something that isn’t really worth it,,I’d leave it well alone.
The extra weapons etc that you buy don’t last long so un less you’ve got deep pockets,,, stay well clear if this one.

### 5/5 — Shooty Great!

*2022-02-18*

I really like this game; if I have a few minutes to kill, its a great stress reliever!

### 2/5 — Too many ads

*2018-10-25*

I wanted to like this game but the constant interruption by ads, some times in the middle of a game, is very annoying.

### 5/5 — Good game

*2017-04-24*

Great shoot em up game with good variation of enemies and great ship  upgrade possibilities. Can highly recommend it. Ps there is a lag when u die and before the ship disappears like 1s a little annoying would be nice to get it fixed ;)

### 5/5 — Nice game!

*2017-04-12*

Nice game 👌

### 5/5 — Great game

*2017-03-30*

This app is amazing, and I totally recommend it! It's very addictive super fun to play and it really keeps you engaged as you progress through the different levels.

### 5/5 — Cool side scroller

*2017-02-17*

Decent shooting game. Would recommend being able to control the shooting as well as direction of the ship.

### 5/5 — Fun Mobile Arcade Game

*2017-02-13*

The arcade-style of this game really works. It takes me back to arcade venues. The different levels each time really keeps me on my feet. The different features and challenges makes this game endless fun.

### 5/5 — Great Time Killing App!

*2017-02-07*

I just tired to find a free shooting game app for my little sister though, I found myself enjoying it lol. But it isn't that hard to have a quick reaction when you encounter the enemies. For this, you should get used to the control.. anyway If you got bored, give it a try:))

## Frequently asked questions about Shooty Space Adventure retro arcade shooter

### What kind of game is Shooty Space Adventure?

Shooty Space Adventure is a free arcade space shooter that offers a modern take on classic arcade games. It features fast-paced action, a wide variety of enemies, and deep upgrade systems for ships and weapons.

### What are the main features of this game?

Key features include infinite galactic fun with procedurally generated levels, smooth arcade action, diverse enemies, weapon and engine upgrades, a large selection of spaceships, and in-game leaderboards to compete with friends and global players.

### Is Shooty Space Adventure free to play?

Yes, the game is free to play. It offers in-app purchases, allowing players to enhance their experience through upgrades and other in-game items.

### What platforms is Shooty Space Adventure available on?

The description does not specify exact platform availability, but it mentions Game Center integration for competing with friends, suggesting compatibility with iOS devices. It is designed as a mobile application.

### How can I improve my score in Shooty Space Adventure?

To improve your score, focus on blasting enemies to save up boosts and upgrade your weapons, engines, and ships. Competing against friends and observing the in-game leaderboard will also help you strategize and aim for higher global rankings.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2 — 2017-03-27

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

Various bugfixes and graphical improvements.

### 1.1.2 — 2016-09-20

- Resolved issue some users were having with in-app purchase

### 1.1.1 — 2016-04-15

- Visual tweaks
- Minor bugfixes
- Improved performance on many devices

### 1.1 — 2016-04-02

- New in game leaderboard shows how far off your next competitor is!
- Share your epic scores and achievements with screenshots on Facebook and Twitter
- Fixed a bug with enemy bullet speed

### 1.0.2 — 2016-03-23

- Starting out is easier on new pilots
- Major performance improvement on many devices
- New intro guide
- Minor bug fixes

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*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 2026-09-02.*