Comparison

DodecArrow vs StarrySky

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DodecArrow

Unblock arrows by rotating a 3D dodecahedron. Solve spatial puzzles by strategically moving arrows to free the pink ones. Utilize special arrows and hints when you get stuck.

Highlights
  • 3D dodecahedron puzzles
  • Arrow-blocking mechanics
  • Spatial reasoning challenges
  • Special arrow perks
  • Hint system
  • Satisfying sound effects
Features
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Free the pink arrows. Outsmart the blockers. Break the chain. Spin a 3D dodecahedron packed with twisting arrows and figure out the right order to set them free. Every arrow can block another, turning each level into a compact spatial puzzle where one smart move can open up the whole board. When you get stuck, use a hint—or bend the rules with powerful perks. Send a Ghost Arrow straight through blockers, or launch an Explosive Arrow to blast its way through the puzzle. With increasingly complex arrow arrangements, multiple pink-arrow objectives, limited lives, hints, haptics, and satisfying sound effects, every level is a quick challenge built around one simple question: Which arrow should you free next?

About

StarrySky

Pilot a customizable spaceship through a corrupted galaxy, engaging in fast-paced aerial combat. Explore planets, battle alien forces, and upgrade your vessel with unique weapons and companions. Experience a classic shoot 'em up with modern graphics and engaging gameplay.

Highlights
  • Explore corrupted planets
  • Engage in passionate combat
  • Customize airships with unique skills
  • Choose from distinctive weapons
  • Team up with companions
  • Stunning graphics and music
  • Multiple game modes (Campaign, Endless)
Features
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Soar through the cosmos, engage in thrilling battles, and uncover hidden treasures! Embark on an adventure exploring planets tainted by alien corruption. Speed up, spread your wings, and dive into passionate combat. This game builds upon the classic shoot 'em up framework, incorporating the best features of traditional games while introducing a brand-new gameplay system. With stunning graphics and an engaging storyline, you'll be hooked from the start. Each time you board a new ship, you'll have a variety of airships to choose from, each with its own unique skills, ensuring a fresh experience: new characters and distinctive weapons! Throughout this grand adventure, two companions will join you as your comrades. Explore and conquer new territories awaiting your challenge in the vast galaxy. Fail or be defeated – the choice is yours! Sky Soarer Features: Stunning graphics and incredible music Smooth gameplay on all devices Multiple game modes: Campaign, Endless Intense boss battles every three levels How to play: Touch the screen to control your spaceship Upgrade your ship and power core

Screenshots

DodecArrow4 screens
StarrySky4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DodecArrow at none against StarrySky's 6. DodecArrow also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 13 months) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). StarrySky's advantage is ratings volume (221 vs 19) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. StarrySky sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. DodecArrow asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DodecArrow holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StarrySky has 221 ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 99% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DodecArrow ships an update monthly, StarrySky every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
DodecArrow versus StarrySky: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDodecArrowStarrySky
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (19 ratings) — better4.4 (221 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better99.5% of reviews
Number of ratings19221 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 13 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size149 MB135 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperBad Assassin GamesBOTANIKO GROUP LLC

Customer experience

DodecArrow

All ratings19 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

StarrySky

All ratings252 ratings
Positive97.6%
Neutral0.4%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews196 reviews
Positive99.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.5%

Bugs and requests

DodecArrow

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

StarrySky

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Bugs in the game

Requested features

2 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Advanced analytics dashboard

In-app purchases

None

DodecArrow

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

StarrySky

One-time6
  • A few gemstones$1.99
  • A pile of gemstones$4.99
  • A box of gemstones$9.99
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  • A large box of gemstones$29.99
  • A treasury gemstone$49.99
  • Feitian Treasure Chest Gem$99.99

Questions

Is DodecArrow free?
DodecArrow is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is StarrySky free?
StarrySky is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DodecArrow or StarrySky?
DodecArrow is rated higher. DodecArrow averages 4.7 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while StarrySky averages 4.4 from 221 ratings.
Do DodecArrow or StarrySky have ads?
Both DodecArrow and StarrySky show ads.
Which is updated more often, DodecArrow or StarrySky?
DodecArrow ships an update monthly, and StarrySky every 13 months. Most recently, DodecArrow was updated on November 6, 2026 and StarrySky on November 4, 2026.

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