# Galactic Attack vs Space Shooter

The clearest difference is rating: Space Shooter at 4.8 against Galactic Attack's 4.2. Space Shooter also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 25 months). Galactic Attack's advantage is ratings volume (138 vs 13) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 12.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Galactic Attack sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Space Shooter sells 15 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Space Shooter holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Galactic Attack has 138 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Galactic Attack ships an update every 25 months, Space Shooter every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Galactic Attack | Space Shooter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (138 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galactic-attack-alien/id1253076153/reviews) | **[4.8 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-shooter-alien-shooter/id6479256621/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **138** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 30.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 25 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 242 MB | 169 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Minh Dao Lai](https://appshunter.io/developer/1253076152) | [Thuy Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1680069519) |

## What reviewers say

### Galactic Attack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galactic-attack-alien/id1253076153)

Engage in intense arcade-style space combat with stunning 3D graphics and an electronic soundtrack. Upgrade your spaceship with powerful weapons and shields to defend the galaxy from alien invaders. Experience fast-paced action with tactical maneuvers and challenging boss battles.

**Highlights:** Gorgeous 3D graphics, Intense arcade shoot 'em up gameplay, Spaceship upgrades (shields, guns, missiles), Battle heavily armed bosses, Bullet time for tactical maneuvers, Unlockable player spaceships, Atmospheric levels with numerous missions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 5000 Stars | $0.99 | one-time |
| 30000 Stars | $4.99 | one-time |
| 65000 Stars | $8.99 | one-time |


### Space Shooter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-shooter-alien-shooter/id6479256621)

Embark on an intergalactic journey in this thrilling space shooter. Engage in over 100 levels of intense campaign action, upgrade your aircraft and drones, and unleash powerful abilities to defeat alien waves and bosses.

**Highlights:** Over 100 campaign levels, Unlockable and upgradeable aircraft, Drone support with upgrades, Super wings with unique abilities, Fast-paced shoot 'em up gameplay, Boss encounters

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Drone 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| 12.000 gold | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Drone 5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Wing 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Drone 6 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Wing 3 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Drone 3 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Warlord's Wrath | $8.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Aircraft Night Raven | $8.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Aircraft Frost Fang | $8.99 | one-time |
| 25.000 gold | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Wing 2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| VIP Pack | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Galactic Attack free?

Galactic Attack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Space Shooter free?

Space Shooter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Galactic Attack or Space Shooter?

Space Shooter is rated higher. Galactic Attack averages 4.2 out of 5 from 138 ratings, while Space Shooter averages 4.8 from 13 ratings.

### Do Galactic Attack or Space Shooter have ads?

Galactic Attack shows ads; Space Shooter does not.

### Which is updated more often, Galactic Attack or Space Shooter?

Galactic Attack ships an update every 25 months, and Space Shooter every 2 months. Most recently, Galactic Attack was updated on October 17, 2026 and Space Shooter on September 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*