Comparison

Nova Empire vs SpaceTapDuel

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

Head to head
About

Nova Empire

Engage in epic galactic warfare with players worldwide in this next-generation online space strategy game. Build and customize your space station, design powerful fleets, and form alliances to conquer sectors of space. Experience real-time battles and strategic gameplay with stunning HD graphics.

Highlights
  • Real-time galactic battles
  • Alliance system for sector control
  • Fleet design and customization
  • Space station building
  • Recruit elite admirals
  • HD graphics and sound
Features
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Enter an epic battle for conquest of the galaxy with players around the world! An action-packed, next-generation online space strategy experience! FEATURES - BATTLE: Wage war with players worldwide for domination of the galaxy on an epic scale! - ALLIANCE: Create a mighty alliance to fight for control of entire sectors of space in a revolutionary new alliance system! - STRATEGY: Combine in alliance legions to form your attack strategy together then strike! - FLEETS: Design fleets with specific weapons and armor to counter your opponent’s strengths! - ADMIRALS: Recruit elite admirals to join your empire and lead your fleets to victory! - BUILD: Create and customize your space station to gain the advantage! - GRAPHICS: Strategy has never looked this good! Command space in spectacular HD! - REAL-TIME: See player fleets moving around the galaxy in real time! Watch as battles develop and make the correct tactical calls to claim victory. - MUSIC: High-quality music and sound production. - MORE: Always adding new features! This galaxy just gets better and better! Nova Empire’s story unfolds week by week, reshaping the galaxy before your eyes Welcome to Nova Empire, a next-generation strategy game. Get your fleets ready and fight for glory! SUPPORT Email us at support@gamebeartech.com Follow us on Facebook to get news and updates: https://www.facebook.com/NovaEmpireGame/

About

SpaceTapDuel

Features
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SpaceTapDuel transforms your screen into a cosmic battleground where precision and strategy collide. Players face off in a vertical split arena, launching missiles to destroy incoming asteroids while collecting powerful upgrades. Each asteroid holds unique potential - from valuable minerals that boost your score to powerful upgrades like rapid-fire missiles, catherine wheel spreads, and tactical black holes. Time your shots carefully, as larger asteroids split into smaller fragments, creating chain reactions of destruction. The innovative AI opponent offers three difficulty levels, each featuring adaptive learning mechanics that evolve based on your playstyle. Face increasingly complex challenges as you progress through levels, unlocking new AI abilities and tactical possibilities. Key Features: • Intuitive tap controls with strategic depth • Dynamic power-ups and special effects • Adaptive AI with multiple difficulty settings • Local multiplayer for face-to-face battles • Progressive level system with increasing challenges • Beautiful particle effects and space visuals • Special asteroid types with unique behaviors Whether you're looking for quick casual matches or intense competitive sessions, SpaceTapDuel delivers an engaging space combat experience that's easy to learn but challenging to master.

Screenshots

Nova Empire4 screens
SpaceTapDuel4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Nova Empire at Free against SpaceTapDuel's $2.99. Nova Empire also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.2). SpaceTapDuel's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 weeks). On 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

Nova Empire is free to download; SpaceTapDuel costs $2.99 up front. Nova Empire sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. SpaceTapDuel asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Nova Empire ships an update every 6 weeks, SpaceTapDuel every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Nova Empire versus SpaceTapDuel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNova EmpireSpaceTapDuel
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.3 (5.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews46.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings5.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size1.8 GB21 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperGameBear TechANDREW PAUL BECKETT

Bugs and requests

Nova Empire

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Shields randomly deactivating during wars
  • Disappearing ships and lost progress after crashes
  • Inability to leave or switch alliances due to glitches

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to transfer resources between alliance members
  • More diplomacy options between alliances
  • Improved tutorial and onboarding for new players
  • Larger and more diverse galaxy to explore

SpaceTapDuel

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Nova Empire

One-time10
  • Tiny Pack$0.99
  • Special Pack$1.99
  • Bonus Pack$4.99
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  • Medium Pack$9.99
  • Ultra Pack$14.99
  • Large Pack$19.99
  • Prime Pack$19.99
  • Huge Pack$49.99
  • Epic Pack$99.99
  • Dominator Pack$99.99
None

SpaceTapDuel

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Nova Empire free?
Nova Empire is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SpaceTapDuel free?
SpaceTapDuel costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Nova Empire or SpaceTapDuel have ads?
Neither Nova Empire nor SpaceTapDuel shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Nova Empire or SpaceTapDuel?
Nova Empire ships an update every 6 weeks, and SpaceTapDuel every 2 days. Most recently, Nova Empire was updated on November 5, 2026 and SpaceTapDuel on October 30, 2026.

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