Arkfront vs Squadron 2
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Arkfront
Guide humanity's last hope across the galaxy to a new home. Strategize in the hangar, customize ships and equipment, then engage in fast-paced arcade combat. Explore over 120 randomly generated levels, gather resources, and upgrade your arsenal for survival.
- Strategic hangar preparation
- Customizable ship loadouts
- Randomly generated campaigns
- Fast-paced arcade action
- Multiple game modes
- Resource gathering and research
Read full descriptionHide full description
Guide your colony across the galaxy to reach Eden, the new home for mankind. “If you enjoy shooters with unique strategic twists then don’t hesitate to give Arkfront a shot…” - TouchArcade “…there’s sure to be heaps of content for you to work through on your way to finding that intergalactic paradise.” - PocketGamer “Arkfront is a MUST-HAVE!” - SnapAttack Supports: GameCenter achievements iCloud save syncing Haptic response during gameplay Plan ahead in the hangar, customize loadouts with upgradable equipment and ships, spend riches on new gear and research. Then plot your course through the Galactic Map towards Eden, defending the ARK and the future of humanity along with it. Gather resources and experience to use on future attempts. The campaign offers more than 120 levels to increase the diversity of each attempt. Find events for higher rewards and outposts for shopping and repairing along your way. FAST-PACED ACTION: Mobile first controls make high-paced arcade action simple to play, but hard to master. GALACTIC MAP: The Galactic Map system randomly generates new campaigns. Pulling from a collection of over 120 levels, each attempt is always unique. PREPARE: Build your custom loadout slots using the gear you want and set-off across the galaxy. Each attempt grants experience and coins to use on unlocking or leveling up powerups. 9 ships, 7 unique powerups, turrets, shield upgrades and 4 supers are available through the galaxy. WAYS TO PLAY: Play the campaign, a weekly challenge level, or alternative game modes like Countdown, Endless and Boss Rush. Arkfront demands short-term skill, medium-term preparation, and long-term planning in order to survive. SUPPORT: Twitter: @arkfront_game Email: shamus@arkfront.net
Squadron 2
Engage in fast-paced interstellar battles, dodging endless bullets and fighting fierce enemies. Progress through epic levels, collect ship upgrades, and customize your profile in this adrenaline-pumping shoot'em up.
- 15 epic levels
- 3 difficulty levels
- Collect ship upgrades
- Unlock new ships and weapons
- Daily gifts and bonuses
- Profile customization with avatars
Read full descriptionHide full description
Battle ruthless enemies on a frantic pace in this shoot'em up game that will put your reflexes to the test ! Cross the galaxy and push back the enemy threat in epic interstellar battles. Progress in an effervescent world with breathtaking graphics where shooting never ends! Rush through the stars on ultra-rhythmic retro-futuristic synthwave music. As you dodge endless bullets in a magnetic and intense atmosphere, brave the waves of enemies and complete your mission! Roam unique planets infested with fierce hybrid enemies. Assemble a squad of legendary ships and battle tough and unpredictable bosses! Squadron 2 is a pure shot of adrenaline that will put your nerves and your agility to the test! Squadron 2 features: Complete 15 epic levels on 3 spectacular planets! 3 levels of difficulty to prove your dexterity. Achieve 3 goals per level and earn rewards. Choose you ship and increase your shooting power by collecting cards. Unlock new ships and active weapons! Get daily gifts. Complete missions and get bonuses. Check the daily cargo to win rewards. Customize your profile with more than 50 avatars. Are you up to the task? Download it now for free.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Squadron 2 at Free against Arkfront's $3.99. Squadron 2 also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.1) and review sentiment (100% vs 68%). Arkfront's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On ratings volume, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Squadron 2 is free to download; Arkfront costs $3.99 up front. Squadron 2 sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Arkfront asks for nothing beyond the download.
Squadron 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 32 and 19 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Arkfront's written reviews are positive against 100% of Squadron 2's.
Arkfront ships an update monthly, Squadron 2 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 9, 2026 and July 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Arkfront | Squadron 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.1 (32 ratings) | 4.7 (19 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 68.2% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 32 — better | 19 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 | 9.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 175 MB | 615 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Intensity Faucet Games, Inc. | Magma Mobile |
Customer experience
Arkfront
Squadron 2
In-app purchases
Arkfront
No in-app purchases
Squadron 2
- 200 Crystals$0.99
- 900 Crystals$1.99
- Starter Pack 2$3.99
Show 2 moreShow fewer
- 2200 Crystals$3.99
- Starter Pack 1$3.99
Questions
Is Arkfront free?
Is Squadron 2 free?
Which has better reviews, Arkfront or Squadron 2?
Do Arkfront or Squadron 2 have ads?
Which is updated more often, Arkfront or Squadron 2?
Other comparisons















