Comparison

Arkfront vs Metal Gun

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Strategic hangar preparation
  • Customizable ship loadouts
  • Randomly generated campaigns
  • Fast-paced arcade action
  • Multiple game modes
  • Resource gathering and research
Features
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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

About

Metal Gun

Engage in an explosive warfront experience, commanding heroes and vehicles against relentless enemies. Battle through intense campaign stages, deploy tactical vehicles, and recruit unique warriors with special abilities. Strengthen your heroes and push through higher stages with an upgrade system.

Highlights
  • Campaign Mode with bosses
  • Tactical vehicle deployment
  • Diverse combat arenas
  • Unique heroes with special abilities
  • Hero upgrade system
  • Daily rewards and achievements
Features
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Gear up for an explosive battlefield experience! In ultimate warfront, command powerful heroes, drive deadly vehicles, and take on relentless enemies in action-packed missions. FEATURES: - Campaign Mode: Battle through intense stages filled with tough enemies and formidable bosses. - Tactical Vehicles: Deploy multiple war machines to gain the upper hand in battle. - Diverse Arenas: Fight across dynamic terrains and challenging battlegrounds. - Unique Heroes: Recruit powerful warriors, each with special abilities and strengths. - Upgrade System: Strengthen your heroes, enhance their skills, and push through higher stages. - Daily Rewards & Achievements: Log in daily and complete achievements to unlock valuable rewards. Are you ready to dominate the battlefield?

Screenshots

Arkfront4 screens
Metal Gun4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Metal Gun at Free against Arkfront's $3.99. Metal Gun also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly). Arkfront's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

Metal Gun is free to download; Arkfront costs $3.99 up front. Metal Gun sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Arkfront asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Metal Gun holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Arkfront has 32 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Arkfront ships an update monthly, Metal Gun every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Arkfront versus Metal Gun: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArkfrontMetal Gun
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (32 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews68.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings32 — better1
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size175 MB199 MB
Age rating9+17+
DeveloperIntensity Faucet Games, Inc.Nguyen Thai Bao

In-app purchases

None

Arkfront

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

Metal Gun

One-time9
  • Shop Gem 1$1.99
  • Shop Coin 1$4.99
  • Shop Gem 2$5.99
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  • Shop Gem 3$9.99
  • Shop Coin 2$19.99
  • Shop Gem 4$19.99
  • Shop Coin 3$49.99
  • Shop Gem 5$49.99
  • Shop Gem 6$99.99

Questions

Is Arkfront free?
Arkfront costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Metal Gun free?
Metal Gun is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Arkfront or Metal Gun?
Metal Gun is rated higher. Arkfront averages 4.1 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while Metal Gun averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Arkfront or Metal Gun have ads?
Metal Gun shows ads; Arkfront does not.
Which is updated more often, Arkfront or Metal Gun?
Arkfront ships an update monthly, and Metal Gun every 3 days. Most recently, Arkfront was updated on November 2, 2026 and Metal Gun on October 30, 2026.

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