RealTag vs PhotonStrike
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RealTag
Experience real-life laser tag with this augmented reality multiplayer FPS. Use your phone to target and shoot other players in your environment, with the game detecting hits in real-time. It brings the excitement of a first-person shooter into the physical world.
- Multiplayer AR FPS gameplay
- Real-life laser tag experience
- Phone-based targeting
- Hit detection system
- Augmented reality integration
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RealTag is Laser Tag that you can play in real life using only your phone. You shoot other players that are in the camera, and the game detects when you've hit someone! It's a multiplayer FPS, but in AR.
PhotonStrike
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Welcome to PhotonStrike, the ultimate fusion of innovation and gaming pleasure! Immerse yourself in a world where traditional laser tag is taken to the next level. With advanced technology and thoughtful design, PhotonStrike revolutionizes the gaming experience, setting new standards in the realm of electronic play. - Immersive Laser Tag: Experience the next level of laser tag with our advanced gear. Precision meets excitement for an unforgettable gaming encounter. - Adaptable Game Modes: Customize your gaming encounters with various modes. - Leaderboards: Climb the ranks and showcase your skills on the leaderboard. Prove you're the ultimate PhotonStrike champion. Why Choose PhotonStrike? PhotonStrike is more than a game; it's an adventure. Our fusion of technology and entertainment creates a unique laser tag experience. Challenge your friends and get ready for an adrenaline-packed adventure. Join the PhotonStrike Revolution! Step into the future of laser tag with PhotonStrike. Be a part of the excitement – download now and redefine how you play laser tag.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PhotonStrike at none against RealTag's 1. PhotonStrike also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. RealTag sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PhotonStrike asks for nothing beyond the download.
RealTag ships an update every 2 months, PhotonStrike daily. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RealTag | PhotonStrike |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.9 (14 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 14 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 354 MB | 25 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Kareem Belgharbi | Timo Christeleit |
In-app purchases
RealTag
- Pro Account$3.99
PhotonStrike
No in-app purchases
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