Comparison

Nova vs Nexus War

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

Head to head
About

Nova

Build and command your own space station and fleet in a chaotic galaxy. Forge alliances, explore new worlds, and engage in strategic space battles to shape the future of the sector. Your decisions will determine the fate of the galaxy.

Highlights
  • Build and customize space stations
  • Assemble modular warship fleets
  • Form intergalactic alliances
  • Explore and investigate the sector
  • Engage in strategic space battles
  • Uncover galactic mysteries
Features
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-An Imposing Republican Space Station- In the dark and dangerous void, your imposing space station will be your haven and base. Complete Republican Orders and adjust your strategic deployment regularly. A powerful space station will be your first step toward the conquest of the galaxy. -Unstoppable Space Armada- Select wisely among various warship blueprints. Forge your unique fleets with modular designs and assembling systems. Plan out your strategic options carefully and join in unprecedented space battles. Your choice will affect the outcome of every battle you’ll fight in. -Establish Your Intergalactic Alliance- After the “Supernova Event”, the whole Renney Sector is in deep turmoil. In this chaotic state, you need to build a powerful intergalactic Alliance with the people you trust most. The future of the Renney Sector now depends on your cooperation. -Endless Stars Endless Stories- Send out your fleets to explore and investigate the sector. Witness whimsical stories and the impressing intergalactic epic. -And More- A Dyson Sphere is now available for takeover in “Goliath Galaxy”, the truth behind the “Supernova Event” is still lying in the dimming void. The Republic and the Coterminal have gone silent since the universal cataclysm. You and your Alliance will decide the future of the Renney Sector. Will you use your unchallengeable diplomatic mind to reach your strategic goal? Or are you planning to expand your territory with bloodshed? An interstellar journey unlike any other is about to unfold. SUPPORT Email us at support@gamestone3.com

About

Nexus War

Lead a desperate fight for survival on Origin Star against invading forces. Recruit heroes, build a customizable city, and engage in strategic battles to reclaim your home planet. Forge alliances and conquer to become the ruler.

Highlights
  • Open-world exploration
  • Strategic real-time battles
  • Hero recruitment and customization
  • City building and design
  • Alliance warfare
  • Mecha customization
Features
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The Astra tore through the sky and descended upon Origin Star. The once vibrant cities were laid waste beyond recognition… The end is nigh on Origin Star, and every race is fighting desperately in hopes to survive in the new age of terror… As destiny chose you, you must now act. Raise an army and seek out the mightiest heroes from the four races of Origin Star – The Humans, Izans, Aokus, Theias, and unite them all to annihilate the Invaders of your home planet. Return Origin Star to its former glory! ********[Features]******** Freely Explore the Open World and Uncover the Mystery of Origin Star Journey a path to uncover the truth of this world from relics and hidden treasures scattered across the monster-infested lands. Meet the natives of Origin Star and the four races that govern the planet. Navigate through deception and conflicts in the world to start or prevent war. Annihilate the Astra and bring new hope for the survivors. In-Depth Strategic Battles Command dozens of unlockable heroes from each race. Personalize your army from infantry, artillery, and tank units. Direct your army into the unknown and strategize against your enemies or overpower them with military might. Seek and destroy other players, capture resources, occupy fortresses, and join alliances. Experience the most exciting real-time war immediately! Build, Design, and Personalize your City Personalize and plan your city using the 4 available architectural styles from each race. Build mega structures like Titan Docks, Research Lab, Intelligence Building, and many more to design your city any way you want. Take Part in Alliance Battles and Become the Ruler of Origin Star Legend has it that whoever ascends the Infinity Throne gains absolute control and power of the entire planet. With the unparalleled power granted by the Throne, one can gain access to the rarest resources and technological advantage. Hunt down the deadliest monsters and defeat the strongest alliances. Earn your right to ascend the throne and become the ruler of Origin Star. Official Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/Nexus-War-105668681957633 Contact us: support.nexuswar@phantixgames.com Nexus War Team Terms of Service: https://www.phantixgames.com/en/article/terms_of_use/ Privacy Policy: https://www.phantixgames.com/en/article/privacy_policy

Screenshots

Nova4 screens
Nexus War4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Nexus War at weekly against Nova's every 3 weeks. Nexus War also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). Nova's advantage is chart position (#143 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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

Both are free to download. Nova sells 16 one-off in-app purchases and Nexus War sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Nova against 4.6 for Nexus War. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4K and 3.4K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 58% of Nova's written reviews are positive against 55% of Nexus War's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Nova ships an update every 3 weeks, Nexus War weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Nova versus Nexus War: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNovaNexus War
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (4K ratings) — better4.6 (3.4K ratings)
Positive reviews58.2% of reviews — better55.4% of reviews
Number of ratings4K — better3.4K
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#143 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2.2 GB223 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperSTONE3 PTE. LTD.Phantix Games

Customer experience

Nova

All ratings3,970 ratings
Positive93.6%
Neutral2.7%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews739 reviews
Positive58.2%
Neutral7.4%
Negative34.4%

Nexus War

All ratings3,351 ratings
Positive93.1%
Neutral1.6%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews251 reviews
Positive55.4%
Neutral9.6%
Negative35.1%

User reviews

Nova

From 4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fun, addictive gameplay
  • 👍 Decent progression without paying
  • 🎨 Beautiful graphics and atmosphere
  • 💡 Interesting ship building and customization
  • 🌟 Engaging strategy elements

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
  • 🕰️ Slow progression and grindy gameplay
  • 💰 Aggressive monetization and pay-to-win mechanics
  • 🧠 Steep learning curve, lacking tutorials
  • 🤖 Weak and repetitive combat system

Nexus War

From 3.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Engaging gameplay
  • 👍 Welcoming community
  • 🔍 Interesting world-building
  • 🎨 Great graphics
  • 📈 Steady progression

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches
  • 💰 Pay-to-win mechanics
  • 🔍 Overwhelming UI
  • 🕰️ Slow progression for F2P players
  • 🤖 Lack of customer support

Bugs and requests

Nova

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Account loss and data reset issues
  • Inability to load game or access certain features
  • Bugs in alliance and multiplayer functionality
  • Glitches in ship assembly and upgrade process

Requested features

5 requests
  • More in-depth storyline and narrative
  • Improved tutorial and onboarding experience
  • Ability to control ships directly in combat
  • Better balance between free-to-play and paid progression
  • More diverse and challenging PvE content

Nexus War

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent game freezes and crashes
  • Teleportation issues causing lost progress
  • Inability to claim purchased items

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to skip tutorial and cutscenes
  • Resource trading between alliance members
  • More server options for fresh starts
  • Improved anti-bullying measures

In-app purchases

16 purchases

Nova

One-time16
  • Tiny Pack$0.99
  • Special Pack$1.99
  • Daily Pack$2.99
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  • Bonus Pack$4.99
  • Limited Pack III$5.99
  • Medium Pack$9.99
  • Value Pack$14.99
  • Large Pack$19.99
  • Prime Pack$19.99
  • Value Pack$29.99
  • Development Pack 1$39.99
  • Huge Pack$49.99
  • Development Pack 2$54.99
  • Limited Pack II$69.99
  • Limited Pack$79.99
  • Epic Pack$99.99
10 purchases

Nexus War

One-time10
  • Gift A$0.99
  • Gift B$1.99
  • Gift C$2.99
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  • Gift D$4.99
  • Gift E$9.99
  • Gift G$19.99
  • Gift H$24.99
  • Gift K$29.99
  • Gift I$49.99
  • Gift J$99.99

Questions

Is Nova free?
Nova is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Nexus War free?
Nexus War is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Nova or Nexus War?
Nova is rated higher. Nova averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4K ratings, while Nexus War averages 4.6 from 3.4K ratings.
Do Nova or Nexus War have ads?
Neither Nova nor Nexus War shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Nova or Nexus War?
Nova ships an update every 3 weeks, and Nexus War weekly. Most recently, Nova was updated on October 24, 2026 and Nexus War on October 24, 2026.

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