Comparison

Space Runner vs ReLOST

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

Head to head
About

Space Runner

Engage in a retro-style space shooter with endless enemy waves and increasing difficulty. Collect power-ups, unlock unique ships with different bullet and shield colors, and compete for global high scores in this vibrant, colorful game.

Highlights
  • Endless enemy waves
  • Progressive difficulty increase
  • Variety of power-ups
  • Unique ship customization
  • Global high scores
  • Retro graphics
Features
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Space Runner is a "Shoot 'Em Up" style game with a retro vibe! Space Runner features: • Endless waves up enemies that progressively increase in difficulty creating a challenge for any player. • Variety of power-ups that promote fast-paced playing styles and strategies. • Unique graphics rich with color that creates vibrant visuals. • Various ships that allow gameplay with different colored bullets & shields. • Global high scores for a competitive aspect of gameplay. If you have enjoyed Space Runner, please consider leaving a rating and review!

About

ReLOST

Embark on an underground adventure, drilling through layers of earth to discover rare ores and unique monster tablets. Upgrade your drill and character to delve deeper, craft powerful tools, and track your progress through achievements in this engaging excavation game.

Highlights
  • Endless excavation gameplay
  • Discover rare ores and monster tablets
  • Upgrade drills and character stats
  • Craft tools and equipment
  • Track digging progress with achievements
  • Intuitive smartphone controls
Features
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ReLOST is a simple yet deeply engaging game where you drill your way underground. Explore an ever-expanding subterranean world as you search for rare ores and monster tablets, creating your own unique adventure! Features of the Game Endless Excavation Fun Enjoy addictive gameplay as you drill through layers of earth to uncover a variety of ores hidden underground. Discover rare minerals and giant monster tablets that ignite the thrill of exploring the unknown. Not Just Ores!? Monster Tablets Await! Unearth rare and surprising monster tablets! Some are as large as 2×2 blocks, and others possess unique abilities. The more you dig, the more discoveries and surprises await! Evolving Drills, Expanding Adventure Use the ores and materials you collect to upgrade your drill, enabling you to delve even deeper underground. Progress through wooden, stone, and metal drills, each expanding the scope of your exploration. Rich Growth Elements Drill Upgrades: Enhance digging speed and durability. HP Upgrades: Strengthen your character to survive deep underground challenges. Hack-and-Slash Elements: Collect dropped materials to craft powerful tools and equipment! A Base That Supports Your Adventure Efficient Adventure Management Drill Crafting: Create new drills using the materials you find. Drill Upgrades: Use enchanting features to strengthen your gear. Once your preparations are complete, dive back into the mysterious underground world! Collection and Achievement Features Keep Track of Your Digging Progress Your achievements from endless digging are recorded and displayed in a list. Relive the joy of seeing how far you’ve come and what treasures you’ve unearthed! Intuitive Gameplay for Everyone Simple Controls, Deep Experiences Enjoy straightforward, intuitive controls designed for smartphones. From beginners to seasoned players, anyone can easily immerse themselves in this exciting digging experience. Recommended for: Fans of simple, progression-based digging games. Those who love growth elements and hack-and-slash gameplay. Players who enjoy discoveries and collecting rare finds. Anyone looking for a relaxing, mindless gaming experience. Grab your drill and venture into the depths of the unknown underground world!

Screenshots

Space Runner4 screens
ReLOST4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Space Runner at 100% against ReLOST's 50%. Space Runner also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and in-app purchases (none vs 6). ReLOST's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (42 vs 8). On price, ads, monetization model 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

Both are free to download. ReLOST sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Space Runner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Space Runner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ReLOST has 42 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Space Runner's written reviews are positive against 50% of ReLOST's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Space Runner ships an update every 3 weeks, ReLOST every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Space Runner versus ReLOST: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpace RunnerReLOST
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (8 ratings) — better4.4 (42 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better50.5% of reviews
Number of ratings842 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size195 MB242 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperAndrew GarofaloPONIX LLC

Customer experience

Space Runner

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

ReLOST

All ratings42 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral2.4%
Negative11.9%
Written reviews105 reviews
Positive50.5%
Neutral8.6%
Negative41.0%

Bugs and requests

Space Runner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

ReLOST

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashing on loading screens
  • Inability to exit menus due to ad placement
  • Infinite loading screen after saving and exiting
  • Fishing exclamation point not showing up
  • Connecting/loading issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Craft table item for on-the-go repairs
  • Enchantment to highlight chests and bosses
  • More potion options
  • Varied TNT/explosive options
  • Better in-game guidance for new players

In-app purchases

None

Space Runner

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

ReLOST

One-time6
  • Crystal 10$0.99
  • Crystal 50$4.99
  • Crystal 100$9.99
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  • Crystal 200$19.99
  • Crystal 400$39.99
  • Crystal 1000$99.99

Questions

Is Space Runner free?
Space Runner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ReLOST free?
ReLOST is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Space Runner or ReLOST?
Space Runner is rated higher. Space Runner averages 5.0 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while ReLOST averages 4.4 from 42 ratings.
Do Space Runner or ReLOST have ads?
Both Space Runner and ReLOST show ads.
Which is updated more often, Space Runner or ReLOST?
Space Runner ships an update every 3 weeks, and ReLOST every 2 days. Most recently, Space Runner was updated on November 3, 2026 and ReLOST on November 8, 2026.

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