Comparison

nanoLab Fighter vs Retro

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

Head to head
About

nanoLab Fighter

Features
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A deadly virus is spreading rapidly, and it's up to you to develop the ultimate cure before it's too late. In this top-down arcade shooter game, you'll take command of a nano drone and navigate through various missions to destroy virus cells and complete research tasks. With changing challenges across 14 levels and a captivating graphical story, your innovative approach will be the key to saving humanity. Choose from a selection of 8 unique tools / weapons and a variety of enhancements to create your own gameplay experience. But brute force won't always lead to success – use your tools carefully to avoid collateral damage and complete the mission with precision. With 3 levels of difficulty to choose from, each mission offers a unique gameplay approach that will keep you engaged. The first 7 missions are available to play for free, and the remaining missions can be unlocked with a one-time in-app purchase. There are no ads to interrupt your gameplay experience. Plus, enjoy a nice original soundtrack that complements the game's thrilling gameplay. But beware – not all cells are harmful, and destroying healthy cells can have serious consequences. Navigate your nano drone with accuracy to complete each mission without causing damage. Achievements will be rewarded for exceptional gameplay. Inspired by medical science, this game offers a fictional take on real viruses and methods to fight them. We hope that playing our game will inspire you to explore the fascinating topic of real viruses and their impact on humanity. Don't wait – join the fight against the virus today!

About

Retro

Engage in an arcade-style space shooter with waves of enemies and challenging bosses. Unlock upgrades and master multiple unique ships with stunning pixel art and fast-paced gameplay. It's easy to learn but difficult to master.

Highlights
  • Arcade-style space shooter
  • Battle waves of enemies
  • Face epic bosses
  • Unlock powerful upgrades
  • Stunning pixel art
  • Multiple unique ships
Features
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Take command of your spaceship in this thrilling arcade-style space shooter! Battle waves of enemies, face epic bosses, and unlock powerful upgrades. Featuring stunning pixel art, fast-paced gameplay, and multiple unique ships to master, this game will keep you on the edge of your seat. Perfect for fans of retro arcade games, it’s easy to pick up but hard to master. Can you dominate the galaxy and become the ultimate pilot? Download now and find out!

Screenshots

nanoLab Fighter4 screens
Retro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Retro at none against nanoLab Fighter's 1. Retro also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). nanoLab Fighter's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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. nanoLab Fighter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Retro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

nanoLab Fighter ships an update every 3 months, Retro daily. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
nanoLab Fighter versus Retro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameternanoLab FighterRetro
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsDaily — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS14.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size132 MB163 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSergey GolovenkoBatuhan Yildirim

In-app purchases

1 purchases

nanoLab Fighter

One-time1
  • Unlock all levels$0.99
None

Retro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is nanoLab Fighter free?
nanoLab Fighter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Retro free?
Retro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do nanoLab Fighter or Retro have ads?
Retro shows ads; nanoLab Fighter does not.
Which is updated more often, nanoLab Fighter or Retro?
nanoLab Fighter ships an update every 3 months, and Retro daily. Most recently, nanoLab Fighter was updated on October 15, 2026 and Retro on October 12, 2026.

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