Stardash vs Boom Mania
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Stardash
Experience a challenging retro platformer with classic gameplay and vibrant pixel art. Master difficult levels with infinite lives, unlock secret areas, and enjoy an authentic chiptune soundtrack. This game offers a rewarding experience for those who love a good challenge.
- Classic platformer gameplay
- Challenging levels
- Infinite lives
- Unlockable temple levels
- Flip-mode challenges
- Retro graphics
- Original chiptune soundtrack
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Not just the looks of a classic game, also the gameplay of a classic platformer. This game is NOT EASY! you have an endless amount of lives, so you can quickly restart a level when you miss a jump, get hit by an enemy, get bitten by a plant, get hit by a spiky-ball, crushed by big statues, run onto spikes, get hit by a wasp, or any of the other many ways you’ll get stopped in your run. BUT when you do complete a level, the rush you get will keep you coming back for more, and more, and more, and.. Unlock special temple levels by finding hidden keys, unlock a flip-mode by completing a level both within the time set, and also by collecting all the coins in a level. Stardash is all about the gameplay thrown at you in awesome retro graphics and original chiptunes. ** OTHERS SAY: "all the ingredients needed for platforming excellence" - iFanzine "Orange Pixel nailed everything they were going for in this veritable symphony of old school gaming." - Appolicious "back to my early years, playing my favorite platform games" - unbound gamer "if you’re not gonna grab this, you will miss something truly wonderful" - app-score
Boom Mania
Embark on a pixel-art adventure inspired by classic bomber games. Blast through explosive worlds, rescue friends, and upgrade your gear in this single-player campaign. Enjoy strategic fun with satisfying explosions and challenging enemies.
- Classic bomber gameplay
- Boss battles
- Gear upgrades
- Procedurally generated levels
- Retro pixel art style
- Controller support
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Ready to become the greatest goblin bomber of all time? In Boom Mania, a premium pixel-art adventure inspired by the timeless Bomberman formula, you’ll blast your way through 9 explosive worlds to rescue your friends from the clutches of the evil lord Xaraxas. This is the Bomber-style single-player campaign you've always wanted—packed with satisfying explosions, tricky enemies, and handcrafted pixel charm. Whether you're a seasoned bomber or new to the genre, Boom Mania delivers fast, strategic fun at your fingertips. Game Features: Classic Bomber Gameplay – Smooth, precise controls optimized for touchscreens (choose between a virtual D-pad or analog stick). Boss Battles – Test your skills against mighty foes in challenging boss fights. Upgrade Your Gear – Unlock powerful bombs, magical items, and sturdy armor. Stars & Objectives – Complete challenges in every level to earn stars and new gear. Procedurally Generated Levels – Every playthrough feels fresh and unpredictable. Retro Pixel Style – Explore vibrant, handcrafted environments filled with charm. Arena Challenges – Face off against clever AI in special bonus levels. Controller Support – Plug in a Bluetooth controller and play the old-school way. One Price, No Ads, No Hassle – Pay once, play forever. No microtransactions. Jump into the action, master your arsenal, and carve your name into goblin legend!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Stardash at every 3 weeks against Boom Mania's every 3 months. Stardash also leads on rating (3.9 vs 3.7) and ratings volume (24 vs 3). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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
Stardash costs $1.99 and Boom Mania $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Stardash holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stardash has 24 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Stardash's written reviews are positive against 67% of Boom Mania's.
Stardash ships an update every 3 weeks, Boom Mania every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Stardash | Boom Mania |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | $1.99 |
| Rating | 3.9 (24 ratings) — better | 3.7 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 69.4% of reviews — better | 66.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 24 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 61 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Pascal Bestebroer | CGE Digital s.r.o. |
Customer experience
Stardash
Boom Mania
Bugs and requests
Stardash
Reported bugs
11 issues- Jump button disappeared after update
- Game crashes on iOS 7
- Doesn't work with iOS 11
- Proximity to enemies kills needs work
- Hit detection is weird
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- Animation could be smoother
- Collision detection needs to be tighter
- Controls broken on iControlPad in iCade mode
- Crash on launch
- Frame rate issues
- Invisible walls for secret areas
Requested features
15 requests- Joystick for movement
- Make Shesan Level 9 easier
- Update for iOS 11 compatibility
- Full screen on iPhone 5
- More sound effects
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- Character upgradable
- Make game compatible with 60beat controller
- Add mega difficulty mode
- Fix achievements
- Move OpenFeint logo
- Rearrange buttons
- More levels
- Add color or costume for character
- Unique control system
- Flip iPad upside down for headphone jack clearance
Boom Mania
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Stardash
No in-app purchases
Boom Mania
No in-app purchases









