# RAYSTORM vs Wreckfest

The clearest difference is rating: RAYSTORM at 4.9 against Wreckfest's 4.2. RAYSTORM also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 11) and review sentiment (83% vs 65%). Wreckfest's advantage is price ($2.99 vs $9.99) and ratings volume (694 vs 12). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

RAYSTORM costs $9.99 and Wreckfest $2.99 up front. Wreckfest sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. RAYSTORM asks for nothing beyond the download.

RAYSTORM holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wreckfest has 694 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of RAYSTORM's written reviews are positive against 65% of Wreckfest's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RAYSTORM | Wreckfest |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **$2.99** |
| Rating | **[4.9 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raystorm/id526687813/reviews)** | [4.2 (694 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wreckfest/id1592505377/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **694** |
| Positive reviews | **83.3% of reviews** | 65.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#2** |
| Size | 97 MB | 1.0 GB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [TAITO Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/305608085) | [THQ Nordic Mobile GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/316574911) |

## What reviewers say

### RAYSTORM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raystorm/id526687813)

Experience a classic arcade shooter with two distinct game modes and customizable shooting methods. Choose from two unique ships, enjoy an enhanced soundtrack, and challenge yourself with multiple difficulty settings. Supports MFi controllers for an authentic arcade feel.

**Highlights:** Two game modes: Remix and Arcade, Auto and Manual shooting options, MFi Bluetooth controller support, Two playable ships with unique abilities, Original and arranged soundtrack options, 8 difficulty modes, Game Center compatibility for rankings and achievements

**In-app purchases:** none


### Wreckfest

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wreckfest/id1592505377)

**Currently charting:** #2 Top Paid · Racing, #10 Top Paid · Action, #28 Top Paid · Games, #47 Top Paid, #63 Top Grossing · Racing (US App Store)

Experience intense demolition derby and no-rules racing with realistic physics. Customize your vehicles with upgrades and armor for unique combat motorsport action. Compete in career modes, challenge modes, and local multiplayer.

**Highlights:** Realistic physics simulation, Deep vehicle customization, Demolition derby arenas, Banger racing, Career mode, Local multiplayer, Unique challenge modes

**Features:** Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Steel & Wheels Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Banger Racing Car Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Modified Monsters Car Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Rusty Rats Car Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| American All-Stars Car Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Getaway Car Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Racing Heroes Car Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Off-Road Car Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Content Bundle 2 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Content Bundle 1 | $10.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 🎮 Great controls with controller support
- 🔥 Impressive graphics and physics
- 💰 Good value for money
- 🎉 Fun and addictive gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔋 Battery draining issues
- 🔍 Lack of online multiplayer
- 🔧 Customization and tuning limitations

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup
- Stuck in reverse issue
- Graphical glitches on certain devices
- Multiplayer server issues

**Requested features**

- Add online multiplayer
- Improve customization options
- Implement cloud save support
- Add more tracks and game modes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RAYSTORM free?

RAYSTORM costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Wreckfest free?

Wreckfest costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, RAYSTORM or Wreckfest?

RAYSTORM is rated higher. RAYSTORM averages 4.9 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Wreckfest averages 4.2 from 694 ratings.

### Do RAYSTORM or Wreckfest have ads?

Neither RAYSTORM nor Wreckfest shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RAYSTORM or Wreckfest?

RAYSTORM ships an update monthly, and Wreckfest monthly. Most recently, RAYSTORM was updated on October 26, 2026 and Wreckfest on October 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*