Comparison

Shockbot vs Recontroller

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

Head to head
About

Shockbot

Embark on a mission to reclaim Earth from interdimensional monsters. Wield a precision blaster and a devastating Shock Attack to defeat foes and face a colossal mechanical beast in this action-packed platformer.

Highlights
  • Run-and-gun action
  • Precision blaster combat
  • Devastating Shock Attack
  • Antigravity platforming
  • Epic boss battles
  • Pulsing drum and bass soundtrack
Features
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In the near future, the scientists of Earth have ripped open a portal to another dimension after a high-energy physics experiment has gone horribly wrong. Grotesque monsters from another world have poured into our realm, and all of humankind has fled the planet in fear, unable to fend off the invaders. Enter Shockbot, humanity's last hope for reclaiming their home world. Shockbot is armed with a high precision blaster capable of vaporizing menacing invaders, as well as a devastating Shock Attack to wipe the area clear of foes. Orchestrating the invasion is Ultramech, a powerful hybrid mechanical beast of imposing size, armed with a terrifying laser cannon. Shockbot must destroy Ultramech to put a halt to Earth's invasion, trekking from the insertion point in Horizon City, through monster-infested forests, foreboding caves, an industrial wasteland, to a dreamy cyberpunk skyline. This run-and-gun platformer is reminiscent of classic 16-bit shooters and includes a half a dozen varied and exciting stages, fast-paced action, a cool Shock Attack mechanic to wipe all the enemies off screen, antigravity platforming challenges, and an epic boss battle at the end, all with a pulsing drum and bass soundtrack.

About

Recontroller

Experience a unique shooting game blending retro pixel art with sci-fi visuals. Anticipate enemy fire from the depth of the screen while engaging in fast-paced combat. Level up frequently to enhance abilities and enjoy satisfying hits.

Highlights
  • 2D and 3D graphics blend
  • Nostalgic pixel art with sci-fi visuals
  • Anticipate bullets from screen depth
  • Frequent level-ups and ability enhancements
  • Simple tap and stick controls
  • Satisfying hit sensation
Features
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Recontroller is a shooting game that integrates 2D and 3D graphics, offering beautiful yet nostalgic visuals with simple gameplay. Players progress through stages by shooting various types of bullets to defeat enemies. Defeating enemies grants experience points, with level-ups enhancing the player's abilities. Each stage features four types of enemies and bosses, each with unique characteristics. --- Features of this game is --- - Pixel graphics combined with a vintage TV filter evoke a sense of nostalgia - Sci-fi inspired visuals - Innovative design in the shooting game genre - Satisfying impact with every hit - Frequent opportunities for level up - Intuitive and simple controls --- Bullets Coming from the Depth --- The trajectory of enemy bullets, originating from the depth of the screen, can be anticipated by the trails of light, providing a new shooting game experience. Players need to be aware of the bullets approaching from the depth while dealing with the enemy fire at the forefront. --- Retro × Sci-Fi Graphics --- The game boasts graphics that balance retro pixel art with a futuristic, sci-fi ambiance, offering a unique and mysterious gaming experience. --- Addictive Hit Sensation and Growth Realization --- Players can enjoy the pleasure of defeating multiple enemies at once. Frequent leveling up allows for continuous play without boredom due to the enhancement of performance. --- Simple control --- "Recontroller" is shooter with simple control. You can shoot by tapping the left side of screen and move the character using the stick in the right side of screen. SNS X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/Tomii172848332 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiiiikt/

Screenshots

Shockbot4 screens
Recontroller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Recontroller at none against Shockbot's 4. Recontroller also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 days). Shockbot's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (17 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, ads 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. Shockbot sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Recontroller asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Shockbot holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shockbot has 17 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 50% and 50% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shockbot ships an update every 6 days, Recontroller every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Shockbot versus Recontroller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShockbotRecontroller
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (17 ratings) — better4.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings17 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 6 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB100 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperGlowmatic LLCTomoya Uchiike

Customer experience

Shockbot

All ratings17 ratings
Positive82.4%
Neutral5.9%
Negative11.8%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative37.5%

Recontroller

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Shockbot

One-time4
  • No Ads$0.99
  • Buy 50 Atoms$0.99
  • Buy 500 Atoms$4.99
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  • Buy 2000 Atoms$9.99
None

Recontroller

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Shockbot free?
Shockbot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Recontroller free?
Recontroller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Shockbot or Recontroller?
Shockbot is rated higher. Shockbot averages 4.4 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while Recontroller averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Shockbot or Recontroller have ads?
Both Shockbot and Recontroller show ads.
Which is updated more often, Shockbot or Recontroller?
Shockbot ships an update every 6 days, and Recontroller every 2 days. Most recently, Shockbot was updated on September 11, 2026 and Recontroller on June 1, 2026.

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