Shields Defend vs Survanoid
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Shields Defend
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Get the highest score on this arcade game. Rotate the shields to block bullets (red spheres), but avoid and collect shield restoration (& other) bonuses. Rotation is by tilting the play device. The control scheme can be changed to using touch on left/right side of the device in the settings menu. Collect consecutive shield restoration bonuses to increase score multiplier. Block consecutive bullets with small portions of shield to increase score multiplier.Collect consecutive shield restoration bonuses to increase score multiplier. High scores are saved to Game Center if signed into it. Contains adverts, displayed at the beginning of a game, maximum of one advert for every 10 minutes of gameplay.
Survanoid
Experience a unique blend of Arkanoid and Space Invaders in this space roguelike. Control an Energy Ball to blast through enemy waves, upgrade your ship and weapons, and survive challenging planets. It offers fast-paced action with deep progression for both quick sessions and extended survival runs.
- Bounce and pull Energy Ball
- Endless enemy waves
- Ship and weapon upgrades
- Unlock new weapons
- Battle bosses
- Explore unique planets
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Survive the ultimate space roguelike! A modern fusion of Arkanoid and Space Invaders, where you control an Energy Ball, blast through enemy waves, and rule the universe! Classic arcade gameplay, reimagined! • Bounce your Energy Ball like Arkanoid, pull it back like Thor’s hammer, and unleash destruction! • Face endless waves of enemies in Space Invaders-inspired battles – but this time, you fight back with upgrades! • Upgrade your ship and unlock new weapons to dominate the battlefield! Survival, roguelike, and non-stop action! • Unlock and upgrade powerful weapons – more damage, faster fire rate, better loot collection! • Battle elite enemies and massive bosses with devastating special attacks! • Explore mysterious planets, each with unique visuals and challenges! Retro arcade spirit, modern roguelike bullethell challenge! • Survanoid brings back the golden age of arcade gaming with fast-paced action, deep progression, and a nostalgic yet fresh experience. Whether for a quick session or a deep survival run, this game is your ultimate mobile arcade fix! Are you ready to rule the universe? Download now!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shields Defend at none against Survanoid's 3. Shields Defend also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Survanoid sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Shields Defend asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Shields Defend | Survanoid |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.5 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 days |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 79 MB | 291 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BleatBleat | BeWise s.r.o. |
In-app purchases
Shields Defend
No in-app purchases
Survanoid
- 25 Crystals$0.99
- 150 Crystals$4.99
- 350 Crystals$9.99
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