Comparison

Space War vs Starbase Adventures

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

Head to head
About

Space War

Pilot a starship through intense space battles against alien invaders. Customize your ship with powerful upgrades and engage in thrilling arcade-style combat. Team up with friends in multiplayer mode for the ultimate galactic defense.

Highlights
  • Wing fighter piloting
  • Alien invasion battles
  • Ship customization and upgrades
  • 80s arcade-inspired gameplay
  • Multiplayer battles
  • Boss fights
Features
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Welcome to the ultimate space adventure with our latest mobile game for iOS, Space War - Space Force 3D. Prepare to engage in thrilling battles as you pilot your own wing fighter through the depths of the galaxy, facing off against relentless waves of alien invaders in this classic 80s arcade-inspired experience. As a seasoned starship pilot, you'll be tasked with defending the galaxy from the menacing forces of the alien horde. Blast your way through swarms of enemies in intense space shooter gameplay reminiscent of beloved titles like Galaxiga and Space Invaders. With the precision of a seasoned falcon, maneuver your spacecraft through asteroid fields and enemy fire, dodging attacks while delivering devastating counterattacks. Customize your starship with powerful weaponry and upgrades, including lasers, missiles, and shields, to enhance your combat capabilities and ensure victory in every encounter. Immerse yourself in the nostalgia of 80s arcade games as you embark on missions inspired by classics like Contra and 1945 Air Force, facing off against challenging bosses and hordes of enemy spacecraft. Experience the thrill of multiplayer battles as you join forces with fellow starship troopers to take on the alien threat together. Form alliances, strategize your attacks, and dominate the leaderboard as you prove your prowess in the ultimate test of skill and teamwork. With stunning graphics and immersive sound effects, Space War - Space Force 3D delivers an authentic arcade experience that will keep you coming back for more. Whether you're a fan of classic arcade games, airplane games for kids, or just looking for an adrenaline-pumping space shooter adventure, this game has something for everyone. Download now and join the fight for the fate of the galaxy in Space War - Space Force 3D Experience the excitement of arcade classics like Tetris and Atari Kaboom, fused with the intense action of modern aircraft games and space shooter games. Blast off into the cosmos and become the hero the galaxy needs!

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Starbase Adventures

Features
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Command your own Star Trek-inspired starbase. Pilot original 3D Star Trek-style ships, run tactical bridge missions, and build a fleet worthy of the stars in this premium Star Trek mobile game. Starbase Adventures blends space strategy, arcade mini-games, tactical puzzles, Star Trek starship collection, and command progression into one sci-fi experience for every Star Trek captain. Play in short sessions, unlock new starships, personalize your command, and build a lasting record across a living Star Trek-style universe. COMMAND YOUR STAR TREK STARBASE Begin at an orbital hub built around your active flagship. Travel between command, science, engineering, tactical, transporter, Dilithium, Fleet, Captain, and Holodeck areas, each linked to a challenge, record, reward, or customization option. RUN STAR TREK BRIDGE MISSIONS Report to Operations and follow sector routes filled with tactical, scientific, engineering, and command challenges, like a Star Trek captain on the bridge. Activities include: • Tactical energy-routing puzzles • 12-card and 16-card memory challenges • Shield-frequency calibration • Targeting and firing solutions • Sensor sweeps and cloaked-threat detection • Tactical grid and defense scenarios Activities are built for focused mobile play: complete a quick mission, beat a personal best, continue an operation chain, or chase a weekly goal. Choose Routine, Advanced, or Elite difficulty. Time, accuracy, and decisions affect your score. BUILD YOUR STAR TREK FLEET Visit Fleet Hangar to browse original Star Trek-style starships, inspect them in 3D, review specs, and choose your active flagship. • Rotate, zoom, and view ships from multiple angles • Unlock vessels through progression and achievements • Review ship roles, readiness, and service history • Favorite ships and filter your collection • Apply compatible hull finishes and engine effects TRAIN, RECORD & LEAD Bridge Simulator includes a Tactical Puzzle and a Memory Matrix with separate 12-card and 16-card modes. Track personal bests, complete Daily Bridge Drills, and improve across difficulties. Captain's Log lets you create written entries, record voice logs, save mission reflections, and link entries to operations or battle records. Soundboard lets you play bridge commands, activate ambient environments, and create short Command Sequences. Fleet Records brings together personal bests, game results, Captain's Log stats, Soundboard milestones, Fleet Honors, and Service Timeline events. Command Lounge adds daily briefings, command decisions, officer reports, weekly goals, and a leadership profile shaped by your choices. PROGRESS AND CUSTOMIZE Earn permanent Latinum through activities and claim-once rewards. Use Dilithium for visual personalization and cosmetics. Improve your Service Level, build Command Authority, and expand your collection. Use Dilithium to unlock Captain portraits, profile frames, emblems, interface themes, hull finishes, and engines. Cosmetics are visual only, with no gameplay advantage. STARBASE PRO Optional Starbase Pro access may unlock premium features and extra customization in the app. Monthly, yearly, and lifetime options may be available, with Dilithium packs. Purchases are optional. Progression is based on your activity and skill. HOLODECK The Holodeck previews future immersive simulations, alien environments, and cinematic Star Trek-style sci-fi scenarios. AN ORIGINAL STAR TREK-INSPIRED UNIVERSE All ships, stations, emblems, locations, officer concepts, and interface designs are original. Starbase Adventures is an original Star Trek-inspired command game for fans of Star Trek, not affiliated with or endorsed by any studio or franchise. ASSUME COMMAND Launch your first operation, train on the bridge, build your Star Trek fleet, and shape your command story among the stars. Your starbase is waiting, Captain. Privacy Policy: https://cevik10.github.io/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://cevik10.github.io/terms.html

Screenshots

Space War4 screens
Starbase Adventures4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Space War at Free against Starbase Adventures's $1.99. Space War also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). Starbase Adventures's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On update cadence, in-app purchases 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

Space War is free to download; Starbase Adventures costs $1.99 up front. Space War sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Starbase Adventures sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Space War ships an update every 4 days, Starbase Adventures every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Space War versus Starbase Adventures: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpace WarStarbase Adventures
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size192 MB99 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMatiby LLCHakan Cevik

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Space War

One-time4
  • 1000 Coins$0.29
  • 2000 Coins$0.49
  • 3000 Coins$0.69
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  • 4000 Coins$0.89
7 purchases

Starbase Adventures

Subscriptions2
  • Starbase Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Starbase Pro Yearly$34.991 Year
One-time5
  • 100 Dilithium Crystals$1.99
  • Dilithium 300$2.99
  • Dilithium 750$5.99
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  • Dilithium 2000$9.99
  • Starbase Pro Lifetime$69.99

Questions

Is Space War free?
Space War is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Starbase Adventures free?
Starbase Adventures costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Space War or Starbase Adventures have ads?
Space War shows ads; Starbase Adventures does not.
Which is updated more often, Space War or Starbase Adventures?
Space War ships an update every 4 days, and Starbase Adventures every 2 days. Most recently, Space War was updated on October 10, 2026 and Starbase Adventures on October 15, 2026.

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