Galaxy Attack vs Squadaga
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Galaxy Attack
Engage in an intense space battle as a warrior defending the galaxy from alien invaders. Use your energy ball and arsenal to destroy enemy ships, collect power-ups, and defeat formidable boss vessels. Immerse yourself in mesmerizing interstellar environments and prove your skills to save the universe.
- Space warrior role
- Energy ball weapon
- Power-up collection
- Boss ship battles
- Interstellar environments
- Level progression
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Welcome to an exhilarating interstellar adventure! In this action-packed game, you'll take on the role of a brave space warrior, armed with an energy ball and a powerful arsenal of weapons. Your mission? To defend the galaxy against a fleet of menacing alien spaceships. As you embark on your journey, you'll encounter waves of enemy spacecraft, each more challenging than the last. Your trusty energy ball will be your primary tool for destruction. Launch it strategically to break apart the enemy ships, aiming to dismantle them piece by piece. With each successful hit, the fragments will scatter, weakening the enemy's defense and bringing you closer to victory. But it's not just about raw firepower. To enhance your fighting capabilities, you can collect coins scattered throughout the battlefield. These valuable coins can be exchanged for power-ups, granting you additional abilities and boosting your chances of success. Whether it's a shield to protect you from enemy fire, the power-ups will give you the edge you need in this cosmic showdown. While most enemy ships can be dispatched with skill and precision, beware of the formidable boss ships that will occasionally emerge. These colossal vessels are equipped with powerful weapons and, making them incredibly challenging to defeat. However, with quick reflexes, strategic thinking, and the right combination of power-ups, you can overcome these imposing adversaries and claim victory. Prepare yourself for an immersive and intense gaming experience as you navigate through mesmerizing interstellar environments. With each level you conquer, and the battles will become more intense. Will you have what it takes to emerge as the ultimate space warrior and save the galaxy from the clutches of the alien invaders? Gather your wits, hone your skills, and embark on this epic space adventure. The fate of the universe rests in your hands!
Squadaga
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Defeating enemies is only the beginning. Capture them, recruit them, and fight together! SQUADAGA is a retro pixel shooter built around a unique capture system. ■ CAPTURE & SQUAD Collect capture items dropped by defeated enemies to convert them into allies. Allies fight alongside you automatically, and the right combination triggers powerful formation skills. ■ 16 SHIPS Fighter, Tank, Speed, Capture — 16 ships derived from 4 base types. Each has unique stats and an ultimate ability. ■ FORMATION SKILLS Pierce Laser, Bullet Storm, Healing Wave, Omega Strike, and more — 6 formation skills that auto-charge when your squad meets the right conditions. ■ ULTIMATE ABILITIES Every 10 waves, gain an ultimate charge to turn the tide. Each ship type unleashes a different devastating ability. ■ CHALLENGE & COMPETE - Endless waves and bosses that grow stronger - Global leaderboard - Daily challenges with unique modifiers - 50+ achievements to unlock ■ DIVERSE ENEMIES From Beetles, Squids, Moths, and Scarabs to Bombers, Splitters, Teleporters, and Healers. Elite variants and 5 boss types await. ■ PROGRESSION Spend coins earned in battle on permanent upgrades. Damage, fire rate, shield duration, magnet range, and more — 15 upgrades to master. Retro pixel art × chiptune soundtrack × strategic capture mechanics. Assemble your squad and launch into space!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Squadaga at none against Galaxy Attack's 9. Galaxy Attack's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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. Galaxy Attack sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Squadaga asks for nothing beyond the download.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly daily. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Galaxy Attack | Squadaga |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Daily | Daily |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 64 MB | 121 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Hoang Thi Na | Taehyung Kim |
In-app purchases
Galaxy Attack
- 1000 Coins$0.99
- RemoveAds$1.99
- Zenmode$1.99
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- 3150 Coins$2.99
- RemoveAds Plus$3.99
- 5500 Coins$4.99
- Increase MaxLives from 2 to 5$5.99
- 12000 Coins$9.99
- 39000 Coins$29.99
Squadaga
No in-app purchases
Questions
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