Comparison

Astro Glider vs The Cipher Core

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

Head to head
About

Astro Glider

Features
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Are you ready to navigate the universe, conquer its dangers, and discover its secrets? Explore the mysteries of the cosmos by portal hopping in your own spaceship in Astro Glider today. Experiment with wild futuristic technologies to enhance your ship and stay out of danger! Collect mysterious resources for points to grow your high scores! Dodge, outmanoeuvre, and defeat interdimensional threats while bending time itself to ensure your survival. Personalize your gameplay with stunning ship skins, mesmerizing engine trails, radiant auras, and exclusive music packs from the Astro Glider Original Soundtrack. Level up and unlock more and more rewards! Find your path, then find it again. Play Astro Glider NOW! OFFLINE & NO THIRD PARRY ADS!

About

The Cipher Core

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[Intro: The Hook] "I see all. You cannot hide." In a world governed by total surveillance, the ultimate AI—The Panopticon—controls every breath you take. As a Commander of the underground resistance, you must synchronize with elite agents, master the Cipher Core, and reclaim humanity’s freedom from the neon-lit shadows of the orbital stations. Experience a breathtaking Sci-Fi Action RPG that blends stylish anime visuals with high-octane combat. [Key Features] EXPLOSIVE ARPG COMBAT Engage in fast-paced, side-scrolling battles. Chain together devastating skills, perform perfect dodges, and unleash ultimate abilities to shatter colossal mechanical bosses. STUNNING ANIME AESTHETICS Dive into a beautifully rendered cyberpunk world. From high-detail 3D character models to vibrant futuristic landscapes, every frame is designed for a cinematic experience. DEFEAT THE ALL-SEEING Face off against massive enemies like The Panopticon. Learn their patterns, exploit their weaknesses, and prove that no machine can match the human spirit. CUSTOMIZE YOUR SQUAD Collect and upgrade a diverse roster of agents. Equip them with powerful gear and optimize their Cipher Cores to create the ultimate fighting force. AN EPIC SCI-FI ODYSSEY Journey through space stations, dystopian cities, and digital frontiers. Uncover a deep narrative filled with mystery, betrayal, and hope. [Call to Action] The eye is watching. Will you bow down, or will you break the system? Download The Cipher Core today and join the rebellion!

Screenshots

Astro Glider4 screens
The Cipher Core4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Cipher Core at none against Astro Glider's 10. The Cipher Core also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Astro Glider sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. The Cipher Core asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Astro Glider versus The Cipher Core: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAstro GliderThe Cipher Core
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size480 MB2.6 GB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperAlex ODonnellCLOUD SOFTWARE STUDIO LLC

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Astro Glider

One-time10
  • Astrocoin Stash$1.99
  • Stockpile of Astrocoin$3.99
  • Astro Glider Premium$3.99
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  • Chest of Echogems$4.99
  • Shipment of Astrocoin$6.99
  • Mini Bundle$6.99
  • Mega Chest of Echogems$7.99
  • Vault of Astrocoin$9.99
  • Mega Bundle$14.99
  • Astro Bundle$19.99
None

The Cipher Core

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Astro Glider free?
Astro Glider is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is The Cipher Core free?
The Cipher Core is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Astro Glider or The Cipher Core have ads?
Neither Astro Glider nor The Cipher Core shows ads.

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