# Riptide GP2 vs Strike Wing

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Riptide GP2 at 91% against Strike Wing's 42%. Riptide GP2 also leads on price (Free vs $2.99) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). Strike Wing's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On update cadence, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Riptide GP2 is free to download; Strike Wing costs $2.99 up front. Riptide GP2 sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Strike Wing sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Riptide GP2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Riptide GP2 has 7.1K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of Riptide GP2's written reviews are positive against 42% of Strike Wing's.

Riptide GP2 ships an update every 2 months, Strike Wing every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Riptide GP2 | Strike Wing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.8 (7.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riptide-gp2/id662569685/reviews)** | [4.4 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strike-wing-raptor-rising/id715657864/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.1K** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | **90.9% of reviews** | 41.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 83 MB | 107 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Vector Unit](https://appshunter.io/developer/469610085) | [Crescent Moon Games LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/370521012) |

## What reviewers say

### Riptide GP2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riptide-gp2/id662569685)

Experience intense console-quality water racing with rocket-powered hydro jets. Compete in online multiplayer, master a new stunt system, and progress through a career mode with upgrades and unlocks.

**Highlights:** Online multiplayer races, Upgradeable hydro jets and riders, New career mode, Stunt system with new tricks, VR Challenge mode, Total control support (gamepad, tilt, touch)

**Features:** Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bit of Money | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium Mode | $2.99 | one-time |
| Stack of Money | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Money | $9.99 | one-time |
| Serious Money | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mountain of Money | $49.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Money | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent graphics
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Nostalgic and fun
- 👍 Great customization options
- 👍 No ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent stunt registration
- 🐛 Difficulty spikes in later levels
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for new vehicles

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Requested features**

- Add ghost mode to race against personal best times
- Improve online multiplayer connectivity
- Add difficulty settings


### Strike Wing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strike-wing-raptor-rising/id715657864)

Engage in thrilling single-player space combat with sharp controls and stunning visuals. Pilot diverse spacecraft through dynamic missions, from asteroid fields to deep space, and master each ship's unique characteristics. Experience story-driven campaigns and endlessly challenging modes.

**Highlights:** Beautiful space graphics, Fluid virtual stick, accelerometer, or controller support, Engaging story mode, Challenging adaptable missions, Wide array of customizable ships, Apple TV and iCloud support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| F25 Cormoran | $0.99 | one-time |
| Instant Level | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rhino Repair Bot | $0.99 | one-time |
| F37 Sparrow | $1.99 | one-time |
| F35 Eagle | $1.99 | one-time |
| F17 Albatross | $1.99 | one-time |
| 500 Credits Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| S14 Blackwing | $1.99 | one-time |
| I25 Wolf | $2.99 | one-time |
| I7 Armadillo | $3.99 | one-time |
| Instant Levelup x5 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Powerup Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Credits Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| 4000 Credits Pack | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great visuals and graphics
- 👍 Good space combat gameplay
- 👍 Engaging story and missions
- 👍 Improved controls over time
- 👍 Reminiscent of classic space sims

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Tiny fonts are hard to read
- 🐛 Rolling subtitles are difficult to follow
- 🐛 Controls can be awkward/unplayable
- 🐛 Targeting system issues
- 🐛 Enemies fly through asteroids

**Reported bugs**

- Text needs updating
- Rolling subtitles
- Joystick placement issue
- Everything disappears (save data)
- Targeting system doesn't work

**Requested features**

- Make text easier to read
- Stationary subtitles
- Strafing ability
- Customization options
- Open world mode with exploration


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Riptide GP2 free?

Riptide GP2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Strike Wing free?

Strike Wing costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Riptide GP2 or Strike Wing?

Riptide GP2 is rated higher. Riptide GP2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 7.1K ratings, while Strike Wing averages 4.4 from 15 ratings.

### Do Riptide GP2 or Strike Wing have ads?

Riptide GP2 shows ads; Strike Wing does not.

### Which is updated more often, Riptide GP2 or Strike Wing?

Riptide GP2 ships an update every 2 months, and Strike Wing every 3 months. Most recently, Riptide GP2 was updated on October 26, 2026 and Strike Wing on October 26, 2026.

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