# Retro vs Snowball in Hell

The clearest difference is ads: Snowball in Hell at none against Retro's shown. Snowball in Hell also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Retro's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Retro against 5.0 for Snowball in Hell. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | Retro | Snowball in Hell |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retro-space-attack/id6738591809/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snowball-in-hell/id6743007034/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Daily | — |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 163 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Batuhan Yildirim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780110016) | [Jesse Spiro](https://appshunter.io/developer/415552297) |

## What reviewers say

### Retro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retro-space-attack/id6738591809)

Engage in an arcade-style space shooter with waves of enemies and challenging bosses. Unlock upgrades and master multiple unique ships with stunning pixel art and fast-paced gameplay. It's easy to learn but difficult to master.

**Highlights:** Arcade-style space shooter, Battle waves of enemies, Face epic bosses, Unlock powerful upgrades, Stunning pixel art, Multiple unique ships

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Snowball in Hell

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snowball-in-hell/id6743007034)

Navigate a charming side-scrolling platformer as a small snowball. Master one-thumb controls to guide the character through perilous environments. Enjoy an ad-free and privacy-focused gaming experience.

**Highlights:** Side-scrolling platformer gameplay, Simple one-thumb controls, Escape dangerous terrain, Ad-free experience, No data collection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Retro free?

Retro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Snowball in Hell free?

Snowball in Hell is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Retro or Snowball in Hell?

Retro and Snowball in Hell are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Retro or Snowball in Hell have ads?

Retro shows ads; Snowball in Hell does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*