Comparison

Block Fortress 2 vs Squad explode

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

Head to head
About

Block Fortress 2

Build intricate bases with a vast array of blocks and defenses, then command an army of specialized units. Engage in intense first-person combat to protect your creations from relentless enemies in a dynamic world.

Highlights
  • Block-building and tower defense gameplay
  • FPS/TPS combat
  • Build bases with over 200 block types
  • Deploy specialized soldiers and robots
  • Massive arsenal of weapons and equipment
  • Dynamic environmental hazards
  • Mission builder and sharing
Features
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In Block Fortress 2 you’re not just a soldier, you’re an architect of destruction! Build towering bases, train your army, and prepare for all-out war! Place walls, turrets, traps, and tons of other mechanized defenses to build your base. Deploy an army of specialized soldiers and robots. Then gear up from a massive arsenal of guns and equipment to join the fight to defend your stronghold! Put your skills as a builder, commander, and fighter to the test as you try to fend off the relentless enemies of the Blockverse! Features • A unique mix of block-building, tower defense, and FPS/TPS gameplay! • Complete freedom to build your base however you want, from towering fortresses, to sprawling castles! • Team up with your friends in co-op multiplayer! Play the campaign, create and complete missions, and build in sandbox mode together! • Build more than 200 different block types, including powerful turrets, shield generators, farms, land mines, teleporters, zip lines, and more! • Equip your character with tons of weapons and items, including a rocket launcher, mini-gun, plasma rifle, jet pack, and more! • Choose and deploy an army of specialized soldiers and robots to help you fight! • Survive a dynamic day and night cycle, severe weather, lava, acid, alien monsters, and other environmental hazards! • Several game modes, including sandbox, missions, and survival • Extensive mission builder allows you to create and share your own levels! • 15 different planet biomes to conquer, each with their own hazards! • Take a break from combat and get creative building a home on your command ship • Upload and share your creations and download others! We truly respect your time and support, and we hope you enjoy Block Fortress 2! If you have any questions, suggestions, or need help, please contact us at info@foursakenmedia.com

About

Squad explode

Features
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Lead your squad through fast arena battles built for quick mobile sessions. Dodge enemy fire, collect coins, unlock new heroes, and upgrade weapons as each room pushes more enemies into the fight. Movement stays simple, shots stay readable, and every run gives you a clear path to stronger gear. Clear rooms, survive tougher waves, and keep pushing toward the next boss encounter. Squad explode includes ads and optional rewarded ads. Real-money in-app purchases are not enabled in this build.

Screenshots

Block Fortress 24 screens
Squad explode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Squad explode at none against Block Fortress 2's 9. Squad explode also leads on iOS requirement (13.3 vs 15.6). 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. Block Fortress 2 sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Squad explode asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Block Fortress 2 versus Squad explode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlock Fortress 2Squad explode
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (648 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews84.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings648 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1.9 GB125 MB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperFoursaken MediaMohammed Handa

Bugs and requests

Block Fortress 2

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Ad freezing and no exit button
  • Compatibility issues on older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Multiplayer mode
  • More weapon/block skins

Squad explode

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Block Fortress 2

One-time9
  • Block Bucks - Tiny Stack$0.99
  • Block Bucks - Small Stack$2.99
  • Block Bucks - Stack$4.99
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  • Premium Badge$7.99
  • Block Bucks - Small Pile$7.99
  • Block Bucks - Pile$9.99
  • Block Bucks - Large Pile$19.99
  • Block Bucks - Mountain$49.99
  • Block Bucks - Fortune$99.99
None

Squad explode

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Block Fortress 2 free?
Block Fortress 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Squad explode free?
Squad explode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Block Fortress 2 or Squad explode have ads?
Both Block Fortress 2 and Squad explode show ads.

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