Comparison

Space Waves vs Arrow Tap

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

Head to head
About

Space Waves

Dash through a geometric space environment, testing your reflexes and timing across over 80 challenging levels. This rhythm-based arcade game requires precision to navigate obstacles and master flowing momentum. Enjoy addictive gameplay with instant restarts and smooth controls.

Highlights
  • 80+ handcrafted geometric levels
  • Rhythm-based movement
  • Precision reflex challenges
  • Instant restarts
  • Smooth, responsive controls
  • Increasing difficulty
Features
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Space Waves – CrazyGames Dash through space and feel the geometry vibes. Test your reflexes across 80+ levels of rhythm and precision. About the Game: Space Waves is a rhythm-based arcade game that challenges your speed, timing, and focus. Control your arrow through geometric paths filled with obstacles, sharp turns, and rotating traps. Every level is a test of reflexes and reaction time. With more than 80 handcrafted levels, Space Waves combines geometry-inspired design, dashing movement, and flowing momentum to create a satisfying challenge for casual and hardcore players alike. Features: 80+ handcrafted levels with geometric precision Free level selection — play any level, anytime Increasing difficulty with fresh patterns as you progress Instant restarts for fast, addictive gameplay Smooth, responsive controls for precise dashing Rhythm and flow that make every run satisfying How to Play: Move your arrow through each level without crashing into walls, spikes, or moving obstacles. Stages are color-coded by difficulty — from easy green zones to extreme red challenges. Find your rhythm, react quickly, and aim for a perfect run. Tips: Zigzag through narrow spaces for smoother control Master timing on easier levels before tackling hard ones Sync your moves to the rhythm for the smoothest dashes If you enjoy geometry-inspired challenges, rhythm-based movement, and fast arcade action, Space Waves – CrazyGames delivers. Challenge your reflexes, unlock your flow, and conquer the waves. Download Space Waves now and start dashing through 80+ rhythmic levels. Rated for ages 3+ by IGRS (Indonesian Games Rating System).

About

Arrow Tap

Slide blocks in the direction of their arrows to clear them from the grid. This game offers simple yet addictive gameplay with brain-teasing puzzles. Enjoy a clean, minimalist design with satisfying block-sliding action.

Highlights
  • Slide blocks based on arrow direction
  • Clear all blocks from the grid
  • Strategic puzzle-solving
  • Addictive gameplay
  • Minimalist design
Features
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Challenge your mind with Arrow Tap:Block Puzzle! Tap a block, and it will instantly slide in the direction of its arrow. If the path is clear, it escapes the grid! Your goal is simple: strategically tap blocks to remove every single one from the board. Key Features: 1.Simple, Addictive Gameplay: Easy to learn, satisfying to master. 2.Brain-Teasing Puzzles: Think strategically to find the correct tapping order. 3.Minimalist & Smooth: Clean design with satisfying block-sliding action. Download now and start sliding your way to victory!

Screenshots

Space Waves4 screens
Arrow Tap4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Space Waves at 4.7 against Arrow Tap's 3.1. Space Waves also leads on review sentiment (62% vs 22%) and ratings volume (66K vs 1.5K). Arrow Tap's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model 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. Space Waves sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Arrow Tap asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Space Waves holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Space Waves has 66K ratings behind it against 1.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Space Waves's written reviews are positive against 22% of Arrow Tap's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Space Waves versus Arrow Tap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpace WavesArrow Tap
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (66K ratings) — better3.1 (1.5K ratings)
Positive reviews61.6% of reviews — better21.9% of reviews
Number of ratings66K — better1.5K
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationAd-supportedAd-supported
Best chart rank#56 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size206 MB103 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCrazyGames.com允翔 昌

Customer experience

Space Waves

All ratings63,829 ratings
Positive92.2%
Neutral3.5%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews846 reviews
Positive61.6%
Neutral10.9%
Negative27.5%

Arrow Tap

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews306 reviews
Positive21.9%
Neutral8.8%
Negative69.3%

Bugs and requests

Space Waves

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unresponsive controls
  • Levels are impossible
  • Levels are too hard

Requested features

3 requests
  • More music options
  • Level editor
  • Harder levels

Arrow Tap

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Space Waves

One-time8
  • Gem Pouch$1.99
  • No Ads$1.99
  • Power Bundle$2.99
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  • Bundle: Offline Play and No Ads$2.99
  • Offline Play$2.99
  • Gem Bag$4.99
  • Mega Power Bundle$5.99
  • Gem Chest$9.99
None

Arrow Tap

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Space Waves free?
Space Waves is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Arrow Tap free?
Arrow Tap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Space Waves or Arrow Tap?
Space Waves is rated higher. Space Waves averages 4.7 out of 5 from 66K ratings, while Arrow Tap averages 3.1 from 1.5K ratings.
Do Space Waves or Arrow Tap have ads?
Both Space Waves and Arrow Tap show ads.
Which is updated more often, Space Waves or Arrow Tap?
Space Waves ships an update fortnightly, and Arrow Tap fortnightly. Most recently, Space Waves was updated on October 30, 2026 and Arrow Tap on October 28, 2026.

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