Comparison

Pixel Blast Arena vs Alien Barrage

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

Head to head
About

Pixel Blast Arena

Features
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Pixel Blast Arena is a fast-paced, retro-inspired action game that brings classic bomb-based gameplay into a modern, colorful arena. Navigate large scrolling maps, place bombs strategically, destroy obstacles, collect power-ups, and outsmart enemies as explosions ripple across the grid. Every move matters — one wrong step and it’s game over. Designed for smooth touch controls and short, addictive play sessions, Pixel Blast Arena delivers satisfying explosions, charming pixel-style visuals, and classic arcade fun that’s easy to pick up but hard to master. Features • Classic bomb-based gameplay inspired by retro arcade legends • Large scrolling arenas with smooth camera movement • Strategic explosions that destroy walls and defeat enemies • Collectible power-ups that enhance your abilities • Animated pixel-style characters and effects • Clean, intuitive controls optimized for mobile • Portrait and landscape support Whether you’re playing for a quick burst of action or aiming to master every arena, Pixel Blast Arena delivers explosive fun anytime, anywhere.

About

Alien Barrage

Defend Earth from relentless alien invaders in this fast-paced retro arcade shooter. Dodge plasma, collect powerups, and survive challenging boss battles. Compete on global leaderboards for the highest score and wave survived.

Highlights
  • Touch-and-drag controls with automatic firing
  • Endless escalating waves of alien enemies
  • Bonus Rounds and Boss Battles
  • Collectible powerups and screen-clearing bombs
  • Unlockable ships and difficulty modes
  • Game Center leaderboards and achievements
Features
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Defend Earth from endless alien waves in this fast-paced retro arcade shooter. Collect powerups, survive boss battles, and climb the global leaderboards. Touch and drag to move your ship while it fires automatically, dodge incoming plasma, and clear wave after wave of invading aliens before they reach the bottom. What starts as a classic arcade battle quickly escalates into a tougher survival challenge, with faster enemies, more pressure, and bigger rewards the longer you last. Alien Barrage mixes traditional formation-based waves with special events that keep every run fresh. Every 4th level is a Bonus Round, where aliens break formation and streak across the screen in unpredictable patterns for extra points. Every 7th level is a Boss Level, featuring a massive enemy that absorbs heavy damage, fires missiles, and gets tougher each time it returns. Powerups can turn the tide in an instant. Collect Rapid Fire to double your fire rate, Spread Shot to blast multiple enemies at once, Shield to absorb a hit, and Extra Life to stay in the fight longer. When things get desperate, unleash a bomb to clear the screen and save your run. Choose how you want to play with Easy, Normal, and Hard difficulty modes, each offering a different challenge level and score potential. Fly the default Classic Ship or unlock the Dual Cannon ship for permanent double firepower. Compete on Game Center leaderboards for top score and highest wave survived, challenge your friends, and unlock achievements as you play. Whether you want a quick arcade session or a long high-score grind, Alien Barrage delivers classic shooter action with modern progression and competitive replay value. Features: - Touch-and-drag controls with automatic firing - Endless escalating waves of alien enemies - Bonus Rounds every 4th level - Boss battles every 7th level - UFO encounters, swooping aliens, and missile attacks - Four powerups: Rapid Fire, Spread Shot, Shield, and Extra Life - Screen-clearing bombs for clutch moments - Classic Ship plus unlockable Dual Cannon ship - Game Center leaderboards and achievements - Three difficulty modes for casual play or hardcore score chasing

Screenshots

Pixel Blast Arena4 screens
Alien Barrage4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pixel Blast Arena at none against Alien Barrage's 6. Pixel Blast Arena also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Alien Barrage sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Pixel Blast Arena asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pixel Blast Arena ships an update every 4 days, Alien Barrage every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Pixel Blast Arena versus Alien Barrage: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPixel Blast ArenaAlien Barrage
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.617.6
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB45 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperMircea Maziluarnold biffna

In-app purchases

None

Pixel Blast Arena

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Alien Barrage

One-time6
  • 3 Revives$0.99
  • 10 Revives$1.99
  • 10 Extra Bombs.$1.99
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  • Dual Shooter Ship$2.99
  • 40 revives$4.99
  • 100 Revives$9.99

Questions

Is Pixel Blast Arena free?
Pixel Blast Arena is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Alien Barrage free?
Alien Barrage is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pixel Blast Arena or Alien Barrage have ads?
Neither Pixel Blast Arena nor Alien Barrage shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pixel Blast Arena or Alien Barrage?
Pixel Blast Arena ships an update every 4 days, and Alien Barrage every 3 months. Most recently, Pixel Blast Arena was updated on October 6, 2026 and Alien Barrage on October 22, 2026.

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