Comparison

TURN. vs レトロインベイダー:昭和ゲームセンター

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

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TURN.

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"Tap and turn left" that's all, but my brain burns. [TURn. ] is an avoidance action game that anyone can play quickly with simple operation. [How to play] Just tap Keep avoiding the approaching objects! Score bonus for "near miss" that graps the last minute [Features] ・Anyone can understand it quickly with 1 tap operation ・As you level up, the appearance pattern increases and the difficulty increases. ・You can get high with the tension of a near miss and a bonus score ・1 play for a short time. Ideal for commuting, rest, and killing time ・"One more time" experience that does not stop updating the best score Only those who can react can survive. Now, let's update the highest score!!

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レトロインベイダー:昭和ゲームセンター

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■ Relive the Golden Age of 1980s Arcades in the Palm of Your Hand Stepping into a dim, buzzing arcade in the 1980s: authentic 8-bit chip tunes echoing through the room, and legions of alien invaders aligned on curved CRT glass. "Retro Alien Invader: 1980s" faithfully recreates that unforgettable tension and pure arcade thrill on your iPhone and iPad. Authentic CRT scanlines, pure real-time synthesized audio, and marching pixel-art aliens descending upon Earth. Close your eyes, and you are transported back in time to the golden era of arcades. ■ Classic Gameplay & Flow Slide your cannon left and right to unleash rapid fire against descending alien armadas. Three distinct alien invaders: higher rows grant higher points. The fleet marches back and forth, gradually descending towards your line. And remember—the fewer aliens remain, the faster they march! Do you remember the adrenaline rush when the final lone invader dashed frantically across the screen at breakneck speed? Mysterious UFOs randomly cruise across the top. Time your shot perfectly to claim massive mystery bonus points! Four defensive bunkers protect your cannon from enemy bombs, but degrade with each hit. Will you play it safe, or strike aggressively? That tactical choice is the true essence of classic arcade gaming. ■ Two Modes: NORMAL & HARD 【NORMAL Mode】 A faithful recreation of the original retro invasion gameplay. Perfect for arcade veterans reliving memories and newcomers alike. 【HARD Mode】 Aggressive enemy barrages with double bullets, faster march speed, and higher UFO appearance rates. Bunker durability is reduced—only true arcade masters can survive! ■ Dedicated CRT Arcade Presentation Authentic CRT scanlines and subtle corner vignette replicate the tactile feeling of vintage arcade monitors. From title screen to Game Over, the retro atmosphere never breaks. ■ 100% Procedural Synthesized Audio Zero pre-recorded audio files. Every sound wave is procedurally generated in real time using AVAudioEngine: ・Laser Shot: High-to-low pitch sweep ・Alien Explosion: Crisp noise burst detonation ・Player Explosion: Low descending shockwave ・Alien March: Rhythmic tempo-synced beats that accelerate automatically ・UFO Siren: Authentic vibrato high-frequency tone ・Wave Clear: Rising C-E-G-C celebratory arpeggio ・Retro BGM: Classic 8-note driving electronic bassline ■ Game Center Leaderboards & Achievements Compete globally on leaderboards for both NORMAL and HARD modes! Unlock 5 classic achievements: ・First Strike: Defeat your first alien invader ・100 Kills: Destroy a total of 100 invaders ・Triple UFO: Shoot down 3 UFOs in a single mission ・Flawless Defense: Clear a wave without taking damage ・10,000 Pts Legend: Reach a score of 10,000 points ■ Universal Support for iPhone & iPad Optimized for iPhone and iPad. On iPad, the alien grid expands with extra columns for a grand-scale planetary battlefield! ■ 100% Free-to-Play Completely free to play. No in-app purchases or paywalls. Supported purely by non-intrusive ads. ■ Recommended For: ・Fans who grew up spending pocket money at 1980s arcades ・Anyone looking to replay the timeless space invader classic ・Lovers of pixel art, chiptunes, and vintage aesthetics ・Players seeking simple yet deep, pure skill-based gameplay ・Anyone looking for a quick, thrilling game during daily breaks ■ Note from the Developer As a kid, clutching a coin from my parents and running to the local arcade—standing in line eagerly waiting for my turn—is a memory I cherish forever. Even on modern smartphone screens, that pure excitement remains timeless. Please enjoy that golden nostalgic thrill once again!

Screenshots

TURN.4 screens
レトロインベイダー:昭和ゲームセンター4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: レトロインベイダー:昭和ゲームセンター at 16.0 against TURN.'s 18.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TURN. ships an update fortnightly, レトロインベイダー:昭和ゲームセンター weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
TURN. versus レトロインベイダー:昭和ゲームセンター: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTURN.レトロインベイダー:昭和ゲームセンター
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSHUNJI KUSAKAMillegrains Co.,ltd.

In-app purchases

None

TURN.

No in-app purchases

None

レトロインベイダー:昭和ゲームセンター

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TURN. free?
TURN. is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is レトロインベイダー:昭和ゲームセンター free?
レトロインベイダー:昭和ゲームセンター is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TURN. or レトロインベイダー:昭和ゲームセンター have ads?
Both TURN. and レトロインベイダー:昭和ゲームセンター show ads.
Which is updated more often, TURN. or レトロインベイダー:昭和ゲームセンター?
TURN. ships an update fortnightly, and レトロインベイダー:昭和ゲームセンター weekly. Most recently, TURN. was updated on October 26, 2026 and レトロインベイダー:昭和ゲームセンター on October 7, 2026.

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