Comparison

Retro Synth vs Core Arcade

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

Head to head
About

Retro Synth

Features
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Retro Synth brings 10 retro arcade games into one polished experience. Play Blockfall Prime, Pitfall Neon, Snake Flux, Livingstone X, Bubble Core, Brick Pulse, Astro Raid, Void Drift, Neon Pong, and Memory Matrix. Every run earns Score, converts to Flux, and helps you unlock new games. Rotate between titles to build chain bonuses and speed up global progression. Key features: - 10 arcade games with one cohesive visual style - Flux economy, chain streaks, and progressive unlocks - Dynamic difficulty and touch-first controls - Fast, replayable sessions with classic arcade feel - Mobile-first design with clean, premium UI If you love retro gameplay with modern pacing, Retro Synth is for you.

About

Core Arcade

Features
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Your phone becomes a pocket game console. Console Game packs 12 original arcade experiences into one polished library. Jump between quick sessions, discover different genres, and launch straight into gameplay with responsive on-screen controls. INCLUDES 12 GAMES Snake Ball Bounce Breakout Alien wave shooter Number Merge Meteor Run Signal Match Minefield Orbit Guard Hyper Gate Pulse Lock Skyline Stack WHY PLAY CONSOLE GAME One app, many game styles: arcade, puzzle, shooter, reflex, strategy Instant launch flow from the library to gameplay Adaptive challenge tuning to help you improve while staying engaged Console-style interface designed for iPhone and iPad Touch-first controls with a familiar D-pad and action button layout Progress tracking across your sessions PLAY YOUR WAY Use quick runs to chase high scores, improve your timing, and master each gameโ€™s mechanics. Whether you want a 2-minute break or a longer session, Console Game is built for smooth, pick-up-and-play fun. Download now and start your next run.

Screenshots

Retro Synth4 screens
Core Arcade4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Retro Synth at none against Core Arcade's 4. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Core Arcade sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Retro Synth asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 5 level
Retro Synth versus Core Arcade: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRetro SynthCore Arcade
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyโ€”Every 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size4 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSANTIAGO MARTINEZ ANTEQUERAJose Blanco

In-app purchases

None

Retro Synth

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Core Arcade

Subscriptions2
  • Arcade Plus Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Arcade Plus Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • 14 Day Free TrialFree
  • Remove Ads Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is Retro Synth free?
Retro Synth is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Core Arcade free?
Core Arcade is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Retro Synth or Core Arcade have ads?
Both Retro Synth and Core Arcade show ads.

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