Comparison

VectorBattle vs Maelstrom

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

Head to head
About

VectorBattle

Features
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VECTOR BATTLE - THE ULTIMATE RETRO ARCADE EXPERIENCE Step into the neon-lit arcade halls of the 1980s with VectorBattle, a stunning tribute to classic vector graphics gaming. This isn't just another retro game—it's a love letter to the golden age of arcade shooters. ▸ CLASSIC ARCADE ACTION Navigate through increasingly challenging geometric battlefields. Dodge enemy ships, fire with precision, and survive wave after wave of vector-based threats. Every round brings new challenges and faster enemies. ▸ AUTHENTIC VECTOR GRAPHICS Experience the distinctive visual style of classic arcade machines like Tempest and Asteroids. Clean vector lines, glowing trails, and geometric perfection combine to create a mesmerizing retro aesthetic. ▸ MULTIPLE CONTROL STYLES • Touch Buttons - Classic arcade-style controls • Swipe Controls - Modern gesture-based gameplay • Game Controller Support - Full MFi controller compatibility ▸ PROGRESSIVE DIFFICULTY Start easy, master the fundamentals, then face the ultimate challenge: • EASY - Learn the ropes • MEDIUM - Test your skills • HARD - For arcade veterans • EXTREME - Only the best survive ▸ CUSTOMIZABLE EXPERIENCE • Choose from 4 distinct ship designs • Customize your ship's trail color • Enable rapid-fire or auto-fire modes • Toggle screen shake and visual effects • Practice mode for skill building ▸ COMPETE FOR GLORY Track your high scores and compete against yourself. Enter your name like the arcade legends of old—three letters, infinite bragging rights. ▸ IMMERSIVE AUDIO Original synthesizer soundtrack and authentic arcade sound effects transport you straight back to the 80s. ▸ NO ADS, NO SUBSCRIPTIONS Pure arcade gaming without interruptions. One unlock, endless retro action. Whether you're a veteran gamer who remembers pumping quarters into cabinet machines, or a newcomer discovering the timeless appeal of vector graphics, VectorBattle delivers addictive, challenging, and beautiful arcade action. The high score table is waiting. Can you claim the top spot? INSERT COIN TO CONTINUE...

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Maelstrom

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Enter the vector storm. Maelstrom: Vector Arcade is a fast, score-driven arcade shooter built around shifting geometric webs. Swipe around each web, fire into its lanes, and destroy incoming enemies before they reach your ship. Every level brings a new shape, rhythm, and tactical challenge. Survive escalating waves, unleash ZAP when the screen becomes overwhelming, and enter OVERDRIVE for an even more intense run. FEATURES • Fast swipe-and-fire controls • A wide variety of distinctive vector webs • Escalating enemy waves and hazards • ZAP emergency weapon • OVERDRIVE mode • Optional rewarded continue • Local high-score chasing • English, Spanish, Hindi, Korean, and Japanese support How long can you survive the vector storm?

Screenshots

VectorBattle4 screens
Maelstrom4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Maelstrom at none against VectorBattle's 1. Maelstrom also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). VectorBattle's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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. VectorBattle sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Maelstrom asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
VectorBattle versus Maelstrom: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVectorBattleMaelstrom
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 2 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB17 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperRalf LanghoffJohn Verco

In-app purchases

1 purchases

VectorBattle

One-time1
  • Full Version$0.99
None

Maelstrom

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VectorBattle free?
VectorBattle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Maelstrom free?
Maelstrom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VectorBattle or Maelstrom have ads?
Maelstrom shows ads; VectorBattle does not.

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