Silkstar vs AstroDash
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Silkstar
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Silkstar is a fast arcade game about steering a spider, firing charged webs and keeping your run alive. TWO WAYS TO PLAY ⢠CLASSIC ā Eat bugs to earn time, build combos, choose upgrades and chase a high score. ⢠NEST SIEGE ā Protect six eggs through escalating waves, repair the nest and prepare between rounds. BUILD EACH RUN ⢠Move with one thumb and charge web shots with the other. ⢠Choose stat upgrades and collect powers from Common to Mythic. ⢠Bank 12 rare Ultimates and arrange a three-slot loadout in the Armory. ⢠Learn the patterns and weak points of nine different bosses. COMPETE AND PROGRESS ⢠Open the global rankings directly from the RANKS button. ⢠Compare Classic scores and Nest Siege waves on two Game Center leaderboards. ⢠Complete 21 achievements and earn XP, coins, daily quests and lifetime records. MAKE IT YOURS ⢠Explore eight arenas, each with distinct scenery, hazards and music. ⢠Earn spider skins, trails, effects, themes, music, voices and permanent charms. ⢠Unlock every gameplay item through play. NO ADS. NO PURCHASES. NO TRACKING. Silkstar works offline, requires no account and stores progress on the device. Game Center is optional. Designed by Josh Seabright.
AstroDash
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AstroDash: The Ultimate Space Arcade Challenge! Get ready to navigate the depths of space in AstroDash, a fast-paced, addictive arcade shooter where your reflexes are everything! How to Play: Take control of your spaceship and fend off waves of incoming asteroids. Use your precision shooting to blast debris, collect valuable coins, and pick up powerful items like magnets and shields to boost your survival. Key Features: ⢠Simple & Intuitive: Easy-to-learn controls designed for mobile gaming. Just move and fire! ⢠Addictive Gameplay: Challenge yourself to beat your high score and survive as long as possible. ⢠Play Anywhere, Anytime: AstroDash works perfectly offline. No internet connection is required to enjoy the game. ⢠Optional Power-ups: Watch a quick, rewarded video ad only if you choose to continue your run after a crash. We respect your experience ā you have full control. ⢠Retro Vibes: Enjoy a classic, nostalgic pixel-art space aesthetic. Do you have what it takes to master the void? Download AstroDash now and prove your skills in the stars!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Silkstar at none against AstroDash's shown. Silkstar also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 days). AstroDash's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Silkstar ships an update daily, AstroDash every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Silkstar | AstroDash |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Daily ā better | Every 2 days |
| Ads | No ā better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod ā better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 ā better |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 97 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Oliver Anwyll | BESAT ARIF CINGAR |
In-app purchases
Silkstar
No in-app purchases
AstroDash
No in-app purchases









