Comparison

Retro Blasters vs Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter

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

Head to head
About

Retro Blasters

Experience classic arcade action with modern graphics and sound. This game reimagines beloved retro titles for an intense, fast-paced adventure.

Highlights
  • Classic arcade gameplay
  • Modern graphics
  • Enhanced sound effects
  • Action-packed experience
Features
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Blast into a fast, score-chasing space battle. Dodge enemy fire, weave through waves of attackers, and unleash fireballs and shockwaves when the screen fills with danger. FEATURES • Fast, classic arcade-shooter action • Fireballs and screen-clearing shockwaves • Short runs with instant restarts • High-score chasing and Game Center competition • Multiple ship skins • Optional Support Pack with bonuses and no ads • Free to download on iPhone and iPad

About

Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter

Features
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THE INVASION HAS BEGUN. EARTH'S LAST DEFENSE IS YOU. Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter brings the legendary arcade experience to your fingertips. Pilot your starfighter against relentless waves of alien invaders in a neon-drenched battle for survival. Every wave hits harder. Every second counts. CLASSIC ARCADE COMBAT, REIMAGINED - Command your starfighter against 28 alien invaders per wave - Face 3 deadly alien species: Squids (40 pts), Crabs (30 pts), and Octopuses (20 pts) - Hunt the Mystery UFO for massive bonus points (100-300 pts) - Protect 4 destructible barrier shields from enemy fire - Authentic formation movement and attack patterns PURE PIXEL ART VISUALS - Hand-crafted pixel art sprites in a striking neon color palette - Glowing green, magenta, cyan, and yellow against the void of deep space - Satisfying particle explosions when you blast enemies to bits - Animated starfield background for cosmic atmosphere INTENSE WAVE-BASED PROGRESSION - Each new wave accelerates enemy speed by 15% - Alien formations march, descend, and fire with increasing aggression - Dynamic difficulty that rewards skilled pilots with higher scores - Procedurally generated mission briefings and combat reports DESIGNED FOR MOBILE - Responsive touch D-pad and fire button built for fast-paced combat - Haptic feedback on every shot, explosion, and game over - Portrait orientation for comfortable one-handed play - Quick 5-15 minute sessions perfect for commutes, breaks, or bedtime battles - Optimized 45 FPS game loop for smooth performance ZERO PAY-TO-WIN - No in-app purchases. No loot boxes. No pay walls. - Pure skill-based arcade action the way it was meant to be played Whether you grew up feeding quarters into arcade cabinets or discovering the thrill of classic shoot-em-ups for the first time, Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter delivers the tension, challenge, and satisfaction of the golden age of gaming -- right in your pocket. The aliens are descending. The barriers are crumbling. Your starfighter is armed and ready. LAUNCH YOUR MISSION NOW.

Screenshots

Retro Blasters4 screens
Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter at none against Retro Blasters's 2. Retro Blasters's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). On price, 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. Retro Blasters sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Retro Blasters ships an update every 2 months, Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Retro Blasters versus Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRetro BlastersRetro Invader Cosmic Shooter
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB40 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperRed Hawk Studios, LLCMasaki Kenneth Micheal Akita

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Retro Blasters

One-time2
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • Support Pack$3.99
None

Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Retro Blasters free?
Retro Blasters is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter free?
Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Retro Blasters or Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter have ads?
Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter shows ads; Retro Blasters does not.
Which is updated more often, Retro Blasters or Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter?
Retro Blasters ships an update every 2 months, and Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter every 7 months. Most recently, Retro Blasters was updated on November 1, 2026 and Retro Invader Cosmic Shooter on November 12, 2026.

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