Comparison

Implosion vs Ex Astris

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

Head to head
About

Implosion

Experience console-quality graphics and immersive audio on your mobile device. Battle a mysterious alien life form with advanced weaponry and upgradeable mechs to ensure humanity's survival.

Highlights
  • Console-quality graphics
  • First-class voice acting
  • Hollywood-grade audio production
  • Intuitive touch interface
  • Upgradeable super-tech weaponry
  • ARK Kernel system
Features
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Bringing AAA console gaming experience to mobile devices. Twenty years after the fall of Earth, the remnants of the Human race are once again faced with extinction. The time has come to justify our existence. A mysterious life form known as the XADA squares off against humanity's last weapon - the War-Mech series III battle suit. Features: Stunning console-quality graphics, first-class voice acting and Hollywood-grade audio production. Full orchestral scores masterfully mixed by Grammy Award winner and "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy engineer, John Kurlander. The most intuitive touch user-interface seen on the platform. A vast arsenal of super-tech weaponry at your disposal, upgradable via the streamlined ARK Kernel system. Become the ultimate fusion of Man and Machine. Ensure the survival of the species. - Using iCloud save after login Game Center at Options menu

About

Ex Astris

Embark on an interstellar adventure as an investigator on a tidally locked planet. Explore diverse landscapes, engage in strategic turn-based combat with a unique maneuver system, and uncover the planet's mysteries with a team of companions.

Highlights
  • 3D Sci-Fi Adventure RPG
  • Semi-real-time, turn-based combat
  • Innovative Obscuran Maneuver system
  • World exploration on a tidally locked planet
  • Assemble and empower a team of companions
  • Crafting and puzzle-solving
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When the first satellite passes through the atmosphere, we believe we shall conquer the universe someday. Now I realized, humans are solely extending the boundaries of the earth left the kaleidoscopic world behind. Investigator. Have you ever thought that the mourning sea in front of you has lost its warmth? We are struggling in the shallow waters when tides over the shore. We are stranded on the sandbank when waves recede. Every single star shall rejoice and lament. "Go through the storm and transcend eternity. Bon voyage." Game Features: Ex Astris is a semi-real-time, turn-based 3D RPG. As an investigator, you will delve into the world of Allindo and embark on a wondrous interstellar adventure. #WorldExploration Explore a planet in a tidally locked orbit, a realm where the sun never sets. Split into two distinct hemispheres by massive ring-shaped storms, this planet is home to bizarre creatures and intelligent beings remarkably similar to humans. On an RV journey, you will explore foreign lands with diverse local cultures, collect memories of extraordinary encounters, and unravel the mystery behind a looming storm. #ObscuranManeuvers A cool blend of turn-based gameplay and fast-paced action: Make the most of our innovative Obscuran Maneuver system and time your responses to perfectly counter enemy attacks. You can also pull off powerful team combos and joint attacks with your allies for strategic advantages. #ProgressionExperience Assemble a team of vibrant companions, each with their own motives and stories. Their powers and strength will depend on your knowledge of their traits. Scour Allindo for various materials to concoct special dishes and craft all sorts of Laylah-Keys to empower your team. Solve intricate puzzles in strongholds, defeat challenging foes that stand in your way, and unveil the mysteries of Allindo. Stay connected: Official Website: https://exa.gryphline.com/en-us/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExAstrisOfficial/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/Astris_EN Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExAstris_en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exastris_en/ Support Email: exastris_cs@gryphline.com *Minimum system requirements Device: iPhone 8 or better models; iPads with the A12 chip or better processors System: iOS 12 or above Storage: 10GB free space or above

Screenshots

Implosion4 screens
Ex Astris4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Implosion at $1.99 against Ex Astris's $9.99. Implosion also leads on review sentiment (74% vs 66%) and ratings volume (920 vs 267). Ex Astris's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and chart position (#140 vs unranked). On rating, ads, in-app purchases 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

Implosion costs $1.99 and Ex Astris $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Implosion against 4.4 for Ex Astris. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 920 and 267 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of Implosion's written reviews are positive against 66% of Ex Astris's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Implosion ships an update every 5 months, Ex Astris every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Implosion versus Ex Astris: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterImplosionEx Astris
Price$1.99 — better$9.99
Rating4.6 (920 ratings) — better4.4 (267 ratings)
Positive reviews74.1% of reviews — better66.0% of reviews
Number of ratings920 — better267
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank—#140 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3.0 GB3.7 GB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperRayark International LimitedGRYPH FRONTIER PTE.LTD.

Customer experience

Implosion

All ratings914 ratings
Positive88.5%
Neutral4.3%
Negative7.2%
Written reviews370 reviews
Positive74.1%
Neutral6.5%
Negative19.5%

Ex Astris

All ratings267 ratings
Positive84.3%
Neutral5.6%
Negative10.1%
Written reviews315 reviews
Positive66.0%
Neutral13.0%
Negative21.0%

User reviews

Implosion

From 920 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 👍 Intuitive controls
  • 🎨 Stunning graphics
  • 🎬 Excellent voice acting
  • 💰 Good value for money

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
  • 🔍 Lack of explanation for game mechanics
  • 🕹️ Unresponsive controls
  • 🕰️ Repetitive and monotonous gameplay
  • 💲 Expensive for a mobile game

Ex Astris

From 267 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Seamless combat system
  • 🎨 Breathtaking graphics and art style
  • 💰 Great value for a one-time purchase
  • 🌟 Captivating story and world-building
  • 🎮 Engaging turn-based gameplay

Room to improve

  • 🔇 Inconsistent audio/sound issues
  • 📜 Unclear story and lore explanations
  • 🕹️ Lack of controller support
  • 🌐 Requires internet connection to play
  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches

Bugs and requests

Implosion

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game not loading past the intro screen
  • Crashes during boss battles and certain levels
  • Issues with Game Center integration and cloud saving
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS devices and versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved cloud saving and syncing
  • More weapon and character customization options
  • Difficulty settings and accessibility options
  • Multiplayer and co-op modes
  • Optimization for newer devices and screen sizes

Ex Astris

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game freezes at startup for some users
  • Second fight cannot be progressed through
  • Ziplines outside trade center are bugged
  • Dialogue text pacing issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add controller support
  • Improve story explanations and lore
  • Implement offline play mode
  • Add English voice-over option
  • Provide more in-depth tutorial for combat

In-app purchases

None

Implosion

No in-app purchases

None

Ex Astris

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Implosion free?
Implosion costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ex Astris free?
Ex Astris costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Implosion or Ex Astris?
Implosion is rated higher. Implosion averages 4.6 out of 5 from 920 ratings, while Ex Astris averages 4.4 from 267 ratings.
Do Implosion or Ex Astris have ads?
Neither Implosion nor Ex Astris shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Implosion or Ex Astris?
Implosion ships an update every 5 months, and Ex Astris every 3 weeks. Most recently, Implosion was updated on October 26, 2026 and Ex Astris on October 27, 2026.

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