Vector vs Universe Invader 2
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Vector
Experience a retro space shooter with dazzling vector graphics and particle effects, reminiscent of unreleased 1980s arcade machines. Engage alien invaders with unique shield mechanics and collect power-ups in an asteroid bonus level.
- Advanced vector graphics and particle systems
- Retro arcade-style gameplay
- Alien shields requiring timed shots
- Asteroid bonus level with power-ups
- Analog synthesized sounds and retro soundtrack
- iCade compatibility
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Based on a mythical vector arcade machine of the late 1980s that was never released, Vector-Z is a space shooter with advanced vector graphics and particle systems designed to dazzle your senses… it's as if the 1980's arcades never went away and the games kept getting better. Vector-Z is a unique, retro-style arcade game with glowing multicolor vector-graphics, analog synthesized sounds, and a retro soundtrack with amazing spaced out tunes to zap extraterrestrial invaders to. Some of Vector-Z's aliens have shields you have to time your shots to break through. There’s also an asteroid bonus level where you can break up asteroids for points, and break up bigger asteroids for power-ups, including bonus shields, extra lives, score multiplier, and a faster fire rate. HINTS: • Vector-Z’s ship holds 2 missiles. One fires from each wing, so there’s a slight offset. There is also a brief reload time. • Aliens are worth more points when they are attacking you. Even more points when they are really close! • Go for the bonus points from accuracy: at 50% you get 100 pts per hit, 200 pts at 75%, 400 pts at 90%, and 800 bonus pts per hit with 100% accuracy! • Aim for the bigger asteroids to collect hexagonal power-ups Vector-Z is compatible with iCade, and requires iOS 7.1 or later.
Universe Invader 2
Engage in intense space combat with powerful spacecraft against endless alien invaders. This premium version offers a full, uninterrupted arcade-style shooter experience with all content unlocked from the start. Enjoy fast-paced action, modern visuals, and challenging boss battles.
- Ad-free, uninterrupted gameplay
- Full content unlocked
- Classic arcade-style shooter
- Intense boss battles
- Offline play supported
- Upgrade spacecraft and firepower
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Universe Invader 2 (Premium) is the ultimate space shooter experience from the Universe Invaders series, designed for players who want pure gameplay without ads or interruptions. Take control of powerful spacecraft and fight endless waves of alien invaders across the galaxy. This premium version unlocks the full experience from the start, delivering fast-paced action, smooth controls, and visually stunning space battles. Premium Features - No ads - enjoy uninterrupted gameplay - Full content unlocked - access ships, upgrades, and stages without waiting - Classic arcade-style space shooter with modern visuals - Intense boss battles and challenging enemy waves - Offline play supported Epic Space Combat - Pilot advanced spacecraft with unique weapons - Upgrade firepower and defenses to survive harder missions - Explore multiple space environments and alien battlefields Built for Action Fans Universe Invaders (Premium) is perfect for fans of classic arcade shooters, bullet hell games, and sci-fi action. Every mission tests your reflexes, strategy, and shooting skills. Jump into the galaxy, dominate alien forces, and experience space combat at its finest - premium, complete, and ad-free.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vector at none against Universe Invader 2's 10. Vector also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Universe Invader 2's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.2) and review sentiment (50% vs 40%). On price, ratings volume, ads and monetization model 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
Vector costs $0.99 and Universe Invader 2 $0.99 up front. Universe Invader 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Vector asks for nothing beyond the download.
Universe Invader 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Vector's written reviews are positive against 50% of Universe Invader 2's.
Vector ships an update every 6 weeks, Universe Invader 2 every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Vector | Universe Invader 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | $0.99 |
| Rating | 4.2 (10 ratings) | 4.5 (8 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 10 — better | 8 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 384 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Juggleware, LLC | Gcenter |
Customer experience
Vector
Universe Invader 2
In-app purchases
Vector
No in-app purchases
Universe Invader 2
- Starter Pack$0.99
- Instant Rank Up 2$1.99
- Instant Rank Up 3$4.99
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- Instant Rank Up 4$7.99
- Instant Rank Up 5$9.99
- Instant Rank Up 6$11.99
- Instant Rank Up 7$14.99
- Instant Rank Up 8$19.99
- Instant Rank Up 9$24.99
- Instant Rank Up 10$29.99








