Comparison

Retro Grid vs Falcon Squad

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

Head to head
About

Retro Grid

Experience a fast-paced, endless arcade space shooter with nostalgic 80s graphics and modern one-touch controls. Shoot invaders, dodge enemy fire, and aim for high scores in this retro-inspired galactic adventure.

Highlights
  • Endless gameplay
  • Retro graphics
  • One-touch controls
  • Power-ups & Boosts
  • High Scores & Achievements
Features
Read full description

Retro Grid is a fast paced retro space shooter inspired from 80's arcade games. It’s an endless arcade game with nostalgic graphic style and modern gameplay. Shoot the invaders, avoid getting hit and travel as far as you can. Master the one-touch controls and fight your way through enemies deep in the galaxy. Features: Simple controls, easy to play Endless gameplay Retro graphics Spaceships Power-ups & Boosts High Scores & Achievements

About

Falcon Squad

Engage in intense vertical shoot 'em up action with challenging bullet hell combat and classic arcade gameplay. Battle alien invaders, dodge enemy fire, and master skill-based combat. Compete worldwide in real-time multiplayer battles and build your ultimate fleet.

Highlights
  • Classic vertical shoot 'em up gameplay
  • Intense bullet hell battles
  • Epic boss fights
  • Real-time multiplayer battles
  • Build and upgrade your fleet
  • Join or create a Clan
Features
Read full description

Experience intense vertical shoot 'em up action, challenging bullet hell combat, and classic arcade gameplay. Whether you're a fan of retro shooters, modern SHMUPs, or fast-paced space combat games, Falcon Squad delivers nonstop action, strategic gameplay, and endless challenges. CLASSIC ARCADE ACTION Take control of powerful starfighters and battle endless waves of alien invaders. Dodge enemy fire, collect upgrades, and master skill-based combat in one of the most exciting arcade shooters. EPIC BOSS BATTLES Face massive alien bosses, survive deadly bullet patterns, and test your reflexes in thrilling battles designed for true arcade shooter fans. RETRO STYLE, MODERN EXPERIENCE Enjoy pixel-inspired graphics combined with smooth controls and explosive visual effects. Experience the nostalgia of classic shoot 'em ups with modern gameplay mechanics. REAL-TIME MULTIPLAYER BATTLES Challenge players worldwide in exciting PvP, 2v2, and Tournament modes. Compete for glory, climb the leaderboards, and prove your skills in intense space combat. BUILD YOUR ULTIMATE FLEET Unlock and upgrade powerful aircraft, weapons, drones, and equipment. Experiment with different builds and discover strategies that fit your playstyle. JOIN FORCES WITH OTHER PILOTS Create or join a Clan, battle alongside teammates, defeat powerful enemies, and earn exclusive rewards through cooperative gameplay and special events. FEATURES: - Classic vertical shoot 'em up gameplay - Intense bullet hell battles and epic boss fights - Fast-paced arcade action with skill-based combat - Pixel-inspired graphics and explosive visual effects - PvP, 2v2, Tournament, and Squad game modes - Hundreds of aircraft, weapons, drones, and upgrades - Daily missions, special events, and competitive challenges Jump into the fight, command your squad, and become the ultimate pilot. **Terms of Use:** https://sites.google.com/view/onesoft/terms-and-condition **Privacy Policy:** https://sites.google.com/view/onesoftgames/ **Contact Support:** Email: support@falconsquad.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spacewargame/ Falcon Squad Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GalaxyShooterFalconSquad/

Screenshots

Retro Grid4 screens
Falcon Squad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Falcon Squad at 4.6 against Retro Grid's 3.5. Falcon Squad also leads on ratings volume (25K vs 34) and review sentiment (40% vs 26%). Retro Grid's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Retro Grid sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Falcon Squad sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Falcon Squad holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Falcon Squad has 25K ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of Retro Grid's written reviews are positive against 40% of Falcon Squad's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Retro Grid ships an update every 3 weeks, Falcon Squad every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Retro Grid versus Falcon Squad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRetro GridFalcon Squad
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (34 ratings)4.6 (25K ratings) — better
Positive reviews26.2% of reviews40.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3425K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB436 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperGameguruFALCON GAMES

Customer experience

Retro Grid

All ratings34 ratings
Positive58.8%
Neutral5.9%
Negative35.3%
Written reviews84 reviews
Positive26.2%
Neutral7.1%
Negative66.7%

Falcon Squad

All ratings24,900 ratings
Positive90.7%
Neutral4.5%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews454 reviews
Positive40.1%
Neutral12.1%
Negative47.8%

Bugs and requests

Retro Grid

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Falcon Squad

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Ads not providing promised rewards
  • Purchases not registering or items not received
  • Progression reset or ships/upgrades disappearing
  • Crashes and freezes, especially after updates

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to earn more in-game currency through gameplay
  • Option to disable ads or pay a one-time fee for ad-free experience
  • Improved user interface and navigation
  • More diverse ship and drone unlocks without paywalls

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Retro Grid

One-time3
  • 1000 coins$1.99
  • 5000 coins$4.99
  • 10000 coins$6.99
11 purchases

Falcon Squad

Subscriptions1
  • Royalty Membership$2.997 Days
One-time10
  • Lucky Wheel Tickets$1.99
  • Starter$1.99
  • Starter Pack$2.99
Show 7 more
  • Young Pilot$4.99
  • Pack 10$$9.99
  • Premium Pack$9.99
  • Captain$9.99
  • Pack 20$$19.99
  • Giant Card Pack$19.99
  • Challenger$19.99

Questions

Is Retro Grid free?
Retro Grid is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Falcon Squad free?
Falcon Squad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Retro Grid or Falcon Squad?
Falcon Squad is rated higher. Retro Grid averages 3.5 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while Falcon Squad averages 4.6 from 25K ratings.
Do Retro Grid or Falcon Squad have ads?
Falcon Squad shows ads; Retro Grid does not.
Which is updated more often, Retro Grid or Falcon Squad?
Retro Grid ships an update every 3 weeks, and Falcon Squad every 2 weeks. Most recently, Retro Grid was updated on October 29, 2026 and Falcon Squad on November 1, 2026.

Other comparisons