Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter in IOS

Alien shooter - Classic game!

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Site Score

89/100

Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter is a brilliant homage to the classic arcade 'shmup' genre, modernized with impressive particle effects and a deep progression system. While the DNA of Galaga is clearly visible, the game evolves beyond simple shooting by introducing complex boss patterns and a ship-merging mechanic that adds a layer of strategy to the frantic action.

Technically, the game shines on high-refresh-rate screens. The bullet-hell sequences are intense but never feel unfair, and the satisfaction of upgrading your main cannon to a screen-clearing laser is immense. The live events and PvP modes provide a competitive edge that keeps the community thriving years after its initial launch.

Reviewed on: Wed Feb 25 2026
Dinsun Avatar

Dinsun Review

Now this is more like it—an actual game. Dinsun here, and I grew up on Galaga and Gradius, so I have a soft spot for shmups. The core combat is satisfying; the ships handle well, and the bullet patterns provide a decent challenge that reminds me of the old days. For the first thirty levels, I was genuinely enjoying myself. It’s colorful, loud, and hits that lizard brain itch for blowing things up.

But here’s the rub: as a conservative gamer, I can’t stand what they’ve done to the difficulty curve. Around level 50, the game stops being about skill and starts being about your wallet. The 'upgrade or get stuck' wall is hit hard. There are too many flashing buttons asking for money, too many daily rewards, and too much clutter. If this were a balanced, one-time purchase, it would be a 75. As a service-based grind-fest, it loses its luster quickly.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Satisfying arcade combat
  • Variety of ships and drones
  • Strong nostalgic vibe
  • Intrusive microtransactions
  • Aggressive difficulty spikes
  • Cluttered UI

Technical Report

Performance: Stable frame rate; responsive touch controls.

Accessibility:
  • Auto-fire by default
  • Adjustable sensitivity

Audience Fit

Buy if: You love classic arcade shooters and don't mind a grind.

Skip if: You have a low tolerance for 'pay-to-win' mechanics and mobile ad-clutter.

Similar Games:
  • Sky Force Reloaded
  • Galaga Wars
  • HAWK: Freedom Squadron

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative veteran gamer
  • Hardware: iPad Pro
  • Playtime: 10 hours
  • Status: Reached mid-game levels

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 2.030Thu Oct 29 2026

- New event Halloween.

- Minigame Bingo.

- New Skin Ship F2 Frozen Mythic.

- New Skin Ship F2 Darkblood.

- New Skin Ship F1 Blast.

- New Skin Miniship F1 Gambo.

- New Skin Miniship F3 Ken.

- New Robo F1 Vortex.

- New Robo F2 Set.

- Fix some bugs.


- Captain! Captain! We are in danger!!!

- Captain! We need your help! Our galaxy is attacked by alien shooter!

- Captain! The alien invaders beat our squad, they destroyed all of galactica! Space team is waiting for your order! Please command ship to protect the galaxians and the surrounding asteroids.

- Jump on ship! NOW!

If you are a big fan of arcade shooting games with the new modern combat, and want to bring the freedom for the galaxy, Galaxy Attack - Space Shooter is perfect game for you. With classic arcade games genre, old game with a new context, this game puts you at the galaxy on fire with infinity shooting war. You will be faced lots of evil enemies and deal with many striker bosses in space war. Are you sure you will survive till the end?

FEATURE

- Perfect Shoot ‘em up: Choose your fighter ship, starship to build your own space team!

- Challenging campaign: +200 levels full of space invaders! It should be your infinity shooting missions!

- Epic and huge bosses: Show-off your skills.

- PVP - online shooting games, co-op with friend, gather your space team, mark your name on leader board global.

- Stunning designs, amazing lighting and special effects.

- Lucky wheel, daily quest and free gems everyday for you.

The Galaxy's future is now in your hands. Get your ship ready for infinity battle in this arcade shooting games

Join us on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/Space.Shooter.Fanpage/

Join Group to get our support quickly:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/Space.Shooter.GalaxyAttack/

****** Privacy Policy:

https://rocketstudio.com.vn/space_shooter/policy.html

****** Term of service:

https://rocketstudio.com.vn/space_shooter/terms-of-service.html


Requires iOS 15.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

- Captain! Captain! We are in danger!!!

- Captain! We need your help! Our galaxy is attacked by alien shooter!

- Captain! The alien invaders beat our squad, they destroyed all of galactica! Space team is waiting for your order! Please command ship to protect the galaxians and the surrounding asteroids.

- Jump on ship! NOW!

If you are a big fan of arcade shooting games with the new modern combat, and want to bring the freedom for the galaxy, Galaxy Attack - Space Shooter is perfect game for you. With classic arcade games genre, old game with a new context, this game puts you at the galaxy on fire with infinity shooting war. You will be faced lots of evil enemies and deal with many striker bosses in space war. Are you sure you will survive till the end?

FEATURE

- Perfect Shoot ‘em up: Choose your fighter ship, starship to build your own space team!

- Challenging campaign: +200 levels full of space invaders! It should be your infinity shooting missions!

- Epic and huge bosses: Show-off your skills.

- PVP - online shooting games, co-op with friend, gather your space team, mark your name on leader board global.

- Stunning designs, amazing lighting and special effects.

- Lucky wheel, daily quest and free gems everyday for you.

The Galaxy's future is now in your hands. Get your ship ready for infinity battle in this arcade shooting games

Join us on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/Space.Shooter.Fanpage/

Join Group to get our support quickly:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/Space.Shooter.GalaxyAttack/

****** Privacy Policy:

https://rocketstudio.com.vn/space_shooter/policy.html

****** Term of service:

https://rocketstudio.com.vn/space_shooter/terms-of-service.html


In-Game Events

Spooky Halloween Event
SPECIAL EVENT
Spooky Halloween Event
Play spooky challenges for special rewards!

Collect exclusive Halloween rewards, play special mini-games, and uncover hidden ship skins. Join the spooky fun now!

Starts: 10/28/2026Ends: 11/17/2026

Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5 with 351371 Counts
★★★★★
★★★★★
★★★★★
★★★★★
★★★★★
Age Rating 9+

Screenshots

Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 1Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 2Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 3Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 4Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 5Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 6Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 7Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 8Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 9Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 10Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 11Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 12Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 13Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 14Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 15Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 16Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter screenshot 17

In the distant future, the Earth is under threat from massive alien armadas. In Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter, you take command of a lone spaceship tasked with defending humanity. This top-down shooter features classic arcade gameplay enhanced with modern RPG elements. Collect items to upgrade or evolve your spacecraft, navigate through treacherous bullet-hell levels, and face off against epic bosses. With over 160 levels and various play modes including 1v1 and 1v3 PvP, the battle for the stars is endless.

Features

1

High-quality graphics optimized for tablets and large screens

2

Ability to use active skills during space battles

3

Epic boss fights with unique patterns

4

PvP - online shooting games with friends

5

Daily quests and worldwide tournaments

News on this game

Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter Screenshot 6  Kotaku

Kotaku - Sat Feb 14 2026

Top 5 Space Shooter Games on Apple Arcade  Analytics Insight

Analytics Insight - Wed Jul 02 2025

The Majority of Mobile Game Genres Saw Revenue Declines in H1 2022  80 Level

80 Level - Thu Aug 11 2022

Most Mobile Game Genres See Revenue Declines in the U.S. During H1 2022 as Industry Headwinds Bite  Sensor Tower

Sensor Tower - Wed Aug 03 2022

Mobile games revenue drops dramatically  www.levelup.com

www.levelup.com - Wed Aug 03 2022

Download Polar Bowler 1.4 for Android  FileHippo

FileHippo - Thu Sep 23 2021

Download Sonic Runners 2.0.3 for Android  FileHippo

FileHippo - Fri Aug 27 2021

Galaxy Attack: Space Shooter by GAU TECHNOLOGY LTD.

This game puts you at the galaxy on fire with infinity shooting war. You will be faced lots of evil enemies and deal with many striker bosses in space war.

AppAdvice - Wed Jun 28 2017

Gameplays

Q&A

Yes, the main campaign can be played offline, though PvP requires a connection.

More by Developer

You Might Also Like

All Categories

Puzzle Game

Action Game

Simulation Game

Casual Game

Adventure Game

Roleplaying Game

Card Game

Board Game

Sports Game

Strategy Game

Racing Game

Family Game

Casino Game

Music Game

Word Game

Trivia Game

Education Game

Games Game

Entertainment Game

Books Game

Utilities Game

Social Networking Game

Health & Fitness Game

Lifestyle Game