Radiant is a neon-soaked love letter to Space Invaders and Galaga, but with a modern upgrade system. The retro aesthetic is spot-on, featuring vibrant colors and a charmingly sarcastic storyline. It captures that 'one more go' feeling perfectly.
What sets it apart from simple clones is the weapon variety and the boss fights. You can customize your ship with various lasers, missiles, and shields, which adds a layer of strategy to the arcade action. Itβs lighthearted, fast-paced, and looks fantastic on a mobile screen. It doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it polishes the classic shoot-'em-up formula to a mirror finish.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 3.33.0Tue Jun 18 2019
Support for iPhone X
Take your stand against the alien horde in a pure arcade/action space shooter.
Cut through hundreds of creeps to face giant monsters in unique bossfights. Collect special weapons and power-ups, upgrade your ship and save your homeworld!
Relive the classics revamped.
β 100+ Levels
β 10+ Boss-Fights
β 6 Upgradeable Weapons
β 12 Special Power-Ups
β 3 Difficulty Options
β Global On-Line Hiscores
Requires iOSΒ 12.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPodΒ touch.Take your stand against the alien horde in a pure arcade/action space shooter.
Cut through hundreds of creeps to face giant monsters in unique bossfights. Collect special weapons and power-ups, upgrade your ship and save your homeworld!
Relive the classics revamped.
β 100+ Levels
β 10+ Boss-Fights
β 6 Upgradeable Weapons
β 12 Special Power-Ups
β 3 Difficulty Options
β Global On-Line Hiscores








Radiant takes you back to the golden age of arcade gaming. Battle through over 100 levels against hordes of alien invaders and massive boss ships. Between levels, you can upgrade your ship with a vast arsenal of weapons and gadgets. With its distinct neon art style, humorous dialogue, and classic 'shmup' gameplay, Radiant is a perfect blend of nostalgia and modern mobile action.
100+ challenging levels
10+ huge boss encounters
6 upgradeable weapons
Retro-neon art style
Early on, focus on spreading your fire. The 'Wide Shot' or 'Side Lasers' help clear out waves of smaller enemies before they can swarm you.
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Every boss has a pattern. Watch for the 'eye' or core to open up; that's when you should unleash your heavy weapons like the Mega Laser.
Yes, Radiant offers multiple difficulty levels to suit both casual players and arcade veterans.