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Robo Attack Brings Classic Arcade Action to Apple Watch and iPhone

Retro-inspired shooter available for pre-order now, launches June 13th for Launch Price of 99c

Mobile gaming enthusiasts and retro arcade fans can prepare for classic robot-blasting action with Robo Attack, now available for pre-order on the App Store for $1.99 ahead of its June 13, 2025 release. This fast-paced arcade shooter brings the intensity of legendary games like Robotron and Berzerk directly to Apple Watch and iPhone.

Robo Attack delivers authentic arcade excitement in short bursts, perfect for quick gaming sessions during commutes or breaks. The game features waves of rogue robots that players must eliminate using strategic power-ups and responsive controls optimized for both platforms.

"We wanted to capture the pure essence of those classic arcade shooters," said developer John Passfield. "Robo Attack distills that addictive gameplay into bite-sized sessions that work perfectly on modern mobile devices."

Key Features

Authentic Retro Experience: Pixel-perfect graphics, retro sound effects, music, and voiceovers recreate the golden age of arcade gaming.

Optimized Performance: Smooth 60fps gameplay on Apple Watch with Crown-based controls, plus swipe controls for iPhone.

Strategic Power-ups: Shield, Triple Shot, Rapid Fire, and Time Freeze add tactical depth to fast-paced action.

Mobile-First Design: Short-burst gameplay sessions with no internet required - perfect for gaming anywhere, anytime.

The game's wave-based structure ensures fresh, challenging gameplay that honors arcade classics while embracing modern mobile gaming habits. Whether played on Apple Watch during quick breaks or iPhone for extended sessions, Robo Attack maintains high-quality experiences across both platforms.

Availability

Robo Attack is available for pre-order now on the App Store for 99c from now until for the first week of launch, with the price changing to $1.99 the week after launch. The game will launch June 13, 2025. Compatible with iPhone and Apple Watch, the game supports offline play with no additional purchases required.

Pre-order Link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id6746085350

About the Developers

John Passfield (Johnno) and Pete Mullins are the coder and artist behind the game.

John has been making games since the mid 1980's. His first game was published for the Australian Microbee computer system while still at school. His games are included in the ACMI Play it Again II: Games Collection, the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia Hive interactive space in Canberra, and the Nation Communications Museum in Victoria.

Pete is a comic book artist who worked on the critically acclaimed From Hell and has work published by Dark Horse and has . He is also an accomplished animator and filmmaker.