# PewPew

> Casual

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id314964252](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id314964252)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id314964252`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Jean-Francois Geyelin
- **Category:** Casual
- **Rating:** 4.50 / 5 (67 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.0.5
- **Last updated:** 2016-04-04
- **First published:** 2009-06-01
- **Size:** 12 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-03
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pewpew/id314964252)
- **Website:** [http://jfgeyelin.com/](http://jfgeyelin.com/)

## Description

PewPew is a high-frame-rate, retro multidirectional shoot 'em up inspired by arcade classics. It drops you into fast-paced action with no story and no distractions, designed for serious gamers.

Five game modes keep you challenged: `Pandemonium`, `Dodge This`, `Assault`, `Chromatic Conflict`, and `Asteroids`. Highlights include online leaderboards, online replays, unlockable ships, controller support, and an ad-free, no-analytics experience.

## Rankings

- #158,236 — Overall

## Review summary

PewPew is praised for nostalgic arcade action, ease of entry, and offline, ad-free play, with local multiplayer. However, it suffers from cross-device screen/controls scaling issues and a strong demand for PewPew 2, more content, and continued updates to fix UI problems.

### Pros

- Nostalgic retro arcade feel similar to Geometry Wars that longtime players love.
- Easy to pick up and jump back into after a break.
- No ads and free to play.
- Offline play (no Wi-Fi required) and can be played anywhere.
- Local competitive play with friends adds to replayability.

### Cons

- Screen/UI alignment issues across devices, with controls and play area often not scaling correctly (bottom-left/shifted UI).
- PewPew 2 is not available; players want a sequel or official updates.
- Requests for more content, such as a story mode and additional ships/guns.
- Some players find the gameplay chaotic and very difficult.

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