The newly-released free-to-play game Acecraft: Sky Hero is something fans of games like Cuphead and Vampire Survivors should consider giving a try. Acecraft: Sky Hero, for the uninitiated, is from Skystone Games and was released at the end of August. Since its launch, Acecraft: Sky Hero has shot to the top of the mobile app stores thanks to its eye-catching art style and addicting gameplay.
Acecraft: Sky Hero is a vertical shoot 'em up/bullet hell game where each stage has players taking out waves of enemies, culminating in a boss fight. The plane shoots by itself as players drag it around the screen to line up shots and avoid obstacles. As the levels progress, Acecraft: Sky Hero players unlock upgrades that give them a significant advantage, whether that be fireworks that automatically target enemies or a bouncy ball that ricochets off foes. Pink projectiles can be sucked up and shot back as fireballs, adding an extra layer of strategy to each level in the game, as players have to weigh whether they should risk absorbing incoming projectiles for the damage bonus or try to avoid them.
Which Is Your Favorite Boss Battle in Cuphead?
It's quite hard to choose, because they all have such personality and their animations are just sublime. If I had to choose, though, I'd opt for Chef Saltbaker. As the final boss of The Delicious Last Course, his battle is one of the most difficult in the game, but the phases are so distinct and creative that I didn't mind retrying several times over until I won.
Acecraft: Sky Hero is Free-to-Play on Android and iOS Right Now
The automatic shooting and roguelike upgrades make Acecraft: Sky Hero feel very similar to the beloved Vampire Survivors, while the art style screams Cuphead. Acecraft: Sky Hero uses the same rubber hose art style inspired by classic cartoons that Cuphead based its looks on. The combination of Cuphead-style visuals with Vampire Survivors-like gameplay make a brilliant combination and should ensure that Acecraft: Sky Hero appeals to fans of both games. The best part is that Acecraft: Sky Hero is free, so anyone needing something new to play on their phone can check it out without any kind of financial commitment.
Of course, like other free-to-play mobile games, Acecraft: Sky Hero does have monetization. Players can watch ads in exchange for in-game currency, and there are plenty of microtransactions available to get a boost in the game. Acecraft: Sky Hero's monetization may rub some players the wrong way, but these elements can be safely ignored and one will still have a fun time with the game.
Like Cuphead and Vampire Survivors, Acecraft: Sky Hero has 2-player co-op.
Plus, there are opportunities to get bonus freebies. Acecraft: Sky Hero codes can be redeemed for useful items. The catch is that the codes occasionally expire, so fans will want to make sure that they redeem the latest Acecraft: Sky Hero codes ASAP.
- Released
- August 28, 2025
- Developer(s)
- Skystone Games
- Publisher(s)
- Skystone Games
WHERE TO PLAY
- Genre(s)
- Shoot 'em Up, Action
