XScape vs Rag Guys
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
XScape
Guide a robot through challenging levels by collecting tokens and reaching exit portals. Navigate obstacles and manage time and moves in this modern remake of a classic retro puzzle game. Enjoy enhanced visuals, new levels, and integrated music.
- Classic retro puzzle gameplay
- 60 new levels plus original content
- Modern sound and visuals
- Star ratings and achievements
- Bluetooth controller support
- Music visualizer
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Welcome to the world of XScape. A modern remake of a classic retro puzzle game from the latter days of 8 bit computing. Lovingly crafted by the original author and including all previous game content and more. New gameplay features, modern sound and visuals, 60 additional levels, star ratings, achievements and a built in audio visualiser are just some of the enhancements. Playing the game involves taking control of MAL, a Mechanised Artificial Life-form, whose only purpose in life is to collect special tokens and reach exit portals. A feat which you must help him to accomplish, within the allocated number of moves and time limit. MAL can be moved by a swipe in the desired direction, anywhere to the screen or touch surface, or by means of a connected controller. Be aware though, once MAL starts moving, he won’t stop again until he either reaches a wall or hits an obstacle. Levels may have multiple paths to completion, with certain ways being either faster or more rewarding in terms of score. Just remember, only the special tokens are required to activate the exit portal. Full gameplay instructions are provided on device from the title screen menu. Features • All 30 levels from the original 8 bit game • 60 New and puzzling levels • 3 Unique worlds, each with their own look and feel • 17 Groovy backgrounds • 35 Achievements for in game tasks • 3 Level star rating system • 19 Tracks of upbeat and thematic music spanning over 40 minutes • Full Game Center integration with leaderboards and achievements • Bluetooth game controller support • Saving of progress and achievements between devices (can be disabled) • Music visualiser with unlockable tracks • Retro puzzle gameplay with modern sound and visuals XScape is a true homage to retro gaming and the retro gamer. If you ever enjoyed playing video games, puzzle games or indie games from the 1980s or 1990s 8 bit and 16 bit era, then you will love playing XScape. Too often, music is an overlooked part of the free games or casual games experience, but with XScape I set out from the beginning to place music right at the heart of the game. Every world features its own unique collection of soundtracks, all of which can be unlocked and played through the built in music visualiser, available from the Extras menu. As a one man indie game developer, I welcome all feedback and suggestions, and I will try to implement changes whenever beneficial. In between working on new levels, I typically update the game at least once per month. Contact • Support: http://www.pikxells.co.uk/games-xscape.html • Twitter: https://twitter.com/pikxells • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pikxellsXScape • Discord: https://discord.gg/7FQEsjM
Rag Guys
Experience hilarious physics-based puzzles with squishy characters. Navigate imaginative environments solo or with friends in local multiplayer, using wobbly limbs and creative solutions to overcome obstacles. Supports up to two players locally.
- Physics-based gameplay
- Local co-op and competitive multiplayer
- Squishy character control
- Puzzle solving
- Gamepad controller support
- Multiple characters
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Available exclusively for Orion Arcade members. Rag Guys is a hilarious game that brings the zany physics-based fun. Dive into the hilarious and physics-driven world of Rag Guys, a charming single and multiplayer adventure that will have you and your friends laughing, strategizing, and stumbling your way through a variety of puzzles Take control of squishy characters with noodle-like limbs. The goal? Navigate a series of imaginative environments, solving puzzles and overcoming obstacles using your wobbly physique and creative problem-solving skills. LOCAL MULTIPLAYER Enjoy couch gaming with friends and family playing multiplayer co-op / competitive. Features • Multiplayer Mayhem: Join forces with friends in local co-op to conquer challenges. • Up to 2 Local Multiplayer! • 6 different characters • Play with Bluetooth Gamepad Controller or touch controls. Let us know how much you like Rag Guys to add more content: https://orionarcade.com Account for Orion Arcade is required to use this app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Rag Guys at none against XScape's 1. Rag Guys also leads on ads (none vs shown). XScape's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 14.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. XScape sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Rag Guys asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for XScape against 4.0 for Rag Guys. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 4 respectively.
XScape ships an update every 9 days, Rag Guys every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | XScape | Rag Guys |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (2 ratings) | 4.0 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 84 MB | 126 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Paul Kubiszyn | Orion Arcade LLC |
Customer experience
XScape
Rag Guys
In-app purchases
XScape
- XScape Premium$0.99
Rag Guys
No in-app purchases









