# Vertigus vs Backstorm Attack

The clearest difference is rating: Vertigus at 4.0 against Backstorm Attack's 3.0. Backstorm Attack's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Vertigus sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Backstorm Attack sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Vertigus holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively.

Vertigus ships an update every 2 months, Backstorm Attack every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Vertigus | Backstorm Attack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vertigus/id1051292772/reviews)** | [3.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backstorm-attack-endless-rpg-war-runner/id1222575451/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **3** |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 70 MB | 165 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Dominik Ringler](https://appshunter.io/developer/991933748) | [Appgeneration Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/386316599) |

## What reviewers say

### Vertigus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vertigus/id1051292772)

Embark on a perilous journey to recover stolen diamonds. Navigate through diverse worlds with unique challenges and engage in thrilling boss battles. Experience fluid physics and motion-based gameplay in this vertical platformer.

**Highlights:** 40 handcrafted levels, 5 boss fights, Vertical level design, Fluid physics, Motion-based gameplay, Slow motion platforming

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Retries +2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Level Key | $0.99 | one-time |
| Retries +10 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ammo +20 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Lifes +5 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Retries +20 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Retries +30 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Hardcore Mode | $4.99 | one-time |
| Retries +40 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Retries +50 | $7.99 | one-time |


### Backstorm Attack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backstorm-attack-endless-rpg-war-runner/id1222575451)

Embark on a counter-terrorist mission to save the world in this action-packed runner game. Equip powerful weapons, face endless waves of enemies, and complete daily challenges to earn rewards and upgrade your character. Experience non-stop shooting fun with RPG elements.

**Highlights:** Counter-terrorist missions, Endless runner gameplay, RPG elements and power-ups, Daily missions and rewards, Multiplayer mode, Leaderboards and achievements

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 80 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Experience Booster 6H | $0.99 | one-time |
| Reward Booster 1 Day | $0.99 | one-time |
| Experience Booster 24H | $1.99 | one-time |
| Reward Booster 3 Days | $1.99 | one-time |
| Experience Booster 72H | $2.99 | one-time |
| Reward Booster 7 Days | $2.99 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 6500 Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| 14000 Coins | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Vertigus free?

Vertigus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Backstorm Attack free?

Backstorm Attack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Vertigus or Backstorm Attack?

Vertigus is rated higher. Vertigus averages 4.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Backstorm Attack averages 3.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Vertigus or Backstorm Attack have ads?

Vertigus shows ads; Backstorm Attack does not.

### Which is updated more often, Vertigus or Backstorm Attack?

Vertigus ships an update every 2 months, and Backstorm Attack every 11 days. Most recently, Vertigus was updated on October 4, 2026 and Backstorm Attack on October 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*