Comparison

Vertigus vs -=Counting Sheep=-

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Vertigus

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
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Can you help Vertigus find his father's stolen diamonds? Go on a journey that will take you through different worlds full of dangers at every step. Vertigus features: • 40 handcrafted levels including 5 boss fights • Vertical level design • Fluid physics and motion based gameplay • Slow motion platforming

About

-=Counting Sheep=-

A physics-based puzzle game where you tap groups of three or more identical sheep to pop them and clear the board. Shake your device to rearrange the flock or use power-ups like the Explosive Goat and Sheepdog to help you. Features both timed Chaos Mode and a relaxing Zen Mode.

Highlights
  • Physics-based sheep popping
  • Shake device to scramble board
  • Chaos Mode with timed challenges
  • Zen Mode for relaxation
  • Unlockable power-ups
  • Avoid the wolf and find bonus levels
Features
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Welcome to -=Counting Sheep=- A uniquely satisfying, physics-based puzzle game where your goal is simple: keep the flock under control! Tap groups of 3 or more identical sheep to pop them, trigger massive shockwaves, and clear the board. But be careful! Tapping 1 or 2 sheep by mistake turns them into "dead" blockers that clutter your screen. Stuck in a rut? Physically shake your device to scramble the board and open up brand new matches! TWO WAYS TO PLAY • Chaos Mode: Race against the clock! Hit your target score before time runs out and avoid a flock extinction. • Zen Mode: Kick back and relax. No timers, no pressure. Just endless, calming, satisfying sheep popping with dynamic backgrounds that change as you score. Perfect for falling asleep. POWER UP YOUR FLOCK Need a little help? Unlock powerful tools to clear the board in style: • The Explosive Goat: Tap to trigger a massive AoE shockwave that sends sheep flying! • The Sheepdog: Vacuums up the most common sheep on the screen before a satisfying final blast! • Healing Chime: Made a mistake? Use this to instantly revive all your dead blocker sheep. • Time Clock: Add precious seconds to the clock when you’re in a pinch. WATCH OUT FOR THE WOLF Survive long enough to unlock special Bonus Levels! Find Steve hidden in the flock to earn massive time bonuses, but whatever you do... don't tap the wolf! Get ready for juicy combos, satisfying physics, and endless puzzle fun. How long can you last?

Screenshots

Vertigus4 screens
-=Counting Sheep=-4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: -=Counting Sheep=- at 5.0 against Vertigus's 4.0. -=Counting Sheep=- also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Vertigus sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. -=Counting Sheep=- asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

-=Counting Sheep=- holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Vertigus ships an update every 2 months, -=Counting Sheep=- monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Vertigus versus -=Counting Sheep=-: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVertigus-=Counting Sheep=-
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB156 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDominik Ringleroren Bar

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Vertigus

One-time10
  • Retries +2$0.99
  • Level Key$0.99
  • Retries +10$1.99
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  • Ammo +20$1.99
  • Lifes +5$2.99
  • Retries +20$3.99
  • Retries +30$4.99
  • Hardcore Mode$4.99
  • Retries +40$6.99
  • Retries +50$7.99
None

-=Counting Sheep=-

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Vertigus free?
Vertigus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is -=Counting Sheep=- free?
-=Counting Sheep=- is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Vertigus or -=Counting Sheep=-?
-=Counting Sheep=- is rated higher. Vertigus averages 4.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while -=Counting Sheep=- averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Vertigus or -=Counting Sheep=- have ads?
Vertigus shows ads; -=Counting Sheep=- does not.
Which is updated more often, Vertigus or -=Counting Sheep=-?
Vertigus ships an update every 2 months, and -=Counting Sheep=- monthly. Most recently, Vertigus was updated on October 20, 2026 and -=Counting Sheep=- on October 11, 2026.

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