Comparison

Sub Zero vs Ronin

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

Head to head
About

Sub Zero

Features
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Play as a submarine or shark. Collect coins to score points, fend off enemies, and avoid obstacles. How long can you survive? Choose a character, shark or submarine. Drag your finger around the screen and your character will follow. Collect coins to score, but avoid obstacles and enemies! Every so often you get the opportunity to gain back a life up to a maximum of 5. Now includes additional small bonus fish that give you more points than the coins, and also look for shells and starfish on the seabed. The app also supports game controllers Best of luck, and keep on swimming. Thoughts and suggestions are always welcome please contact us via the support email address, we do listen.

About

Ronin

Embark on a revenge quest as a disgraced samurai in a war-torn Japan. Master a console-quality parry system, engage in tense, roguelike battles, and upgrade your character, pets, and weapons. Experience the beauty of ink wash-style graphics and face challenging bosses.

Highlights
  • Console-quality parry system
  • Roguelike action battles
  • Upgradable characters, pets, and weapons
  • Ink wash-style graphics
  • Challenging boss fights
  • Visceral sword combat
Features
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An era of warfare in Japan, death and betrayal stalk the land. A lone survivor—a disgraced warrior—has failed to save his lord. With nowhere to go and nothing to lose, the samurai clenches his sword as he sets out for revenge. # Parry and Slash! Console-Quality Parry System A parry system on mobile that perfectly replicates the experience of playing on PC or console. Experience visceral combat with the attack and defend buttons! Master the precise controls and witness the true pleasure of breathtaking sword mastery action! # Action Game Basics: Tense and Exciting Battles Keep training and upgrading to become a true hero! The roguelike action is straightforward but difficult to master. # Enhance Everything: Upgradable Characters, Pets, and Weapons! Concoct unique strategies with powerful weapons and assorted pieces of armor! The weapons and armor you forge and skills you master will lead the way to survival. # A Vivid Depiction of Japan in Ink Wash Painting Experience the mesmerizing ink wash-style graphics, with a unique oriental taste. # Thrilling Combat and Lots of Bosses to Fight! Prepare for the Ultimate Challenge! Think you've survived a swarm of enemies? Even stronger enemies await you, so prepare for their powerful attacks and study their combat patterns. When you have finally mastered the sword through these trials of life and death, you shall be the last one standing. Travel through time in ink-painted Japan, and experience an epic samurai action game with visceral combat. Ronin: The Last Samurai. Venture Down the Path of the Warrior Now! PLEASE NOTE! Ronin: The Last Samurai is free to download and play, but some in-game items can be purchased for real money. If you do not want to use this feature, please block in-app purchases in your device settings. Also, according to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, you must be at least 15 years old and need an internet connection to play the game. [Customer Support] To contact us, go to Settings > Customer Support or send an email to the address below. support@dreamotion-help.freshdesk.com [Official Facebook Page] https://www.facebook.com/roninDreamotion [Terms of Service] http://dreamotion.us/termsofservice [Privacy Policy] http://dreamotion.us/privacy-policy ---- Developers: 4F, 10, Hwangsaeul-ro 335beon-gil, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea

Screenshots

Sub Zero4 screens
Ronin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Ronin at Free against Sub Zero's $0.99. Ronin also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 24 months). Sub Zero's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 18) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Ronin is free to download; Sub Zero costs $0.99 up front. Ronin sells 18 one-off in-app purchases. Sub Zero asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sub Zero ships an update every 24 months, Ronin monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Sub Zero versus Ronin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSub ZeroRonin
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—4.7 (3.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—71.4% of reviews
Number of ratings—3.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 24 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.6 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB478 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperSoftware101Dreamotion Inc.

Bugs and requests

Sub Zero

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Ronin

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Stuck at 70% loading screen
  • Losing progress after closing the app
  • Wired sound effects that can't be turned off

Requested features

7 requests
  • Add more weapons, characters, and bosses
  • Implement player-vs-player mode
  • Introduce story mode or campaign
  • Allow customization of control layout
  • Add faction-based or guild-based content
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  • Improve the fusion system to be less RNG-dependent
  • Expand the practice mode to include more enemy types

In-app purchases

None

Sub Zero

No in-app purchases

18 purchases

Ronin

One-time18
  • Gem x120$0.99
  • Gem x120 (Monthly Offer)$0.99
  • Special Offer - 1200 #1$0.99
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  • Traveler’s Backpack$1.99
  • Special Offer - 2500 #1$1.99
  • Magic Chest Bundle$2.99
  • Gem x590$4.99
  • Path of the Warrior$4.99
  • Guide's Gift$4.99
  • Gem x590 (Monthly Offer)$4.99
  • Merchant License$5.99
  • Path of the Warrior$5.99
  • Ronin’s Journey Backpack$9.99
  • Gem x1200 (Monthly Offer)$9.99
  • Special Offer - 12000 #1$9.99
  • Gem x2500$19.99
  • Gem x2500 (Monthly Offer)$19.99
  • Gem x12000$99.99

Questions

Is Sub Zero free?
Sub Zero costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ronin free?
Ronin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Sub Zero or Ronin have ads?
Ronin shows ads; Sub Zero does not.
Which is updated more often, Sub Zero or Ronin?
Sub Zero ships an update every 24 months, and Ronin monthly. Most recently, Sub Zero was updated on October 19, 2026 and Ronin on October 24, 2026.

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