# Running in Circle vs Super Pixel Heroes

The clearest difference is rating: Super Pixel Heroes at 4.6 against Running in Circle's 4.0. Super Pixel Heroes also leads on ratings volume (1K vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 11 months). Running in Circle's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Super Pixel Heroes sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Running in Circle asks for nothing beyond the download.

Super Pixel Heroes holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Super Pixel Heroes has 1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of Running in Circle's written reviews are positive against 78% of Super Pixel Heroes's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Running in Circle ships an update every 11 months, Super Pixel Heroes every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Running in Circle | Super Pixel Heroes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-in-circle/id1119948766/reviews) | **[4.6 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-pixel-heroes/id1149840530/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **1K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 78.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 254 MB | 379 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Avakai Games Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/662870499) | [Reliance Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1673672114) |

## What reviewers say

### Running in Circle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-in-circle/id1119948766)

Guide Heo to survive a relentless chase by a herd of angry bulls. Test your reflexes and endurance as you navigate the chaotic environment to stay alive for as long as possible.

**Highlights:** Endless survival gameplay, Navigate a herd of bulls, Test reflexes and endurance, Simple, engaging mechanics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Super Pixel Heroes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-pixel-heroes/id1149840530)

Engage in epic pixelated battles, creating your own superhero identity to defeat villains. Collect and unlock a diverse roster of hilarious action heroes from various themed worlds, unleashing comical finishers and special abilities in retro-style arcade arenas.

**Highlights:** Create superhero identity, Collect legendary heroes, Four thematic worlds (Dino, Jungle, Zombies, Robots), Retro-style arcade action, Unleash hilarious finishers and SPs, Exciting arenas with unique obstacles, Open crates for hero parts

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Parry's Pouch | $0.99 | one-time |
| ATOM Common | $0.99 | one-time |
| NOISY BOY Common. | $0.99 | one-time |
| SPIKE Common. | $0.99 | one-time |
| KING KONG Common. | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rare Starter Pack-Deal | $3.99 | one-time |
| Baloo's Bounty | $4.99 | one-time |
| Epic Starter Pack-Deal | $4.99 | one-time |
| ATOM Legendary. | $9.99 | one-time |
| KING KONG Legendary. | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Great pixel art graphics
- 🔥 Awesome crossover characters
- 🕹️ Simple and intuitive controls
- 🎉 Nostalgic and reminiscent of childhood

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Overpowered AI opponents
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 📺 Too many intrusive ads
- 🔁 Repetitive gameplay loop
- 🔒 Difficulty unlocking new characters

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to connect to servers
- Rewards not unlocking properly
- Game crashes after certain playtime
- Unresponsive controls during fights

**Requested features**

- Add more diverse characters and franchises
- Implement online multiplayer mode
- Allow for deeper character customization
- Introduce new game modes and challenges
- Improve the reward system for progression


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Running in Circle free?

Running in Circle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Super Pixel Heroes free?

Super Pixel Heroes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Running in Circle or Super Pixel Heroes?

Super Pixel Heroes is rated higher. Running in Circle averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Super Pixel Heroes averages 4.6 from 1K ratings.

### Do Running in Circle or Super Pixel Heroes have ads?

Super Pixel Heroes shows ads; Running in Circle does not.

### Which is updated more often, Running in Circle or Super Pixel Heroes?

Running in Circle ships an update every 11 months, and Super Pixel Heroes every 3 months. Most recently, Running in Circle was updated on November 2, 2026 and Super Pixel Heroes on November 2, 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.*