# Super Pixel Heroes vs Backstorm Attack

The clearest difference is rating: Super Pixel Heroes at 4.6 against Backstorm Attack's 3.0. Super Pixel Heroes also leads on ratings volume (1K vs 3). Backstorm Attack's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Super Pixel Heroes sells 12 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.

Super Pixel Heroes holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Super Pixel Heroes has 1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Super Pixel Heroes ships an update every 3 months, Backstorm Attack every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Super Pixel Heroes | Backstorm Attack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-pixel-heroes/id1149840530/reviews)** | [3.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backstorm-attack-endless-rpg-war-runner/id1222575451/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 78.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 379 MB | 165 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Reliance Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1673672114) | [Appgeneration Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/386316599) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 (12)**

| 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 |
| MIDAS 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 |
| Chuckle's Chest | $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


### 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 Super Pixel Heroes free?

Super Pixel Heroes 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, Super Pixel Heroes or Backstorm Attack?

Super Pixel Heroes is rated higher. Super Pixel Heroes averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Backstorm Attack averages 3.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Super Pixel Heroes or Backstorm Attack have ads?

Super Pixel Heroes shows ads; Backstorm Attack does not.

### Which is updated more often, Super Pixel Heroes or Backstorm Attack?

Super Pixel Heroes ships an update every 3 months, and Backstorm Attack every 11 days. Most recently, Super Pixel Heroes was updated on October 20, 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.*