Comparison

The Archers vs Ragdoll Throw Challenge

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

Head to head
About

The Archers

Engage in a challenging 2D archery game where you must defeat waves of stickman enemies. Aim for headshots or torso hits to eliminate them quickly, and collect apples to restore your health. The game features simple drag-and-release controls for targeting and firing.

Highlights
  • Defeat stickman enemies with a bow
  • Headshots and torso hits for elimination
  • Restore health by hitting apples
  • Simple drag-and-release controls
  • Hardcore 2D gameplay
Features
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Game "Archers" - is a hardcore 2d time killer. You need to defeat as many enemy stickman as you can by your bow before they kill you. The enemy stickmen is killed by two hits in the torso or one headshot. Hit apple and you restore one health point. There is simple and intuitive operation in the game. For targeting and firing power simply drag the player, and then lower it to shoot. I hope you will like this archery game. E-mail us your suggestions to improve the gameplay. Enjoy the game!

About

Ragdoll Throw Challenge

Engage in a physics-based arcade game where you control a ragdoll character. Grab weapons and throw them at enemies across various levels, utilizing your skills to overcome challenges and customize your warrior.

Highlights
  • Ragdoll physics gameplay
  • Multiple levels and challenges
  • Character customization
  • Wide arsenal of weapons
  • Simple controls
Features
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Ragdoll Throw Challenge is a fun physics-based action game where every throw can lead to victory or complete chaos! Control your ragdoll stickman, move through dangerous environments, grab powerful weapons, and throw them at your enemies. Use timing, precision, and the unpredictable power of ragdoll physics to overcome obstacles and complete challenging levels. Game Features: • Fun Ragdoll Physics - Enjoy hilarious movements, unexpected falls, and action-packed physics gameplay. • Simple Controls - Easily control your stickman, grab objects, aim, and throw weapons. • Challenging Levels - Escape dangerous situations, defeat enemies, avoid traps, and solve physics-based challenges. • Character Customization - Create your own unique stickman warrior with different customization options. • Wide Weapon Arsenal - Discover and use swords, axes, spears, and many other throwable weapons. • Action and Chaos - Every level offers unpredictable battles, funny moments, and new ways to defeat your opponents. Master the ragdoll physics, improve your throwing skills, and become the ultimate stickman warrior!

Screenshots

The Archers4 screens
Ragdoll Throw Challenge4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ragdoll Throw Challenge at none against The Archers's 1. Ragdoll Throw Challenge also leads on ratings volume (151 vs 28). The Archers's advantage is rating (3.6 vs 3.2) and review sentiment (57% vs 37%). On price, update cadence, ads and 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

Both are free to download. The Archers sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Ragdoll Throw Challenge asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

The Archers holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ragdoll Throw Challenge has 151 ratings behind it against 28, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of The Archers's written reviews are positive against 37% of Ragdoll Throw Challenge's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Archers ships an update every 42 months, Ragdoll Throw Challenge every 32 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
The Archers versus Ragdoll Throw Challenge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe ArchersRagdoll Throw Challenge
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (28 ratings) — better3.2 (151 ratings)
Positive reviews57.1% of reviews — better36.7% of reviews
Number of ratings28151 — better
Update frequencyEvery 42 monthsEvery 32 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size92 MB295 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperBYVNikita Shirmankin

Customer experience

The Archers

All ratings28 ratings
Positive60.7%
Neutral7.1%
Negative32.1%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%

Ragdoll Throw Challenge

All ratings130 ratings
Positive45.4%
Neutral9.2%
Negative45.4%
Written reviews60 reviews
Positive36.7%
Neutral10.0%
Negative53.3%

Bugs and requests

The Archers

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Ragdoll Throw Challenge

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Invisible wall at level 34
  • Enemies don't die
  • Swords pass through enemies
  • Game crashes on iPhone 11 Pro Max
  • Game doesn't load
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  • App closes instantly on opening
  • Stickman doesn't load
  • Physics issues
  • Flying bug in soccer mode
  • Missing arrows for aiming

Requested features

9 requests
  • Fix invisible walls
  • Reduce game difficulty
  • Improve optimization
  • Fix sword throwing mechanics
  • Add British flag to soccer mode
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  • Fix full screen issue
  • Bring back swords
  • Add more cosmetics
  • Fix app rating discrepancy

In-app purchases

1 purchases

The Archers

One-time1
  • Disabling advertising$0.99
None

Ragdoll Throw Challenge

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The Archers free?
The Archers is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ragdoll Throw Challenge free?
Ragdoll Throw Challenge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, The Archers or Ragdoll Throw Challenge?
The Archers is rated higher. The Archers averages 3.6 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Ragdoll Throw Challenge averages 3.2 from 151 ratings.
Do The Archers or Ragdoll Throw Challenge have ads?
Both The Archers and Ragdoll Throw Challenge show ads.
Which is updated more often, The Archers or Ragdoll Throw Challenge?
The Archers ships an update every 42 months, and Ragdoll Throw Challenge every 32 months. Most recently, The Archers was updated on November 2, 2026 and Ragdoll Throw Challenge on November 11, 2026.

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