# Huntdown vs ScourgeBringer

The clearest difference is ads: Huntdown at none against ScourgeBringer's shown. Huntdown also leads on review sentiment (87% vs 70%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). ScourgeBringer's advantage is chart position (#141 vs unranked) and price ($5.99 vs $6.99). On rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Huntdown costs $6.99 and ScourgeBringer $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Huntdown against 4.8 for ScourgeBringer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.7K and 485 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of Huntdown's written reviews are positive against 70% of ScourgeBringer's.

Huntdown ships an update every 3 weeks, ScourgeBringer every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Huntdown | ScourgeBringer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $6.99 | **$5.99** |
| Rating | **[4.9 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/huntdown/id1198183067/reviews)** | [4.8 (485 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scourgebringer/id1552864378/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.7K** | 485 |
| Positive reviews | **87.0% of reviews** | 69.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#141** |
| Size | 712 MB | 153 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Coffee Stain Publishing](https://appshunter.io/developer/1198183066) | [Plug In Digital](https://appshunter.io/developer/608306412) |

## What reviewers say

### Huntdown

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/huntdown/id1198183067)

Embark on a retro action-adventure as a bounty hunter cleaning up a crime-ridden city. Utilize unique weapons and strategic combat across 20 levels, battling gangs and bosses in stunning 16-bit pixel art. Experience the full console and PC gameplay optimized for mobile.

**Highlights:** Action platformer gameplay, Retro 16-bit pixel art, Multiple bounty hunters with unique weapons, 20 levels with unique bosses, Fast-paced strategic combat, Console/PC experience optimized for mobile

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent gameplay
- 👍 Great graphics and visuals
- 🎨 Awesome retro style
- 🎮 Smooth controls
- 🎶 Fantastic soundtrack

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes
- 🤯 Very difficult even on easy mode
- 💰 Paid full version required

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when using VPN
- Black screen on launch

**Requested features**

- Co-op multiplayer
- More levels and content
- Controller support
- Difficulty adjustments
- Save progress after boss fights


### ScourgeBringer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scourgebringer/id1552864378)

**Currently charting:** #141 Top Paid · Action, #148 Top Paid · Adventure (US App Store)

Embark on a fast-paced roguelite platforming adventure in a post-apocalyptic world. Control Kyhra, a skilled warrior, as she battles ancient machines and monstrous foes to uncover the secrets of a mysterious entity and potentially save humanity.

**Highlights:** Fast-paced rogue-platforming gameplay, Fluid platforming controls, Frantic combat system, Hordes of enemies and giant bosses, Ever-changing dungeon exploration, Uncover mysteries and secrets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Excellent art style and charming graphics
- ⚡ Smooth, fast-paced, fluid combat system
- 🎮 Great controller support and button mapping
- 🎵 High-quality music and sound design
- 🧩 Engaging roguelike gameplay with solid skill tree

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes on various iOS devices
- 🔊 Audio cuts out when other apps play sound
- ❌ No sound on some devices (iPhone Air)
- 🎮 Touch controls feel awkward and imprecise
- ⚙️ Non-customizable controls limit accessibility

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes immediately on launch (purple screen)
- Crashes on iPad Pro with iOS 17.1.2
- Crashes when connecting wired controller
- Crashes during intense particle effects (3rd floor boss)
- Save and exit reduces HP to 1 unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Customizable control mapping
- Dash button option instead of swipe mechanic
- Static joystick position during combat
- Controller support for all devices
- Casual/easier difficulty modes with progression


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Huntdown free?

Huntdown costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ScourgeBringer free?

ScourgeBringer costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Huntdown or ScourgeBringer?

Huntdown is rated higher. Huntdown averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while ScourgeBringer averages 4.8 from 485 ratings.

### Do Huntdown or ScourgeBringer have ads?

ScourgeBringer shows ads; Huntdown does not.

### Which is updated more often, Huntdown or ScourgeBringer?

Huntdown ships an update every 3 weeks, and ScourgeBringer every 2 months. Most recently, Huntdown was updated on October 14, 2026 and ScourgeBringer on October 14, 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.*