Comparison

FEZ Pocket Edition vs Ugly

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

Head to head
About

FEZ Pocket Edition

Embark on a mind-bending journey through a world that shifts between 2D and 3D. Manipulate dimensions to solve puzzles and explore a vast, secret-filled universe. Uncover the truth about reality and perception by changing your viewpoint.

Highlights
  • Perspective shifting
  • Dimensional manipulation
  • Open-ended exploration
  • Puzzle solving
  • Hidden secrets and treasures
  • Time and space journey
Features
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Gomez is a 2D creature living in a 2D world. Or is he? When the existence of a mysterious 3rd dimension is revealed to him, Gomez is sent out on a journey that will take him to the very end of time and space. Use your ability to navigate 3D structures from 4 distinct classic 2D perspectives. Explore a serene and beautiful open-ended world full of secrets, puzzles and hidden treasures. Unearth the mysteries of the past and discover the truth about reality and perception. Change your perspective and look at the world in a different way.

About

Ugly

A dark fairytale puzzle-platformer where you use an innovative mirror mechanic to solve challenges and explore a tormented nobleman's psyche. Unravel a text-less narrative through mind-bending puzzles and epic boss battles in a visually stunning world.

Highlights
  • Innovative mirror mechanic for puzzle-solving
  • Deep, text-less narrative
  • Visually stunning art style
  • Mind-bending puzzle rooms
  • Epic boss battles
  • Controller support
Features
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Embark on an unforgettable voyage through a tormented nobleman's psyche in "Ugly," a dark fairytale turned mobile puzzle-platformer. Navigate a world awash in tragedy, armed with an innovative mirror mechanic that allows you to face puzzles—and yourself—like never before. Dive deep into the enigmatic world of "Ugly" and get ready to confront truths as unsettling as they are enlightening. Are you brave enough to face what's hidden in the mirror? Key Features: - Innovative Mirror Mechanic: Generate a shadowy reflection to swap places with, unlocking new angles for puzzle-solving and exploration. - Deep Narrative: Unravel a profound, text-less story that delves into the corners of a broken mind. Each puzzle room you conquer brings clarity to your clouded past. - Visually Stunning: Immerse yourself in an intricately crafted world, where every detail, from the moody lighting to the ethereal art style, serves the narrative. - Mind-Bending Puzzles: Conquer intricately designed puzzle rooms, each offering a fresh challenge and a fragment of your past. - Epic Boss Battles: Engage with towering bosses that test not just your reflexes, but also your resolve. - Discover Hidden Secrets: Unlock alternate endings and hidden rooms for an enriched gameplay experience. - Exceptional Soundscapes: Atmospheric music that perfectly complements each twist and turn in your unsettling journey. - Controller Support: Experience the game seamlessly with MFI Bluetooth controller support. The game’s title isn't a reflection of its beautifully dark world, but of the unsettling truths you'll uncover. Are you ready to face the "Ugly" in you?

Screenshots

FEZ Pocket Edition4 screens
Ugly4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Ugly at fortnightly against FEZ Pocket Edition's every 4 months. FEZ Pocket Edition's advantage is ratings volume (530 vs 40) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 11.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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

FEZ Pocket Edition costs $4.99 and Ugly $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ugly holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FEZ Pocket Edition has 530 ratings behind it against 40, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of FEZ Pocket Edition's written reviews are positive against 73% of Ugly's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FEZ Pocket Edition ships an update every 4 months, Ugly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FEZ Pocket Edition versus Ugly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFEZ Pocket EditionUgly
Price$4.99$4.99
Rating4.2 (530 ratings)4.4 (40 ratings) — better
Positive reviews64.8% of reviews72.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings530 — better40
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better11.0
Further details — not scored
Size167 MB607 MB
Age rating9+17+
DeveloperPolytron Inc.Plug In Digital

Customer experience

FEZ Pocket Edition

All ratings528 ratings
Positive80.7%
Neutral6.6%
Negative12.7%
Written reviews256 reviews
Positive64.8%
Neutral11.7%
Negative23.4%

Ugly

All ratings40 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive72.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative27.3%

Bugs and requests

FEZ Pocket Edition

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes when collecting certain cubes
  • Inability to rotate objects in some puzzles
  • Telescope feature not working
  • Inconsistent performance on newer devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Customizable button sizes
  • Support for MFi controllers
  • Ability to zoom in on the game world
  • Improved save/sync functionality across devices

Ugly

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

FEZ Pocket Edition

No in-app purchases

None

Ugly

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FEZ Pocket Edition free?
FEZ Pocket Edition costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ugly free?
Ugly costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FEZ Pocket Edition or Ugly?
Ugly is rated higher. FEZ Pocket Edition averages 4.2 out of 5 from 530 ratings, while Ugly averages 4.4 from 40 ratings.
Do FEZ Pocket Edition or Ugly have ads?
Neither FEZ Pocket Edition nor Ugly shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FEZ Pocket Edition or Ugly?
FEZ Pocket Edition ships an update every 4 months, and Ugly fortnightly. Most recently, FEZ Pocket Edition was updated on October 26, 2026 and Ugly on October 24, 2026.

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