FEZ Pocket Edition vs Ugly
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Perspective shifting
- Dimensional manipulation
- Open-ended exploration
- Puzzle solving
- Hidden secrets and treasures
- Time and space journey
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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.
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.
- Innovative mirror mechanic for puzzle-solving
- Deep, text-less narrative
- Visually stunning art style
- Mind-bending puzzle rooms
- Epic boss battles
- Controller support
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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?
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
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.
| Parameter | FEZ Pocket Edition | Ugly |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | $4.99 |
| Rating | 4.2 (530 ratings) | 4.4 (40 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 64.8% of reviews | 72.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 530 — better | 40 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 11.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 167 MB | 607 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Polytron Inc. | Plug In Digital |
Customer experience
FEZ Pocket Edition
Ugly
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
FEZ Pocket Edition
No in-app purchases
Ugly
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is FEZ Pocket Edition free?
Is Ugly free?
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