# Pixel Sword Fish io vs Vs. Octopus

Pixel Sword Fish io and Vs. Octopus both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 90% of Pixel Sword Fish io's written reviews are positive against 50% of Vs. Octopus's. Pixel Sword Fish io also leads on ratings volume (129K vs 27). Vs. Octopus's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pixel Sword Fish io sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Vs. Octopus asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Pixel Sword Fish io against 4.5 for Vs. Octopus. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pixel Sword Fish io has 129K ratings behind it against 27, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of Pixel Sword Fish io's written reviews are positive against 50% of Vs. Octopus's.

Pixel Sword Fish io ships an update every 4 weeks, Vs. Octopus weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pixel Sword Fish io | Vs. Octopus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (129K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-sword-fish-io/id1217857298/reviews)** | [4.5 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vs-octopus/id1479005282/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **129K** | 27 |
| Positive reviews | **89.6% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 296 MB | 281 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [zurab inaishvili](https://appshunter.io/developer/885504564) | [Balrog Game Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1479005281) |

## What reviewers say

### Pixel Sword Fish io

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-sword-fish-io/id1217857298)

Engage in fast-paced multiplayer battles by evolving your character and growing your sword. Compete against players worldwide in various game modes, from classic free-for-alls to team-based challenges and survival arenas. Customize your character and unlock powerful swords to dominate the battlefield.

**Highlights:** Fast-paced multiplayer battles, Character customization, Unlock and upgrade swords, Multiple game modes, Collect unique skins, Evolve and grow sword

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gold membership | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| 3000 Gold | $1.99 | one-time |
| 6000 Stars | $2.99 | one-time |
| LVL 10 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove waiting time | $2.99 | one-time |
| 12000 Stars | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| 25000 Stars | $9.99 | one-time |
| LVL 25 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 60 000 Stars | $19.99 | one-time |
| 100000 Stars | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun game
- 👍 Good offline mode
- 👍 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Variety of skins/upgrades
- 👍 Addictive and engaging

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 💰 Slow progression, pay-to-win elements
- 📺 Too many ads
- 🔨 Imbalanced gameplay, overpowered players
- 🔗 Unreliable online/multiplayer

**Reported bugs**

- Connection issues and server disconnects
- Spawn killing and spawn protection problems
- Collision detection and swords going through players
- Progress/data loss after reinstalls
- Freezing and crashing

**Requested features**

- Improved progression system
- Reduced ads or ad-free option
- Better balance and fairness
- More customization options
- Multiplayer improvements (e.g. private matches, leaderboards)


### Vs. Octopus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vs-octopus/id1479005282)

Develop and merge submarines to explore the mysterious underwater world. Dodge and counterattack hostile creatures while discovering new resources and encountering cute but dangerous octopuses. Enjoy easy operation and engaging level design.

**Highlights:** Develop various submarines, Merge submarines of the same class, Explore the underwater world, Defeat underwater enemies, Easy operation, Engaging level design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pixel Sword Fish io free?

Pixel Sword Fish io is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Vs. Octopus free?

Vs. Octopus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Pixel Sword Fish io or Vs. Octopus?

Pixel Sword Fish io is rated higher. Pixel Sword Fish io averages 4.6 out of 5 from 129K ratings, while Vs. Octopus averages 4.5 from 27 ratings.

### Do Pixel Sword Fish io or Vs. Octopus have ads?

Pixel Sword Fish io shows ads; Vs. Octopus does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pixel Sword Fish io or Vs. Octopus?

Pixel Sword Fish io ships an update every 4 weeks, and Vs. Octopus weekly. Most recently, Pixel Sword Fish io was updated on September 27, 2026 and Vs. Octopus on June 1, 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.*