# (re)format Z vs Magic vs Metal

The clearest difference is rating: Magic vs Metal at 4.9 against (re)format Z's 4.1. Magic vs Metal also leads on review sentiment (79% vs 46%) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 18). (re)format Z's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Magic vs Metal sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. (re)format Z asks for nothing beyond the download.

Magic vs Metal holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Magic vs Metal has 1.4K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of (re)format Z's written reviews are positive against 79% of Magic vs Metal's.

(re)format Z ships an update every 3 weeks, Magic vs Metal monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | (re)format Z | Magic vs Metal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reformat-z/id1222873942/reviews) | **[4.9 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-vs-metal/id1521684249/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **1.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 46.2% of reviews | **79.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 577 MB | 981 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Blindflug](https://appshunter.io/developer/893118737) | [Foursaken Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/366197999) |

## What reviewers say

### (re)format Z

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reformat-z/id1222873942)

In a dystopian Zurich controlled by LIBRIA Corp, you play as Alice, a hacker recruited by "The Resistance." Sneak past security, uncover corporate secrets, and learn about historical events that shaped the world to spark a revolution.

**Highlights:** Stealth gameplay, Futuristic Zurich setting, Uncover corporate secrets, Historical narrative, Outsmart security systems, Collect data fragments

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Magic vs Metal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-vs-metal/id1521684249)

Engage in a post-apocalyptic war between biological and mechanical factions. Command armies in real-time strategy or join the fray in third-person shooter mode. Unleash powerful hero abilities and craft unique items to dominate the battlefield.

**Highlights:** Real-time strategy (RTS), Third-person shooter (TPS), Massive single-player campaign, Unique heroes with powerful spells, Item crafting system, Fantasy and sci-fi genre blend, Stunning 3D graphics

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rare Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bonus Vault | $2.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Rare Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Magi | $6.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Mecha | $6.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All | $9.99 | one-time |
| Rare Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Rare Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $19.99 | one-time |
| Rare Coins | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Generous free-to-play model
- 🎨 Great graphics
- 🕹️ Engaging combat
- 🔥 Addictive gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔁 Repetitive and grindy
- 🎮 Needs controller support
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when using too many powers
- Text replaced by jumbled symbols
- Berserker loses self-heal when equipping Crusher weapon
- Unable to progress past certain levels

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer and co-op modes
- More campaign content
- Ability to disable auto-fire
- Seamless view switching
- Improved inventory management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is (re)format Z free?

(re)format Z is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Magic vs Metal free?

Magic vs Metal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, (re)format Z or Magic vs Metal?

Magic vs Metal is rated higher. (re)format Z averages 4.1 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Magic vs Metal averages 4.9 from 1.4K ratings.

### Do (re)format Z or Magic vs Metal have ads?

Magic vs Metal shows ads; (re)format Z does not.

### Which is updated more often, (re)format Z or Magic vs Metal?

(re)format Z ships an update every 3 weeks, and Magic vs Metal monthly. Most recently, (re)format Z was updated on October 26, 2026 and Magic vs Metal on October 30, 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.*