Comparison

Monkey Ropes vs Back2Back

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

Head to head
About

Monkey Ropes

Swing through a challenging retro jungle as a monkey, dodging enemies and collecting coins. Unlock over 50 characters and explore diverse environments. Can you escape the jungle's perils?

Highlights
  • Retro swinging gameplay
  • 50+ unlockable characters
  • Dodge enemies and obstacles
  • Explore jungle environments
  • Collect coins and secret boxes
  • Challenge Mode
Features
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A super hard, funky monkey retro swinging jungle simulator! It’s time to monkey around, jumping from tree to tree trying to escape the jungle, where everything is out to get you! From snappy crocodiles to hungry piranhas you’ll never escape the wildlife! Welcome to the world of Monkey Ropes! Brought to you by the creators of Icy Ropes, Bouncy Bits & Fishy Bits! Collect coins, open up secret jungly boxes, and unlock a super awesome collection of characters! - Super Hard! - 50+ Characters to Unlock - Lots of enemies and obstacles to dodge and traverse! - Explore the Jungle, Treetops, Lava Pits, and Mystery Caves! - Don't pull your buddy over the edge! - Challenge Mode! - Supports 13 Languages! - Unicorns PLEASE NOTE: Monkey Ropes is completely free to play. However, some items can be purchased for real money. If you don't want to use this feature, please disable in-app purchases in your devices settings. Monkey Ropes was developed by PlaySide, the developers behind Editors' Choice title "Catch The Ark", Icy Ropes, Lego Batman, Batman v Superman, Spongebob : Sponge on the Run and Bouncy Bits.. Let us know what you would love to see in our next update at : www.playsidestudios.com

About

Back2Back

Experience an intense cooperative adventure designed exclusively for two players, each on their own device. Navigate perilous situations, drive, shoot, and survive by switching roles to overcome challenges and test your synchronization and communication.

Highlights
  • Exclusive two-player co-op gameplay
  • Drive and shoot mechanics
  • Role-switching for dynamic challenges
  • Gyroscope controls for immersive play
  • Increasing difficulty with progression
  • Tests communication and synchronization
Features
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Discover Back 2 Back, the ultimate cooperative game for two players! Perfect for those who loved games for couples like It Takes Two, Split Fiction and Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes, Back2Back offers you an unforgettable duo gaming experience. A game exclusively for two players Back 2 Back is a mobile game that is played exclusively by two players, each on their own phone! This racing game will test your cooperation and reflexes. As a duo, you will have to navigate through complex and perilous situations if you want to go as far as possible. Of all the couple games like It Takes Two, Back 2 Back is the best to test your synchronization. Only the most skilled among you can claim victory! Drive, shoot, survive! Welcome to the ultimate experience in couple games, where your partnership is the key to success. In this thrilling adventure, you and your partner must work as a team to navigate through challenges. One player takes the wheel, mastering the art of speed and agility, while the other provides cover, shooting down enemies to clear the path. This isn't just any game; it's one of those couples games that brings you closer, testing your communication and coordination. Swap roles, share the thrill, and experience the joy of victory together. Perfect for couples looking to bond and enjoy quality time, this game is your go-to for fun and connection! Switch roles to go further In the Back2Back video game, you will need to use a unique mechanic to get out of the most tense situations: the Switch! Indeed, some robots can only be destroyed by one of the two players. Become the shooter instead of the driver, and vice versa! Switch roles to maximize your chances of survival in this ruthless, robot-infested universe. In this racing game, boredom is impossible! Your reflexes will be put to the test, and you will have to switch from the trigger to the wheel in no time. Communication, trust & complicity! Back2Back is the perfect game to play as a couple or with a friend and test your synergy and complicity! Without communication, there is no redemption. To escape the various enemies, you will need to communicate to go as far as possible. Discover or rediscover your partner's talents and experience a unique sharing experience. Strengthen your bonds and your relationship by pushing your limits to infinity! Only the best duos can hope to succeed in this two-player racing game. Easy to handle and a gameplay with multiple challenges Whether you are an expert or a novice in shooting games or racing games, it doesn't matter! Back 2 Back offers you a tailored experience. Indeed, the difficulty increases as you progress in this two-player game, with more obstacles and enemies to face! This car game is very easy to handle and uses gyroscope controls for an immersive and dynamic adventure. But the most skillful players among you will not be left out! Try to go as far as possible to achieve the highest scores and become a master in the art of taking down killer robots! A constantly evolving mobile game Back2Back is one of the two-player games that will revolutionize your moments of sharing as a couple or with a friend. Many new features are already in preparation in our studio to offer you an unforgettable duo gaming experience! Your feedback is welcome! To send us your suggestions and comments, you can use the form on the game's homepage!

Screenshots

Monkey Ropes4 screens
Back2Back4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Back2Back at none against Monkey Ropes's shown. Back2Back also leads on review sentiment (73% vs 48%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). Monkey Ropes's advantage is ratings volume (29K vs 157) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Monkey Ropes sells 14 one-off in-app purchases and Back2Back sells 26 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Monkey Ropes against 4.8 for Back2Back. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Monkey Ropes has 29K ratings behind it against 157, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 48% of Monkey Ropes's written reviews are positive against 73% of Back2Back's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Monkey Ropes ships an update every 6 weeks, Back2Back fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Monkey Ropes versus Back2Back: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMonkey RopesBack2Back
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (29K ratings)4.8 (157 ratings) — better
Positive reviews48.0% of reviews72.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings29K — better157
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size137 MB783 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperPlaySideTwo Frogs

Customer experience

Monkey Ropes

All ratings29,477 ratings
Positive90.5%
Neutral4.8%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews575 reviews
Positive48.0%
Neutral11.8%
Negative40.2%

Back2Back

All ratings150 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral0.7%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews55 reviews
Positive72.7%
Neutral1.8%
Negative25.5%

Bugs and requests

Monkey Ropes

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Game freezing or closing when watching ads
  • Inconsistent physics and collision detection
  • Graphical glitches with certain character models

Requested features

4 requests
  • More challenging levels and modes
  • Additional characters and customization options
  • Ability to play with friends or online
  • Reduced advertisements or option to remove them

Back2Back

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

14 purchases

Monkey Ropes

One-time14
  • Jaguars$0.99
  • Sloths$0.99
  • Tigers$0.99
Show 11 more
  • Fishy Bits GoldFish$0.99
  • Boulders$0.99
  • Wolves$0.99
  • Sausage Dog$1.99
  • Parrots$1.99
  • RattleSnake$2.99
  • Remove Ads$2.99
  • First Purchase Package$2.99
  • Dragon$3.99
  • Unicorns$3.99
  • Pride Sheep$3.99
26 purchases

Back2Back

One-time26
  • Coins x10.0002 variants$0.99
  • Beginner Pack$0.99
  • 1000 coins bundle$0.99
Show 23 more
  • Coins x61.5002 variants$4.99
  • Bloom Valley Pack$5.99
  • Premium Pass Bloom Valley Part 1$5.99
  • Malibu Lagoon Pack$5.99
  • Aurora Peaks Pack3 variants$5.99
  • Premium Pass Aurora Peaks Part 3$5.99
  • Premium Pass Aurora Peaks 1$5.99
  • Premium Pass Fall Festival 3$5.99
  • Fall Festival Pack3 variants$5.99
  • Premium Pass Fall Festival 2$5.99
  • Pack Malibu Lagoon$5.99
  • Coins x125.000$9.99
  • Super Pack Bloom Valley$12.99
  • Super Pack Aurora Peaks3 variants$12.99
  • Super Pack Fall Festival3 variants$12.99
  • Premium Pass Full Price$12.99
  • Super Pack Malibu Lagoon$12.99
  • Beginner Pack$14.99
  • Coins x275.0002 variants$19.99
  • Pack Malibu Lagoon$24.99
  • Super Pack Malibu Lagoon$39.99
  • Coins x690.0002 variants$49.99
  • Coins x1.400.0002 variants$99.99

Questions

Is Monkey Ropes free?
Monkey Ropes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Back2Back free?
Back2Back is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Monkey Ropes or Back2Back?
Back2Back is rated higher. Monkey Ropes averages 4.6 out of 5 from 29K ratings, while Back2Back averages 4.8 from 157 ratings.
Do Monkey Ropes or Back2Back have ads?
Monkey Ropes shows ads; Back2Back does not.
Which is updated more often, Monkey Ropes or Back2Back?
Monkey Ropes ships an update every 6 weeks, and Back2Back fortnightly. Most recently, Monkey Ropes was updated on October 27, 2026 and Back2Back on October 25, 2026.

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