Comparison

30 Seconds Dodge vs Shape Rhythm

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

Head to head
About

30 Seconds Dodge

Survive for 30 seconds by dodging incoming blocks. This game focuses purely on evasion, not combat. It features 48 challenging levels, with a particularly difficult hard mode for experienced players.

Highlights
  • Dodge blocks for 30 seconds
  • No shooting or combat mechanics
  • 48 challenging levels
  • Difficult hard mode
  • Focus on survival
Features
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This is NOT a shooting game. You can not fire missiles. Dodging the blocks for 30 seconds is the only way to survive. The hard mode is very difficult. If you are good at shooting games, I recommend playing the hard mode. This game has 48 levels.

About

Shape Rhythm

Experience a unique co-op musical bullet hell game. Dance through chaotic scenarios, avoiding dynamic shapes while grooving to catchy beats. Play solo or team up with friends for an exhilarating rhythm and mayhem fusion.

Highlights
  • Cooperative musical bullet hell
  • Rhythm game fusion
  • Intense and accessible gameplay
  • Cooperative story mode
  • Challenge runs
  • Mesmerizing soundtrack and visuals
  • Online and split-screen co-op
Features
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Immerse yourself in the pulsating world of Shape Rhythm, a revolutionary co-op musical experience where chaos meets collaboration. Dance through bullet hell scenarios, avoiding dynamic Shapes while grooving to kick-ass Beats in a symphony of rhythm and mayhem. Whether braving the challenge alone or uniting with friends, Shape Rhythm introduces a unique spin to the SHMUP genre, merging the intensity of bullet hell with the magic of cooperative gameplay. Shape Rhythm is not just a game; it's a symphony of shapes, beats, and collaboration that delivers an exhilarating and accessible musical bullet hell experience. Game Features: Chaotic Co-op Musical Bullet Hell: Navigate a mesmerizing world where Shapes and Beats collide in a chaotic dance. Rhythm Game Fusion: Experience the fusion of a bullet hell shoot-'em-up with the exhilaration of a rhythm game. Intense and Accessible Gameplay: Escape alive, feel the growing desire for survival, and immerse yourself in the catchy soundtrack that accompanies the action. In-App Features: Cooperative Story Mode and Challenge Runs: Take on Challenge Runs for an extra layer of difficulty and compete for high scores with friends or players worldwide. Mesmerizing Soundtrack and Visuals: Delight in clear and pleasant visuals, finding the perfect balance between challenge and accessibility. Dynamic Difficulty with Nice Tunes: Revel in nice tunes as you progress through levels, creating an immersive and enjoyable gaming experience. Player Modes: Single-player; Online PvP; Shared/Split Screen PvP; Online Co-op; Shared/Split Screen Co-op. Dance to the rhythm, avoid the shapes, and immerse yourself in the harmonious chaos of Shape Rhythm.

Screenshots

30 Seconds Dodge2 screens
Shape Rhythm4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 30 Seconds Dodge at 92% against Shape Rhythm's 48%. 30 Seconds Dodge also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and rating (4.5 vs 4.2). Shape Rhythm's advantage is ratings volume (195 vs 65) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support 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. Shape Rhythm sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 30 Seconds Dodge asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

30 Seconds Dodge holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 65 and 195 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of 30 Seconds Dodge's written reviews are positive against 48% of Shape Rhythm's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

30 Seconds Dodge ships an update every 3 months, Shape Rhythm every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on August 17, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
30 Seconds Dodge versus Shape Rhythm: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter30 Seconds DodgeShape Rhythm
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (65 ratings) — better4.2 (195 ratings)
Positive reviews91.7% of reviews — better48.4% of reviews
Number of ratings65195 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 7 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB206 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperFujiCubeSoftLam Dao Thi Thanh

Customer experience

30 Seconds Dodge

All ratings65 ratings
Positive86.2%
Neutral6.2%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive91.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative0.0%

Shape Rhythm

All ratings195 ratings
Positive79.5%
Neutral4.6%
Negative15.9%
Written reviews91 reviews
Positive48.4%
Neutral13.2%
Negative38.5%

Bugs and requests

30 Seconds Dodge

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Shape Rhythm

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Keeps crashing
  • Game crashes occasionally
  • Game freezes after ad
  • Ad turns off all sounds
  • Game bugs and doesn't let you play
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  • Attacks are unpredictable
  • Game lags or crashes
  • No audio

Requested features

10 requests
  • Add more songs
  • Add story mode and bosses
  • Extend 'together forever'
  • Make it a bit easier
  • Show which is the boss and which is normal
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  • Add more levels and updates
  • Improve indications for obstacles
  • Make ads less frequent or optional
  • Add more stages
  • Make it less difficult

In-app purchases

None

30 Seconds Dodge

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Shape Rhythm

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is 30 Seconds Dodge free?
30 Seconds Dodge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shape Rhythm free?
Shape Rhythm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 30 Seconds Dodge or Shape Rhythm?
30 Seconds Dodge is rated higher. 30 Seconds Dodge averages 4.5 out of 5 from 65 ratings, while Shape Rhythm averages 4.2 from 195 ratings.
Do 30 Seconds Dodge or Shape Rhythm have ads?
Both 30 Seconds Dodge and Shape Rhythm show ads.
Which is updated more often, 30 Seconds Dodge or Shape Rhythm?
30 Seconds Dodge ships an update every 3 months, and Shape Rhythm every 7 months. Most recently, 30 Seconds Dodge was updated on August 17, 2026 and Shape Rhythm on September 25, 2026.

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