Comparison

Catastrophe vs Shadow Cast

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

Head to head
About

Catastrophe

Test your reflexes and focus in this challenging physics game. Guide adorable kittens through obstacles and solve puzzles by swiping and following on-screen instructions. It's a frustrating yet fun test of your multitasking abilities.

Highlights
  • Simple touch screen controls
  • Challenging obstacles
  • Adorable rolling kittens
  • Catchy tunes
  • Endless hours of fun
Features
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How hard could balancing a cat be? Find out as you try keeping Kati the kitten & Co. balanced while solving puzzles, swiping obstacles, and following on screen instructions in this frustrating, ball balancing, physics game of multitasking madness. Let Catastrophe train and challenge your reflexes, speed, focus, and accuracy. Put your concentration to the test and prove that you are a Multitasking Champ! Features: - Simple touch screen controls - Challenging obstacles - Adorable rolling kittens - Catchy tunes - Endless hours of fun!

About

Shadow Cast

Features
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Unlock the Ultimate 3D Illusion! Rotate chaotic 3D fragments. Match the perfect shadow. Beat the clock. Shadow Cast is a visually stunning, mind-bending puzzle game that pushes your spatial imagination to the limit. Swipe to spin shattered geometric shapes until their shadow flawlessly aligns with the hidden silhouette on the wall. It sounds simple... but your eyes will deceive you. Key Features: 49 Mind-Bending Levels: Master complex, asymmetric shapes designed to trick your brain. Silky Smooth Controls: Effortless one-finger rotation with a deeply satisfying neon "snap" when you find the perfect angle. Race the Clock: Feel the adrenaline. Can you find the true perspective before time runs out? Game Center Integration: Compete with puzzle masters worldwide! Global Leaderboards: Prove your skills on 3 distinct ladders: • Master of Shadow (Highest Level Reached) • Perfect Streaks (Most consecutive flawless clears) • Total Speedster (Fastest total clear time for the ultimate hardcore players) Achievements: Unlock exclusive titles like "Darkness Explorer" and the legendary 100-point "Shadow God" by collecting all 147 stars. Are you sharp enough to find the hidden achievement? Are you ready to see through the illusion? Download Shadow Cast now and put your brain to the test!

Screenshots

Catastrophe4 screens
Shadow Cast4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Catastrophe at none against Shadow Cast's 6. Catastrophe also leads on iOS requirement (7.1.2 vs 26.2). 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. Shadow Cast sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Catastrophe asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Catastrophe versus Shadow Cast: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCatastropheShadow Cast
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS7.1.2 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoshua SpeightGuangzhou Feynman Information Technology Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

Catastrophe

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Shadow Cast

One-time6
  • 1 Minute Time Extension$0.99
  • 1 Hint$0.99
  • Master Ticket Discount$0.99
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  • 5 Hints Pack$3.99
  • 5 Minutes Time Extension$3.99
  • Master Levels Ticket$9.99

Questions

Is Catastrophe free?
Catastrophe is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shadow Cast free?
Shadow Cast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Catastrophe or Shadow Cast have ads?
Neither Catastrophe nor Shadow Cast shows ads.

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