SchattenWurf for Shadowrun vs Cursed Countdowns
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SchattenWurf for Shadowrun
This utility app assists players of the Shadowrun tabletop RPG by simulating dice rolls. It supports various editions and mechanics, including advantage/disadvantage and risk dice. The app is ad-free and works offline, making it a convenient tool for gameplay.
- Dice rolling for Shadowrun RPG
- Supports SR 4/5/6 and Anarchy 2.0
- Automatic hit and glitch counting
- Edge roll support (Rule of Six)
- Anarchy 2.0 mechanics (risk, advantage/disadvantage)
- Offline functionality
- Ad-free experience
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SchattenWurf is a dice rolling app for use with the Shadowrun tabletop RPG (4th/5th/6th Edition + Anarchy 2.0). Roll up to 99 dice and automatically count the rolled hits. Also supports Glitches, "Rule of Six" (for Edge rolls) as well as Shadowrun Anarchy 2.0 dice mechanics (advantage/disadvantage, risk dice, risk reduction). The SchattenWurf app does not need an internet connection and is completely ad free! This is an app developed as a passion project for my fellow Shadowrun players. If you find the app helpful please spread the word and feel free to contact me (see Credits Screen in the app for e-mail address). Note: This is not a standalone game app! It is a utility app intended to be used together with the Shadowrun tabletop roleplaying game. Features: - Simple interface - Quick & easy selection of the amount of dice to roll - Enable "Rule of Six", e.g. for rolls using Edge - Shows Glitches and Critical Glitches - Toggle between SR5/SR6 and SR4 rules (i.e. in SR5/SR6 a glitch occurs if MORE than half the dice you rolled show a one; in SR4 a Glitch occurs if HALF OR MORE of the dice rolled come up as 1s) - Support for Anarchy 2.0 with risk dice, risk reduction and advantage/disadvantage rolls - Dice-rolling sounds (Optional) - Automatically sort rolled dice from highest to lowest (Optional)
Cursed Countdowns
Create visually striking countdowns for any event, from exciting trips to mysterious happenings. This app offers dark, atmospheric themes and shareable designs to make waiting an unforgettable experience. Add widgets to your home screen and Apple Watch for easy tracking.
- Striking, modern design
- Dark and eerie themes
- Unlimited countdowns
- Day-accurate tracking
- Shareable designs
- Home screen and Apple Watch widgets
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Count the days to your most thrilling, mysterious, or downright terrifying events. Cursed Countdowns turns any date into a story worth sharing – from epic trips and celebrations to ominous, unexplained moments only you understand. Whether you’re planning a Halloween party, waiting for a horror movie release, or setting a date with a cryptic twist, Cursed Countdowns makes the wait unforgettable. FEATURES: • Striking, modern design with bold skull iconography • Dark and eerie themes for maximum atmosphere • Create unlimited countdowns – as many as you want • Day-accurate tracking for every event you add • Shareable design that sparks curiosity when shown to friends or posted online • Widgets for your home-screen and Apple Watch PERFECT FOR: • Halloween events & haunted houses • Horror movie and game releases • Inside jokes & mysterious reminders • Apocalyptic memes and viral social posts • Trips, concerts, and milestones – with a spooky edge HOW IT WORKS: 1. Name your cursed event 2. Pick the date 3. Choose your cursed style 4. Watch the days disappear Unlike standard countdown apps, Cursed Countdowns is built to be fun, bold, and shareable. It’s designed to grab attention when you show it to friends, post it on social media, or stream it live during events. It’s not just a countdown – it’s an experience. Cursed Countdowns Pro unlocks additional themes, and removes watermarks from social media exports. Privacy Policy: https://fivesheep.co/privacy/cursedcountdowns End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SchattenWurf for Shadowrun at none against Cursed Countdowns's 2. Cursed Countdowns's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 months). On price, review sentiment, 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
Both are free to download. Cursed Countdowns sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. SchattenWurf for Shadowrun asks for nothing beyond the download.
SchattenWurf for Shadowrun ships an update every 3 months, Cursed Countdowns every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SchattenWurf for Shadowrun | Cursed Countdowns |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (6 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 18.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 63 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Daniel Benkmann | FiveSheep OU |
Customer experience
SchattenWurf for Shadowrun
Cursed Countdowns
In-app purchases
SchattenWurf for Shadowrun
No in-app purchases
Cursed Countdowns
- Pro Monthly1 Month trial$1.991 Month
- Pro Lifetime$4.99
Questions
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