Comparison

Pokémon Quest vs OneCast

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

Head to head
About

Pokémon Quest

Embark on an expedition RPG adventure with cube-shaped Pokémon on Tumblecube Island. Battle wild Pokémon with simple tap controls, befriend new creatures to build your team, and customize your base camp with fun decorations. Discover hidden treasures and enjoy lively battles.

Highlights
  • Cube-shaped Pokémon characters
  • Expedition-based RPG gameplay
  • Simple tap-to-battle mechanics
  • Befriend and collect Pokémon
  • Team building and customization
  • Base camp decoration
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Pokémon Quest—a rambunctious expedition RPG featuring cube-shaped Pokémon! • The Pokémon you know and love have turned into...cubes?! Head out in search of treasure with your cube-shaped Pokémon buddies on Tumblecube Island—a land where everything is a cube! Your goal is to find the awesome goodies said to be hidden on the island ! The Pokémon you know and love from Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue appear in this game. • Battle by tapping! The simple controls make for lively and fun battles! Danger is lurking, so you’ll need the help of your Pokémon buddies on your expeditions on the island. When wild Pokémon appear, your Pokémon will battle ferociously and knock them out one after another! • Befriend Pokémon to make your own unique team! You can use the items you get from your expeditions to befriend more Pokémon or make your Pokémon stronger. Make more buddies to create a team that’s all your own, and head out on more expeditions! • Spruce up your base camp with cute decorations! Your base camp is your home for this adventure, and you can spruce it up however you like with cute and fun decorations! These decorations can also make your expeditions on the island more beneficial. ■ Notes ・ Terms of Use Please read the Terms of Use before using this application. ・ Saved data Your play data for this game will only be saved on your local device. You can only store saved data on the server by using the backup function within the application. We recommend that players back up their data often. ・ Compatible operating systems iOS: iOS9 or higher Note: This application may not function properly on iPhone 5 and other devices that are not compatible with iOS 11. Note: This application may not function properly on some devices due to individual differences in customers' operating systems or methods of use. ・ Connection environment A poor internet connection when communicating with the server from within the game, such as when you're buying items from the shop, can lead to your data becoming corrupted or lost. Please make sure you are in a location with good reception when using features that rely on an internet connection. If communication is lost momentarily, you may be able to resume play in some cases by trying again a short time later. Please note that we're unable to assist you if you experience problems due to communication errors. ・ Before making purchases Please make sure that you can use the free-of-charge features of this product with no issues on your device before you make purchases. Certain devices and/or configurations may also cause the application to fail to work. ・ For inquiries Please visit support.pokemon.com to report issues about Pokémon Quest.

About

OneCast

Transform your iPhone or iPad into an Xbox companion. Stream games from your console or the cloud, anywhere. Enjoy high-fidelity visuals and full controller support for an immersive gaming experience on the go.

Highlights
  • Stream Xbox games from console or cloud
  • Near-zero latency streaming
  • Up to 1440p resolution
  • Full Xbox controller support
  • Keyboard and mouse support
  • Xbox Party Chat
  • Picture-in-Picture mode
Features
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Transform your iPhone or iPad into the ultimate Xbox companion with OneCast. Whether the TV is unavailable, you're craving the comfort of another room, or you're away from home – OneCast puts your gaming session at your fingertips. Note: OneCast is an independent app designed for use with Xbox systems, but it is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Microsoft Corporation or the Xbox brand. Any queries or requests for support or technical assistance should be directed solely to the OneCast development team, as Microsoft is not involved in or responsible for this application. YOUR GAMES, EVERYWHERE • Stream directly from your personal Xbox console with near-zero latency in up to 1440p • Play Xbox games from the cloud, no console required • Access your Xbox library from anywhere – at home or on the go STUNNING VISUAL FIDELITY • Special High Quality video mode delivers exceptionally crisp and detailed visuals • Adjustable resolution settings to optimize performance for any network condition • Full-screen display option eliminates black bars for maximum immersion ULTIMATE CONTROL • Full support for Xbox controllers via Bluetooth or USB-C, with optimized experience for form-fitting controllers like Backbone and GameSir • Advanced keyboard and mouse support with Native Passthrough for games with built-in K&M support and Virtual Controller mode for precision aiming in any game (including proper mouse pointer lock on iPad) • Fully customizable on-screen controller with adjustable layout, opacity, and size FULL-FEATURED GAMEPLAY • Xbox Party Chat with sophisticated echo cancellation technology • Play Xbox 360 classics on your iOS devices • Enjoy local co-op gaming with multiple controllers on a single device • External display support for big-screen gaming anywhere using standard adapters (e.g. USB-C to HDMI or Lightning to HDMI) SEAMLESS MULTITASKING • Picture-in-Picture mode keeps your game visible while you use other apps • Quickly switch between your game and guides, messages, or social media Compatible with Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles. Note: For optimal performance, connect your Xbox via ethernet cable and use a 5GHz WiFi connection for your iOS device. Free 7-day trial, then unlock unlimited access with a one-time purchase.

Screenshots

Pokémon Quest4 screens
OneCast4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: OneCast at monthly against Pokémon Quest's every 3 months. Pokémon Quest's advantage is review sentiment (75% vs 61%) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Pokémon Quest sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and OneCast sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

OneCast holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19K and 9.6K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of Pokémon Quest's written reviews are positive against 61% of OneCast's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pokémon Quest ships an update every 3 months, OneCast monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Pokémon Quest versus OneCast: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPokémon QuestOneCast
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (19K ratings)4.5 (9.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.2% of reviews — better61.4% of reviews
Number of ratings19K — better9.6K
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size306 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe Pokemon CompanyBitwise Solutions Limited

Customer experience

Pokémon Quest

All ratings19,310 ratings
Positive81.6%
Neutral5.4%
Negative12.9%
Written reviews2,124 reviews
Positive75.2%
Neutral9.9%
Negative14.8%

OneCast

All ratings9,210 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral4.2%
Negative9.2%
Written reviews827 reviews
Positive61.4%
Neutral9.4%
Negative29.1%

User reviews

Pokémon Quest

From 19K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
  • 🎨 Cute, unique art style
  • 🆓 Free-to-play with no pay-to-win
  • 🔍 Interesting concept of attracting Pokémon instead of capturing

Room to improve

  • 🔋 Long wait times to recharge energy
  • 🔀 Unreliable dodging and movement controls
  • 🔍 Repetitive and grindy gameplay loop
  • 🤔 Confusing or lacking explanations for certain mechanics

OneCast

From 9.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Flawless streaming
  • 👍 Easy to set up
  • 💡 Ability to use Xbox controller
  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 👍 Convenient for gaming on the go

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or disconnects
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🔒 Requires Xbox to be hardwired for best performance
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with Xbox Series X/S
  • 🐛 On-screen controls not ideal for some games

Bugs and requests

Pokémon Quest

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Pokémon getting stuck or not responding during battles
  • Incorrect evolution levels for some Pokémon
  • Occasional crashes or freezes on loading screens

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add multiplayer and PvP modes
  • Expand to include more Pokémon generations
  • Improve the move learning and training systems
  • Allow players to choose Eevee's evolution

OneCast

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Fails to connect to Xbox in some cases
  • Audio/video desync issues
  • Compatibility problems with certain games

Requested features

5 requests
  • Support for Xbox Series X/S
  • Ability to stream over cellular data
  • Option to customize on-screen controls
  • Integration with Xbox Cloud Gaming
  • Support for multiple Xbox consoles on one account

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Pokémon Quest

One-time10
  • Mini Expedition Pack$2.99
  • Broadburst Stone$2.99
  • Whack-Whack Stone$2.99
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  • Wait Less Stone$2.99
  • Stay Strong Stone$2.99
  • Sharing Stone$2.99
  • Expedition Pack$4.99
  • Great Expedition Pack$9.99
  • Ultra Expedition Pack$17.99
  • Expedition 3-Pack Bundle$29.99
2 purchases

OneCast

One-time2
  • Additional Support$9.99
  • Full Unlock$14.99

Questions

Is Pokémon Quest free?
Pokémon Quest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OneCast free?
OneCast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pokémon Quest or OneCast?
OneCast is rated higher. Pokémon Quest averages 4.3 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while OneCast averages 4.5 from 9.6K ratings.
Do Pokémon Quest or OneCast have ads?
Neither Pokémon Quest nor OneCast shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pokémon Quest or OneCast?
Pokémon Quest ships an update every 3 months, and OneCast monthly. Most recently, Pokémon Quest was updated on September 25, 2026 and OneCast on September 23, 2026.

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