Barbearian vs Ugly
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Barbearian
Embark on a thrilling hack'n'slash adventure in a vibrant, hand-drawn world. Battle through over 100 levels, collect loot, and build an army to uncover the secrets of a strange new realm and find your way home.
- 100+ action-packed levels
- Loot collection and weapon upgrades
- Rescue prisoners and build an army
- Colossal boss monster battles
- Configurable controls with controller support
- Cloud save support
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Barbearian is a fast-paced hack'n'slash with massive battles in a colorful, hand-drawn world. Hijacked to a to strange world. Forced to fight for your life. Discover the secrets of the Arbitrators and find your way back home! Features: - 100+ levels full of action and adventure - Collect loot, purchase upgrades and experiment with numerous weapons - Rescue prisoners and build your own army - Encounter colossal boss monsters and take them down - Plenty of challenge, not for the easily discouraged! - Fully configurable controls with MFi controller support - Cloud save support Press: - "If you're a fan of real-time combat games Barbearian is easy to recommend" "5.0/5.0" -- Pocket Tactics - "When people ask where the good premium games are, Barbearian is one I will point to, with gusto." "5.0/5.0" -- Touch Arcade - Metacritic: 89, 5th best iOS game of 2018 No IAP, ads or hidden costs.
Ugly
A dark fairytale puzzle-platformer where you use an innovative mirror mechanic to solve challenges and explore a tormented nobleman's psyche. Unravel a text-less narrative through mind-bending puzzles and epic boss battles in a visually stunning world.
- Innovative mirror mechanic for puzzle-solving
- Deep, text-less narrative
- Visually stunning art style
- Mind-bending puzzle rooms
- Epic boss battles
- Controller support
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Embark on an unforgettable voyage through a tormented nobleman's psyche in "Ugly," a dark fairytale turned mobile puzzle-platformer. Navigate a world awash in tragedy, armed with an innovative mirror mechanic that allows you to face puzzles—and yourself—like never before. Dive deep into the enigmatic world of "Ugly" and get ready to confront truths as unsettling as they are enlightening. Are you brave enough to face what's hidden in the mirror? Key Features: - Innovative Mirror Mechanic: Generate a shadowy reflection to swap places with, unlocking new angles for puzzle-solving and exploration. - Deep Narrative: Unravel a profound, text-less story that delves into the corners of a broken mind. Each puzzle room you conquer brings clarity to your clouded past. - Visually Stunning: Immerse yourself in an intricately crafted world, where every detail, from the moody lighting to the ethereal art style, serves the narrative. - Mind-Bending Puzzles: Conquer intricately designed puzzle rooms, each offering a fresh challenge and a fragment of your past. - Epic Boss Battles: Engage with towering bosses that test not just your reflexes, but also your resolve. - Discover Hidden Secrets: Unlock alternate endings and hidden rooms for an enriched gameplay experience. - Exceptional Soundscapes: Atmospheric music that perfectly complements each twist and turn in your unsettling journey. - Controller Support: Experience the game seamlessly with MFI Bluetooth controller support. The game’s title isn't a reflection of its beautifully dark world, but of the unsettling truths you'll uncover. Are you ready to face the "Ugly" in you?
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Ugly at $4.99 against Barbearian's $8.99. Ugly also leads on rating (4.4 vs 4.2) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). Barbearian's advantage is ratings volume (163 vs 40). On review sentiment, ads, 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
Barbearian costs $8.99 and Ugly $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Ugly holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 163 and 40 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Barbearian's written reviews are positive against 73% of Ugly's.
Barbearian ships an update monthly, Ugly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Barbearian | Ugly |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $8.99 | $4.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.2 (163 ratings) | 4.4 (40 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 66.9% of reviews | 72.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 163 — better | 40 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.4 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 163 MB | 607 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Kimmo Factor Oy | Plug In Digital |
Customer experience
Barbearian
Ugly
Bugs and requests
Barbearian
Reported bugs
10 issues- Game crashes frequently during gameplay
- Movement joystick unresponsive on iPhone X and newer models
- Character moves in wrong direction or doesn't move at all
- Game freezes mid-stage causing progress loss
- Master class button doesn't appear on subsequent playthroughs
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- Notch compatibility issues on iPhone X (corners cut off)
- Controller settings reset after customization
- Game slows down during large-scale battles
- Gamepad controls occasionally malfunction
- Progress loss after crashes
Requested features
15 requests- Cloud save/iCloud sync between iOS devices and Apple TV
- Pause button during gameplay
- Adjustable joystick size and position
- Multiplayer or co-op mode
- Additional levels and sequel content
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- More weapon variety and character customization
- Improved minion AI and effectiveness
- More diverse soundtrack
- Difficulty settings visible in all versions
- Better character and gameplay tutorials
- DLC or expansion content
- Endgame content for post-completion play
- Revive potions for in-game use
- Italian language support
- Russian language support
Ugly
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Barbearian
No in-app purchases
Ugly
No in-app purchases









