Comparison

Magibot vs Ugly

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

Head to head
About

Magibot

Guide a small robot magician through a hostile alien planet to find terraforming beacons. Use magical blocks and powers to overcome obstacles and defeat creatures in this unique blend of platforming and strategy.

Highlights
  • Platformer and strategy game blend
  • 9 magical powers
  • 40 interactive levels
  • Puzzle and Action game modes
  • Explore a hostile alien planet
Features
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The Odyssey of the last chance Follow the adventures of ILO, a small magician robot sent by humans to a planet of last resort. With its pointed hat and Magic Book, Ilo explores a world full of hostile creatures to find the terraforming beacons. It makes its way using “magical” blocks. The powers to fly, stop time or pass through objects are all powers that will help it overcome obstacles and bravely continue its odyssey. Magibot combines the principles of a platform game and those of a strategy game. Wisely place the action blocks upstream before taking control of your character. Features: - Unique blend of a platform game and a strategy game - 9 magical powers to acquire - 40 Highly interactive Levels - 2 game modes: Puzzle and Action

About

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.

Highlights
  • Innovative mirror mechanic for puzzle-solving
  • Deep, text-less narrative
  • Visually stunning art style
  • Mind-bending puzzle rooms
  • Epic boss battles
  • Controller support
Features
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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?

Screenshots

Magibot4 screens
Ugly4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Ugly at 73% against Magibot's 23%. Ugly also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.4 vs 4.1). Magibot's advantage is price ($3.99 vs $4.99). On ratings volume, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Magibot costs $3.99 and Ugly $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ugly holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 51 and 40 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of Magibot's written reviews are positive against 73% of Ugly's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Magibot ships an update monthly, Ugly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Magibot versus Ugly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMagibotUgly
Price$3.99 — better$4.99
Rating4.1 (51 ratings)4.4 (40 ratings) — better
Positive reviews23.2% of reviews72.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings51 — better40
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size283 MB607 MB
Age rating9+17+
DeveloperMOBASOPlug In Digital

Customer experience

Magibot

All ratings51 ratings
Positive76.5%
Neutral5.9%
Negative17.6%
Written reviews95 reviews
Positive23.2%
Neutral15.8%
Negative61.1%

Ugly

All ratings40 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive72.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative27.3%

In-app purchases

None

Magibot

No in-app purchases

None

Ugly

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Magibot free?
Magibot costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ugly free?
Ugly costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Magibot or Ugly?
Ugly is rated higher. Magibot averages 4.1 out of 5 from 51 ratings, while Ugly averages 4.4 from 40 ratings.
Do Magibot or Ugly have ads?
Magibot shows ads; Ugly does not.
Which is updated more often, Magibot or Ugly?
Magibot ships an update monthly, and Ugly fortnightly. Most recently, Magibot was updated on October 22, 2026 and Ugly on October 24, 2026.

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