Grimvalor vs Tumblenauts
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Grimvalor
Embark on a dark fantasy adventure as a lone warrior battling through a corrupted realm. Master skill-based combat, explore atmospheric landscapes, and face epic boss fights in this challenging hack and slash platformer. Restore the kingdom and uncover the fate of its lost king.
- Skill-based combat
- Exploration of dark fantasy world
- Epic boss fights
- Stunning 3D visuals
- Customizable touch controls
- MFi controller support
- Offline play
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Slash your way through the hordes of darkness and defeat King Valor's fearsome guardians in this breathtaking adventure! "Chaining together a slick series of attacks, dodges, and jumps, is incredibly satisfying." — PocketGamer "I suspect mobile gaming fans will be playing and replaying this one for years to come." — TouchArcade, 5/5 A malicious power stirs in the forgotten kingdom of Vallaris. Tasked with discovering the fate of its lost king, your quest quickly takes a sinister turn and you are cast into darkness. Surrounded and outnumbered, you must grab your sword, steel your temper and fight your way through a land that does not welcome you. Except for the friendly merchant - he's grateful for your business. ABOUT THE GAME Grimvalor is a challenging hack & slash platformer with fast-paced combat in a dark fantasy world. Take control of a lone warrior on a quest to restore a corrupted realm. Embark on a journey through atmospheric landscapes and dungeons in a massive story-driven premium experience. COMBAT & EXPLORATION Master skill-based combat, learn enemy patterns and bring them down with all your fury. Explore the shattered lands of Vallaris, find and upgrade equipment and level up your character. Face the legacy of King Valor's madness and prevail! FEATURES • Epic boss fights • Stunning 3D visuals accelerated by Metal graphics • Accurate and customizable touch controls • Full support for MFi game controllers • Use iCloud to keep your saves in sync between devices. • Play offline - perfect for commute. • No ads or in-app purchases
Tumblenauts
Race against the clock in this vibrant match-3 puzzle adventure. Match tiles, create combos, and beat the timer to clear endless levels. Features charming characters and captivating design for a thrilling, fast-paced challenge.
- Beat the timer challenges
- Simple and addictive gameplay
- Endless levels
- Charming Tumbls characters
- Vibrant and captivating design
- Challenging combos
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Tumblematch: A Tumblenauts Puzzle Adventure Ready to race against the clock and test your puzzle-solving skills? Tumblematch transforms the quirky charm of Tumblenauts into an exciting match-3 challenge where speed and strategy are your best allies. Match tiles, create combos, and beat the timer in this endlessly fun and vibrant puzzle adventure. The Tumbls are back, and it is up to you to clear the board and keep the combos going before time runs out. With its simple mechanics and thrilling time-based gameplay, Tumblematch is perfect for players of all ages who love fast-paced puzzles. Features: • Beat the Timer: Every match is a race against time. Achieve the minimum matches required before the clock runs out and keep pushing forward to endless levels of fun. • Simple Yet Addictive Gameplay: Match three or more tiles of the same color to clear the board, trigger combos, and boost your score. Easy to learn, but endlessly challenging. • Endless Levels: Keep the matches going. With no end in sight, see how far you can go as the game gets more challenging with each new level. • The Tumbls Return: Your favorite quirky creatures from Tumblenauts are here, adding charm and character to every level. • Vibrant and Captivating Design: Enjoy smooth animations, colorful tiles, and the delightful art style you loved in the original Tumblenauts. • Challenging Combos: Rack up massive points by chaining combos together. Can you master the art of Tumblematching under pressure? Why You Will Love Tumblematch: Tumblematch is the perfect game for players who love quick, engaging challenges. Whether you are looking to beat your personal best, master combos, or just enjoy a relaxing yet thrilling puzzle experience, this game has it all. Think fast, match faster, and see how far you can tumble. Download Tumblematch today and race against the clock in the ultimate match-3 adventure!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Tumblenauts at Free against Grimvalor's $5.99. Tumblenauts also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). Grimvalor's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (9.8K vs 1). On rating, 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
Tumblenauts is free to download; Grimvalor costs $5.99 up front. Tumblenauts sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Grimvalor asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Grimvalor against 5.0 for Tumblenauts. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Grimvalor has 9.8K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
| Parameter | Grimvalor | Tumblenauts |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $5.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.9 (9.8K ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 90.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 9.8K — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Best chart rank | #126 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 739 MB | 123 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Direlight | Cat Bakery, LLC |
Bugs and requests
Grimvalor
Reported bugs
4 issues- Dodge not registering properly
- Crashes in New Game Plus
- Companion AI issues
- Graphical glitches on older devices
Requested features
5 requests- More levels and content
- Ability to replay bosses
- Enemy scaling for higher difficulties
- Expanded weapon and trinket selection
- New game plus improvements
Tumblenauts
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Grimvalor
No in-app purchases
Tumblenauts
- Tumble Match Three No Ads$1.99









