Matman vs Short Journey
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Matman
Engage in fast-paced pixelated wrestling matches without training. Choose from unique heroes with special abilities and battle in various locations to become the ultimate wrestling champion.
- Fast-paced combat
- Unlockable heroes
- Unique character abilities
- Multiple fighting locations
- Pixel art graphics
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No time to explain, no time to train - just get into the ring and show’em who’s the Wrestling King! Be lightning-fast as Zeus, lethal as Deadly Knight, icy as Yetii or fatally loveable as Bell. Fight in different locations, unlock all heroes with unique abilities and become the speediest puncher of all time!
Short Journey
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Embark on a ‘Short Journey’ Through Enchanting Worlds! ‘Short Journey’ is a captivating 2D platformer that takes you through a series of uniquely designed levels. Each of the 12 stages offers a variety of challenges that range from quick and straightforward to complex and demanding. Charming Aesthetics: Experience the classic charm as you traverse through levels that pay homage to the golden age of gaming. Diverse Challenges: ‘Short Journey’ provides a spectrum of difficulties, ensuring that each level feels fresh and engaging. Intuitive Gameplay: The game’s mechanics are designed to be accessible yet challenging, allowing both newcomers and seasoned gamers to enjoy the thrill of the journey. In ‘Short Journey’, every level is an opportunity to test your skills and uncover new surprises. Prepare to embark on an adventure that’s as nostalgic as it is exciting!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Short Journey at none against Matman's 5. Short Journey also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 26 months). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Matman sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Short Journey asks for nothing beyond the download.
Matman ships an update every 26 months, Short Journey daily. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Matman | Short Journey |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 26 months | Daily — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 112 MB | 98 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Happymagenta UAB | Ali Taleb |
In-app purchases
Matman
- Hero bell$0.99
- Coins$0.99
- Remove all ads$1.99
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- Unlock all heroes$2.99
- Unlock all heroes & remove ads$3.99
Short Journey
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Do Matman or Short Journey have ads?
Which is updated more often, Matman or Short Journey?
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