# Joust Run vs Samurai Slash

The clearest difference is rating: Samurai Slash at 4.7 against Joust Run's 4.5. Samurai Slash also leads on review sentiment (61% vs 52%). Joust Run's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Joust Run sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Samurai Slash sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Samurai Slash holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19K and 8.5K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of Joust Run's written reviews are positive against 61% of Samurai Slash's.

Joust Run ships an update fortnightly, Samurai Slash every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Joust Run | Samurai Slash |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joust-run/id1532769838/reviews) | **[4.7 (8.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samurai-slash-run-and-slice/id1535201167/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 8.5K |
| Positive reviews | 52.3% of reviews | **60.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 183 MB | 355 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Rollic Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1452111779) | [Ketchapp](https://appshunter.io/developer/528065807) |

## What reviewers say

### Joust Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joust-run/id1532769838)

Embark on a fantastical journey where you use a lance to defeat enemies, avoid obstacles, and collect points. Unleash your inner jousting master by stringing enemies and throwing them far, defeating bosses with boosters, and unlocking magical lances to become stronger.

**Highlights:** Eliminate enemies with a lance, String and throw enemies, Defeat bosses with boosters, Unlock magical lances, Collect points, Avoid obstacles

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Fun and entertaining
- 👍 Stress-relieving gameplay
- 💯 Best game ever

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 💸 Too many ads
- 🤔 Repetitive gameplay
- 🔧 Controls need improvement

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on launch
- Multiplier at the end doesn't work
- Invisible enemies on certain levels
- Joust feature not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- More levels and maps
- Harder bosses and enemies
- Ability to pierce enemies
- Customization options
- Reward system improvements


### Samurai Slash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samurai-slash-run-and-slice/id1535201167)

Embark on an action-packed chase as the last samurai, dashing and slicing through enemies and bullets across diverse worlds. Upgrade your character, unlock legendary weapons, and conquer challenging bosses and levels to become the ultimate master.

**Highlights:** Dash and slice enemies, Cut off bullets, Explore 5+ worlds, Face fearsome bosses, Upgrade character, Unlock legendary weapons

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Excellent gameplay
- 👍 Satisfying slashing mechanics
- 💯 Highly enjoyable experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🔧 Bugs and glitches affecting gameplay
- 🔍 Inconsistent performance

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes at higher levels
- Enemies not spawning correctly
- Saved progress not loading properly

**Requested features**

- Improve stability and reduce crashes
- Optimize performance for older devices
- Add more visual customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Joust Run free?

Joust Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Samurai Slash free?

Samurai Slash is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Joust Run or Samurai Slash?

Samurai Slash is rated higher. Joust Run averages 4.5 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while Samurai Slash averages 4.7 from 8.5K ratings.

### Do Joust Run or Samurai Slash have ads?

Both Joust Run and Samurai Slash show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Joust Run or Samurai Slash?

Joust Run ships an update fortnightly, and Samurai Slash every 4 weeks. Most recently, Joust Run was updated on November 7, 2026 and Samurai Slash on November 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*