Comparison

SkiBall vs Shadow Drift

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

Head to head
About

SkiBall

Experience thrilling, tap-powered arcade action as you ski down snowy slopes, dodge obstacles, and trigger combos. This game offers fast-paced levels with fun surprises and power-ups, providing pure arcade fun anytime, anywhere.

Highlights
  • Easy tap-to-play controls
  • Power-ups and combo bonuses
  • Fast-paced levels with surprises
  • Addictive replayability
  • Pure arcade fun
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Ski fast. Tap smart. Crush the mountain. Skiball is a thrilling, tap-powered arcade game where you zoom through snowy slopes, dodge obstacles, and trigger powerful combos. With its simple controls and satisfying feedback, it’s the perfect game to pick up and play—anytime, anywhere. Every level offers new surprises, cool power-ups, and challenges that keep you coming back for more. Whether you're trying to beat your personal best or just blow off some steam, Skiball brings snowy fun straight to your fingertips. FEATURES - Easy tap-to-play controls - Power-ups and combo bonuses - Fast-paced levels with fun surprises - Play again and again—it’s seriously addictive - No pressure. Just pure arcade fun. Ready to take on the mountain? Jump in and start skiing

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Shadow Drift

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Guide your orb of light through a world consumed by shadows. Shadow Drift is a fast-paced action survival game where you control a glowing orb, firing light pulses to destroy shadow enemies while dodging waves of increasingly dangerous foes. Simple tap controls meet deep progression — every run makes you stronger. STORY MODE — 300 LEVELS, 6 REALMS Battle through six handcrafted realms, each with five unique enemy types: - The Ashen Plains — stalkers, dashers, and splitters test your reflexes - The Crimson Depths — infernos and magma crawlers bring the heat - The Frozen Abyss — frost phantoms and blizzard swarms chill to the bone - The Toxic Jungle — mimics and vine snares hide in the green - The Storm Realm — teleporters and thunder shades electrify the arena - The Shadow Void — face the ultimate darkness and defeat the Shadow God Every 10th level features a mini-boss. Every 50th, a realm boss. Level 300 is the final reckoning. ENDLESS MODE — THREE DIFFICULTIES Push your limits across Dusk, Midnight, and Void difficulties. Climb the score ladder, build combos, and earn coins and gems with every run. A new Daily Challenge awaits each day. 25 POWER-UPS TO MASTER From Solar Burst and Nova Bomb to Ghost Mode, Chain Lightning, and Divine Burst — unlock devastating abilities as you level up. Customize your strategy with power-up charges and boosts. 50 ORB SKINS TO COLLECT Express yourself with 50 unique orb skins across Common, Rare, Epic, Legendary, and Premium tiers. Watch ads to unlock random skins, or grab exclusive premium skins from the shop. SKILL TREE — 60 UPGRADES Invest skill points across three paths — Light, Speed, and Force. Boost power-up duration, movement speed, damage output, critical chance, and more. 60 ACHIEVEMENTS TO EARN Track your mastery with 60 achievements across Survivor, Destroyer, Explorer, and Legend categories. From your first shadow kill to defeating the Shadow God — every milestone counts. PRESTIGE SYSTEM Reach level 100 and prestige to unlock exclusive skins and prove your mastery. How many times can you ascend? FEATURES: - Intuitive one-finger tap and drag controls - Original synthesized soundtrack and sound effects - Particle effects, screen shake, and trail visuals - Portrait mode — play anywhere, anytime - Offline play — no internet required for gameplay - Automatic progress saving Download Shadow Drift and become the last light in the void.

Screenshots

SkiBall4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SkiBall at none against Shadow Drift's 10. SkiBall also leads on device support and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price 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

Both are free to download. Shadow Drift sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. SkiBall asks for nothing beyond the download.

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SkiBall versus Shadow Drift: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkiBallShadow Drift
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (15 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings15 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsYes—
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — better—
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size225 MB34 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperStoked Productions PTY LTDYousef Alenezi

In-app purchases

None

SkiBall

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Shadow Drift

One-time10
  • 1000 Coins$0.99
  • Dragonlord Skin$1.99
  • Voidwalker Skin$1.99
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  • Stardust Skin$1.99
  • Inferno Skin$1.99
  • Frostbite Skin$1.99
  • 200 Gems$2.99
  • 5000 Coins$2.99
  • Remove Ads$2.99
  • 500 Gems$4.99

Questions

Is SkiBall free?
SkiBall is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shadow Drift free?
Shadow Drift is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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