Comparison

ScourgeBringer vs Wavecade

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

Head to head
About

ScourgeBringer

Embark on a fast-paced roguelite platforming adventure in a post-apocalyptic world. Control Kyhra, a skilled warrior, as she battles ancient machines and monstrous foes to uncover the secrets of a mysterious entity and potentially save humanity.

Highlights
  • Fast-paced rogue-platforming gameplay
  • Fluid platforming controls
  • Frantic combat system
  • Hordes of enemies and giant bosses
  • Ever-changing dungeon exploration
  • Uncover mysteries and secrets
Features
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ScourgeBringer is a fast-paced free-moving roguelite platformer. Help Kyhra to explore the unknown and slash her way through ancient machines guarding the seal of her past, and maybe the redemption of humanity. Set in a post-apocalyptic world where a mysterious entity wreaked havoc on all humanity, ScourgeBringer puts you in the shoes of the deadliest warrior of her clan: Kyhra. Help her to explore the unknown and slash her way through ancient machines guarding the seal of her past, and maybe the redemption of humanity. Key Features: • Dive into fast-paced rogue-platforming gameplay described by Eurogamer as "Dead Cells meets Celeste" • Slash and shoot your way smoothly with super fluid platforming controls • Sharpen your skills with a frantic combat system focused on attacks only • Dash forward to the otherworldly adaptive sounds of Joonas Turner (Nuclear Throne, Downwell, Broforce...) • Defy hordes of unspeakable enemies and giant bosses holding the secrets of the Scourge • Explore the infinite depths of an ever-changing dungeon • Uncover mysteries and find mementos of previous explorers to unlock reality defining secrets

About

Wavecade

Experience classic arcade shooter nostalgia with a modern twist. Manipulate time, collect powerups, and utilize unique abilities to overcome challenging waves, hazards, and epic bosses. Customize your ship and compete with friends in various game modes.

Highlights
  • Time manipulation mechanics
  • Upgradeable powerups
  • Player abilities for survival
  • Block shooting and destruction
  • Hazard avoidance and strategic use
  • Epic boss battles
  • Local and online multiplayer
  • Multiple game modes
  • Ship and visual customization
Features
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Inspired by classic arcade shooters such as 'Space Invaders' and 'Galaga', Wavecade brings back the original nostalgia feeling to players from arcades, using sleek retro 80's and sci-fi aesthetic. TIME MANIPULATION: Bend time at your will by moving up and down the screen. After each wave, the game speeds up a small amount. making the game more challenging on each new wave. POWERUPS: You can accumulate multiple powerups at the same time. Collecting the same powerup upgrades it and increases your time with them active. ABILITIES: Activate your ability when you are facing near certain destruction to turn the tables of the game. It might be the one thing that saves you from a GAME OVER. BLOCKS: Blocks spawn at the top of the playfield and move down the screen. Line up your shots and shoot them for points. They can come in a variety of types: Blocks can spawn randomly, in rows, in a single stream, or in a pattern spanning the playfield HAZARDS: Hazards can appear at any time and can lose you a life if you happen to hit any of them. They can help destroy blocks if you're agile enough, could be a blessing in disguise. BOSSES: Get far enough in Wavecade and you will find yourself in epic encounters with bosses. They will have an arsenal of abilities to GAME OVER you. Learn their patterns and overcome them. MULTIPLAYER: Invite or join a friend on Steam and destroy waves of blocks. Your scores are saved to the leader boards with your names. How long can you stay #1? VARIETY OF GAME MODES: Competitive Relaxed One-hit KO No blocks shall pass Chaos Quick Game CUSTOMIZATION: Personalize your player choose from a selection of ships, colors, skins and your propulsion effect.

Screenshots

ScourgeBringer4 screens
Wavecade4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Wavecade at Free against ScourgeBringer's $5.99. Wavecade also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). ScourgeBringer's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 3.7) and review sentiment (70% vs 30%). On 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

Wavecade is free to download; ScourgeBringer costs $5.99 up front. Wavecade sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. ScourgeBringer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ScourgeBringer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ScourgeBringer has 485 ratings behind it against 70, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of ScourgeBringer's written reviews are positive against 30% of Wavecade's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScourgeBringer ships an update every 2 months, Wavecade fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
ScourgeBringer versus Wavecade: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScourgeBringerWavecade
Price$5.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (485 ratings) — better3.7 (70 ratings)
Positive reviews69.6% of reviews — better29.6% of reviews
Number of ratings485 — better70
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#125 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size153 MB312 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperPlug In DigitalAndrew Spalato

Customer experience

ScourgeBringer

All ratings485 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral1.4%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews69 reviews
Positive69.6%
Neutral15.9%
Negative14.5%

Wavecade

All ratings69 ratings
Positive60.9%
Neutral8.7%
Negative30.4%
Written reviews54 reviews
Positive29.6%
Neutral20.4%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

ScourgeBringer

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • Game crashes immediately on launch (purple screen)
  • Crashes on iPad Pro with iOS 17.1.2
  • Crashes when connecting wired controller
  • Crashes during intense particle effects (3rd floor boss)
  • Save and exit reduces HP to 1 unexpectedly
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  • iCloud save only syncs one direction (iPad to iPhone)
  • Touch controls cause accidental dashes
  • Smashed bullets scatter instead of following directional input
  • Game won't load or launch on some devices

Requested features

12 requests
  • Customizable control mapping
  • Dash button option instead of swipe mechanic
  • Static joystick position during combat
  • Controller support for all devices
  • Casual/easier difficulty modes with progression
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  • More endgame content and new zones
  • Additional enemies and bosses
  • More store items and healing methods
  • Better balance for early game resources
  • Option to play personal music during gameplay
  • Traditional roguelike mode with item-based skill trees
  • Right-side dash option for touch controls

Wavecade

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

ScourgeBringer

No in-app purchases

12 purchases

Wavecade

One-time12
  • 100K XP$0.79
  • Double XP$0.99
  • Wavecade - Ships Pack$1.49
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  • Wavecade - 500K XP$1.49
  • Wavecade - Propulsions Pack$2.99
  • Small Brilliants Pack$2.99
  • Wavecade - 5 Million XP Pack$4.99
  • Wavecade - Designs Pack$5.99
  • Medium Brilliants Pack$5.99
  • Wavecade - Ultimate Pack$9.99
  • Large Brilliants Pack$19.99
  • Mega Brilliants Pack$59.99

Questions

Is ScourgeBringer free?
ScourgeBringer costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Wavecade free?
Wavecade is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ScourgeBringer or Wavecade?
ScourgeBringer is rated higher. ScourgeBringer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 485 ratings, while Wavecade averages 3.7 from 70 ratings.
Do ScourgeBringer or Wavecade have ads?
ScourgeBringer shows ads; Wavecade does not.
Which is updated more often, ScourgeBringer or Wavecade?
ScourgeBringer ships an update every 2 months, and Wavecade fortnightly. Most recently, ScourgeBringer was updated on October 14, 2026 and Wavecade on October 5, 2026.

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