Comparison

Panic Gem Odyssey® vs Shadowverse

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

Head to head
About

Panic Gem Odyssey®

Embark on a gem-matching puzzle adventure to collect powerful jewels and thwart an evil tyrant. Swipe to swap and match falling gems, clearing the board with strategic combos and dazzling blasts of color. Explore various game modes and unlockable content in this fast-paced, retro-inspired puzzle experience.

Highlights
  • Fast-paced match puzzle gameplay
  • Multiple game modes and difficulties
  • Over 100 puzzles in Trials Mode
  • Unlockable content
  • Stunning retro-inspired visuals
  • Epic soundtrack
  • Offline play
Features
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Join Paris & Max in a thrilling gem match puzzle adventure! The Paradise Gems hold untold power—but the evil tyrant Ganda is determined to steal and keep them locked away forever… In Panic Gem Odyssey, you'll match falling jewels into lines and patterns, clearing the board in a dazzling gem blast of color and strategy. Can you match your way to victory? Play now for FREE and prevent the evil from winning in this gem merge jewel drop game. ■ SWIPE TO SWAP AND MATCH 4 JEWELS TO COMPLETE THE LEVELS Arrange falling jewels into perfect lines and patterns to clear the board and unleash dazzling combos. But be warned—speed and strategy are everything! All lines of gems without the X can be moved and rearranged to match the falling gems. You’ll need at least 4 of the same gems to blast and collect them. ■ VARIETY OF GAME MODES & DIFFICULTIES With multiple blast gems game modes, three difficulty levels, and over 100 unique puzzles in Trials Mode, Panic Gem Odyssey is the perfect match puzzle game for casual players and hardcore gem crushers alike. Think fast or smart—either way, the pressure’s on in this gem swap puzzle adventure with game modes that include: - Hyper - Mission - Shi’rase - Darkness - Detonation - Trials - Free - Arcade - Nightmare - Rush Whether you're planning your next move to score big or reacting at lightning speed to stay alive, solving puzzles in the Trials or trying to achieve the highest score possible in 5 minutes in the Rush mode, this jewel blast puzzle game delivers nonstop action with depth to spare. ■ PANIC GEM ODYSSEY GAME FEATURES: • Fast-Paced Match Puzzle Gameplay – Arrange and blast gems in real-time to score big! • Accessible but Deep Scoring – The faster you clear gems, the higher your score climbs. • Multiple Game Modes & Three Difficulties – Choose your pace, style, and level of challenge. • Over 100 Puzzles in Trials Mode – Test your wits and reflexes in carefully crafted stages. • Rank up - play and grow your ranks. • Unlockable Content – Discover bonus music tracks, artwork, and other surprises. • Stunning Visuals – Gorgeous retro-inspired art, animations, and effects that pop with every jewel blast. • Epic Soundtrack – One of the best soundtracks in any mobile jewel match blast game • Play offline – Long haul fight? No wifi? No worries, now you can play a fun offline jewel game for free. With multiple matching game modes, stunning visuals, and heart-pounding challenges, this jewel blast puzzle adventure never gets old! Whether you're chasing high scores, solving brain-teasing puzzles, or just in it for the jewel blast satisfaction, Panic Gem Odyssey delivers endless drop & match puzzle fun with every swipe. ► Download and play Panic Gem Odyssey for free! ______________ Panic Gem Odyssey® ©KaPa ENT LLC 2024 All Rights Reserved. Panic Gem Odyssey® is a re-branding of the critically acclaimed 2016 mobile puzzle game, Gemanator: Shirlanka Paradise!

About

Shadowverse

Engage in strategic card battles with a new super-evolution mechanic and a vibrant community hub. Collect cards, customize decks across seven classes, and experience a fully voiced story. Log in daily for free card packs.

Highlights
  • Super-evolution mechanic
  • Strategic card battles
  • Daily free card packs
  • Seven unique classes
  • Fully voiced story mode
  • Community interaction hub
Currently charting
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Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond is a brand-new strategy card game from the popular Shadowverse CCG. Enjoy creating decks and battling online, just like the original Shadowverse CCG. With the newly added super-evolution mechanic and Shadowverse Park, among other brand-new content, there is lots to enjoy for both seasoned and brand-new players. Card Battles The rules of Shadowverse are simple, yet offer limitless ways to strategize and win. Use different card combinations to create unique synergies and strategies in battles against players all around the world. Dive into the game and enjoy strategic card battles with breathtaking graphics and effects. New Game Mechanic: Super-Evolution Each of your followers (unit cards you play on the field) can now super-evolve! Followers that have super-evolved are stronger and can knock opposing followers out with powerful attacks and deal damage straight to their leader!  Super-evolve your followers and enjoy exhilarating card battles like never before! Free Card Pack Every Day Log in to open a free card pack every day! Collect cards for the new compendium feature! Enjoy battling and collecting! Class Choose from 7 unique classes that match your playstyle and create custom decks. Tailor your deck to match your strategy and style, then dive into epic card battles! Story Experience a brand new Shadowverse story where characters are brought to life with full voice acting! Follow spectacular stories centered around seven unique characters, each bringing their own personality to the adventure. New Feature: Shadowverse Park Step into the Shadowverse CCG community where players can connect and interact! Show off your avatar with customizable outfits and emotes, bond with others, and grow stronger together! Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond is recommended to the following: - Fans of card games and collecting cards - Players who like collectible card games (CCG) or trading card games (TCG) - Long-time fans and players of the Shadowverse CCG - Players who enjoy PvP card games - People who have played other TCG and CCG before - Players who are looking for new TCG and CCG - Fans of strategic trading card games (TCG) and collectible card games (CCG) - Players who are looking for card games with compelling full-scale stories - Card collectors who appreciate beautifully designed collectible or trading cards - People who want to connect and interact with others through gaming

Screenshots

Panic Gem Odyssey®4 screens
Shadowverse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Panic Gem Odyssey® at 100% against Shadowverse's 35%. Panic Gem Odyssey® also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.8) and in-app purchases (none vs 12). Shadowverse's advantage is ratings volume (1.2K vs 19) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Shadowverse sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Panic Gem Odyssey® asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Panic Gem Odyssey® holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shadowverse has 1.2K ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Panic Gem Odyssey®'s written reviews are positive against 35% of Shadowverse's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Panic Gem Odyssey® ships an update monthly, Shadowverse every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Panic Gem Odyssey® versus Shadowverse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPanic Gem Odyssey®Shadowverse
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (19 ratings) — better3.8 (1.2K ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better35.2% of reviews
Number of ratings191.2K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#181 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size218 MB630 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperKaPa ENT LLCCygames, Inc.

Customer experience

Panic Gem Odyssey®

All ratings17 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral5.9%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Shadowverse

All ratings1,196 ratings
Positive67.5%
Neutral3.3%
Negative29.3%
Written reviews702 reviews
Positive35.2%
Neutral7.0%
Negative57.8%

Bugs and requests

Panic Gem Odyssey®

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Shadowverse

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes and compatibility issues on certain devices
  • Matchmaking problems with self-declared 'beginners'

Requested features

3 requests
  • More ways to earn in-game currency
  • Improved card economy and crafting system
  • Expanded game modes and content

In-app purchases

None

Panic Gem Odyssey®

No in-app purchases

12 purchases

Shadowverse

One-time12
  • 60 Crystals$1.19
  • First Farer Legendary Box$1.59
  • First Farer Box$1.59
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  • 220 Crystals$3.99
  • 450 Crystals$7.99
  • Crystals + Card Style Bundle$15.99
  • 920 Crystals$15.99
  • Starter Bundle$15.99
  • 1400 Crystals$23.99
  • 2350 Crystals$39.99
  • Deckboost Bundle$39.99
  • 5000 Crystals$79.99

Questions

Is Panic Gem Odyssey® free?
Panic Gem Odyssey® is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shadowverse free?
Shadowverse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Panic Gem Odyssey® or Shadowverse?
Panic Gem Odyssey® is rated higher. Panic Gem Odyssey® averages 4.8 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while Shadowverse averages 3.8 from 1.2K ratings.
Do Panic Gem Odyssey® or Shadowverse have ads?
Both Panic Gem Odyssey® and Shadowverse show ads.
Which is updated more often, Panic Gem Odyssey® or Shadowverse?
Panic Gem Odyssey® ships an update monthly, and Shadowverse every 2 weeks. Most recently, Panic Gem Odyssey® was updated on October 21, 2026 and Shadowverse on October 30, 2026.

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