Comparison

Metaphysics vs Darkrise

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

Head to head
About

Metaphysics

Experience retro roguelike action with pixel art graphics. Engage in fast-paced combat against waves of enemies, collect bonuses, and utilize unique character abilities. This game focuses on dynamic arcade gameplay with a nostalgic atmosphere.

Highlights
  • Retro pixel art graphics
  • Offline roguelike action
  • Dynamic arcade gameplay
  • Unique character abilities
  • Collectible bonuses
  • Nostalgic atmosphere
Features
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Pixel Retro offline Roguelike Action imagine yourself as a hero. What would you do? Great retro game for fans of dynamic arcades A colorful and nostalgic atmosphere game that combines genres of arcade, platforming and action at the same time. In Metaphysics, you will not find a twisted plot, non-linear gameplay or complex quests, all you need to do is to shoot out evil enemies who constantly attack you from different directions. Get ready to start a fierce battle for valuable bonuses and enjoy the classic gameplay, made in the style of the best old school games. Fun for every day entertainment Choose your favorite character and go to the location teeming with opponents and remember that each character is not only distinguished by his charismatic appearance, but also by some features that affect the gameplay. Destroy crowds of enemies with weapons and watch the attack timer! In Metaphysics, you will not have the opportunity to "shoot" without stopping, be tactful and correctly plan a battle with each of the opponents. - Travel across the world! - Discover new ways to fight. - Defeat all monsters and save the world! And of course, have lots of fun! #Game coupon number G7RI0X220 8R4457T4W 8GVYVOS23

About

Darkrise

Embark on a challenging pixel-art adventure in this hardcore action RPG. Choose from four distinct classes, each with unique skills, and battle hordes of enemies across diverse locations. Enhance your character with a deep equipment and gem system to reclaim your homeland.

Highlights
  • Four unique character classes
  • Challenging combat system
  • Over 100 locations
  • Deep equipment and gem system
  • Random enemy spawns and defective enemies
  • Character enhancement and reforging
Features
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Darkrise is a classic hardcore game that was created by two indie developers in nostalgic pixel style. In this action RPG game you can get acquainted with 4 classes - Mage, Warrior, Archer and Rogue. Each of them has their own unique skills, game mechanics, features, strengths and weaknesses. Homeland of the game hero has been invaded by goblins, undead creatures, demons and neighboring countries. Now the hero has to become stronger and clean the country from invaders. There are about 100 location to play on and 3 difficulties. Enemies will spawn in a front of you or appear from portals that will spawn randomly on location every few seconds. All enemies are different and have their unique features. Defective enemies can appear sometimes, they have random stats and you cannot predict their powers. Fighting system is quite juicy: camera shakes, strike flashes, health drop animation, dropped items fly in sides. Your character and enemies are fast, you always have to move if you don't want to lose. There are lots of possibilities to make your character stronger. There are 8 types and 6 rarities of equipment. You can make slots in your armor and place gems there, you can also combine several gems of one type to get an upgraded one. The smith in the town will gladly enchance and reforge your armor that will make it even better.

Screenshots

Metaphysics4 screens
Darkrise4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Darkrise at 804 against Metaphysics's 1. Metaphysics's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Metaphysics sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Darkrise sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Metaphysics against 4.9 for Darkrise. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Darkrise has 804 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Metaphysics versus Darkrise: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMetaphysicsDarkrise
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.9 (804 ratings)
Positive reviews—87.7% of reviews
Number of ratings1804 — better
Update frequency—Monthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size114 MB226 MB
Age rating12+12+
Developerho seok BangViktor Chokov

Customer experience

Metaphysics

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Darkrise

All ratings758 ratings
Positive97.5%
Neutral0.9%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews236 reviews
Positive87.7%
Neutral3.0%
Negative9.3%

Bugs and requests

Metaphysics

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Darkrise

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Quests accidentally deleted
  • Ads not always available

Requested features

5 requests
  • Controller support
  • Ability to change character appearance
  • Co-op or PvP modes
  • More playable characters and classes
  • Improved loot drop rates

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Metaphysics

One-time10
  • Daily package Sales 1$0.99
  • Daily RandomPack Sales 1$0.99
  • Daily package Sales 2$1.99
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  • Daily RandomPack Sales 2$1.99
  • Daily RandomPack Sales 3$2.99
  • VIP Membership$2.99
  • Hero purchase 1$4.99
  • Hero purchase 2$6.99
  • Daily RandomPack Sales 4$8.99
  • Hero purchase 3$9.99
8 purchases

Darkrise

One-time8
  • 10 000 crystals$0.99
  • Starter Pack3 variants$2.99
  • No ads$2.99
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  • Remote Access$2.99
  • Customization Pack$2.99
  • 50 000 crystals$3.99
  • 100 000 crystals$6.99
  • 200 000 crystals$9.99

Questions

Is Metaphysics free?
Metaphysics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Darkrise free?
Darkrise is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Metaphysics or Darkrise?
Metaphysics is rated higher. Metaphysics averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Darkrise averages 4.9 from 804 ratings.
Do Metaphysics or Darkrise have ads?
Both Metaphysics and Darkrise show ads.

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