Kick the Buddy vs Luminfall
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Kick the Buddy
Unwind and have fun by interacting with a stress-relief dummy. Customize its appearance, use a variety of tools and props, and earn coins to unlock new items and achievements. Enjoy a playful experience with enhanced physics and humorous reactions.
- Remastered visuals
- Enhanced physics
- Interactive props
- Customizable outfits
- New sound effects & voice
- Achievements & rewards
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Buddy is back to help you unwind and bring some lighthearted fun to your day! Enjoy the remastered classic with Buddy, everyone’s favorite stress-relief doll, designed to help you let off some steam. Customize, interact, and get creative with Buddy in a playful experience that’s packed with surprises. Simply tap, drag, and throw Buddy around the screen in an intuitive gameplay experience. You can start by stretching Buddy’s limbs, tossing him against walls, or testing his endurance in new and entertaining ways. As you continue to interact with Buddy, you’ll earn coins to unlock an incredible variety of tools, effects, and items that offer endless ways to play. Each interaction brings you closer to unlocking more dynamic experiences as Buddy brings his unique personality to life with funny reactions and sound effects. Collect coins to unlock over fifty different items! From classic tools to creative gadgets, each item adds a new level of fun. Every interaction with Buddy is a chance to relax, be entertained, and enjoy some stress-free moments, whether you’re unlocking new costumes, testing out a range of props, or exploring the new achievements. Key Features: – Remastered Visuals: Enjoy updated colorful graphics that bring Buddy to life like never before – Enhanced Physics: Buddy’s reactions are more realistic, making interactions fun and satisfying – Interactive Props: Unlock and experiment with a wide variety of items that create unique reactions every time – Wardrobe Updates: Customize Buddy with a brand-new selection of fashionable outfits – New Sound Effects & Voice: Buddy’s reactions now include hilarious sound effects and voice lines for added fun – Achievements & Rewards: Collect achievements as you explore all the playful ways to interact with Buddy Whether you’re looking to unwind after a busy day or just want some light-hearted entertainment, Kick the Buddy: Second Kick is the perfect way to play. Start your journey with Buddy and see where the fun takes you! Download now and enjoy Buddy’s delightful company anytime, anywhere. ============= SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS Subscription options End of trial period and subscription renewal This price is established for United States customers. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Canceling trial period or subscription You can turn off the auto-renew for the subscription whenever you want in the settings if your iTunes account. Check https://support.apple.com/HT202039. When your current trial/subscription period expires, you will be unsubscribed. The current active subscription period cannot be canceled. After your subscription expires, you will no longer be able to use elements offered in your chosen Subscription Option. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact us at support@newplg.dev Privacy Policy: https://newplg.dev/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://newplg.dev/terms-of-service
Luminfall
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Dash through a luminous world of neon platforms, dodge deadly enemies, and push as far as you can before the clock hits zero. Every run in Luminfall is different. Levels are procedurally generated with an ever-growing mix of static, moving, and diagonal platforms — each one more treacherous than the last. Survive longer, travel further, and chain clean runs to multiply your score. FREE FOREVER — NO CATCH Luminfall is completely free. No ads. No in-app purchases. No premium tiers. No loot boxes. No energy timers. Nothing locked behind a paywall. You get the full game from the moment you download it — forever. FEATURES - Endless procedural levels that grow harder the further you go - Precise, responsive controls designed for touchscreen, controller, and keyboard - Score system that rewards distance and punishes reckless play — die less, score more - Global leaderboards — compete with players worldwide for the top rank - Slick dark neon art style with smooth animations - Original soundtrack you can vibe to (or mute — your call) - Set your player name or let the game generate one for you - Lightweight and offline-friendly HOW SCORING WORKS Your score is based on how far you travel minus a penalty for each death. Stay alive for bonus multipliers: a flawless run earns 1.5x your base score. The fewer mistakes you make, the higher you climb on the leaderboard. HOW TO PLAY Move left and right to navigate platforms. Avoid spiky enemies and don't fall off the edge. Reach the portal at the end of each section to carry your remaining time into the next, harder level. When the timer hits zero, it's game over — and your score is submitted to the global rankings. Can you make it to the top?
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Luminfall at none against Kick the Buddy's 17. Luminfall also leads on ads (none vs shown). Kick the Buddy's advantage is chart position (#128 vs unranked). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Kick the Buddy sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Luminfall asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Kick the Buddy | Luminfall |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (98K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 52.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 98K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #128 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 364 MB | 160 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Playgendary Limited | Armin Toepper |
Bugs and requests
Kick the Buddy
Reported bugs
3 issues- Buddy gets stuck in corners
- Sound cuts out after watching ads
- Buzz saw not working properly
Requested features
4 requests- More weapons and items
- Faster construction of new content
- Offline play option
- Customizable buddy voice
Luminfall
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Kick the Buddy
- Weekly Premium3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- Monthly Premium$19.991 Month
- Pinch of Gold$0.99
- Pocketful of Bucks$1.99
- Pocketful of Gold$1.99
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- No ads$2.99
- Case of Bucks$4.99
- Blood ON!$4.99
- No ads$4.99
- Stack of Bucks$9.99
- Season Pass$9.99
- No ads$9.99
- Blood ON!$9.99
- No ads$14.99
Luminfall
No in-app purchases









