Comparison

Beaver Jam vs Pataphysics

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

Head to head
About

Beaver Jam

Control a beaver in this 2D side-scroller, collecting berries by navigating platforms and avoiding hazards. Enjoy a simple yet engaging gameplay experience.

Highlights
  • 2D side-scrolling gameplay
  • Platform navigation
  • Berry collection
  • Obstacle avoidance
  • Character control
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Beaver Jam is a 2D side-scroller in which you control a beaver and collect berries by jumping onto platforms and avoiding obstacles.

About

Pataphysics

Features
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The Ultimate Pixel Side-Scrolling Action RPG! Dive into a beautifully crafted pixel world filled with exciting battles, powerful weapons, and countless skills to master. With intuitive controls, enjoy the thrill of an epic adventure anywhere, anytime. Game Features Dynamic Combat and Growth System Conquer challenging stages, grow your character, and upgrade your weapons. Defeat powerful bosses and collect legendary equipment! Diverse Weapons and Stunning Skills Choose from swords, bows, magic, and more to suit your playstyle. Dominate the battlefield with visually stunning skills! Charming Pixel Art Style Explore a fantasy world brought to life with adorable and detailed pixel graphics. Every stage offers unique environments and enemies to discover. Addictive Stage Progression Battle through over 100 stages of increasing difficulty! Test your limits in endless modes and enjoy various in-game events. Engaging Story and Unique Characters Join a cast of quirky heroes on a journey to defeat evil and restore peace to the land. Start your adventure now and create your very own hero! Experience thrilling action and captivating storytelling in an enchanting pixel world. Share your progress with friends and compete to become the ultimate warrior! The fun is at your fingertips—download now!

Screenshots

Beaver Jam4 screens
Pataphysics4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Pataphysics at every 4 days against Beaver Jam's every 18 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Beaver Jam sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Pataphysics sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Beaver Jam ships an update every 18 months, Pataphysics every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Beaver Jam versus Pataphysics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBeaver JamPataphysics
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (13 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings13 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 18 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB113 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperBenjamin Schreiberho seok Bang

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Beaver Jam

One-time1
  • Unlock Full Game$1.99
11 purchases

Pataphysics

One-time11
  • GEM 0$0.79
  • SKIN 1$0.99
  • PET 1$0.99
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  • GEM 1$3.99
  • PET 2$4.99
  • GEM 2$7.99
  • GEM 3$23.99
  • GEM 4$39.99
  • SKIN 2$49.99
  • GEM 5$79.99
  • PET 3$99.99

Questions

Is Beaver Jam free?
Beaver Jam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pataphysics free?
Pataphysics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Beaver Jam or Pataphysics have ads?
Neither Beaver Jam nor Pataphysics shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Beaver Jam or Pataphysics?
Beaver Jam ships an update every 18 months, and Pataphysics every 4 days. Most recently, Beaver Jam was updated on November 3, 2026 and Pataphysics on October 25, 2026.

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