# OUTERPLANE vs Shadowverse

The clearest difference is rating: OUTERPLANE at 4.7 against Shadowverse's 3.8. OUTERPLANE also leads on review sentiment (43% vs 35%) and ratings volume (3.7K vs 1.2K). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OUTERPLANE sells 113 one-off in-app purchases and Shadowverse sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

OUTERPLANE holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.7K and 1.2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of OUTERPLANE's written reviews are positive against 35% of Shadowverse's.

OUTERPLANE ships an update fortnightly, Shadowverse every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | OUTERPLANE | Shadowverse |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/outerplane-strategy-anime/id1630880836/reviews)** | [3.8 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowverse-worlds-beyond/id6472019540/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.7K** | 1.2K |
| Positive reviews | **43.4% of reviews** | 35.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 154 MB | 608 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.3** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Major Nine Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1835627322) | [Cygames, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/561598806) |

## What reviewers say

### OUTERPLANE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/outerplane-strategy-anime/id1630880836)

Embark on an epic isekai adventure with a summoned Earthling seeking revenge. Engage in strategic turn-based combat featuring cinematic skill chains and a Burst system. Collect and battle with high-quality 3D anime heroes in an immersive story.

**Highlights:** Turn-based action with skill chains, Explosive Burst system, High-quality 3D anime heroes, Immersive epic story, Character-specific side stories

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (113)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Deep Sea Step-Up II | $0.59 | one-time |
| Grand Appreciation Festival I | $0.59 | one-time |
| Steam Launch! Super Deal Pack | $0.59 | one-time |
| Welcome Recruitment Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Veronica Premium Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Conqueror Pack I | $0.99 | one-time |
| 4 Stars Legendary Weapon Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Beginner Step-Up II | $0.99 | one-time |
| 3rd Anniversary Hot Deal Pack V | $0.99 | one-time |
| 3rd Anniversary Hot Deal Pack I | $0.99 | one-time |
| 3rd Anniversary Step-Up II | $0.99 | one-time |
| Prelude to the Festival Step-Up II | $0.99 | one-time |
| Primine Recruitment Booster | $0.99 | one-time |
| (Limited) Valentine Special Package | $0.99 | one-time |
| New Year Lucky Pouch I | $0.99 | one-time |
| Login Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| New Master Support Pack I | $0.99 | one-time |
| (Limited) Recruit Support Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| DanMachi Celebration Pack I | $0.99 | one-time |
| Skadi Recruit Booster I | $0.99 | one-time |
| Delta Recruit Support | $0.99 | one-time |
| Chocolate Squad Step-Up I | $0.99 | one-time |
| Special Request: Pack I | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bandit Chase Clear Pack I | $0.99 | one-time |
| Daily Stamina Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Welcome Recruitment Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Login Pack 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Black Friday Assortment I | $2.99 | one-time |
| Blue Dragon’s Lucky Bag I | $2.99 | one-time |
| Naughty Step-Up II | $2.99 | one-time |
| Terminus Isle Support Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Nostalgia Step-Up II | $2.99 | one-time |
| Tourist's Step-Up II | $2.99 | one-time |
| Heatwave Cop Delta Booster I | $2.99 | one-time |
| Beginner Step-Up III | $2.99 | one-time |
| Kitsune of Tamamo-no-Mae Booster I | $2.99 | one-time |
| Night of the Living Soulslayer | $2.99 | one-time |
| 3rd Anniversary Package I | $2.99 | one-time |
| Midnight Skadi Recruit Booster I | $2.99 | one-time |
| Omega Nadja Recruitment Booster | $2.99 | one-time |
| Wanderer's Step Up II | $2.99 | one-time |
| New Year Lucky Pouch II | $2.99 | one-time |
| Lucky Step-up II | $2.99 | one-time |
| Dimensional Crossroads Step-Up II | $2.99 | one-time |
| New Master Support Pack II | $2.99 | one-time |
| Summer Dream Step-Up II | $2.99 | one-time |
| (Limited) Liselotte Booster | $2.99 | one-time |
| DanMachi Celebration Pack II | $2.99 | one-time |
| Wax Wings’ Step-Up II | $2.99 | one-time |
| Archdemon of Hubris Step-Up II | $2.99 | one-time |
| Happy New Year Step-Up II | $2.99 | one-time |
| New Year's Step-Up I | $2.99 | one-time |
| A Midwinter Night's Dream I | $2.99 | one-time |
| Caren Recruit Support Pack I | $2.99 | one-time |
| Anniversary Pack I | $2.99 | one-time |
| OUTERPLANE Festival Step-Up II | $2.99 | one-time |
| Kitsune Recruitment Celeb Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| GardenerofaForgottenParadiseI | $2.99 | one-time |
| Poolside Trickster Pack II | $2.99 | one-time |
| Valentine Adventure Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Veronica Premium Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mirsha Adventure Pack 1 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Limited Demiurge Recruitment I | $5.99 | one-time |
| Midsummer Festival I | $5.99 | one-time |
| Veronica Premium Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Summer Step-Up II | $6.99 | one-time |
| (Limited) OmegaNadja Booster I | $6.99 | one-time |
| Spatiotemporal Rift Step-Up II | $6.99 | one-time |
| Gnosis Delta Recruit Booster I | $6.99 | one-time |
| Automaton's Step-Up II | $6.99 | one-time |
| Gnosis Dahlia Recruit BoosterI | $6.99 | one-time |
| Holiday Step-Up II | $6.99 | one-time |
| (Limited)Descent Support PackI | $6.99 | one-time |
| Limited  Bingo Point Pack I | $6.99 | one-time |
| Festival Celebration! Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Eva’s Special Ether Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Black Friday Recruitment Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Heatwave Cop Delta Booster II | $9.99 | one-time |
| Midnight Skadi Booster II | $9.99 | one-time |
| Stamina Pack | $10.99 | one-time |
| Conqueror Pack III | $10.99 | one-time |
| Baker Recruit Pack II | $10.99 | one-time |
| Anniversary Step-Up II | $10.99 | one-time |
| BellCranelRecruitSupportPack I | $10.99 | one-time |
| Ryu Lion Recruit SupportPack I | $10.99 | one-time |
| Automaton's Step-Up III | $10.99 | one-time |
| Archdemon of Hubris Step-UpIII | $10.99 | one-time |
| New Year's Step-Up II | $10.99 | one-time |
| Holy Night's Dianne Recruit I | $10.99 | one-time |
| Holiday Step-Up III | $10.99 | one-time |
| Anniversary Pack II | $10.99 | one-time |
| Kitsune Recruitment Pack II | $10.99 | one-time |
| Halloween Event Pack I | $10.99 | one-time |
| Limited  Bingo Point Pack II | $10.99 | one-time |
| Midsummer Night Fireworks II | $10.99 | one-time |
| Poolside Trickster Pack III | $10.99 | one-time |
| Iota World Splash I | $10.99 | one-time |
| Tourist's Step-Up III | $13.99 | one-time |
| Midnight Rush Skadi Booster III | $14.99 | one-time |
| Special + Premium Pass(231121) | $19.99 | one-time |
| Special+Premium Pass (240116) | $19.99 | one-time |
| Special+Premium Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium +Special Pass(260519) | $19.99 | one-time |
| 3rd Anniversary Step-Up III | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pass+Special Pass(260210) | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium+Special Pass(251118) | $19.99 | one-time |
| DanMachi Celebration Pack III | $19.99 | one-time |
| Tourist's Step-Up IV | $22.99 | one-time |
| OUTERPLANE Festival Step-UpIII | $22.99 | one-time |
| Poolside Trickster Pack IV | $22.99 | one-time |
| K's Special Ether Pack | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth animations
- 🎨 Beautiful character designs
- 📚 Engaging story and lore
- 👍 Generous free-to-play rewards

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔒 Concerning monetization practices
- 🕹️ Lack of diverse character roster
- 🕰️ Slow progression and grindy gameplay

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues after updates
- Data loss and account resets
- Crashes during long battles

**Requested features**

- Add more male characters
- Improve PvP and guild systems
- Implement auto-repeat and skip options
- Increase drop rates and pity system


### Shadowverse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowverse-worlds-beyond/id6472019540)

Engage in strategic card battles with a new super-evolution mechanic and a compelling story. Collect cards, customize decks across seven classes, and connect with other players in a vibrant community.

**Highlights:** Super-evolution mechanic, Strategic card battles, Daily free card packs, Seven unique classes, Full-voice acted story, Shadowverse Park community, Deck customization

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 60 Crystals | $1.19 | one-time |
| First Farer Legendary Box | $1.59 | one-time |
| First Farer Box | $1.59 | one-time |
| 220 Crystals | $3.99 | one-time |
| 450 Crystals | $7.99 | one-time |
| Crystals + Card Style Bundle | $15.99 | one-time |
| 920 Crystals | $15.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $15.99 | one-time |
| 1400 Crystals | $23.99 | one-time |
| 2350 Crystals | $39.99 | one-time |
| Deckboost Bundle | $39.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Crystals | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Gorgeous artwork
- 🎮 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 👍 Familiar and welcoming to Shadowverse fans

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Overly expensive monetization model
- 🔒 Restrictive card liquefaction system
- 🏆 Lack of F2P-friendly progression

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OUTERPLANE free?

OUTERPLANE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Shadowverse free?

Shadowverse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, OUTERPLANE or Shadowverse?

OUTERPLANE is rated higher. OUTERPLANE averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.7K ratings, while Shadowverse averages 3.8 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do OUTERPLANE or Shadowverse have ads?

Both OUTERPLANE and Shadowverse show ads.

### Which is updated more often, OUTERPLANE or Shadowverse?

OUTERPLANE ships an update fortnightly, and Shadowverse every 2 weeks. Most recently, OUTERPLANE was updated on October 21, 2026 and Shadowverse on October 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*