Comparison

GDevelop vs Plutus

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

Head to head
About

GDevelop

Discover and play a wide variety of indie games created by a global community. This platform also empowers users to design and publish their own 2D and 3D games using a no-code, AI-assisted engine, suitable for all skill levels.

Highlights
  • Unlimited indie game access
  • Create 2D/3D games
  • No-code development
  • AI-assisted game building
  • Game templates and assets
  • Publish and share games
  • Leaderboards and multiplayer
Features
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Play a growing world of quirky, joyful indie games. Discover, play and support games made by independent creators from around the world... and create your own! Play and help shape the next indie gem: - Unlimited indie games instantly in-app, no install needed - Sharing feedback with creators - Explore new games every week, from around the world Every game in the app was built with GDevelop: the no-code and AI powered, open-source game engine used by thousands of creators, artists, and independent developers. Start exploring. Play something small. Or weird. Or wonderful. Create your own games. Or play any game you're dreaming of! It's fast, easy, and no technical knowledge is required to get started. Try it, or get a GDevelop subscription to unlock every feature! - Explore dozens of game templates or start from scratch. - Use AI to help you build your game step by step. - Use your own characters, or choose from a library of pre-made objects such as characters, animations, sounds, and music. - Quickly add pre-made logic to your game objects with GDevelop's Behaviors. - Write game logic with GDevelop's innovative event system based on "if / then" actions and conditions. - Publish your game in a few seconds and share it with your friends, colleagues, or customers. - Allow players to submit their scores with ready-to-use leaderboards or make online multiplayer games. Dozens of thousands of games are made every month with GDevelop. Unleash your creativity, and create all kinds of games: platformers, shoot’em up, strategy, 8-bit, or hyper-casual games... the sky is the limit. GDevelop is a powerful game engine that will transform you into a game designer: - Add explosions and effects with particles. - Use visual effects ("shaders"). - Pathfinding and advanced movements (bounce, elliptic movement, screen wrap, projectiles...). - Advanced rendering engine that can handle pixel-art games, modern 2D games, 2.5D isometric games and 3D games. - Text objects for scores, dialogues, with optional typewriter effects. - Transitions and smooth movement for objects. - Leaderboards and Real-time Multiplayer. - Platformer engine. - Realistic 2D and 3D physics engine. - Sound effects and music handling. - Ready-to-use objects for your game interface: text input, buttons, joysticks, progress bars... - Complete documentation available for each feature. - Dozens of extensions that give new behaviors, new actions, and new conditions: checkpoints, object shaking, 3D flip effects... GDevelop makes game development easy, even for those with no prior experience. Download the app and join a community of 400k+ monthly creators: gamers, hobbyists, teachers, and professionals. GDevelop's unique design makes game creation fast and fun! Our Terms & Conditions: https://gdevelop.io/page/terms-and-conditions Our Privacy Policy: https://gdevelop.io/page/privacy-policy

About

Plutus

Transform your game ideas into playable experiences using AI. This app allows you to create various game genres with simple text prompts, no coding needed. Explore a curated library of instant-play games created by the community.

Highlights
  • AI prompt-to-game creation
  • No-code game development
  • Publish and share games
  • Instant-play game library
  • Daily new community games
  • Switch between creation and play
Features
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Plutus - AI Game Maker & Arcade Create games, play arcade games, and compete with players worldwide. Plutus is an AI game maker that lets anyone create their own games without coding. Turn an idea into a playable game in seconds using AI, explore an endless arcade of mini games, and compete in skill-based tournaments. Whether you want to make games, play games, or build your own arcade, Plutus gives you the tools to do it in one app. Create Games with AI Use Plutus Studio - an AI game generator and no-code game maker - to build your own games instantly. With our game creator you can: • Turn text prompts into playable games • Create arcade games, puzzles, runners, and action games • Customize gameplay, visuals, and difficulty • Publish your game and share it with players • Build games without coding or game design skills Plutus makes game development simple — just describe your idea and start playing. Play Arcade & Mini Games Discover a huge library of arcade games and mini games created by the community. Inside the Plutus arcade you can: • Play hundreds of instant games • Explore new community-made games every day • Discover trending arcade games • Try new mechanics and game ideas From casual arcade challenges to experimental creations, there is always something new to play. Compete in Skill-Based Tournaments Think your game skills are sharp? Join competitive tournaments and climb the leaderboards. • Skill-based competitions • Global leaderboards • XP, levels, and progression • Challenges across multiple games Play, improve your skills, and become a top player. Why Players Love Plutus • AI Game Maker – create games in seconds • No-Code Game Builder – anyone can make games • Arcade Game Hub – play endless mini games • Community Creations – discover new games daily • Tournaments & Competition Plutus is where game creation meets arcade gaming. Create games. Play games. Share your ideas with the world. Download Plutus and start building your own games today. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.plutus.gg/privacy-policy Terms Of Service: https://www.plutus.gg/terms-of-service

Screenshots

GDevelop4 screens
Plutus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Plutus at none against GDevelop's 21. Plutus also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (77% vs 50%). GDevelop's advantage is chart position (#29 vs unranked) and ratings volume (2.5K vs 558). On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. GDevelop sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Plutus asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Plutus holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.5K and 558 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of GDevelop's written reviews are positive against 77% of Plutus's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GDevelop ships an update every 2 weeks, Plutus weekly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
GDevelop versus Plutus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGDevelopPlutus
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (2.5K ratings)4.6 (558 ratings) — better
Positive reviews49.7% of reviews77.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.5K — better558
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#29 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size193 MB97 MB
Age rating9+17+
DeveloperGDEVELOP FRANCEUnicohub Private Limited

Customer experience

GDevelop

All ratings2,473 ratings
Positive82.5%
Neutral5.9%
Negative11.6%
Written reviews364 reviews
Positive49.7%
Neutral9.3%
Negative40.9%

Plutus

All ratings556 ratings
Positive88.8%
Neutral5.0%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews238 reviews
Positive77.3%
Neutral12.6%
Negative10.1%

User reviews

GDevelop

From 2.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Powerful game engine
  • 🤑 Can make great games
  • 🤩 Awesome app
  • 🤖 Impressive no-code features

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 💰 Subscription model too restrictive
  • 🤔 Limited free features
  • 🤯 Confusing and complex
  • 🤖 Mobile version not as capable as PC

Plutus

From 558 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Engaging events without being overwhelming
  • 👍 Clear explanations before events start
  • 👍 Active server with always something happening
  • 👍 Simple and smooth tournament process
  • 👍 Easy navigation and flow during events

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Game ending abruptly at times
  • 🔒 Lack of customer support and unresponsive to inquiries
  • 🐛 Issues with identity verification and withdrawal delays
  • 🐛 Glitches and bugs in the gameplay

Bugs and requests

GDevelop

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes when changing sprites
  • Keyboard issues on mobile
  • Saved projects not loading properly
  • Frequent crashes and loss of progress
  • Importing assets causes issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Sprite editor
  • More programming features (e.g. switches, loops)
  • Ability to organize code/actions better on mobile
  • Reduce subscription limits
  • Add daily rewards or free currency

Plutus

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Rounds ending prematurely during gameplay
  • Inconsistent scoring and tie issues in some games
  • Withdrawal and payout problems

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add daily login rewards
  • Implement leaderboards for more competitive play
  • Provide tutorial pop-ups for new users
  • Add more game options and casino-style games
  • Introduce a light mode option

In-app purchases

21 purchases

GDevelop

Subscriptions6
  • GDevelop Silver3 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • GDevelop Gold3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • GDevelop Pro3 Days trial$39.991 Month
Show 3 more
  • GDevelop Silver - 1 year$49.991 Year
  • GDevelop Gold - 1 year3 Days trial$95.991 Year
  • GDevelop Pro - 1 year3 Days trial$399.991 Year
One-time15
  • Sci-Fi Space Village$3.99
  • Sci-Fi Space Characters$3.99
  • Sci-Fi Space Animals$3.99
Show 12 more
  • Pixel Dark Fantasy Level 3$4.99
  • Pixel Dark Fantasy$5.99
  • Pixel Dark Fantasy Level 2$5.99
  • 500 Credits$5.99
  • 1000 Credits$9.99
  • Platformer Bundle$14.99
  • GDevelop Mega Bundle$17.99
  • 2000 Credits$18.99
  • From Zero to Creator$24.99
  • From Zero to Creator$34.99
  • 5000 Credits$44.99
  • 10000 Credits$89.99
None

Plutus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GDevelop free?
GDevelop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Plutus free?
Plutus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GDevelop or Plutus?
Plutus is rated higher. GDevelop averages 4.3 out of 5 from 2.5K ratings, while Plutus averages 4.6 from 558 ratings.
Do GDevelop or Plutus have ads?
GDevelop shows ads; Plutus does not.
Which is updated more often, GDevelop or Plutus?
GDevelop ships an update every 2 weeks, and Plutus weekly. Most recently, GDevelop was updated on October 30, 2026 and Plutus on October 30, 2026.

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