Comparison

Reverse vs BrownDust2

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

Head to head
About

Reverse

Embark on a time-traveling adventure as a Timekeeper, journeying through the 20th century to uncover the mystery of the "Storm." Assemble a team of Arcanists, cast spells, and battle enemies in this strategic RPG with stunning retro-modern visuals and full English voice acting.

Highlights
  • Time-traveling narrative
  • Strategic RPG combat
  • Arcanist team building
  • Retro and modern art styles
  • Full English voice acting
  • Arcane spellcasting
Features
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Reverse: 1999 is a 20th Century Time-Travel Strategic RPG developed by Bluepoch. On the last day of 1999, the "Storm" fell upon the world. You witnessed an era reversed beneath the rising raindrops. Defying all reasons, what unfolds in front of you is the world of an era long past. As the Timekeeper, observer of eras, you are free to travel through these eras after each "Storm." With the aid of Sonetto, a powerful Arcanist and ally from the Foundation, your mission is to travel through eras to where the "Storm" is most active, find other Arcanists who can sense the coming "Storm," and save them from being "sifted out" of the timeline. ▶▶Stunning Visuals Blending Retro and Modern Aesthetics◀◀ Step into the mysterious alt-history animated by unique visual elements that blend Pop Art, classical oil painting, and more art styles in history. ▶▶A Cinematic Adventure across the 20th Century◀◀ From the Roaring '20s to the turn of the millennium, you will embark on a journey across time and space, and uncover the truth about the "Storm" and the mystery of the year 1999. ▶▶Full English Voice Acting with Authentic Accents◀◀ Immerse yourself in ages past. Enjoy a story performed by diverse cast of voice actors with British, Italian, French, and other accents. ▶▶Fantastic Arcanists from Different Times and Regions◀◀ People once called them "mages," "wizards," and "freaks." Now they live in uneasy coexistence with regular humans … But who are the Arcanists, really? ▶▶Weave Arcane Incantations to Attain Glorious Victories◀◀ Build your team, cast spells, and use gorgeous arcane skills to defeat your enemies. Begin your exciting adventure through time in this all-new RPG. Official Website: https://re1999.bluepoch.com/en/home Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reverse1999global Twitter: https://twitter.com/Reverse1999_GL YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Reverse1999 Discord: https://discord.com/invite/reverse1999

About

BrownDust2

Embark on an epic RPG adventure with console-level 2D graphics and captivating storylines. Experience immersive gameplay in both landscape and vertical modes, featuring strategic turn-based battles and engaging PvP content.

Highlights
  • Console-level 2D graphics
  • Live 2D characters
  • Landscape and vertical modes
  • Captivating storyline
  • Quarter-view 3x4 battle system
  • User-vs-User PvP
  • Evil Castle challenges
Features
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▣ Game Introduction ▣ ■ A New Adventure RPG with Console-Level Graphics ■ Experience High-End 2D graphics with overwhelming detail! Enjoy the diverse charms of Live 2D characters drawn by top-tier illustrators, along with beautifully designed fields that add excitement to your adventures. ■ Immersive Adventures in Both Landscape and Vertical Mode ■ A user-friendly interface optimized for both landscape and vertical screens! Experience a whole new level of immersion as you explore the expanded world. ■ Console-Style Game Pack that Transcends Time and Space with a Captivating Storyline ■ The game pack system evokes the nostalgia of classic console games! Immerse yourself in a thrilling storyline that unfolds in a multi-universe world and discover what lies beyond. ■ The core of Browndust: battle system with a quarter-view perspective ■ A 3x4 simulation battle system that maximizes the tension! Don't miss the excitement of thrilling battles during adventures with well-designed intuitive turn-based battles ■ User-vs-User PvP and Evil Castle to Complete Your Adventure ■ Constantly test your own strategies and experience the joy of victory! Complete your adventure while enjoying the Evil Castle content that tests your limits.

Screenshots

Reverse4 screens
BrownDust24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Reverse at none against BrownDust2's shown. Reverse also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 53%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). BrownDust2's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Reverse sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and BrownDust2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Reverse holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10K and 6.5K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Reverse's written reviews are positive against 53% of BrownDust2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Reverse ships an update every 6 weeks, BrownDust2 every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Reverse versus BrownDust2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReverseBrownDust2
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (10K ratings) — better4.5 (6.5K ratings)
Positive reviews80.9% of reviews — better52.9% of reviews
Number of ratings10K — better6.5K
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#84 — better#120
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size3.6 GB586 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperBluepoch Co.,Ltd.NEOWIZ

Customer experience

Reverse

All ratings10,171 ratings
Positive95.1%
Neutral1.4%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews724 reviews
Positive80.9%
Neutral6.5%
Negative12.6%

BrownDust2

All ratings6,460 ratings
Positive87.8%
Neutral2.2%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews1,291 reviews
Positive52.9%
Neutral9.5%
Negative37.6%

User reviews

Reverse

From 10K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 🎨 Beautiful art and character designs
  • 👍 Diverse cast of characters with unique accents
  • 💎 Generous gacha system and rewards
  • 🎬 Immersive story and voice acting

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional voice acting and translation issues
  • ⏱️ Repetitive gameplay and lack of endgame content
  • 🔋 High energy consumption and resource requirements
  • 🤔 Confusing story and tutorial at times

BrownDust2

From 6.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent gameplay
  • 👍 Engaging story and characters
  • 💎 Generous gacha system
  • 🎨 Beautiful art and animations

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
  • 🔥 Overly sexualized character designs
  • 🕰️ Slow loading times and performance problems
  • 💰 Monetization and gacha system could be improved

Bugs and requests

Reverse

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes and decompression issues on launch
  • Inconsistencies between voice lines and subtitles

Requested features

4 requests
  • Multiplayer and PvP modes
  • More frequent story updates
  • Improved character progression and customization
  • Account transfer and merging functionality

BrownDust2

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes during summons and battles
  • Freezing and unresponsiveness in certain game modes
  • Incorrect or missing translations in the UI
  • Progression blockers and quest issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add language localization options (e.g., Spanish, French, German)
  • Improve server stability and reduce crashes
  • Optimize performance for older/lower-end devices
  • Tone down the excessive fanservice and sexualization

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Reverse

One-time10
  • Rookie Shopping Day$0.99
  • Gold Collection$0.99
  • Rookie Special$1.99
Show 7 more
  • 300 Crystal Drops$4.99
  • Roaring Month$4.99
  • COLLECTOR'S EDITION$9.99
  • Summon Sale Pack$9.99
  • 980 Crystal Drops$14.99
  • COLLECTOR'S EDITION DELUXE$14.99
  • Offer of the Month$24.99
10 purchases

BrownDust2

One-time10
  • Monthly Dia Package1$4.29
  • MEGA SALE First Countdown PACK$4.29
  • Happy Halloween! Lucky Draw Package$7.99
Show 7 more
  • Yuri Prestige Skin Lucky Draw$7.99
  • Scheherazade Prestige Skin Draw$7.99
  • Monthly Dia Package2$7.99
  • ユースティアプレステージスキンガチャパッケージ$7.99
  • Teresse Prestige Skin Draw Package$7.99
  • Zenith Prestige Skin Lucky Draw$7.99
  • Clumsy Wuff Tyr Special Skin$16.99

Questions

Is Reverse free?
Reverse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BrownDust2 free?
BrownDust2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Reverse or BrownDust2?
Reverse is rated higher. Reverse averages 4.8 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while BrownDust2 averages 4.5 from 6.5K ratings.
Do Reverse or BrownDust2 have ads?
BrownDust2 shows ads; Reverse does not.
Which is updated more often, Reverse or BrownDust2?
Reverse ships an update every 6 weeks, and BrownDust2 every 2 weeks. Most recently, Reverse was updated on November 8, 2026 and BrownDust2 on November 7, 2026.
Which is more popular, Reverse or BrownDust2?
Reverse currently peaks at #84 in the App Store charts, and BrownDust2 at #120. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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