Comparison

Pocket Tanks vs Manitverse

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

Head to head
About

Pocket Tanks

Engage in fast-paced artillery battles with a vast arsenal of weapons. Master simple controls to outmaneuver and defeat opponents in quick matches or turn-based online play. Explore diverse battlefields and experiment with unique weaponry.

Highlights
  • One-on-one artillery combat
  • WiFi and online multiplayer
  • Vast arsenal of unique weapons
  • Simple controls, deep strategy
  • Target Practice mode
  • Weapon expansion packs
Features
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"The Ultimate One-on-One Artillery Game" – Now with cross-platform WiFi and Online Play! Pocket Tanks is the fast-paced artillery game that is simple to learn, and fun to master. The perfect quick game for friends and family, you'll find yourself hooked for hours of play! Bury your opponent in a mound of dirt, or assail him with a barrage of bullets. Visit the Weapon Shop before battle to arm yourself for the struggle, or try the Target Practice mode to learn all the weapons and the best tactics to win. Experience the thrill of launching volley after volley of powerful and fun weapons across the battlefield, using very simple controls. Select your angle, power, and FIRE! Your arsenal of unique and useful weapons includes: Napalm, Firecracker, Skipper, Cruiser, Dirt Mover, and dozens more! This is the light-hearted game of heavy artillery for everyone. ----------------------------------- Pocket Tanks - Free Version 45 weapons Features: - Large scrolling battlefields - Universal app; looks great on iPhone or iPad - WiFi real-time matches on a local network - Online, turn based play. Battle your friends around the world at your own pace. Download Pocket Tanks COMPLETELY FREE, and learn the ropes with 45 exciting weapons. The Free version also includes WiFi AND Online play, to challenge your friends! Upgrade in App to Deluxe and access: - 100 brand new weapons (145 total with all free packs) - Jump Jets for moving your tank around - Bouncy Dirt for creating reflective terrain - Digger for tunneling your tank underground - Support for weapon expansion packs, both paid and FREE! ----------------------------------- Note from the author: I have been writing artillery games since 1993. I created Pocket Tanks in 2001, and thanks to the many loyal fans, it is still in active development to this very day. Please join me in my quest to make Pocket Tanks a classic artillery game that stands the test of time. Thanks to all who have supported BlitWise over the years. -Michael P. Welch Author of DX-Ball & Scorched Tanks Millions of downloads, over a decade of fun! For the PC/Mac versions visit: www.blitwise.com

About

Manitverse

Immerse yourself in a virtual college campus where you can interact with friends in real-time. Compete in timed scavenger hunts to collect scattered objects and earn bragging rights. This multiplayer experience offers a social playground for connection and virtual escape.

Highlights
  • Virtual college campus environment
  • Real-time multiplayer interaction
  • Timed scavenger hunt gameplay
  • Social features like emotes and conversation
  • Virtual escape and social connection
Features
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Welcome to Manitverse, where the lines between virtual and reality blur, offering the ultimate college metaverse experience. In this multiplayer game, players dive into a dynamic world where they can interact with each other in real time within a virtual college campus setting. Upon entering Manitverse, players find themselves amidst the hustle and bustle of college life, surrounded by familiar landmarks and iconic locations. The objective? To embark on a scavenger hunt of sorts, scouring the campus for scattered objects within a set time frame. It's a race against the clock as players compete to collect as many items as possible while navigating through the digital landscape. But Manitverse is more than just a quest for virtual treasures. It's a social playground where players can engage with each other through a variety of means. Whether it's exchanging playful emotes, striking up conversations, or even busting out dance moves, the game fosters a sense of camaraderie and connection reminiscent of college days. At the end of the game, the player with the highest score emerges victorious, earning bragging rights and perhaps some in-game rewards. But beyond the competition lies the true essence of Manitverse – it serves as a virtual escape, offering players a much-needed respite from the rigors of daily life. It's a place to reunite with old friends, make new memories, and relive the glory days of college. Welcome to Manitverse.

Screenshots

Pocket Tanks4 screens
Manitverse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Manitverse at none against Pocket Tanks's 11. Manitverse also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 72%). On price, ads, 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. Pocket Tanks sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Manitverse asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Pocket Tanks versus Manitverse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPocket TanksManitverse
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (1.6K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews72.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.6K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size98 MB651 MB
Age rating9+17+
DeveloperBlitwise Productions, LLCTechy Mau Game Studios Inc

Customer experience

Pocket Tanks

All ratings1,561 ratings
Positive80.7%
Neutral5.4%
Negative13.9%
Written reviews418 reviews
Positive72.5%
Neutral8.1%
Negative19.4%

Manitverse

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Pocket Tanks

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Game crashes or won't open
  • Weapon glitches and scaling issues
  • Inconsistent AI behavior

Requested features

10 requests
  • Multiplayer online mode
  • Team or free-for-all gameplay
  • Improved graphics and visuals
  • Weapon balancing adjustments
  • Time limit for online turns
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  • Ability to chat with opponents
  • Terrain and weather variations
  • Weapon search/sorting options
  • Statistics tracking and leaderboards
  • Controller support

Manitverse

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Pocket Tanks

One-time11
  • Ambush Pack$0.99
  • Meteor Pack$0.99
  • Power Pack$0.99
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  • Fireworks Pack$0.99
  • Gold Pack$0.99
  • Tornado Pack$0.99
  • Blast Pack$0.99
  • Space Pack$0.99
  • Energy Pack$0.99
  • Cyclone Pack$0.99
  • Pocket Tanks Deluxe$4.99
None

Manitverse

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pocket Tanks free?
Pocket Tanks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Manitverse free?
Manitverse is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pocket Tanks or Manitverse have ads?
Neither Pocket Tanks nor Manitverse shows ads.

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