AcChen vs Recontroller
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AcChen
This arcade-style tile-matching game challenges players to find pairs of identical symbols. It features a single-player campaign with multiple levels and bonus maps, as well as a local multiplayer mode for competing with a friend. Special items and layered tiles add strategic depth to the gameplay.
- Arcade-style tile matching
- Single-player campaign
- Local multiplayer mode
- 60+ levels and bonus maps
- Multitouch support
- Global high score list
- Unlockable achievements
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AcChen HD is a simple to learn, arcade style 'find the matching tile' game. Master the 60 different level and 12 bonus maps in the single player campaign or compete with a friend in 'Battle Mode' ( Hot Seat Multiplayer Mode ). Feature list ============ * fast arcade style 'find the matching tile' game * multi player 'hot seat' mode * 60 levels + 12 bonus maps * multitouch support ( use two fingers to improve your speed ) * global high score list + unlock-able achievements Rules ===== Clear the board by finding two items with identical symbols. The tiles will disappear when you can 'connect' them with a line, which has two or less corners ( right angles ) in it and no other part is blocking the way. Advance to the next level by clearing the board. If you run out of time before you finish a map, you lose. A map can contain tiles in up to 3 layers. You might combine tiles of different layers. If you pick one tile from the top layer and one from the bottom layer, only tiles on the top layer block the way, for example. In general: if you pick items from different layers, the upper most selected items layer is used for the search algorithm. Sounds difficult but if you give it a try, you will figure in no time... ;) Tiles with the same symbol might be located on top of each other. So the fastest pick is not always the best. Bonus Level =========== After each 3 solved levels a bonus level appears. Three different kinds of bonus level exists: 1. Start with 4 tiles and fill up the map. Every time you remove a pair, 4 new tiles will appear. Manage to fill up the whole map. 2. The play field contains covered items. Select two items to uncover. If the symbols match, the items disappear, if they don't match the item hides again. Try to remember the item and position. 3. The play field contains covered items. Two identical items will appear quickly at different position. Try to remember the last position and select the two items. In case time runs out, you advance to the next level. After finishing a bonus level you receive an extra Hint-Item ( see below ) and 100 extra bonus points. Battle Mode =========== Each player has to finish his move within 6 seconds. If a pair was found or 6 seconds elapse, the play field flips and it is the others player turn. The duration of the game is 3 minutes and can be extended by the 'Time Bonus Item' ( see below ). The game ends when the time runs out or there are no possible moves left. Special Items ============= Solid Tiles ----------- Solid tiles can not be removed. Yin Yang -------- If you pick a pair of Yin Yang the next picked symbol will disappear from the current map. If the Yin Yang is the last pair you pick, you can use this special on the next map. Time Bonus Item --------------- From time to time animated hourglasses appear on a symbol for a few seconds. If you manage to remove this item you receive 15 extra seconds. Hint Item --------- If you need a hint during the game, tap the Hint Item. If available, a matching pair will be selected. It will disappear if you tap on it. After finishing a Bonus Level you receive an extra Hint Item. You can collect up to 3 Hint Items. Scoring ======= The first successful pick scores 0 points. The next pick within 3 seconds, scores 4 points, within 5 seconds 2 point. After finishing a level, the remaining time is added to you score. Game Center ========== AcChen HD is Game Center enabled. By enabling this feature you can share your score with players around the world. Discover the 8 unlock-able achievements within Game Center.
Recontroller
Experience a unique shooting game blending retro pixel art with sci-fi visuals. Anticipate enemy fire from the depth of the screen while engaging in fast-paced combat. Level up frequently to enhance abilities and enjoy satisfying hits.
- 2D and 3D graphics blend
- Nostalgic pixel art with sci-fi visuals
- Anticipate bullets from screen depth
- Frequent level-ups and ability enhancements
- Simple tap and stick controls
- Satisfying hit sensation
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Recontroller is a shooting game that integrates 2D and 3D graphics, offering beautiful yet nostalgic visuals with simple gameplay. Players progress through stages by shooting various types of bullets to defeat enemies. Defeating enemies grants experience points, with level-ups enhancing the player's abilities. Each stage features four types of enemies and bosses, each with unique characteristics. --- Features of this game is --- - Pixel graphics combined with a vintage TV filter evoke a sense of nostalgia - Sci-fi inspired visuals - Innovative design in the shooting game genre - Satisfying impact with every hit - Frequent opportunities for level up - Intuitive and simple controls --- Bullets Coming from the Depth --- The trajectory of enemy bullets, originating from the depth of the screen, can be anticipated by the trails of light, providing a new shooting game experience. Players need to be aware of the bullets approaching from the depth while dealing with the enemy fire at the forefront. --- Retro × Sci-Fi Graphics --- The game boasts graphics that balance retro pixel art with a futuristic, sci-fi ambiance, offering a unique and mysterious gaming experience. --- Addictive Hit Sensation and Growth Realization --- Players can enjoy the pleasure of defeating multiple enemies at once. Frequent leveling up allows for continuous play without boredom due to the enhancement of performance. --- Simple control --- "Recontroller" is shooter with simple control. You can shoot by tapping the left side of screen and move the character using the stick in the right side of screen. SNS X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/Tomii172848332 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiiiikt/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Recontroller at Free against AcChen's $0.99. Recontroller also leads on rating (4.0 vs 3.3) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 38 months). AcChen's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (64% vs 50%). On 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
Recontroller is free to download; AcChen costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Recontroller holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 2 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 64% of AcChen's written reviews are positive against 50% of Recontroller's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
AcChen ships an update every 38 months, Recontroller every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AcChen | Recontroller |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.3 (7 ratings) | 4.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 63.6% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 38 months | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Ad-supported — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 100 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Stefan Preuss | Tomoya Uchiike |
Customer experience
AcChen
Recontroller
In-app purchases
AcChen
No in-app purchases
Recontroller
No in-app purchases








