# Samurai 2 vs Luxor 2

The clearest difference is rating: Samurai 2 at 4.8 against Luxor 2's 4.4. Samurai 2 also leads on ratings volume (822 vs 16) and chart position (#184 vs unranked). Luxor 2's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 10.0). On review sentiment, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Samurai 2 costs $2.99 and Luxor 2 $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Samurai 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Samurai 2 has 822 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Samurai 2's written reviews are positive against 72% of Luxor 2's.

Samurai 2 ships an update every 5 months, Luxor 2 every 7 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Samurai 2 | Luxor 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$2.99** | $4.99 |
| Rating | **[4.8 (822 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samurai-2-vengeance/id392486160/reviews)** | [4.4 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luxor-2/id442741020/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **822** | 16 |
| Positive reviews | **77.8% of reviews** | 72.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 months** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#184** | — |
| Size | 157 MB | 121 MB |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Deca Games EOOD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1472223668) | [Accelerate Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1691696196) |

## What reviewers say

### Samurai 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samurai-2-vengeance/id392486160)

**Currently charting:** #184 Top Paid · Action, #197 Top Paid · Adventure (US App Store)

Embark on a quest for revenge in this action-packed hack 'n' slash game. Master intuitive controls, dynamic combat, and solve environmental puzzles as you battle hordes of enemies. Upgrade your skills and enjoy stunning anime-style visuals.

**Highlights:** Intuitive virtual joystick, Dynamic camera angles, Gory battle sequences, Environmental puzzles and traps, RPG skill upgrades, Anime-style comic panels, Survival mode

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Gorgeous graphics
- 🎨 Unique art style
- ⚔️ Satisfying combat
- 💯 Classic samurai experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Lack of difficulty options
- 🛡️ No block button
- 🔁 Repetitive gameplay

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on certain levels
- Dojo mode not working
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Requested features**

- New weapons and combos
- Customization options
- Expanded story and levels
- Multiplayer mode


### Luxor 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luxor-2/id442741020)

Embark on a journey through ancient Egypt in this classic marble-shooter game. Destroy approaching magical spheres with your scarab before they reach the pyramids. Features stunning graphics, numerous levels, and power-ups to aid your quest.

**Highlights:** 88 3D-rendered levels, Four difficulty levels, Over 80 statistics and badges, Rank progression system, Three game modes, 13 explosive power-ups, 13 bonus rounds

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 😊 Highly addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Beautiful graphics and visuals
- ⏱️ Great stress reliever and relaxation
- 🎮 Smooth gameplay experience
- 💰 Good value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing
- 📺 Game runs too fast on newer iPhone models
- ⚠️ Ads present in paid version
- 👁️ Balls are too small and hard to see
- 🎮 Awkward and sluggish controller/shooter controls

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on startup
- App closes immediately upon opening
- Random crashes during gameplay
- Game freezes at certain points
- Controller/shooter freezes in place

**Requested features**

- Update for newer iPhone models and iOS versions
- Fullscreen support for modern devices
- More levels and different worlds
- Luxor 3, 4, and 5 versions
- More power-ups in gameplay


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Samurai 2 free?

Samurai 2 costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Luxor 2 free?

Luxor 2 costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Samurai 2 or Luxor 2?

Samurai 2 is rated higher. Samurai 2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 822 ratings, while Luxor 2 averages 4.4 from 16 ratings.

### Do Samurai 2 or Luxor 2 have ads?

Neither Samurai 2 nor Luxor 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Samurai 2 or Luxor 2?

Samurai 2 ships an update every 5 months, and Luxor 2 every 7 months. Most recently, Samurai 2 was updated on November 1, 2026 and Luxor 2 on November 1, 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.*