Comparison

MEGA MAN X vs DOOM II

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

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About

MEGA MAN X

Experience a classic action game with enhanced graphics and multiple gameplay modes. Challenge yourself with various difficulty levels, compete with others globally, and unlock numerous achievements. Power up your character with customizable upgrades and new weapons to overcome formidable foes.

Highlights
  • Enhanced Retina Display graphics
  • Two display modes (Regular and Full)
  • Three difficulty levels (Easy, Normal, Hard)
  • Ranking Mode with Score Attack, Time Race, Endless
  • 80 unlockable challenges
  • In-game upgrades and power-ups
  • Customizable BGM options
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The super masterpiece of the action game "MEGA MAN X” now powered up! With variety of weapons and reinforcing parts, break Sigma’s dark ambition down!! ◆Power-up points 1.【Supporting Retina Display!】 “MEGA MAN X”’s old graphic was localized! 2.【2 Display Modes!!】 In addition to “REGULAR MODE” which displays whole screen of the game, “FULL MODE,” which displays full iPhone display, is available! 3.【Three Difficulty Levels!】 Story Mode comes with Easy, Normal, and Hard difficulty options. Easy places extra platforms in stages, so you won't fall to your death, and confident players looking for a challenge will feel right at home on Hard! 4.【Ranking Mode! (Function supporting Game Center)】 Compete with other players in Ranking Mode! Aim for the most points in Score Attack, rush to clear stages the fastest in Time Race, and see who can finish the most stages in Endless. Polish your skills and aim for the top! 5.【80 Challenges!! (Function supporting Game Center)】 20 challenges in the Opening Stage of “STORY MODE” (*1)!! There are 60 in following stages, so there are 80 challenges altogether! ※(*1) does not supports Game Center. 6.【Support Features to Help You Progress!】 Those who don't know where to find the upgrades in-game, or who just want to power up right away, can easily get upgrades through the Customizations screen! There are a range of support options, like Full Armor and All Weapons, to help you progress through the game smoother! Try discounted “Perfect Set” to be strongest! You can also change the BGM to the arranged versions to give the game a different feel! Note: Support features and arranged BGM are paid content. ------------ ◆Operating Methods Move・・・・・Direction button Shot・・・Attack button Jump・・・Jump button Change Weapon・・・Change Weapon button on the right top Quick Change・・・Try touching the top of the game screen! And scroll your finger right and left then let it go; you can change the weapon quick and easy! Dismounting Ride Armor・・・Tap the icon on the right top ------------ [Important Notes] Please see [Supported OS and Devices] in the lower part of the following link. https://www.capcom-games.com/product/en-us/megamanx-app/?t=openv Note: We cannot guarantee the app’s performance or offer refunds if you use a device not listed as compatible.

About

DOOM II

Experience the iconic sequel to a groundbreaking shooter. Battle through hellish landscapes against hordes of demons, wielding powerful weapons like the Super Shotgun. This re-release includes 20 additional community-created levels.

Highlights
  • Iconic sequel gameplay
  • Super Shotgun weapon
  • Battle the Icon of Sin
  • 20 Master Levels
  • Descend into hell
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Celebrate DOOM's 25th anniversary with the re-release of DOOM II. This beloved sequel to the groundbreaking DOOM (1993) gave players the brutal Super Shotgun to bear against deadlier demons, and the infamous boss, the Icon of Sin. The re-release of DOOM II includes: - The Master Levels, 20 additional levels made by the community and supervised by the developers To save Earth, you must descend into the depths of hell, survive demon hordes, and take part in the fiercest battle ever.

Screenshots

MEGA MAN X4 screens
DOOM II4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DOOM II at none against MEGA MAN X's 6. DOOM II also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 16 months). MEGA MAN X's advantage is rating (4.1 vs 3.8). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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

MEGA MAN X costs $4.99 and DOOM II $4.99 up front. MEGA MAN X sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. DOOM II asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MEGA MAN X holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 839 and 394 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of MEGA MAN X's written reviews are positive against 52% of DOOM II's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MEGA MAN X ships an update every 16 months, DOOM II every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
MEGA MAN X versus DOOM II: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMEGA MAN XDOOM II
Price$4.99$4.99
Rating4.1 (839 ratings) — better3.8 (394 ratings)
Positive reviews56.7% of reviews — better51.6% of reviews
Number of ratings839 — better394
Update frequencyEvery 16 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
Best chart rank#103#95 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size297 MB375 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperCAPCOMBethesda

Customer experience

MEGA MAN X

All ratings839 ratings
Positive75.9%
Neutral6.1%
Negative18.0%
Written reviews365 reviews
Positive56.7%
Neutral12.1%
Negative31.2%

DOOM II

All ratings394 ratings
Positive66.2%
Neutral8.9%
Negative24.9%
Written reviews221 reviews
Positive51.6%
Neutral12.7%
Negative35.7%

User reviews

MEGA MAN X

From 839 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 🎮 Classic Mega Man X experience
  • 👍 Variety of difficulty settings
  • 🎶 Great soundtrack

Room to improve

  • 🎮 Subpar touch controls
  • 🔀 Fragmented level design
  • 🎨 Disappointing graphics compared to original
  • 🐛 Saving issues/lost progress

DOOM II

From 394 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent port of a classic game
  • 👍 Great graphics and sound
  • 🎮 Works well with controllers
  • 🕹️ Nostalgic gameplay

Room to improve

  • 🔨 Subpar touch controls
  • 🤯 Difficulty with automatic weapons
  • 🧭 Lack of control customization
  • 🤖 Bethesda account required

Bugs and requests

MEGA MAN X

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Inability to obtain certain items/achievements
  • Choppy frame rate

Requested features

4 requests
  • Controller support
  • Widescreen/full-screen support
  • Ability to switch to original graphics
  • Porting of other Mega Man X games

DOOM II

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes on certain levels
  • Saved game issues after updates
  • Controller strafing not working

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add multiplayer mode
  • Implement gyroscope/motion controls
  • Allow custom control mapping
  • Provide more mod/add-on support

In-app purchases

6 purchases

MEGA MAN X

One-time6
  • All Health Boosts$0.99
  • All Subtanks$0.99
  • Full Armor$1.99
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  • All Weapons$1.99
  • Arranged BGMs$2.99
  • Complete Set$3.99
None

DOOM II

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MEGA MAN X free?
MEGA MAN X costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is DOOM II free?
DOOM II costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MEGA MAN X or DOOM II?
MEGA MAN X is rated higher. MEGA MAN X averages 4.1 out of 5 from 839 ratings, while DOOM II averages 3.8 from 394 ratings.
Do MEGA MAN X or DOOM II have ads?
Neither MEGA MAN X nor DOOM II shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MEGA MAN X or DOOM II?
MEGA MAN X ships an update every 16 months, and DOOM II every 6 weeks. Most recently, MEGA MAN X was updated on September 30, 2026 and DOOM II on September 28, 2026.
Which is more popular, MEGA MAN X or DOOM II?
MEGA MAN X currently peaks at #103 in the App Store charts, and DOOM II at #95. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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