# MEGA MAN X vs DOOM II

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.

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.

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.

MEGA MAN X ships an update every 16 months, DOOM II every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on September 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MEGA MAN X | DOOM II |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | $4.99 |
| Rating | **[4.1 (839 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mega-man-x/id469343097/reviews)** | [3.8 (394 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doom-ii/id1470090748/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **839** | 394 |
| Positive reviews | **56.7% of reviews** | 51.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 16 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#107** | #123 |
| Size | 297 MB | 375 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [CAPCOM](https://appshunter.io/developer/308807391) | [Bethesda](https://appshunter.io/developer/547109759) |

## What reviewers say

### MEGA MAN X

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mega-man-x/id469343097)

**Currently charting:** #107 Top Paid · Action (US App Store)

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Health Boosts | $0.99 | one-time |
| All Subtanks | $0.99 | one-time |
| Full Armor | $1.99 | one-time |
| All Weapons | $1.99 | one-time |
| Arranged BGMs | $2.99 | one-time |
| Complete Set | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to obtain certain items/achievements
- Choppy frame rate

**Requested features**

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


### DOOM II

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doom-ii/id1470090748)

**Currently charting:** #123 Top Paid · Action (US App Store)

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked 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 30, 2026.

### Which is more popular, MEGA MAN X or DOOM II?

MEGA MAN X currently peaks at #107 in the App Store charts, and DOOM II at #123. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*