# MEGA MAN X vs SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad at 100% against MEGA MAN X's 57%. SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 6). MEGA MAN X's advantage is ratings volume (846 vs 6) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On update cadence, ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

MEGA MAN X costs $4.99 and SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad $3.99 up front. MEGA MAN X sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad asks for nothing beyond the download.

SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MEGA MAN X has 846 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of MEGA MAN X's written reviews are positive against 100% of SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad's.

MEGA MAN X ships an update every 16 months, SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad every 27 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MEGA MAN X | SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$3.99** |
| Rating | [4.1 (846 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mega-man-x/id469343097/reviews) | **[4.8 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shock-troopers-2nd-squad/id1601559837/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **846** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 56.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 16 months** | Every 27 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#113** | #196 |
| Size | 297 MB | 158 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [CAPCOM](https://appshunter.io/developer/308807391) | [SNK CORPORATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/343539874) |

## What reviewers say

### MEGA MAN X

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

**Currently charting:** #113 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


### SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shock-troopers-2nd-squad/id1601559837)

**Currently charting:** #196 Top Paid · Casual (US App Store)

Experience a classic military action game from 1998, featuring mercenaries battling a massive corporation. Enjoy branching paths, vehicle combat, and modern conveniences like quick saves and customizable controls.

**Highlights:** Military action gameplay, Branching paths for player choice, Vehicle combat integration, Quick save/load functionality, Virtual pad customization, Online ranking modes

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MEGA MAN X free?

MEGA MAN X costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad free?

SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MEGA MAN X or SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad?

SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad is rated higher. MEGA MAN X averages 4.1 out of 5 from 846 ratings, while SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad averages 4.8 from 6 ratings.

### Do MEGA MAN X or SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad have ads?

Neither MEGA MAN X nor SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MEGA MAN X or SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad?

MEGA MAN X ships an update every 16 months, and SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad every 27 months. Most recently, MEGA MAN X was updated on October 30, 2026 and SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad on October 31, 2026.

### Which is more popular, MEGA MAN X or SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad?

MEGA MAN X currently peaks at #113 in the App Store charts, and SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad at #196. 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.*