Comparison

MEGA MAN X vs Solar Sailer

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

Solar Sailer

Pilot a solar-powered spaceship through deep space, collecting energy orbs and dodging meteorites. This arcade-style game offers an electrifying adventure with simple drag controls and a focus on high scores.

Highlights
  • Solar-powered spaceship piloting
  • Collect energy orbs
  • Dodge falling meteorites
  • Arcade-style gameplay
  • High score challenges
  • Simple drag controls
Features
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Embark on an electrifying space adventure in Solar Sailer, an arcade-style game inspired by the excitement of renewable energy and deep-space. Embark on an electrifying space adventure in Solar Sailer, an arcade-style game inspired by the excitement of renewable energy and deep-space exploration! Pilot your sleek, solar-powered spaceship with simple drag controls (or mouse) as you glide through the cosmos, collecting glowing energy orbs to power your journey. But beware—the universe isn’t all smooth sailing! Dodge falling meteorites, or it’s game over in an instant. How to Play: Collect energy orbs to rack up points! Dodge meteors or risk losing it all. Do you have what it takes to ride the solar waves and set a new high score? One hit and you're out—so stay sharp, stay swift, and sail to victory!Do you have what it takes to ride the solar waves and set a new high score? One hit and you're out—so stay sharp, stay swift, and sail to victory!

Screenshots

MEGA MAN X4 screens
Solar Sailer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Solar Sailer at 100% against MEGA MAN X's 57%. Solar Sailer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 6). MEGA MAN X's advantage is ratings volume (846 vs 5) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

MEGA MAN X costs $4.99 and Solar Sailer $0.99 up front. MEGA MAN X sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Solar Sailer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Solar Sailer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MEGA MAN X has 846 ratings behind it against 5, 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 Solar Sailer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MEGA MAN X ships an update every 16 months, Solar Sailer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
MEGA MAN X versus Solar Sailer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMEGA MAN XSolar Sailer
Price$4.99$0.99 — better
Rating4.1 (846 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews56.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings846 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 16 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size297 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCAPCOM Co., LtdKaskamko, LLC

Customer experience

MEGA MAN X

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

Solar Sailer

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Solar Sailer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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

Solar Sailer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MEGA MAN X free?
MEGA MAN X costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Solar Sailer free?
Solar Sailer costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MEGA MAN X or Solar Sailer?
Solar Sailer is rated higher. MEGA MAN X averages 4.1 out of 5 from 846 ratings, while Solar Sailer averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do MEGA MAN X or Solar Sailer have ads?
Neither MEGA MAN X nor Solar Sailer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MEGA MAN X or Solar Sailer?
MEGA MAN X ships an update every 16 months, and Solar Sailer fortnightly. Most recently, MEGA MAN X was updated on October 29, 2026 and Solar Sailer on October 26, 2026.

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