Running Fred vs Mega Jump Halfbrick+
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Running Fred
Guide a hapless hero through perilous traps and challenges in this fast-paced third-person platformer. Perform acrobatic maneuvers, utilize special items, and choose from multiple game modes to survive.
- Acrobatic maneuvers
- Perilous traps
- Multiple game modes
- Special skills and perks
- Unlockable characters and outfits
- Cross-device progress saving
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"What goes down, usually meets something hard on its way" The anticipated sequel to Falling Fred is here! Fred is back with a new host of painful antics, awesome acrobatic/desperate moves, special items and uber-cool locations. Take control of our hapless hero as he pursues his quest to remain among the living! Running Fred combines ludicrously natural controls and furiously paced action with the shameless buckets of gore praised on its prequel, making up a fantastic third person platformer unparalleled on mobile devices! Main Features: - Lots of acrobatic maneuvers - Dozens of perilous traps - Multiple game modes: Adventure, Challenge and our favourite Endless Survival! - Tons of special skills and perks - Lot of characters to choose from! - Pimp up your character with special outfits - Keep your progress across all your devices - Share your score with your friends via Game Center What reviewers say: "Bloody Brilliant!" - iFanzine "The sheer amount of content, replayability and fun that comes from deftly avoiding trap after trap is phenomenal" - AppSpy "For gamers who like runner-games, this game is easily a 5 out of 5 stars game" - fabela-imag "Those who love Falling Fred, just love the running Fred, the anticipated sequel to Falling Fred." - Best10App Skiing Fred, the new Fred adventure, is available now at App Store. Check it! SuperSonic Jack, a new here, a new adventure available at App Store Now!
Mega Jump Halfbrick+
Embark on an exciting adventure with a charming character, leaping through vibrant worlds filled with colorful landscapes and captivating animations. Collect coins, dodge obstacles, and utilize various power-ups to enhance your journey. Unlock new characters and compete with others worldwide.
- Vibrant cartoon graphics
- Explore diverse worlds
- Power-up madness
- Super Nova Boost
- Unlockable characters
- Monthly new characters
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Launch into the colourful world of Mega Jump with Redford! Enter the lively and quirky world of Mega Jump, where Redford, your cheeky and adventurous guide, is ready to take you on a journey like no other. With each leap, you'll find yourself soaring through breathtaking landscapes bursting with color, from lush forests to glittering skies, all animated with captivating sounds and stunning animations. As you help Redford navigate these vibrant realms, collecting coins and dodging obstacles, you'll discover the magic and enchantment of this exciting universe. With Redford by your side, you'll meet quirky friends and discover a universe as full of life and excitement as he is. Key Features: - Vibrant Cartoon Graphics: Stunning visuals with hand-painted backgrounds that will keep you hooked! - Explore Four Incredible Worlds: Jump through diverse and exciting landscapes! - Power-Up Madness: Turn into a Balloon, become a Coin Magnet, or zap enemies with the Power Shield! - Super Nova Boost: Experience the thrill of high-speed action with fiery power-ups! - Unlock Hilarious Characters: Play with an ever-expanding roster of fun and quirky characters! - Monthly New Characters: Fresh and limited-time characters added regularly! - Achievements and Leaderboards: Compete worldwide and show off your high scores with Game Center! Join Millions of Jumpers! With over 40 million downloads, Mega Jump has taken the world by storm! It's time for you to grab the fun and start jumping! What are you waiting for? Download Mega Jump and start your adventure today! WHAT'S HALFBRICK+ Halfbrick+ is a mobile games subscription service offering: - Exclusive access to the highest-rated games. - No ads or in-app purchases interrupting your word-crafting experience in these word games. - Brought to you by the makers of Award-winning mobile games. - Regular updates and new releases to keep your word games fresh and full of new word search puzzles. - Curated by gamers, for gamers who love word challenges and word puzzles! Start your One Month free trial and play all our games without ads, in app purchases, and fully unlocked games! Your subscription will auto-renew after 30 days, or save money with an annual membership! For any questions, please contact our support team at https://support.halfbrick.com. **************************************** View our Privacy Policy at https://www.halfbrick.com/halfbrick-plus-privacy-policy View our Terms of Service at https://www.halfbrick.com/subscription-agreement
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Running Fred at 79% against Mega Jump Halfbrick+'s 20%. Running Fred also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.2) and ratings volume (1.8K vs 62). Mega Jump Halfbrick+'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Running Fred sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Mega Jump Halfbrick+ sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Running Fred holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Running Fred has 1.8K ratings behind it against 62, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Running Fred's written reviews are positive against 20% of Mega Jump Halfbrick+'s.
Running Fred ships an update every 3 months, Mega Jump Halfbrick+ daily. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.
| Parameter | Running Fred | Mega Jump Halfbrick+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (1.8K ratings) — better | 2.2 (62 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 79.0% of reviews — better | 19.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.8K — better | 62 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Daily — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 233 MB | 370 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Dedalord S.R.L. | Halfbrick |
Customer experience
Running Fred
Mega Jump Halfbrick+
User reviews
Running Fred
From 1.8K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Customizable character
- 🎢 Challenging obstacles
- 🎯 Nostalgic experience
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 🕰️ Slow loading times
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🩸 Excessive violence/gore
Mega Jump Halfbrick+
From 62 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- ❤️ Nostalgic childhood game
- 🎮 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 🙌 Brings back good memories
Room to improve
- 💰 Subscription model for an old game
- 🙅♀️ Locked behind a paywall
- 🤔 Doesn't feel like the original
- 😞 Disappointing changes from the original
Bugs and requests
Running Fred
Reported bugs
4 issues- Game crashes when using Iron Fred character
- Mystery boxes not working as intended
- Inverted controls and screen orientation issues
- Obstacles not registering properly
Requested features
4 requests- Bring back Falling Fred and Falling Fred Z
- Add more levels and worlds
- Improve controls and responsiveness
- Reduce difficulty of obtaining in-game currency
Mega Jump Halfbrick+
Reported bugs
1 issue- Magnet power-up not working as expected
Requested features
3 requests- Make the game free-to-play with optional ads
- Offer a one-time purchase option instead of subscription
- Bring back the original Mega Jump experience
In-app purchases
Running Fred
- 2000 Skullies Pack$0.99
- Value Pack 1$1.99
- Value Pack 2$1.99
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- Value Pack 3$1.99
- 5000 Skullies Pack$1.99
- 11000 Skullies Pack$4.99
- 24000 Skullies Pack$9.99
- 60000 Skullies Pack$14.99
- 84000 Skullies Pack$29.99
- 350000 Skullies$99.99
Mega Jump Halfbrick+
- Halfbrick+ (Early Adopter)6 Months trial$2.991 Month
- Halfbrick+$2.991 Month
- Halfbrick+ (Trial)1 Month trial$2.991 Month
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- Halfbrick+ (Yearly discount)$2.991 Month
- Halfbrick+3 variants$29.991 Year
- Halfbrick+ (Yearly discount)1 Year trial$29.991 Year
- Halfbrick+$99.99
Questions
Is Running Fred free?
Is Mega Jump Halfbrick+ free?
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