Comparison

Max Payne Mobile vs Vector Classic

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

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About

Max Payne Mobile

Experience a dark, story-driven action-shooter where you play as a framed detective fighting for justice. Utilize groundbreaking slow-motion gunplay and uncover a twisted plot to clear your name.

Highlights
  • Bullet Time® slow-motion gunplay
  • HD quality resolution and textures
  • Retina supported resolution
  • Touch screen optimized gameplay
  • Customizable controls
  • Multiple aiming modes
  • Rockstar Games Social Club integration
Features
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Max Payne, the award-winning title is now available for iOS. A fugitive undercover cop framed for murder, hunted by cops and the mob, Max is a man with his back against the wall, fighting a battle he cannot hope to win. Max Payne is a relentless story-driven game about a man on the edge, fighting to clear his name while struggling to uncover the truth about his slain family amongst a myriad of plot-twists. The groundbreaking original cinematic action-shooter, Max Payne introduced the concept of Bullet Time® in videogames. Through its stylish slow-motion gunplay combined with a dark and twisted story, Max Payne redefined the action-shooter genre. Universal App: Max Payne is supported on iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPod Touch 4, iPad 1, iPad 2, the new iPad. Features: • Max Payne's signature slow motion gunplay, Bullet Time® • Stunningly sharp, HD quality resolution and textures • Retina supported resolution for the new iPad • Gameplay tailored for touch screen devices • Highly customizable controls • Multiple aiming modes • Rockstar Games Social Club integration to track stats, unlock cheats and more* *Rockstar Games Social Club supported on the iPhone4, iPhone 4S, iPad 2 and the new iPad only. Cheats are still accessible on older devices.  For those using the "Skip to Level" cheat, we recommend that you have weapons in your inventory; as you will start a new level with your current weapon set. Languages Supported: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Russian and Japanese. Mobile Version developed by War Drum Studios www.wardrumstudios.com Find out more: www.rockstargames.com See videos: www.youtube.com/rockstargames Follow us: www.faceboook.com/rockstargames www.twitter.com/rockstargames

About

Vector Classic

Experience a thrilling arcade-style game where you embody a free runner escaping a totalitarian regime. Utilize parkour-inspired moves to navigate rooftops and evade capture. With intuitive controls and challenging levels, this game offers an exciting chase.

Highlights
  • Parkour-inspired action gameplay
  • Arcade-style chase mechanics
  • Intuitive controls
  • Sophisticated level designs
  • Over 40 challenging levels
  • Lifelike parkour animations
Features
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The best parkour-inspired action game is now available! Vector lets you break free and run! Don't get caught! Vector is an exciting, arcade-style game featuring you as the exceptional free runner who won’t be held down by the system. The game opens with a view into a totalitarian world where freedom and individually is nothing more than a distant dream. But the heart of a freerunner is strong, and you soon break free. Run, vault, slide and climb using extraordinary techniques based on the urban ninja sport of Parkour all while being chased by “Big Brother” who’s sole purpose is to capture you and bring you back. Inspired by the practice and principles of Parkour, Vector’s intuitive controls please players of all levels, and sophisticated level designs challenge the most demanding players with fast-paced timing puzzles as the traceur “flows” over the dystopian rooftops. Game Features: - Arcade gameplay from the makers of the Shadow Fight games - Astoundingly lifelike Parkour-inspired moves made possible by Cascadeur animation tools - 40+ challenging levels - Quick to learn, challenging to master The Press Loves Vector: “The way Vector mimics the movements of real-life parkour practitioners is quite impressive... I can’t wait to be entrapped in Vector’s promising mix of direction and magnitude.” (appadvice.com) “Vector is thrilling, rich in variety and it reminds us of Stick Run, but offers much more elaborate animations.” (fbgamer.de) "The only cool way to run from all your problems." (Gamezebo.com)

Screenshots

Max Payne Mobile4 screens
Vector Classic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Vector Classic at 4.9 against Max Payne Mobile's 4.4. Vector Classic also leads on price ($0.99 vs $2.99) and chart position (#6 vs #18). Max Payne Mobile's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On ratings volume, update cadence 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

Max Payne Mobile costs $2.99 and Vector Classic $0.99 up front. Vector Classic sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Max Payne Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Vector Classic holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 2.8K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 74% of Max Payne Mobile's written reviews are positive against 55% of Vector Classic's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Max Payne Mobile ships an update every 5 months, Vector Classic every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Max Payne Mobile versus Vector Classic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMax Payne MobileVector Classic
Price$2.99$0.99 — better
Rating4.4 (1.1K ratings)4.9 (2.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.6% of reviews — better55.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1.1K2.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#18#6 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size1.7 GB237 MB
Age rating17+9+
DeveloperRockstar GamesNekki Limited

Customer experience

Max Payne Mobile

All ratings1,083 ratings
Positive86.0%
Neutral3.8%
Negative10.2%
Written reviews356 reviews
Positive73.6%
Neutral6.2%
Negative20.2%

Vector Classic

All ratings2,848 ratings
Positive97.3%
Neutral0.7%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews1,303 reviews
Positive55.3%
Neutral5.8%
Negative39.0%

User reviews

Max Payne Mobile

From 1.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Smooth gameplay
  • 🎮 Great controls
  • 💯 Faithful to the original
  • 🎨 Good graphics
  • 🕹️ Satisfying bullet time

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and performance issues
  • 🎮 Sensitive/awkward controls
  • 🔇 Audio problems
  • 🔍 Difficulty navigating levels
  • 💰 Overpriced for an old game

Vector Classic

From 2.8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎮 Nostalgic and addictive gameplay
  • 🎨 Stylish visuals and smooth animations
  • 🏃‍♂️ Thrilling parkour experience
  • 💯 Best mobile parkour game

Room to improve

  • 🕹️ Unresponsive controls
  • 🔍 Difficult to complete levels perfectly
  • 💰 Ads in a paid game
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs

Bugs and requests

Max Payne Mobile

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when shooting
  • Saves not working properly
  • Compatibility issues with iOS 11

Requested features

4 requests
  • Port Max Payne 2 and 3 to mobile
  • Add controller support
  • Improve customization options
  • Optimize for newer devices

Vector Classic

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game crashes on launch or during loading
  • Trick activation not working as expected
  • Levels not loading or progressing properly
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Checkpoint system to avoid restarting levels
  • Endless mode or level creator
  • More customization options for the character
  • Ability to play own music in the background

In-app purchases

None

Max Payne Mobile

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Vector Classic

One-time10
  • 2.000 coins$0.99
  • 5,000 Coins$0.99
  • 10,000 Coins$1.99
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  • 6.000 coins$2.99
  • 15,000 Coins$2.99
  • 10.000 coins$4.99
  • 25,000 Coins$4.99
  • 22.000 coins$9.99
  • 55,000 Coins$9.99
  • 85,000 Coins$14.99

Questions

Is Max Payne Mobile free?
Max Payne Mobile costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Vector Classic free?
Vector Classic costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Max Payne Mobile or Vector Classic?
Vector Classic is rated higher. Max Payne Mobile averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Vector Classic averages 4.9 from 2.8K ratings.
Do Max Payne Mobile or Vector Classic have ads?
Vector Classic shows ads; Max Payne Mobile does not.
Which is updated more often, Max Payne Mobile or Vector Classic?
Max Payne Mobile ships an update every 5 months, and Vector Classic every 4 months. Most recently, Max Payne Mobile was updated on October 18, 2026 and Vector Classic on October 17, 2026.
Which is more popular, Max Payne Mobile or Vector Classic?
Max Payne Mobile currently peaks at #18 in the App Store charts, and Vector Classic at #6. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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