Comparison

Super Hexagon vs ScourgeBringer

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

Head to head
About

Super Hexagon

A minimalist action game with a focus on pure design and challenging gameplay. Navigate a constantly shifting hexagonal environment to survive as long as possible. Experience a critically acclaimed title known for its addictive nature and precise controls.

Highlights
  • Minimalist design
  • Challenging gameplay
  • Addictive mechanics
  • Precise controls
  • Original soundtrack
Features
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Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel. Super Hexagon was a best of 2012 runner up for game of the year on the app store. "A masterpiece of design purity" - EDGE 9/10 "This is the kind of game you’re going to pass off to your friends and say, “You’ve gotta check this out.” It’s dangerously addictive." - IGN 9/10 "One of the best mobile gaming experiences I've had this year." - Destructoid, 10/10 "Knows exactly what type of game it wants to be and executes on it spectacularly. Merciless difficulty meets brilliant design." - Gamezebo, 5/5

About

ScourgeBringer

Embark on a fast-paced roguelite platforming adventure in a post-apocalyptic world. Control Kyhra, a skilled warrior, as she battles ancient machines and monstrous foes to uncover the secrets of a mysterious entity and potentially save humanity.

Highlights
  • Fast-paced rogue-platforming gameplay
  • Fluid platforming controls
  • Frantic combat system
  • Hordes of enemies and giant bosses
  • Ever-changing dungeon exploration
  • Uncover mysteries and secrets
Features
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ScourgeBringer is a fast-paced free-moving roguelite platformer. Help Kyhra to explore the unknown and slash her way through ancient machines guarding the seal of her past, and maybe the redemption of humanity. Set in a post-apocalyptic world where a mysterious entity wreaked havoc on all humanity, ScourgeBringer puts you in the shoes of the deadliest warrior of her clan: Kyhra. Help her to explore the unknown and slash her way through ancient machines guarding the seal of her past, and maybe the redemption of humanity. Key Features: • Dive into fast-paced rogue-platforming gameplay described by Eurogamer as "Dead Cells meets Celeste" • Slash and shoot your way smoothly with super fluid platforming controls • Sharpen your skills with a frantic combat system focused on attacks only • Dash forward to the otherworldly adaptive sounds of Joonas Turner (Nuclear Throne, Downwell, Broforce...) • Defy hordes of unspeakable enemies and giant bosses holding the secrets of the Scourge • Explore the infinite depths of an ever-changing dungeon • Uncover mysteries and find mementos of previous explorers to unlock reality defining secrets

Screenshots

Super Hexagon4 screens
ScourgeBringer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Super Hexagon at none against ScourgeBringer's shown. Super Hexagon also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and price ($2.99 vs $5.99). ScourgeBringer's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5). On review sentiment, in-app purchases, chart position 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

Super Hexagon costs $2.99 and ScourgeBringer $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ScourgeBringer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.2K and 485 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 76% of Super Hexagon's written reviews are positive against 70% of ScourgeBringer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Super Hexagon ships an update every 3 weeks, ScourgeBringer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Super Hexagon versus ScourgeBringer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSuper HexagonScourgeBringer
Price$2.99 — better$5.99
Rating4.5 (2.2K ratings)4.8 (485 ratings) — better
Positive reviews76.0% of reviews — better69.6% of reviews
Number of ratings2.2K — better485
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidAd-supported — better
Best chart rank#107 — better#162
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB153 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperDistractionware LimitedPlug In Digital

Customer experience

Super Hexagon

All ratings2,171 ratings
Positive86.5%
Neutral4.4%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews1,073 reviews
Positive76.0%
Neutral5.4%
Negative18.5%

ScourgeBringer

All ratings485 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral1.4%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews69 reviews
Positive69.6%
Neutral15.9%
Negative14.5%

User reviews

Super Hexagon

From 2.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Addictive gameplay
  • 🎶 Excellent soundtrack
  • 👍 Simple yet challenging concept
  • 💎 Highly replayable

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 🤢 Can cause motion sickness
  • 🕹️ Sensitive controls

ScourgeBringer

From 485 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎨 Excellent art style and charming graphics
  • ⚡ Smooth, fast-paced, fluid combat system
  • 🎮 Great controller support and button mapping
  • 🎵 High-quality music and sound design
  • 🧩 Engaging roguelike gameplay with solid skill tree

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes on various iOS devices
  • 🔊 Audio cuts out when other apps play sound
  • ❌ No sound on some devices (iPhone Air)
  • 🎮 Touch controls feel awkward and imprecise
  • ⚙️ Non-customizable controls limit accessibility

Bugs and requests

Super Hexagon

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • High scores not saving properly
  • Compatibility issues on newer devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Difficulty settings
  • Level editor
  • Music volume control

ScourgeBringer

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • Game crashes immediately on launch (purple screen)
  • Crashes on iPad Pro with iOS 17.1.2
  • Crashes when connecting wired controller
  • Crashes during intense particle effects (3rd floor boss)
  • Save and exit reduces HP to 1 unexpectedly
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  • iCloud save only syncs one direction (iPad to iPhone)
  • Touch controls cause accidental dashes
  • Smashed bullets scatter instead of following directional input
  • Game won't load or launch on some devices

Requested features

12 requests
  • Customizable control mapping
  • Dash button option instead of swipe mechanic
  • Static joystick position during combat
  • Controller support for all devices
  • Casual/easier difficulty modes with progression
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  • More endgame content and new zones
  • Additional enemies and bosses
  • More store items and healing methods
  • Better balance for early game resources
  • Option to play personal music during gameplay
  • Traditional roguelike mode with item-based skill trees
  • Right-side dash option for touch controls

In-app purchases

None

Super Hexagon

No in-app purchases

None

ScourgeBringer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Super Hexagon free?
Super Hexagon costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ScourgeBringer free?
ScourgeBringer costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Super Hexagon or ScourgeBringer?
ScourgeBringer is rated higher. Super Hexagon averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while ScourgeBringer averages 4.8 from 485 ratings.
Do Super Hexagon or ScourgeBringer have ads?
ScourgeBringer shows ads; Super Hexagon does not.
Which is updated more often, Super Hexagon or ScourgeBringer?
Super Hexagon ships an update every 3 weeks, and ScourgeBringer every 2 months. Most recently, Super Hexagon was updated on October 17, 2026 and ScourgeBringer on October 18, 2026.
Which is more popular, Super Hexagon or ScourgeBringer?
Super Hexagon currently peaks at #107 in the App Store charts, and ScourgeBringer at #162. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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