# Aztec Antics vs Stick Rope Hero

The clearest difference is price: Stick Rope Hero at Free against Aztec Antics's $1.99. Stick Rope Hero also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 4). Aztec Antics's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and ads (none vs shown). On review sentiment, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Stick Rope Hero is free to download; Aztec Antics costs $1.99 up front. Stick Rope Hero sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Aztec Antics asks for nothing beyond the download.

Stick Rope Hero holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stick Rope Hero has 1.2K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 70% and 70% positive.

Aztec Antics ships an update every 2 weeks, Stick Rope Hero every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Aztec Antics | Stick Rope Hero |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aztec-antics/id560911532/reviews) | **[4.3 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-rope-hero/id1447874563/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 70.0% of reviews | **70.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 7 MB | 303 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Bouncing Ball Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/310577519) | [Naxeex LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1562847934) |

## What reviewers say

### Aztec Antics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aztec-antics/id560911532)

A fast-paced, single-screen platform game where players collect gold by jumping on enemies' heads. It supports up to six players in multiplayer mode and offers various control options.

**Highlights:** Single-screen platform gameplay, Collect gold by jumping on heads, Up to six-player multiplayer, Virtual and hardware controller support, Single-player leaderboards and achievements, Multiple enemy types

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Stick Rope Hero

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-rope-hero/id1447874563)

Become a super rope hero in this 3D city simulator. Explore an open world, complete quests, and fight enemies. Upgrade your hero's abilities and arsenal to shape the city's destiny.

**Highlights:** Open-world city exploration, Super rope swinging mechanics, Engage in stick fighting combat, Character progression and skill upgrades, Purchase weapons, vehicles, and costumes, Dynamic and responsive city environment

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 24000 MONEY | $0.99 | one-time |
| 300 GEMS | $0.99 | one-time |
| Limited offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| 280000 MONEY | $10.99 | one-time |
| 3500 GEMS | $10.99 | one-time |
| 580000 MONEY | $19.99 | one-time |
| 7200 GEMS | $19.99 | one-time |
| 3400000 MONEY | $99.99 | one-time |
| 42000 GEMS | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game
- 👍 Nostalgic
- 👍 Awesome
- 👍 Fun
- 👍 Legendary

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Too many ads
- 🐛 Laggy and buggy
- 🐛 Downgrade from old version
- 🐛 Permanent wheel spin every 5 minutes
- 🐛 Glitches and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Ads don't end
- Wheel spin can't be skipped
- Buttons on edge of screen after update
- Minigun doesn't work
- Can't play on some devices

**Requested features**

- Add ability to enter buildings and houses
- Bring back old map and version
- Add multiplayer mode
- Add more missions and quests
- Add more customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Aztec Antics free?

Aztec Antics costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Stick Rope Hero free?

Stick Rope Hero is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Aztec Antics or Stick Rope Hero?

Stick Rope Hero is rated higher. Aztec Antics averages 3.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Stick Rope Hero averages 4.3 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Aztec Antics or Stick Rope Hero have ads?

Stick Rope Hero shows ads; Aztec Antics does not.

### Which is updated more often, Aztec Antics or Stick Rope Hero?

Aztec Antics ships an update every 2 weeks, and Stick Rope Hero every 3 months. Most recently, Aztec Antics was updated on October 10, 2026 and Stick Rope Hero on October 18, 2026.

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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.*