Comparison

kyudo vs Zen Archery

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

Head to head
About

kyudo

Experience Japanese archery with this intuitive shooting game. Simply touch, slide, and release to aim and fire arrows. Compete globally via Game Center and enjoy a seamless experience optimized for high-resolution displays.

Highlights
  • Japanese archery motif
  • Simple touch controls
  • Global competition via Game Center
  • Optimized for high-resolution displays
  • In-game soundtrack auto-off
  • Twitter integration
Features
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"kyudo" is a shooting game with a Japanese archery motif. Touch the arrow and slide the bow to set your target up. Then release your finger to shoot it. The controls are simple so that anyone can enjoy it. The app is smooth and optimized for the high resolution Retina display. It also supports Game Center which allows you to compete against users around the world or post screenshots on Twitter. When you listen to your music, the in-game soundtrack will turn automatically off. "Requirements (recommended)" - iOS 7 or later - iPhone 4S or later, or iPod touch 5th generation or later Please note that when your device doesn't meet the requirements, you might experience a poor image quality and some features might not be available.

About

Zen Archery

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Find calm in just 30 seconds. Zen Archery is a minimalist experience inspired by Kyūdō, the Japanese art of archery, where every shot is a moment of presence. Take a deep breath, aim, and release. A different kind of shooting game This is not about speed or competition. It’s about focus, balance, and letting go. Each session is designed to help you disconnect and reset your mind in seconds through mindful practice. Features -Intuitive physics-based archery mechanics. -Peaceful environments (Summer, Winter, Autumn, and more). -Unlockable premium bows with unique traditional styles. -Meditation spaces designed for daily relaxation. -No timers, no pressure. Just you and the target. Inspired by Kyūdō philosophy In Kyūdō, the goal is not just hitting the target, but achieving harmony between body and mind (Seiza). Zen Archery brings this ancient philosophy into a simple, modern, and accessible mobile experience. Take a moment for yourself Whether you have 30 seconds or a few minutes, Zen Archery offers a quiet space to breathe. Master your aim, find your center, and enjoy the beauty of the flight. Note: Zen Archery is free to download and includes optional in-app purchases to unlock premium content and support the developer.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: kyudo at none against Zen Archery's 10. kyudo also leads on device support and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 12.0). On price 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

Both are free to download. Zen Archery sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. kyudo asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
kyudo versus Zen Archery: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterkyudoZen Archery
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews63.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — better—
Requires iOS7.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB207 MB
Age rating9+4+
Developeratsushi suzukiHumberto Daza

In-app purchases

None

kyudo

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Zen Archery

One-time10
  • Dark Lacquer Yumi$0.99
  • Golden Temple Yumi$0.99
  • Winter Yumi$0.99
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  • Bamboo Forest$1.99
  • Mountain Temple$1.99
  • Snowy Peak$1.99
  • Sunset Lake$1.99
  • Bows Master Pack$1.99
  • Scenery Master Pack$4.99
  • Ultimate Master Pack$6.99

Questions

Is kyudo free?
kyudo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Zen Archery free?
Zen Archery is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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