# Pixel Gun 3D vs Combat Multiplayer

The clearest difference is rating: Pixel Gun 3D at 4.8 against Combat Multiplayer's 3.4. Pixel Gun 3D also leads on ratings volume (917K vs 28) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). Combat Multiplayer's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pixel Gun 3D sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Combat Multiplayer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pixel Gun 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pixel Gun 3D has 917K ratings behind it against 28, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Pixel Gun 3D's written reviews are positive against 55% of Combat Multiplayer's.

Pixel Gun 3D ships an update every 2 weeks, Combat Multiplayer monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pixel Gun 3D | Combat Multiplayer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (917K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-gun-3d-online-shooter/id640111933/reviews)** | [3.4 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/combat-multiplayer/id839566818/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **917K** | 28 |
| Positive reviews | **68.1% of reviews** | 55.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#167** | — |
| Size | 984 MB | 262 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Cubic Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/561634640) | [Sukru Yalcin](https://appshunter.io/developer/777555660) |

## What reviewers say

### Pixel Gun 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-gun-3d-online-shooter/id640111933)

**Currently charting:** #167 Top Grossing · Action (US App Store)

Engage in thrilling online battles with over a million players worldwide. This first-person shooter offers blocky graphics, competitive gameplay, and a vast arsenal of weapons and gadgets. Explore diverse game modes, join clans, and survive zombie campaigns.

**Highlights:** Over 900 weapons, 40+ gadgets and tools, 11 game modes, Zombie-survival campaign, Clans and clan wars, Customizable skins and Skin Editor, Mini-games and tournaments

**Features:** Game Controller support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Stack of Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Few Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cool Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Stack of Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Handful of Gems | $2.99 | one-time |
| Big Stack of Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Awesome Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Chest with Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Super Offer | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Variety of game modes
- 🎨 Customizable skins
- 🎮 Fun for all ages

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔫 Unbalanced weapons
- 🤖 Rampant cheating/hacking
- 🕹️ Outdated controls/mechanics
- 🔁 Repetitive gameplay

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Connectivity issues
- Incorrect trophy/reward tracking
- Graphical glitches

**Requested features**

- Improved matchmaking system
- More maps/game modes
- Ability to trade/sell weapons
- Reduced grind for progression
- Better anti-cheat measures


### Combat Multiplayer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/combat-multiplayer/id839566818)

Engage in real-time online multiplayer battles with friends or go solo in intense deathmatch modes. Form teams, execute critical strikes, and compete across multiple maps in this action-packed shooter.

**Highlights:** Real multiplayer online gameplay, Team Deathmatch mode, Solo Deathmatch mode, Critical strike damage, 10 maps included, Play with friends

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pixel Gun 3D free?

Pixel Gun 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Combat Multiplayer free?

Combat Multiplayer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pixel Gun 3D or Combat Multiplayer?

Pixel Gun 3D is rated higher. Pixel Gun 3D averages 4.8 out of 5 from 917K ratings, while Combat Multiplayer averages 3.4 from 28 ratings.

### Do Pixel Gun 3D or Combat Multiplayer have ads?

Both Pixel Gun 3D and Combat Multiplayer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pixel Gun 3D or Combat Multiplayer?

Pixel Gun 3D ships an update every 2 weeks, and Combat Multiplayer monthly. Most recently, Pixel Gun 3D was updated on November 11, 2026 and Combat Multiplayer on November 1, 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.*