# Terraria vs Multiplayer Terraria edition

The clearest difference is monetization model: Multiplayer Terraria edition at free against Terraria's paid. Multiplayer Terraria edition also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). Terraria's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (48K vs 2.4K). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Terraria costs $4.99 and Multiplayer Terraria edition $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Terraria holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Terraria has 48K ratings behind it against 2.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Terraria's written reviews are positive against 60% of Multiplayer Terraria edition's.

Terraria ships an update every 3 weeks, Multiplayer Terraria edition every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Terraria | Multiplayer Terraria edition |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | $4.99 |
| Rating | **[4.5 (48K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/terraria/id640364616/reviews)** | [4.1 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multiplayer-terraria-edition/id823804745/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **48K** | 2.4K |
| Positive reviews | **73.9% of reviews** | 60.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#3** | #102 |
| Size | 262 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [505 Games (US), Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/392990484) | [OGN](https://appshunter.io/developer/870641832) |

## What reviewers say

### Terraria

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/terraria/id640364616)

**Currently charting:** #3 Top Paid · Adventure, #9 Top Paid · Simulation, #20 Top Paid · Games, #31 Top Paid, #163 Top Grossing · Adventure (US App Store)

Explore a vast, procedurally generated world filled with unique biomes, challenging enemies, and valuable treasures. Dig, fight, build, and craft to survive and thrive in this open-ended adventure. Discover over 5,000 items, interact with numerous NPCs, and enjoy extensive building options.

**Highlights:** Vast procedurally generated worlds, Over 5,000 unique items, Combat against 400+ enemies, Build and craft complex structures, Explore 20+ biomes, Interact with 20+ NPCs, Multiplayer support for up to 8 players

**Features:** Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing game
- 👍 Great content and features
- 💎 Excellent value for money
- 🎮 Engaging gameplay
- 🌟 Fantastic for all ages

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 🤯 Complicated new controls
- 🤔 Lack of customization options
- ⏱️ Slow world loading times
- 🤖 Unresponsive NPCs

**Reported bugs**

- Character and world data loss
- Inventory and crafting issues
- Multiplayer server connection problems
- Graphical glitches and visual bugs
- Inconsistent performance on older devices

**Requested features**

- Add old control scheme as an option
- Improve cloud save functionality
- Introduce more biomes and bosses
- Implement cross-platform multiplayer
- Allow customization of UI layout


### Multiplayer Terraria edition

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multiplayer-terraria-edition/id823804745)

**Currently charting:** #102 Top Paid · Adventure, #119 Top Paid · Simulation (US App Store)

Experience multiplayer Terraria gameplay over the internet. Easily host your own games or join others worldwide. Connect to a global network to play as if you were on a local Wi-Fi, with private server options for friends. Chat with other players and enjoy an integrated endless shooter.

**Highlights:** Play Terraria multiplayer over the internet, Host and join games easily, Connect to a global network, Private server mode for friends, Chat with other players, Integrated endless shooter

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Allows playing with friends remotely
- 💡 Provides access to hacked/modded worlds
- 🤝 Facilitates trading and sharing items

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and connection issues
- 🔒 Requires VPN setup which can be problematic
- 🔥 Griefers and trolls destroying worlds
- 💬 Lack of in-game chat/communication

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes when joining servers
- VPN profile installation failures
- Inventory/world data loss issues
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Add private chat/messaging
- Implement world protection options
- Update for latest Terraria version
- Improve server discovery and stability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Terraria free?

Terraria costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Multiplayer Terraria edition free?

Multiplayer Terraria edition costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Terraria or Multiplayer Terraria edition?

Terraria is rated higher. Terraria averages 4.5 out of 5 from 48K ratings, while Multiplayer Terraria edition averages 4.1 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do Terraria or Multiplayer Terraria edition have ads?

Neither Terraria nor Multiplayer Terraria edition shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Terraria or Multiplayer Terraria edition?

Terraria ships an update every 3 weeks, and Multiplayer Terraria edition every 2 months. Most recently, Terraria was updated on November 3, 2026 and Multiplayer Terraria edition on November 1, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Terraria or Multiplayer Terraria edition?

Terraria currently peaks at #3 in the App Store charts, and Multiplayer Terraria edition at #102. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*