Vortex 9 vs Time Shogun
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Vortex 9
Engage in fast-paced, action-packed battles in a unique universe filled with fighting cat-people and speaking robots. Choose from stylish heroes, wield insane weapons, and battle friends in various game modes and maps.
- 8 unique playable characters
- Dozens of unique shooting guns and melee weapons
- Collectible battle helpers (Generics)
- Multiple game modes (Team Battle, Deathmatch, Capture Point)
- Diverse and beautiful maps
- Play with friends online
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Strange and action-packed universe Vortex 9 welcomes you! Find yourself in a totally strange and Xtremely attractive world of fighting cat-people and speaking robots. Get your battle lollipop or a shooting gun and show them who’s the boss! Stylish heroes, insane weapons and explosive battles are here in the Vortex 9! Main features of Vortex 9: - 8 amazing characters: John, Jane, Marvin McSpy, Mr Goodboy, Jess Purrfect, Hellen D. Mon, Mercydroid and Beelzebox. - Weaponry: dozens of crazy shooting guns! Atypical melee weapons, heavy machine guns will make you the strongest! - Generics: little helpers in battle! Create your own and join the fight! - Game modes: Team battle, Deathmatch Solo, Capture point - get a gun and join the battle! And that’s not all! More and more modes are coming! - Various maps: fight in a variety of beautiful locations within the game universe! Enjoy marvelous graphics! - Play with friends: make fights more fun and intense together! No boring heroes with simple pistols, just wacky atmosphere of combat! Vortex 9 leaves no chance to you for routine game. Show your individuality with the characters, it’s time for the new you
Time Shogun
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Step into the sandals of the Time Shogun – the warrior who protects centuries. Across the endless river of history, battles rage in every era. From ancient feudal fields to futuristic neon cities, your mission is clear: survive, strike, and save the timeline from enemies. Master the Dance of Distance In Time Shogun, victory isn’t just about attacking—it’s about precision. You must move close enough to enemies to deliver devastating blows, yet keep just enough space to avoid their strikes. Every step, every dash, every second matters. One wrong move and the battle might be over. Gather Gems, Grow Stronger Your journey is littered with treasures waiting to be claimed: Green Gems – Harness these to upgrade your skills, unlock new abilities, and evolve your combat style. Red Gems – Each one pulses with life. Collect them to restore and boost your health, extending your fight through the ages. Compete Across Time The battles may be personal, but your legacy is global. An online leaderboard tracks the warriors who have survived the longest. Will your name echo across centuries as the ultimate Time Shogun? Features at a Glance: Tense Close-Combat Gameplay – Stay close enough to deal damage, but never so close that you take a fatal blow. Skill Upgrades – Collect green gems to enhance your abilities, tailor your strategy, and dominate every encounter. Health Boosts – Secure red gems to keep fighting through the toughest waves. Endless Challenge – The longer you last, the harder the battles become. Global Leaderboard – Compete with players worldwide and prove your mastery of time. An Epic Through the Ages As the Time Shogun, your enemies are as varied as the centuries themselves. Each era demands new tactics, new reflexes, and an unyielding will to survive. Time is Your Battlefield This isn’t just about reflexes—it’s about control. In every battle, you’re not only fighting enemies, you’re fighting the clock. How far will you push your luck before time catches up with you? Will You Become a Legend? The path to glory isn’t just paved with victories—it’s carved into history itself. Stand among the greatest warriors across time, prove your skills, and make your mark for generations to come. The challenge awaits. The centuries are calling. It’s time to draw your blade. Download Time Shogun now and test your skill, strategy, and courage in the ultimate battle across time! This project was co-developed by JOSHUA GRAY and BERK EMRE PAKER for The Warwick Game Jam 2025 hosted by The Department of Computer Science at The University of Warwick.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Time Shogun at none against Vortex 9's 10. Time Shogun also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Vortex 9 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Time Shogun asks for nothing beyond the download.
Vortex 9 ships an update every 3 weeks, Time Shogun every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Vortex 9 | Time Shogun |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (1.1K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 84.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 391 MB | 127 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | APPWILL COMPANY LTD | BERK EMRE PAKER |
Bugs and requests
Vortex 9
Reported bugs
3 issues- Game getting stuck at 90% during loading
- Frequent crashes and connectivity problems
- Glitches when playing with friends
Requested features
4 requests- Add leaderboards and ranked modes
- Improve matchmaking and group functionality
- Reduce the number of ads
- Fix connectivity and loading issues
Time Shogun
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Vortex 9
- Rush into battle pack$0.99
- Small offer$0.99
- A pair of coins$1.99
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- Resources Pack One$1.99
- Some coins$4.99
- Pack of rare eggs$4.99
- A stack of coins$9.99
- Epic eggs pack$9.99
- Legendary eggs pack$17.99
- A bag of coins$24.99
Time Shogun
No in-app purchases









