SHAPE×HUNTER vs A Hero Alpha
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SHAPE×HUNTER
Engage in a simple yet challenging rogue-like action game. Master two distinct weapons, "spears" and "bows," and strategically switch between them. Collect random skills as you defeat monsters to alter your gameplay style and climb the global rankings.
- Simple swipe and tap controls
- Dual weapon system (spears and bows)
- Randomly acquired skills
- Monster combat
- Global score rankings
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●Game Design SHAPE HUNTER is a game designed based on the concept of simplicity. Even those who are not good at difficult game controls can enjoy the game. ●Weapons Players use "spears" and "bows" to challenge monsters. The key to success in the game is to use the two weapons alternately. ●Operation Method The controls are simple actions with only swiping and tapping. Swipe the screen to perform a predetermined action with a weapon. Tap the weapon button to change weapons. ●Skills As you defeat monsters, you can obtain one skill from a randomly selected list. There are a wide variety of skills, and your choice will change the game play style. ●Ranking Register your game score to compare your score with other players. Aim for first place by achieving a high score.
A Hero Alpha
Embark on an action-adventure quest across a mysterious island, battling monsters and uncovering secrets. Master virtual controls for movement, attacks, and special abilities to progress through the game.
- Island exploration
- Monster combat
- Virtual gamepad controls
- Roll and attack mechanics
- Second weapon system
- Pause game function
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An action adventure game where you explore an island filled with mysteries while defeating evil monsters. Controls ====== 1. Use the onscreen virtual gamepad to control the hero. 2. D-Pad = Move Hero 3. X button = Roll hero 4. A button = Attack / Speak / Confirm 5. B button = Use second weapon 6. Y button = Change second weapon 7. Press the Bag icon at the top right of the screen to pause game.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: SHAPE×HUNTER at Free against A Hero Alpha's $2.99. SHAPE×HUNTER also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (6 vs 1). A Hero Alpha's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown).
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
SHAPE×HUNTER is free to download; A Hero Alpha costs $2.99 up front. SHAPE×HUNTER sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. A Hero Alpha asks for nothing beyond the download.
SHAPE×HUNTER holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SHAPE×HUNTER has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
SHAPE×HUNTER ships an update every 3 weeks, A Hero Alpha every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SHAPE×HUNTER | A Hero Alpha |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $2.99 |
| Rating | 4.3 (6 ratings) — better | 3.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 142 MB | 61 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | NISHINO SHUNSUKE | Michael Newell |
Customer experience
SHAPE×HUNTER
A Hero Alpha
In-app purchases
SHAPE×HUNTER
- 広告非表示＆リトライ無制限$0.99
A Hero Alpha
No in-app purchases
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