# SHAPE×HUNTER vs Witch and Summons

The clearest difference is rating: Witch and Summons at 4.8 against SHAPE×HUNTER's 4.3. Witch and Summons also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (25 vs 6). SHAPE×HUNTER's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 76%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SHAPE×HUNTER sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Witch and Summons sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Witch and Summons holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 25 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of SHAPE×HUNTER's written reviews are positive against 76% of Witch and Summons's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

SHAPE×HUNTER ships an update every 3 weeks, Witch and Summons every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SHAPE×HUNTER | Witch and Summons |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shapehunter/id6446052706/reviews) | **[4.8 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/witch-and-summons/id6737720121/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **25** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 75.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 142 MB | 142 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NISHINO SHUNSUKE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1675680927) | [YASUHIDE KOBAYASHI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1641445041) |

## What reviewers say

### SHAPE×HUNTER

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shapehunter/id6446052706)

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.

**Highlights:** Simple swipe and tap controls, Dual weapon system (spears and bows), Randomly acquired skills, Monster combat, Global score rankings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 広告非表示＆リトライ無制限 | $0.99 | one-time |


### Witch and Summons

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/witch-and-summons/id6737720121)

Embark on a roguelike deck-building RPG adventure as a witch seeking lost memories and powers. Strategically summon creatures and cast spells in turn-based battles to overcome enemies and explore a mysterious labyrinth. Customize your deck for endless replayability and compete globally.

**Highlights:** Deck-building card battles, Summon magical creatures, Turn-based combat, Deck customization, Labyrinth exploration, Endless Mode with global competition

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Delete Ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Unique deck-building roguelike with creature focus
- 👍 Deep and complex system
- 🧠 Strategic depth in card placement and order
- 🎮 Highly engaging and fun gameplay
- ✨ Satisfying synergy combinations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📉 Steep learning curve for beginners
- 🎲 High reliance on luck/RNG
- ⏳ Short game volume/content
- 🔧 Lacking UI/UX elements
- 📈 Difficulty spikes, especially in Endless mode

**Reported bugs**

- Card calculation errors ('X times Y' effects)
- Enemy death effects triggering unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- More content/stages
- Initial deck editing/customization
- More uses for 'Memory Shards' after full upgrade
- Improved UI (deck remaining count, turn indicators)
- Ability to carry over decks in Endless mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SHAPE×HUNTER free?

SHAPE×HUNTER is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Witch and Summons free?

Witch and Summons is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SHAPE×HUNTER or Witch and Summons?

Witch and Summons is rated higher. SHAPE×HUNTER averages 4.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Witch and Summons averages 4.8 from 25 ratings.

### Do SHAPE×HUNTER or Witch and Summons have ads?

Both SHAPE×HUNTER and Witch and Summons show ads.

### Which is updated more often, SHAPE×HUNTER or Witch and Summons?

SHAPE×HUNTER ships an update every 3 weeks, and Witch and Summons every 3 days. Most recently, SHAPE×HUNTER was updated on September 27, 2026 and Witch and Summons on October 10, 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.*