Comparison

Bit Heroes Runner vs Slash Quest Halfbrick+

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Bit Heroes Runner

An action-packed pixel scroller where you race through levels, collect loot, and power up your hero. Escape bosses, overcome obstacles, and compete on leaderboards in this endless runner.

Highlights
  • Fast-paced 8 Bit scroller action
  • Collect equipment to power up
  • Endless generated levels
  • Equip Legendary gear and pets
  • Level up and unlock new zones
  • Compete in online leaderboards
  • Weekly Adventures
Features
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Bit Heroes Runner: Pixel Blitz takes pixel games on the run with an action-packed scroller that will leave you out of breath! Escape the ferocious boss of each zone with all your loot and limbs intact and grow your 8 Bit Hero in the next installment of the Kongregate Bitverse. Collect coins and power-ups to give your personalized 8 Bit Hero the boost they need to race over obstacles and cross the finish line to safety. Turn your mistakes into valuable XP and watch your hero grow fast as you complete goals and unlock unique levels based on nostalgic pixel graphics. Key Features: *Fast-paced 8 Bit scroller action! *Collect equipment to power up and defeat monsters in your way! *Endless generated levels provide unique challenges and experiences each run! *Equip Legendary gear and fantastic pets to create your own personalized characters. *Level up and unlock new zones with fresh pixel environments to enjoy. *Complete missions to earn rewards and upgrade your hero! *Compete in online leaderboards to see who can be the fastest Bit Hero! *Weekly Adventures unlock new challenges to complete and earn the top spot! *Original chiptune soundtrack to keep you pumped while you race against the dragon! ------- PLEASE NOTE: Bit Heroes Runner: Pixel Blitz is a free-to-play game though in-game items and currency can be purchased with real money.

About

Slash Quest Halfbrick+

Embark on an epic quest with an unlikely hero and a magical talking sword. Solve puzzles, battle foes, and customize your adventure in a vibrant world. Now part of a subscription service offering access to multiple games.

Highlights
  • Growing talking sword
  • Challenging puzzles
  • Epic adventures and quests
  • Boss battles
  • Customizable characters
  • Upgradable skills
Features
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Join Slash Quest – Now Part of Halfbrick+! Slash Quest is now on Halfbrick+, your gateway to epic games like Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride. One subscription unlocks countless adventures, thrilling quests, and action-packed games—starting with the fun-filled world of Slash Quest! An Unlikely Hero, a Talking Sword, and an Epic Quest! The Queen’s magical talking sword, Swordie, is missing! But Shepherd, an unlikely hero with zero sword skills, is here to help. Together, Shep and Swordie embark on an epic adventure, facing enemies, solving tricky puzzles, and completing daring quests to return the royal sword to the Queen. Swordie isn’t your average sword—it grows with every cut, making battles unpredictable. While Shep may lack knightly skills, his courage and friendship with Swordie make this quest unforgettable. Adventure Awaits! Slash, dash, and smash through vibrant lands filled with clever puzzles, fierce foes, and hidden secrets. Each level brings new adventures, exciting quests, and wild challenges with Swordie’s growing sword. Customize Shep and Swordie with fun cosmetics and upgrade skills to tailor your adventure. Whether you prefer fast combat or strategic puzzle-solving, every quest feels unique. Key Features: - A growing, talking sword - Challenging puzzles - Epic adventures and quests - Boss battles and side quests - Customizable looks for Shep & Swordie - Upgradable skills for every adventure Slash Quest delivers endless fun with your mighty sword, tricky puzzles, and epic adventures. Now part of Halfbrick+, the excitement never ends. Download Slash Quest today and start your next epic adventure! WHAT'S HALFBRICK+ Halfbrick+ is a mobile games subscription service featuring: - Exclusive access to the highest-rated games, including old games and new hits like Fruit Ninja. - No ads or in-app purchases, enhancing your experience with classic games. - Brought to you by the makers of Award-winning mobile games - Regular updates and new games, ensuring your subscription is always worth it. - Curated by hand - for gamers by gamers! Start your One Month free trial and play all our games without ads, in app purchases, and fully unlocked games! Your subscription will auto-renew after 30 days, or save money with an annual membership! If you have any questions, please contact our support team https://support.halfbrick.com View our privacy policy at https://www.halfbrick.com/halfbrick-plus-privacy-policy View our terms of service at https://www.halfbrick.com/terms-of-service

Screenshots

Bit Heroes Runner4 screens
Slash Quest Halfbrick+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Slash Quest Halfbrick+ at none against Bit Heroes Runner's shown. Bit Heroes Runner's advantage is ratings volume (24 vs 6). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Bit Heroes Runner sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Slash Quest Halfbrick+ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 2.9 for Bit Heroes Runner against 3.0 for Slash Quest Halfbrick+. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 24 and 6 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Bit Heroes Runner versus Slash Quest Halfbrick+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBit Heroes RunnerSlash Quest Halfbrick+
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (24 ratings)3.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews5.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings24 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size543 MB1.3 GB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperKongregateHalfbrick Studios

Customer experience

Bit Heroes Runner

All ratings24 ratings
Positive41.7%
Neutral12.5%
Negative45.8%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive5.9%
Neutral17.6%
Negative76.5%

Slash Quest Halfbrick+

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Bit Heroes Runner

One-time8
  • 200 Gems$1.99
  • Booster pack$1.99
  • 500 Gems$4.99
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  • Welcome pack$4.99
  • 1100 Gems$9.99
  • 2300 Gems$19.99
  • 6000 Gems$49.99
  • 12500 Gems$99.99
2 purchases

Slash Quest Halfbrick+

Subscriptions2
  • Halfbrick+2 variants$2.991 Month
  • Halfbrick+2 variants$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Bit Heroes Runner free?
Bit Heroes Runner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Slash Quest Halfbrick+ free?
Slash Quest Halfbrick+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bit Heroes Runner or Slash Quest Halfbrick+?
Slash Quest Halfbrick+ is rated higher. Bit Heroes Runner averages 2.9 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Slash Quest Halfbrick+ averages 3.0 from 6 ratings.
Do Bit Heroes Runner or Slash Quest Halfbrick+ have ads?
Bit Heroes Runner shows ads; Slash Quest Halfbrick+ does not.

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