Comparison

Covenant vs Ugly

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

Head to head
About

Covenant

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Covenant: Project Zero is a sci-fi action adventure space opera set in a distant future ruled by massive interstellar corporations. You play as the fearless, crafty, and resourceful Captain John Covenant, leading your scrappy crew across the universe on an epic quest to unveil the past, survive the present and determine the future of humankind. The game blends stylized pixel art with immersive 3D environments for a truly retro 2.5D feel. Explore Covenant's universe taking advantage of a simple and intuitive control scheme on your mobile devices. Fight villains, solve puzzles, and interact with a cast of witty characters along the way and save the world!

About

Ugly

A dark fairytale puzzle-platformer where you use an innovative mirror mechanic to solve challenges and explore a tormented nobleman's psyche. Unravel a text-less narrative through mind-bending puzzles and epic boss battles in a visually stunning world.

Highlights
  • Innovative mirror mechanic for puzzle-solving
  • Deep, text-less narrative
  • Visually stunning art style
  • Mind-bending puzzle rooms
  • Epic boss battles
  • Controller support
Features
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Embark on an unforgettable voyage through a tormented nobleman's psyche in "Ugly," a dark fairytale turned mobile puzzle-platformer. Navigate a world awash in tragedy, armed with an innovative mirror mechanic that allows you to face puzzles—and yourself—like never before. Dive deep into the enigmatic world of "Ugly" and get ready to confront truths as unsettling as they are enlightening. Are you brave enough to face what's hidden in the mirror? Key Features: - Innovative Mirror Mechanic: Generate a shadowy reflection to swap places with, unlocking new angles for puzzle-solving and exploration. - Deep Narrative: Unravel a profound, text-less story that delves into the corners of a broken mind. Each puzzle room you conquer brings clarity to your clouded past. - Visually Stunning: Immerse yourself in an intricately crafted world, where every detail, from the moody lighting to the ethereal art style, serves the narrative. - Mind-Bending Puzzles: Conquer intricately designed puzzle rooms, each offering a fresh challenge and a fragment of your past. - Epic Boss Battles: Engage with towering bosses that test not just your reflexes, but also your resolve. - Discover Hidden Secrets: Unlock alternate endings and hidden rooms for an enriched gameplay experience. - Exceptional Soundscapes: Atmospheric music that perfectly complements each twist and turn in your unsettling journey. - Controller Support: Experience the game seamlessly with MFI Bluetooth controller support. The game’s title isn't a reflection of its beautifully dark world, but of the unsettling truths you'll uncover. Are you ready to face the "Ugly" in you?

Screenshots

Covenant3 screens
Ugly4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Ugly at fortnightly against Covenant's monthly. Ugly also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). Covenant's advantage is price ($3.99 vs $4.99). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

Covenant costs $3.99 and Ugly $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Covenant ships an update monthly, Ugly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on May 17, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Covenant versus Ugly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCovenantUgly
Price$3.99 — better$4.99
Rating—4.4 (38 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—72.7% of reviews
Number of ratings—38 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1.4 GB607 MB
Age rating12+17+
Developer11000AD LLCPlug In Digital

In-app purchases

None

Covenant

No in-app purchases

None

Ugly

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Covenant free?
Covenant costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ugly free?
Ugly costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Covenant or Ugly have ads?
Neither Covenant nor Ugly shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Covenant or Ugly?
Covenant ships an update monthly, and Ugly fortnightly. Most recently, Covenant was updated on May 17, 2026 and Ugly on September 26, 2026.

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