Comparison

Pi 100 Challenge vs Machine Yearning

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

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Pi 100 Challenge

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Some people climb mountains, while others run marathons. You are challenging yourself to calculate Pi by hand. This app guides you through all the steps needed to compute Pi to 100 decimal places. Surprisingly enough, this doesn't require any complex math -- just basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and long division. Each page presents one problem to solve. Complete the problem, and move on to the next step. Take the Pi-100 Challenge, sharpen your mind, and calculate Pi. GameCenter integration allows you to track progress and achievements. Leaderboards allow you to race against your friends to see who can finish more digits, or solve for the digits faster.

About

Machine Yearning

Create your own language and test your memory in this unique word game. Solve puzzles by inventing definitions and recalling them to prove your authenticity. Features retro pixel art, multiple game modes, and unlockable content.

Highlights
  • Create custom languages
  • Memory recall challenges
  • Campaign, Timed, and Endless modes
  • Retro pixel art style
  • Unlockable hats and themes
  • Cognitive skill enhancement
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Machine Yearning is a word and memory game where you create your own language and test your ability to remember it. Premise: You're a human masquerading as a robot to land a job meant only for mechanical minds. Your challenge? Solve captchas like never before—by inventing definitions on the fly! But remember: consistency is key, as you'll need to recall your invented words to prove your robotic authenticity. Accolades: Proud winner of the Ludum Dare game jam's "#1 Most Fun" and "#1 Most Innovative"! Game Modes: Dive into three thrilling modes: * Campaign: Follow the story, from simple beginnings to complex linguistic challenges. * Timed: Race against the clock for high scores. * Endless: Keep playing and see how far your memory can take you! Features: * Cute, Retro-Style Pixel Art: Immerse yourself in charming visuals that transport you to a playful digital world. * Unlockables Galore: Earn stylish hats, helpful power-ups, and delightful themes as you advance. * Mind-Sharpening Fun: This game not only tests your memory but also enhances your cognitive skills. * Free to Play: Jump right in—no ads, no junkware, and no annoying push notifications. * Support the Developer: Love the game? Consider unlocking extra hats to both style your gameplay and support the developer (me, Daniel)! * Challenge Yourself: Starting easy, the game intensifies as you progress, perfect for fans of language, word, memory, and puzzle games. Step into the world of "Machine Yearning," where your mind's agility and creativity meet endless fun and challenges. Ready to prove you're the smartest "robot" around? Download now and let the games begin! Special thanks to Wildan Rahmat R for logo, powerup, and hat designs. Fonts used: early gameboy, pixel operator, retro computer, dogica, pressstart2p, and aseprite (https://github.com/aseprite/aseprite/blob/fea3f5fceeab027ee3f5402272b94569c7a0daa9/data/fonts/LICENSE.txt).

Screenshots

Pi 100 Challenge3 screens
Machine Yearning4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Machine Yearning at Free against Pi 100 Challenge's $0.99. Machine Yearning also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). Pi 100 Challenge's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads 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

Machine Yearning is free to download; Pi 100 Challenge costs $0.99 up front. Machine Yearning sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Pi 100 Challenge asks for nothing beyond the download.

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Pi 100 Challenge versus Machine Yearning: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPi 100 ChallengeMachine Yearning
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—4.8 (57 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—89.5% of reviews
Number of ratings—57 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB166 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRam RaoTiny Little Keys Inc.

In-app purchases

None

Pi 100 Challenge

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Machine Yearning

One-time1
  • Unlock Hats$1.99

Questions

Is Pi 100 Challenge free?
Pi 100 Challenge costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Machine Yearning free?
Machine Yearning is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pi 100 Challenge or Machine Yearning have ads?
Neither Pi 100 Challenge nor Machine Yearning shows ads.

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