Comparison

Machine Yearning vs Texathon

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

Head to head
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).

About

Texathon

Engage in a thrilling word race to test your typing accuracy and reflexes. Compete against the clock or other players in various exciting gameplay modes, progressing through increasing difficulty levels to hone your speed and precision.

Highlights
  • Speed typing challenge
  • Accuracy and reflex testing
  • Practice mode
  • Competitive mode
  • Leaderboard competition
  • Progressive difficulty levels
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Texathon is the ultimate speed-typing challenge! Test your typing accuracy and reflexes in this thrilling word race. Whether you're a casual player looking to improve your typing skills or a competitive gamer ready to take on the leaderboard, Texathon offers exciting gameplay modes to keep you engaged. How to Play: Words appear on the screen—type them as fast as you can! Race against the clock in Practice Mode or challenge others in Competitive Mode. Progress through increasing difficulty levels and unlock new challenges. Every round gets harder—stay focused and type with precision! Game Features: Fast-paced, addicting typing action Multiple game modes: Random Play, Practice, Competitive Compete against friends or test your solo skills Track your speed and accuracy Fun for all ages—perfect for improving typing skills! Ready to prove you’re the fastest? Download Texathon now and start typing your way to victory!

Screenshots

Machine Yearning4 screens
Texathon4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Machine Yearning at none against Texathon's shown. Machine Yearning also leads on ratings volume (53 vs 11) and device support (3 vs 1). Texathon's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 89%). 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. Machine Yearning sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Texathon sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Machine Yearning holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 53 and 11 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 89% of Machine Yearning's written reviews are positive against 100% of Texathon's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Machine Yearning versus Texathon: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMachine YearningTexathon
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (53 ratings) — better4.6 (11 ratings)
Positive reviews89.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings53 — better11
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size166 MB171 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTiny Little Keys Inc.David E Charlton

Customer experience

Machine Yearning

All ratings53 ratings
Positive94.3%
Neutral1.9%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive89.5%
Neutral5.3%
Negative5.3%

Texathon

All ratings11 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Machine Yearning

One-time1
  • Unlock Hats$1.99
5 purchases

Texathon

One-time5
  • 150 Coin Pack$1.99
  • 250 Coin Pack$2.99
  • 350 Coin Pack$3.99
Show 2 more
  • Remove Ads$4.99
  • 450 Coin Pack$4.99

Questions

Is Machine Yearning free?
Machine Yearning is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Texathon free?
Texathon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Machine Yearning or Texathon?
Machine Yearning is rated higher. Machine Yearning averages 4.8 out of 5 from 53 ratings, while Texathon averages 4.6 from 11 ratings.
Do Machine Yearning or Texathon have ads?
Texathon shows ads; Machine Yearning does not.

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