Machine Yearning vs Texathon
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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).
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.
- 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!
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
| Parameter | Machine Yearning | Texathon |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (53 ratings) — better | 4.6 (11 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 89.5% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 53 — better | 11 |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 166 MB | 171 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tiny Little Keys Inc. | David E Charlton |
Customer experience
Machine Yearning
Texathon
In-app purchases
Machine Yearning
- Unlock Hats$1.99
Texathon
- 150 Coin Pack$1.99
- 250 Coin Pack$2.99
- 350 Coin Pack$3.99
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- Remove Ads$4.99
- 450 Coin Pack$4.99









