The Pinball Wizard vs Mega Jump Halfbrick+
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Pinball Wizard
Experience a unique blend of classic pinball physics and modern roguelite progression. Control a wizard as the ball, navigating dungeon-like tower floors, mastering flippers, and battling enemies. Collect upgrades and perks to enhance your abilities for each subsequent run.
- Classic pinball physics
- Roguelite progression system
- Handcrafted tower tables
- Pattern-driven boss battles
- Perks and upgrades
- Quick and deep mastery sessions
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Pinball—with a twist. Your wizard is the ball. Climb the castle tower one floor at a time, master the flippers, and outplay cunning enemies. Get stronger with perks and upgrades, then come back for “one more” at-bat. If you love classic pinball physics and modern progression, this is your game. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT • A Pinball Feel: Snappy flippers, lanes, rails, bumpers—tight, readable physics. • Roguelite Progression: Level up, choose upgrades, and discover shot synergies. • Tower Tables: Handcrafted dungeon floors with hazards, secrets, and shortcuts. • Boss Battle: Pattern-driven arenas that reward precision and timing. • Quick runs, Deep Mastery: perfect for short sessions or longer sessions If you enjoy The Pinball Wizard, please leave a review—it helps more pinball fans discover the tower!
Mega Jump Halfbrick+
Embark on an exciting adventure with a charming character, leaping through vibrant worlds filled with colorful landscapes and captivating animations. Collect coins, dodge obstacles, and utilize various power-ups to enhance your journey. Unlock new characters and compete with others worldwide.
- Vibrant cartoon graphics
- Explore diverse worlds
- Power-up madness
- Super Nova Boost
- Unlockable characters
- Monthly new characters
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Launch into the colourful world of Mega Jump with Redford! Enter the lively and quirky world of Mega Jump, where Redford, your cheeky and adventurous guide, is ready to take you on a journey like no other. With each leap, you'll find yourself soaring through breathtaking landscapes bursting with color, from lush forests to glittering skies, all animated with captivating sounds and stunning animations. As you help Redford navigate these vibrant realms, collecting coins and dodging obstacles, you'll discover the magic and enchantment of this exciting universe. With Redford by your side, you'll meet quirky friends and discover a universe as full of life and excitement as he is. Key Features: - Vibrant Cartoon Graphics: Stunning visuals with hand-painted backgrounds that will keep you hooked! - Explore Four Incredible Worlds: Jump through diverse and exciting landscapes! - Power-Up Madness: Turn into a Balloon, become a Coin Magnet, or zap enemies with the Power Shield! - Super Nova Boost: Experience the thrill of high-speed action with fiery power-ups! - Unlock Hilarious Characters: Play with an ever-expanding roster of fun and quirky characters! - Monthly New Characters: Fresh and limited-time characters added regularly! - Achievements and Leaderboards: Compete worldwide and show off your high scores with Game Center! Join Millions of Jumpers! With over 40 million downloads, Mega Jump has taken the world by storm! It's time for you to grab the fun and start jumping! What are you waiting for? Download Mega Jump and start your adventure today! WHAT'S HALFBRICK+ Halfbrick+ is a mobile games subscription service offering: - Exclusive access to the highest-rated games. - No ads or in-app purchases interrupting your word-crafting experience in these word games. - Brought to you by the makers of Award-winning mobile games. - Regular updates and new releases to keep your word games fresh and full of new word search puzzles. - Curated by gamers, for gamers who love word challenges and word puzzles! 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! For any questions, please contact our support team at 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/subscription-agreement
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: The Pinball Wizard at 66% against Mega Jump Halfbrick+'s 20%. The Pinball Wizard also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.1) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 63). Mega Jump Halfbrick+'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. The Pinball Wizard sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Mega Jump Halfbrick+ sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
The Pinball Wizard holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Pinball Wizard has 1.1K ratings behind it against 63, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of The Pinball Wizard's written reviews are positive against 20% of Mega Jump Halfbrick+'s.
The Pinball Wizard ships an update fortnightly, Mega Jump Halfbrick+ daily. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Pinball Wizard | Mega Jump Halfbrick+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (1.1K ratings) — better | 2.1 (63 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 66.2% of reviews — better | 19.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | 63 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Daily — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 309 MB | 370 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Frosty Pop | Halfbrick |
Customer experience
The Pinball Wizard
Mega Jump Halfbrick+
User reviews
The Pinball Wizard
From 1.1K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🎮 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 👍 Intuitive and responsive controls
- 🎨 Charming and polished visuals
- 💰 No ads or in-app purchases
- 🕹️ Unique RPG-like pinball mechanics
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🕹️ Unresponsive or awkward controls
- 🕰️ Short main campaign length
- 🤕 Difficulty spikes and unfair enemy encounters
Mega Jump Halfbrick+
From 63 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- ❤️ Nostalgic childhood game
- 🎮 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 🙌 Brings back good memories
Room to improve
- 💰 Subscription model for an old game
- 🙅♀️ Locked behind a paywall
- 🤔 Doesn't feel like the original
- 😞 Disappointing changes from the original
Bugs and requests
The Pinball Wizard
Reported bugs
3 issues- Stuck on loading screen
- Freezing when upgrading skills
- Inconsistent damage and enemy behavior
Requested features
4 requests- More levels and content
- Expanded character customization
- Landscape mode support
- Improved enemy and level design
Mega Jump Halfbrick+
Reported bugs
1 issue- Magnet power-up not working as expected
Requested features
3 requests- Make the game free-to-play with optional ads
- Offer a one-time purchase option instead of subscription
- Bring back the original Mega Jump experience
In-app purchases
The Pinball Wizard
- Gift$0.99
- Gift$1.99
- Remove Ads$2.99
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- Gift$3.99
Mega Jump Halfbrick+
- Halfbrick+ (Early Adopter)6 Months trial$2.991 Month
- Halfbrick+$2.991 Month
- Halfbrick+ (Trial)1 Month trial$2.991 Month
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- Halfbrick+ (Yearly discount)$2.991 Month
- Halfbrick+3 variants$29.991 Year
- Halfbrick+ (Yearly discount)1 Year trial$29.991 Year
- Halfbrick+$99.99
Questions
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