Comparison

80s Overrun vs Pixel Runners

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

Head to head
About

80s Overrun

Embark on a platformer adventure with a vibrant 80s aesthetic. Conquer over 160 levels, defeat challenging bosses, and customize your character with unique outfits and abilities. Craft powerful items to gain an edge in this nostalgic gaming experience.

Highlights
  • Over 160 meticulously designed levels
  • More than 100 challenging achievements
  • Five formidable boss fights
  • Character outfit customization
  • Back items with special abilities
  • In-game crafting system for rare artifacts
Features
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Embark on an exhilarating journey through a platformer with a nostalgic 80s twist! over 160 meticulously designed levels that will transport you back to the vibrant era of neon lights and synthwave music and more. Immerse yourself in the thrilling gameplay and relive the excitement of classic platformers while having that modern feel. Unleash your skills and aim for greatness as you conquer over 100 challenging achievements. Show off your mastery of each level and become a true legend of the 80s gaming scene. With over 160 levels in vast mini games and more! Prove Yourself as the Ultimate Boss Fighter in Town Face off against five formidable bosses and prove who is the best in town. Defeat each boss and claim their turf as your own. Can you emerge victorious and claim the title of the best in town? Customize Your Look, Define Your Style Modify your character's outfit to reflect your personal style, and go beyond with an array of back items that provide special abilities to aid you in your quest. Whether you prefer a sleek futuristic appearance or a nod to the iconic 80s fashion, the choice is yours! Craft and Collect Special Items Collect valuable items throughout your journey and utilize an in-game crafting system to forge powerful and rare artifacts. Unleash the true potential of these special items and gain a competitive edge in the levels.

About

Pixel Runners

Experience an endless arcade platformer with a retro pixel art style. Shift between parallel worlds, manipulate time, and face challenging bosses. This game offers quick sessions that can stretch into hours, perfect for both casual players and competitive climbers.

Highlights
  • Shifting parallel worlds
  • Time manipulation (slow down, rewind)
  • Challenging boss encounters
  • Retro pixel art with modern feel
  • Offline play
  • Global leaderboards
Features
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Pixel Runners brings back the spirit of old-school platformers in a modern endless arcade run. With 2D pixel art, shifting dimensions, and relentless pace, every second is a fight to survive. Dive in now and chase your best run! Shift Into Parallel Worlds The pace never lets up. You’re sprinting forward, traps closing in, and the only way to survive is to jump at the right second or shift into a world that looks just as dangerous. Every run pushes harder, every second feels tighter, and one mistake ends it all. How long can you stay in control? Every Run Feels Different Runs rarely play out the same way twice. One attempt might have you gliding through dark forests, the next you’re dodging blades in a desert, or outrunning crumbling walls in a ruined city. The pace keeps pushing forward, and the longer you last, the more chaotic it gets. That “just one more try” feeling hits hard, especially when you know the Shift could save your run if you use it at the perfect moment. Time Is On Your Side On top of running and shifting, time itself bends to your control. Slow things down to squeeze through a narrow trap, rewind a mistake if your jump was off, or hit the gas to power through a dangerous stretch. The time tricks are short and snappy, but they add just enough strategy to make every decision feel important. Face Challenging Bosses Of course, it wouldn’t be a real arcade challenge without bosses. Every so often you’ll slam into something bigger than spikes and saws. Every encounter becomes a rhythm of reflex and timing, where learning the pattern means surviving the run. Retro Look, Modern Feel What keeps it all together is the look and feel. The game leans into retro pixel art, but it doesn’t feel dated. Levels pop with color, animations are smooth, and each environment has its own atmosphere. It feels nostalgic without pretending to be a relic. Easy To Pick Up, Tough To Master Pixel Runners is simple to learn but takes time to master. A few taps get you moving, yet the pace quickly tests your reflexes. Each mistake teaches you something new, and before you know it, you’re trying again to beat your last run. If you’re the type who loves quick sessions that can stretch into hours, this game fits. It works offline, so you can play anywhere, and if you’re competitive, global leaderboards are waiting for you to climb. If you’re more casual, it’s still perfect for killing a few minutes while chasing a personal best. It’s not just for endless runner fans either. Players who love 2D platformers, old-school arcade challenges, or the “die and retry” thrill will feel right at home. The mix of running, jumping, shifting worlds, and bending time makes it stand out from other pixel games, and gives it that hook to keep you coming back. Download Pixel Runners to relive the thrill of old-school platformers with a modern endless twist. Worlds keep shifting, obstacles never repeat, and every second counts toward your best run. Jump back in and chase that perfect score today!

Screenshots

80s Overrun4 screens
Pixel Runners4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Pixel Runners at none against 80s Overrun's shown. Pixel Runners also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). 80s Overrun's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. 80s Overrun sells 20 one-off in-app purchases and Pixel Runners sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for 80s Overrun against 5.0 for Pixel Runners. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

80s Overrun ships an update every 5 weeks, Pixel Runners every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
80s Overrun versus Pixel Runners: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter80s OverrunPixel Runners
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size559 MB110 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperThomas MarchiondaColoring Games

Customer experience

80s Overrun

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Pixel Runners

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

20 purchases

80s Overrun

One-time20
  • Small Tokens Pack$0.99
  • 1500 Tokens$0.99
  • 1495 Sunset Tickets$2.99
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  • Sports Bundle$3.99
  • 6100 Tokens$3.99
  • Basic Skins Pack$3.99
  • Medium Tokens Pack$4.99
  • Premium Pass$4.99
  • Sunset Boulevard Expansion$4.99
  • 2550 Sunset Tickets$4.99
  • Retro Bundle$6.99
  • Big Tokens Pack$9.99
  • Spooky Bundle$9.99
  • 5100 Sunset Tickets$9.99
  • 15,250 Tokens$9.99
  • Animals Skin Pack$9.99
  • Deep Sea Pack$12.99
  • Back Items Pack$12.99
  • Large Tokens Pack$19.99
  • 30,750 Tokens$19.99
6 purchases

Pixel Runners

One-time6
  • Hard currency 30$0.99
  • Hard currency 80$1.99
  • Hard currency 170$4.99
Show 3 more
  • Hard currency 360$9.99
  • Hard currency 950$19.99
  • Hard currency 2000$49.99

Questions

Is 80s Overrun free?
80s Overrun is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pixel Runners free?
Pixel Runners is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 80s Overrun or Pixel Runners?
80s Overrun and Pixel Runners are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do 80s Overrun or Pixel Runners have ads?
80s Overrun shows ads; Pixel Runners does not.
Which is updated more often, 80s Overrun or Pixel Runners?
80s Overrun ships an update every 5 weeks, and Pixel Runners every 3 weeks. Most recently, 80s Overrun was updated on September 15, 2026 and Pixel Runners on June 1, 2026.

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