Comparison

Archero 2 vs Acecraft

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

Head to head
About

Archero 2

Embark on a thrilling roguelike adventure as a new-generation hero. Master unique skills, engage in fast-paced combat, and overcome challenging stages and dungeons to save the world from the Demon King. Compete in an improved PvP system for ultimate victory.

Highlights
  • Roguelike skill rarity system
  • Faster combat pace
  • New countdown survival mode
  • Best-of-three PvP battles
  • Engaging dungeons with boss battles
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Welcome to the new era of the legendary roguelike mobile game—Archero 2! Join 200 million players in unlocking the memories of the archer! The once-great hero has fallen into the Demon King's trap and turned into an even more powerful leader of dark forces! As a new-generation hero, you must master every skill you acquire to embark on your mission to save the world! Game Features: 1.Roguelike Experience 2.0: Unique skill rarity settings and more chances to choose your skills! 2.Combat Experience 2.0: Faster pace brings greater thrills! 3.Stage Design 2.0: Classic stage challenges and a brand-new countdown survival mode! 4.PvP System 2.0: One round decides the winner? NO! We have best of three, where true heroes learn from defeat to find victory! 5.Engaging Dungeons 2.0: Boss Seal Battle, Trial Tower, Gold Cave—tons of rewards await RICK & MORTY and all related characters and elements © & ™ Cartoon network (s26)

About

Acecraft

Embark on a cooperative aerial combat adventure, piloting aircraft through mystical islands. Absorb enemy projectiles to power up your weapons and master diverse skills. Explore over 100 stages and challenge bosses in a retro cartoon art style.

Highlights
  • 2-Player Survival Challenge mode
  • Diverse random roguelike skills
  • Absorb pink projectiles to power up
  • Retro cartoon art style
  • Over 100 unique stages
  • Classic co-op mode with communication
Features
Currently charting
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WE FLY TOGETHER! The cooperative Shoot'em Up mobile game ACECRAFT is officially live! Soar through a world suspended high among the clouds as a skilled pilot, commanding your aircraft through mystical islands and engaging in thrilling aerial combat. Wind up! Time to fix the world! There’s also the “2-Player Survival Challenge” mode, waiting for you and your friend to take it on! The first team in the world to clear it will earn generous rewards! Game Features: [Diverse Random Skills – Master the Shoot'em Up Experience] Choose from a wide variety of roguelike skills that provide powerful combat bonuses! Mix and match them to create spectacular bullet combinations and take on the Nightmare Legion! Every challenge offers a fresh new experience with endless combinations to discover! [Absorb Pink Projectiles – Become the Sky Ace] As a skilled pilot, you'll not only dodge countless enemy projectiles but also absorb pink projectiles from dense bullet storms, transforming them into your own combat arsenal. Use your enemies' attacks to enhance your weapons, craft your signature bullet storm, and become the unbeatable sky ace! [Retro Cartoon Art Style – Return to Innocent Childhood] Board the time train and journey back to an era of nostalgia and pure wonder as you explore the vast realm of Cloudia! Engage in intense battles with bosses of all shapes and personalities, discover their weaknesses, defeat them one by one, and claim victory with your own hands! [Diverse Stage Styles – Soar Through Adventure Worlds] Unknown adventures await your exploration! Challenge over 100 different stages, each with unique terrain and stationed enemies. Adapt your combat strategies to each stage's characteristics as you unveil the mysteries of Cloudia through your adventures! [Classic Co-op Mode – Let's Fly Together] Team up with friends for exhilarating co-op battles! Pilot your exclusive aircraft and embark on a wondrous journey together, discovering amazing treasure chests along your combat adventure. Support each other with quick in-game communication and take down bosses with ease!

Screenshots

Archero 24 screens
Acecraft4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Acecraft at 91% against Archero 2's 53%. Acecraft also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Archero 2's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#22 vs #133). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Archero 2 sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Acecraft sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Acecraft holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 23K and 32K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of Archero 2's written reviews are positive against 91% of Acecraft's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Archero 2 ships an update every 5 weeks, Acecraft every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Archero 2 versus Acecraft: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArchero 2Acecraft
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (23K ratings)4.8 (32K ratings) — better
Positive reviews53.5% of reviews90.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings23K32K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#22 — better#133
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size908 MB300 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperHABBYSkystone Games Pte. Ltd.

Customer experience

Archero 2

All ratings23,081 ratings
Positive89.9%
Neutral2.0%
Negative8.1%
Written reviews3,180 reviews
Positive53.5%
Neutral10.9%
Negative35.6%

Acecraft

All ratings31,645 ratings
Positive97.2%
Neutral1.1%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews1,825 reviews
Positive90.7%
Neutral3.3%
Negative6.0%

User reviews

Archero 2

From 23K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 🎨 Improved graphics
  • 📚 Expanded abilities and features
  • 🤝 Sense of community and competition

Room to improve

  • 💰 Excessive monetization and pay-to-win elements
  • 🤖 Artificial difficulty scaling
  • 🕹️ Restrictive progression tied to limited daily attempts
  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches

Acecraft

From 32K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Looks like a great game
  • 👍 Interesting art style similar to Cuphead

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Constant connection issues and loading problems
  • 🐛 Game not loading past 40%
  • 🐛 Glitches and bugs on launch

Bugs and requests

Archero 2

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Ads causing audio issues
  • Crashes and freezes
  • Progression blockers due to bugs

Requested features

4 requests
  • Offline play mode
  • More varied level and enemy design
  • Improved gear and progression systems
  • Better balance between free and paid content

Acecraft

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Connection lost errors
  • Game not loading past 40%
  • Glitches and crashes on launch

Requested features

2 requests
  • More difficulty options
  • Fix connection and loading issues

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Archero 2

One-time11
  • Gift Pack 01$0.99
  • Gift Pack 02$1.99
  • Gift Pack 03$2.99
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  • Gift Pack 04$4.99
  • Gift Pack 05$9.99
  • Gift Pack 06$14.99
  • Gift Pack 07$19.99
  • Gift Pack 08$25.99
  • Gift Pack 09$29.99
  • Gift Pack 10$49.99
  • Gift Pack 11$99.99
11 purchases

Acecraft

One-time11
  • Popular Pack 1$0.99
  • Popular Pack 2$1.99
  • Popular Pack 3$2.99
Show 8 more
  • Popular Pack 4$4.99
  • Monthly Pass 1$4.99
  • Growth Fund 1$7.49
  • Popular Pack 5$9.99
  • Navigator Pass$14.99
  • Diamond Pack 4$19.99
  • Growth Fund 2$19.99
  • Popular Pack 7$19.99

Questions

Is Archero 2 free?
Archero 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Acecraft free?
Acecraft is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Archero 2 or Acecraft?
Acecraft is rated higher. Archero 2 averages 4.6 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while Acecraft averages 4.8 from 32K ratings.
Do Archero 2 or Acecraft have ads?
Acecraft shows ads; Archero 2 does not.
Which is updated more often, Archero 2 or Acecraft?
Archero 2 ships an update every 5 weeks, and Acecraft every 3 weeks. Most recently, Archero 2 was updated on October 31, 2026 and Acecraft on October 31, 2026.
Which is more popular, Archero 2 or Acecraft?
Archero 2 currently peaks at #22 in the App Store charts, and Acecraft at #133. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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