Control Ultimate Edition vs Purple Comet
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Control Ultimate Edition
Engage in a supernatural third-person action-adventure where you wield telekinetic powers and transforming weaponry to combat an ominous enemy. Uncover the dark secrets of a secretive government agency and fight to regain control of a world under threat.
- Supernatural combat
- Transforming weaponry
- Telekinetic powers
- Uncover mysteries
- Explore hidden world
- Challenging boss fights
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A corruptive presence has invaded the Federal Bureau of Control… Only you have the power to stop it. The world is now your weapon in an epic fight to annihilate an ominous enemy through deep and unpredictable environments. Containment has failed, humanity is at stake. Will you regain control? Winner of over 80 awards, CONTROL is a visually stunning third-person action-adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Blending open-ended environments with the signature world-building and storytelling of renowned developer, Remedy Entertainment, CONTROL presents an expansive and intensely gratifying gameplay experience. CONTROL Ultimate Edition has now been adapted to iOS. We have implemented touch controls and made changes to the in-game UI and game mechanics, like aiming and puzzles to provide a great experience for supported touch devices. The game renders beautifully through Metal and supports Ray Tracing on supported hardware. Key features UNCOVER THE MYSTERIES: Can you handle the bureau’s dark secrets? Unfold an epic supernatural struggle, filled with unexpected characters and bizarre events, as you search for your missing brother, and discover the truth that has brought you here. EVERYTHING IS YOUR WEAPON: Unleash destruction through transforming weaponry and telekinetic powers. Discover new ways to annihilate your enemies as you harness powerful abilities to turn everything around you into a lethal weapon. EXPLORE A HIDDEN WORLD: Delve deep into the ominous expanses of a secretive government agency. Explore the Bureau’s shifting environments only to discover that there is always more than meets the eye… FIGHT FOR CONTROL: Battle a relentless enemy through exciting missions and challenging boss fights to earn powerful upgrades that maximize abilities and customize your weaponry. CONTROL Ultimate Edition on iOS supports the following MetalFX features: MetalFX TAAU - Temporal Anti-Aliasing and upscaling MetalFX Frame Interpolation Ray-Tracing is supported on devices with M3+ or A19 Pro with 10Gb of memory.
Purple Comet
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PURPLE COMET - THE LEGEND RETURNS The cosmos is calling! Take control of the Purple Comet and embark on an endless journey through the depths of space. Dodge deadly asteroids, collect shimmering stars, and prove you have what it takes to survive the ultimate test of skill and reflexes! Purple Comet is a fast-paced, addictive arcade game that combines the thrill of endless runners with classic space shooter vibes. With simple one-tap controls and progressively challenging gameplay, it's easy to pick up but incredibly hard to master. How far can you fly? SIMPLE YET ADDICTIVE GAMEPLAY • TAP TO FLY - One-tap controls make it easy for anyone to play • DODGE ASTEROIDS - Navigate through increasingly difficult obstacle fields • COLLECT STARS - Grab glowing collectibles to boost your score • BEAT HIGH SCORES - Compete with yourself and climb the leaderboard • PROGRESSIVE DIFFICULTY - The longer you survive, the harder it gets! STUNNING VISUALS • Beautiful hand-crafted space environments • Smooth 60 FPS gameplay on all devices • Animated comet with mesmerizing trail effects • Rotating asteroids and twinkling star fields • Retro-inspired graphics with modern polish ARCADE ACTION AT ITS FINEST Experience the perfect blend of classic arcade gameplay and modern mobile gaming. Purple Comet captures the essence of retro space games while delivering smooth, responsive controls designed for touchscreens. Every session is a new challenge, every run could be your best! KEY FEATURES FLAPPY-STYLE PHYSICS Master the comet's momentum-based movement. Gravity constantly pulls you down - tap to jump and find the perfect rhythm to weave through asteroid fields! ENDLESS CHALLENGE No two runs are the same! Procedurally placed obstacles ensure fresh gameplay every time. The difficulty ramps up the longer you survive, testing your reflexes to the limit. STAR COLLECTION SYSTEM Collect normal stars for 1 point or rare purple stars worth 4 points! Risk and reward mechanics keep you coming back for more. CONTINUE FEATURE Don't let one mistake end your run! Watch a rewarded ad to continue from where you died and push your score even higher. (Limited continues per game) CLEAN, AD-FREE GAMEPLAY Banner ads stay at the bottom and never interrupt your game. Focus on what matters - beating your high score! OPTIMIZED PERFORMANCE Runs smoothly on all devices with minimal battery drain. Quick loading times mean you're back in the action instantly. PERFECT FOR • Fans of endless runner and arcade games • Players who love high-score challenges • Anyone who grew up with classic space games • Casual gamers looking for quick sessions • Hardcore players seeking the ultimate test WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT "Just one more try" - that's what you'll say after every run! Purple Comet's addictive gameplay loop keeps pulling you back in. Whether you have 30 seconds or 30 minutes, it's the perfect game for quick sessions or extended marathons. The satisfying tap-to-fly mechanics, combined with beautiful visuals and progressively challenging obstacles, create an experience that's both relaxing and exhilarating. Every successful dodge feels rewarding, every star collected is a small victory, and every new high score is a triumph worth celebrating! COMPLETELY FREE TO PLAY Download Purple Comet now and start your cosmic adventure! No pay-to-win mechanics, no energy systems, no wait times. Just pure, uninterrupted arcade action whenever you want it. Are you ready to become a legend? The asteroid field awaits! Download Purple Comet today and see how far you can fly!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Purple Comet at Free against Control Ultimate Edition's $4.99. Purple Comet also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.1). Control Ultimate Edition's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#14 vs unranked). On in-app purchases 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
Purple Comet is free to download; Control Ultimate Edition costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Control Ultimate Edition | Purple Comet |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.0 (290 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 62.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 290 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #14 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 26.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 568 MB | 40 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Remedy Entertainment PLC | Digital UK Apps |
In-app purchases
Control Ultimate Edition
No in-app purchases
Purple Comet
No in-app purchases
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