Comparison

Erg Dude 2 vs Braid Anniversary Edition

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

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About

Erg Dude 2

Features
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Blast Off Into Fitness with Erg Dude 2: Galactic RowDown! Are you ready to take your rowing workouts to another galaxy? Erg Dude 2: Galactic RowDown is the ultimate Concept2 rowing app that combines the thrill of space adventures with the intensity of rowing. Whether you're a seasoned rower or just starting, this immersive app will make every stroke count! Join Erg Dude on an Epic Adventure In Erg Dude 2, you'll play as Erg Dude, a fearless space explorer shot down by the evil Nexar Voidstalker. To get back home, you must row through five out-of-this-world levels, each packed with challenges, surprises, and heart-pounding action. From dodging alien asteroids to hurling sonic grenades, this app turns your workouts into a cosmic journey! Key Features: Immersive Gameplay: Experience the excitement of battling enemies in space while simultaneously working out. Erg Dude 2 merges engaging gameplay with effective fitness training, making it the most enjoyable way to burn calories and build endurance. Story Mode: Track your progress as the story unfolds, with each level designed to enhance different aspects of your rowing technique and overall performance. Watch as you grow stronger and more skilled with every session. Power-Ups and Upgrades: Collect power-ups like shields and sonic grenades to boost your abilities and overcome even the toughest challenges. These enhancements will keep you motivated as you push through each level. Leaderboards: Compete against friends, teammates, and players worldwide. Achieve the highest scores and rise to the top of the leaderboard, proving you're the best in the galaxy! Tailored Workouts for All Levels: Whether you're a competitive rower or new to the sport, Erg Dude 2 offers a range of difficulty levels and workout intensities. Customize your training sessions to match your fitness goals, from endurance building to high-intensity intervals. Dynamic Challenges: Each level presents unique obstacles and enemies, ensuring that no two workouts are the same. Erg Dude 2 keeps your training sessions fresh and exciting, making it easier to stay committed to your fitness journey. Galactic Boss Battles: Face off against Nexar Voidstalker in epic boss battles that test your strength, endurance, and rowing skills. Can you defeat him and make it back home? Free Trial Available: Not sure if Erg Dude 2 is right for you? Try our FREE version! Enjoy a 2-3 minute introduction to the app, giving you a taste of the adventure and a chance to test your skills. With access to 20% of the game, you can see if Erg Dude 2 is the perfect fit for your fitness routine before committing to the full version. Upgrade to the Full Experience: Unlock the entire Erg Dude 2: Galactic RowDown experience with our Premium version. Gain access to longer sessions, burn more calories, and increase your chances of dominating the leaderboard. With up to 30-40 minutes of exercise per session, it's the perfect way to stay in shape while having fun! Why Choose Erg Dude 2? Erg Dude 2 isn't just a rowing app—it's a full-blown adventure that makes fitness fun and effective. By turning your workout into a game, you'll find yourself more motivated to push through tough sessions and reach your fitness goals. Plus, the integration with the Concept2 rowing machine ensures you're getting a high-quality workout every time. Ready to Row Your Way to Fitness and Fun? Download Erg Dude 2: Galactic RowDown today and embark on the ultimate rowing adventure! Whether you're aiming to improve your rowing technique, increase your endurance, or just have a blast while working out, Erg Dude 2 has you covered. So strap in, grab your Concept2, and get ready for an unforgettable journey through the cosmos!

About

Braid Anniversary Edition

Manipulate time to solve intricate platform puzzles in this remastered indie classic. Explore beautifully painted worlds, uncover memories, and enjoy extensive creator commentary. Assemble jigsaw pieces and overcome challenges with unique time-bending mechanics.

Highlights
  • Time manipulation mechanics
  • Subtle platform puzzles
  • Refreshed high-resolution graphics
  • Extensive creator commentary
  • Jigsaw puzzle collection
  • Haunting, evocative score
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Control the flow of time to solve subtle platform puzzles in this update of the indie classic "Braid," featuring refreshed artwork and seriously in-depth creator commentary. Travel from a city house through a series of interconnected worlds where time behaves strangely, searching for an elusive Princess. Along the way you'll explore memories and regrets that still haunt you. This Anniversary Edition remaster of the award-winning platformer contains fully repainted high-resolution graphics, new sound effects and extensive audio commentary. Rewind, pause and use the strange properties of time in each world to run and jump through beautifully painted environments. Avoid hazards, unlock doors and collect jigsaw puzzle pieces to assemble. If you get hung up on a particular puzzle, feel free to move on and return later. This is the game you remember, with all the original challenges and the same haunting, evocative score — but repainted pixel by pixel so that each carefully rendered world comes to life in high resolution. New visual details, animated brushstroke effects and revamped sounds add to the immersive experience. Explore the most extensive developer commentary ever put into a game, with over 15 hours of recorded insight and conversation from developer Jonathan Blow, artist David Hellman and more members of the "Braid" creative team. Navigate it by visiting a new in-game world, which also contains new puzzles and redesigns of classic puzzles.

Screenshots

Erg Dude 24 screens
Braid Anniversary Edition4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Erg Dude 2 at Free against Braid Anniversary Edition's $4.99. Erg Dude 2 also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). Braid Anniversary Edition's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Erg Dude 2 is free to download; Braid Anniversary Edition costs $4.99 up front. Erg Dude 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Braid Anniversary Edition asks for nothing beyond the download.

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Erg Dude 2 versus Braid Anniversary Edition: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterErg Dude 2Braid Anniversary Edition
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating—4.4 (11 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—11 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size199 MB2.1 GB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperPower Ten Development LLCThekla, inc.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Erg Dude 2

One-time1
  • Unlock Story Mode$2.99
None

Braid Anniversary Edition

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Erg Dude 2 free?
Erg Dude 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Braid Anniversary Edition free?
Braid Anniversary Edition costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Erg Dude 2 or Braid Anniversary Edition have ads?
Neither Erg Dude 2 nor Braid Anniversary Edition shows ads.

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