# Pixel Mage vs Evil Sword

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pixel Mage at 87% against Evil Sword's 40%. Pixel Mage also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (89 vs 1). Evil Sword's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pixel Mage sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Evil Sword sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pixel Mage holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pixel Mage has 89 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Pixel Mage's written reviews are positive against 40% of Evil Sword's.

Pixel Mage ships an update fortnightly, Evil Sword every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pixel Mage | Evil Sword |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (89 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-mage-idle-rpg/id6741889270/reviews)** | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/evil-sword/id6755954363/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **89** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **86.7% of reviews** | 40.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 397 MB | 404 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [YONGJIN JO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1796092577) | [Act Seven Entertainment Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/500113660) |

## What reviewers say

### Pixel Mage

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-mage-idle-rpg/id6741889270)

Engage in immersive battles with charming pixel art characters and dynamic action. Connect skill blocks for strategic combat and unlock new abilities and costumes through a free advancement system. Ascend a tower for rewards and defeat powerful bosses.

**Highlights:** Dot graphic action, Skill chain system, Job change system, Magic Tower progression, Boss battles, Character customization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small amount of Red Gems | $0.89 | one-time |
| Red Gem Pouch | $6.99 | one-time |
| Red Gem Chest (S) | $25.99 | one-time |
| Red Gem Chest (M) | $46.99 | one-time |
| Red Gem Chest (L) | $85.99 | one-time |


### Evil Sword

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/evil-sword/id6755954363)

Embark on an idle RPG adventure where you wield a dark, powerful sword. Sacrifice earned items to summon gear, forge soul contracts for legendary abilities, and unleash devastating ultimate skills. Enjoy endless growth and auto-battles even when offline.

**Highlights:** Summon powerful gear via sacrifices, Forge soul contracts for legendary abilities, Unleash overwhelming ultimate skills, Auto battle and endless growth, No ads, premium idle RPG experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Daily Blood Stone Package | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pouch of Super Spirit Ball | $3.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Limited Key Package 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Spirit Ball | $9.99 | one-time |
| Super Premium Pass | $29.99 | one-time |
| Soul Ticket Pass (28 Days) | $29.99 | one-time |
| Limited Key Package 2 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Holy Priest Package | $29.99 | one-time |
| Bucket of Spirit Ball | $29.99 | one-time |
| Limited Key Package 3 | $99.99 | one-time |
| Box of Spirit Ball | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pixel Mage free?

Pixel Mage is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Evil Sword free?

Evil Sword is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pixel Mage or Evil Sword?

Pixel Mage is rated higher. Pixel Mage averages 4.7 out of 5 from 89 ratings, while Evil Sword averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Pixel Mage or Evil Sword have ads?

Pixel Mage shows ads; Evil Sword does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pixel Mage or Evil Sword?

Pixel Mage ships an update fortnightly, and Evil Sword every 2 months. Most recently, Pixel Mage was updated on October 28, 2026 and Evil Sword on October 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*