# Shattered Dimension vs Alchemy for Beginners

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Shattered Dimension at 81% against Alchemy for Beginners's 62%. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Shattered Dimension sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Alchemy for Beginners sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Shattered Dimension | Alchemy for Beginners |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (73 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shattered-dimension/id6743739470/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **73** | — |
| Positive reviews | **80.8% of reviews** | 62.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 456 MB | 569 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [COTTONGAME Network Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/981521029) | [Prince Arora](https://appshunter.io/developer/6791256597) |

## What reviewers say

### Shattered Dimension

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shattered-dimension/id6743739470)

Explore a mysterious border world as an investigator solving intricate puzzles in various locations. Unravel a complex storyline, collect items, and interact with characters to uncover hidden secrets and escape a labyrinthine plot.

**Highlights:** Overhead perspective gameplay, Intricate puzzle design, Storyline unraveling, Item acquisition and usage, Character interaction, Environmental engagement

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ordinary Love | $0.99 | one-time |
| Taxi Driver | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Nightmare Forest Chapters | $0.99 | one-time |
| Outer Space Project | $0.99 | one-time |
| Nightmare Forest + Ordinary Love | $1.89 | one-time |
| Forest + Taxi Driver | $1.89 | one-time |
| Outer Space Project + Taxi Driver | $1.89 | one-time |
| Nightmare Forest+Love+Plan Espace | $2.79 | one-time |
| Love+Outer Space+Taxi Driver | $2.79 | one-time |
| Unlock All Chapters | $3.69 | one-time |


### Alchemy for Beginners

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alchemy-for-beginners/id6791256595)

Combine basic elements to discover over 200 unique ingredients, mythical creatures, and cosmic anomalies in this merge-and-discover puzzle game. Master skills, complete quests, and unlock legendary titles. Enjoy beautiful art and sound design.

**Highlights:** 200+ unique elements to discover, Addictive merge-and-discover gameplay, Local and global challenges, Powerful skill upgrades, Detailed alchemy data book, Quests and mastery challenges, Beautiful art and effects

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Game | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Shattered Dimension free?

Shattered Dimension is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Alchemy for Beginners free?

Alchemy for Beginners is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Shattered Dimension or Alchemy for Beginners have ads?

Neither Shattered Dimension nor Alchemy for Beginners shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Shattered Dimension or Alchemy for Beginners?

Shattered Dimension ships an update weekly, and Alchemy for Beginners weekly. Most recently, Shattered Dimension was updated on November 6, 2026 and Alchemy for Beginners on November 6, 2026.

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