Comparison

Medieval Baghdad vs Factitious

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

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About

Medieval Baghdad

Explore the vibrant city of Baghdad during its Golden Age in this educational adventure. Investigate historical sites, gather intel, and uncover hidden treasures through interactive gameplay. Access encyclopedic entries with 3D models and augmented reality features.

Highlights
  • Explore historical Baghdad
  • Narrative-driven missions
  • Gather and study intel
  • Access historical Codex entries
  • Manipulate 3D images
  • Augmented Reality functionality
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Step into the heart of the Islamic Golden Age in Discovery Tour App: Medieval Baghdad, an educational adventure that invites players to explore the legendary city at the height of its cultural and scientific brilliance. Using the rich world of Assassin’s Creed Mirage, this standalone experience blends historical discovery with interactive gameplay as you explore Baghdad in the 9th century—from its bustling markets to the soaring architecture of the Round City. The app has 2 modes, and is free to install and free to use. Explore Baghdad : embark on a gamified, narrative-driven journey that takes approximately 2 hours to complete. Each mission tasks you with investigating historical locations, gathering and studying intel, and using this acquired knowledge to carry out missions for the Hidden Ones and reveal the path to the hidden treasure. Access Codex: consult carefully selected encyclopedic entries on the history, art, and culture of medieval Baghdad and the Abbasid Caliphate. Benefit from additional historical information and interact with this content by manipulating 3D images and using the Augmented Reality functionality for some entries. Crafted in collaboration with historians and cultural experts, Discovery Tour: Medieval Baghdad delivers an educational experience that’s deeply engaging and fully interactive. With intuitive controls, multi-language support, and a focus on meaningful discovery, it offers a unique way to learn through play—anchored in one of history’s most remarkable cities.

About

Factitious

This game challenges you to distinguish between real and fake news articles by swiping left or right. It offers fresh content, global leaderboards, and tools for educators to improve media literacy skills.

Highlights
  • Swipe to identify real or fake news
  • Hundreds of new articles
  • Global leaderboards
  • Classroom features for educators
  • Intuitive UI for fast swiping
  • Source evaluation tools
Features
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In an era of deepfakes, AI-generated headlines, and viral rumors, telling the truth from the "truthy" is harder than ever. Enter Factitious, the critically acclaimed news literacy game, now fully reimagined for 2026. Based on the highly lauded academic tool first launched in 2017, Factitious turns media literacy into a fast-paced, addictive challenge. Whether you’re a news junkie or a casual scroller, this is the sharpest tool in your digital shed. How to Play The mechanics are simple, but the truth is often complicated: 1) Read the Article as quickly as you can: A real-world news snippet appears on your screen. 2) Swipe to Decide: Think it’s a credible story? Swipe Right. Suspect it’s fake news? Swipe Left. The faster you decide, the more points you earn. 3) Check Your Sources: Feeling stuck? Tap to reveal the source. Learning to evaluate where news comes from is your superpower. What’s New for 2026? We’ve taken the original academic powerhouse and given it a total mobile makeover: -Fresh 2026 Content: Hundreds of brand-new articles covering everything from global politics to tech breakthroughs and pop culture. -Global Leaderboards: See how your fake news detector stacks up against players worldwide. Can you claim the title of the world's most informed reader? -Instruction-Friendly Tools: Built with educators in mind! New classroom features allow teachers to track progress and use the game as a springboard for media literacy discussions. -Sleek, Intuitive UI: The classic "Tinder-style" interface you love, optimized for the fastest swiping experience yet. Why Factitious? Information is power, but only if it’s accurate. Factitious isn't just a game, it's a workout for your brain. Developed by experts to build real-world skills, it helps you spot bias, identify clickbait, and navigate the digital landscape with confidence. Ready to see if you’ve got the facts straight? Download Factitious today and join the fight for the truth—one swipe at a time. "The most fun you’ll ever have while learning not to believe everything you read."

Screenshots

Medieval Baghdad4 screens
Factitious4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Factitious at 5.0 against Medieval Baghdad's 4.2. Medieval Baghdad's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (13 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Factitious holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Medieval Baghdad has 13 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Medieval Baghdad ships an update every 9 days, Factitious every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Medieval Baghdad versus Factitious: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMedieval BaghdadFactitious
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (13 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings13 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size974 MB42 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperUbisoft LimitedCritical Gameplay

In-app purchases

None

Medieval Baghdad

No in-app purchases

None

Factitious

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Medieval Baghdad free?
Medieval Baghdad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Factitious free?
Factitious is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Medieval Baghdad or Factitious?
Factitious is rated higher. Medieval Baghdad averages 4.2 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Factitious averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Medieval Baghdad or Factitious have ads?
Neither Medieval Baghdad nor Factitious shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Medieval Baghdad or Factitious?
Medieval Baghdad ships an update every 9 days, and Factitious every 5 weeks. Most recently, Medieval Baghdad was updated on October 24, 2026 and Factitious on October 24, 2026.

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