# Return to Pixhell vs Tearscape

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tearscape at 100% against Return to Pixhell's 14%. Tearscape also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and chart position (#157 vs unranked). Return to Pixhell's advantage is price (Free vs $9.99). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Return to Pixhell is free to download; Tearscape costs $9.99 up front. Return to Pixhell sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Tearscape asks for nothing beyond the download.

Return to Pixhell ships an update every 3 days, Tearscape every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on August 13, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Return to Pixhell | Tearscape |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $9.99 |
| Positive reviews | 14.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#157** |
| Size | 139 MB | 194 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Martin Lepic](https://appshunter.io/developer/1803687064) | [NERDS TAKE OVER](https://appshunter.io/developer/6795583446) |

## What reviewers say

### Return to Pixhell

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/return-to-pixhell/id6754703971)

Descend into a cursed world in this 2D roguelike action game. Survive endless hordes, defeat bosses, and manage your fear in a dark, oppressive atmosphere. Master strict movement mechanics and build powerful characters to climb the leaderboards.

**Highlights:** Strict 4-way movement combat, Explore Forest, Caves, and Hell, Fear system and light mechanics, Character selection (Mage, Reaper, Aura, Bard), Item collection and build creation, Leaderboards for competition

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full game unlock | $4.99 | one-time |


### Tearscape

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tearscape/id6795583444)

**Currently charting:** #157 Top Paid · Action, #179 Top Paid · Adventure (US App Store)

Embark on a 2D action-adventure in a gothic world, featuring fast-paced combat, exploration, and pixel art. Master precise fighting, unlock new abilities, and delve into challenging dungeons filled with secrets.

**Highlights:** Fast-paced combat, Exploration, Pixel art style, Unlockable abilities, Dungeon crawling, Boss fights, 2-Player Local Co-Op

**Features:** Game Controller support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Return to Pixhell free?

Return to Pixhell is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Tearscape free?

Tearscape costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Return to Pixhell or Tearscape have ads?

Neither Return to Pixhell nor Tearscape shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Return to Pixhell or Tearscape?

Return to Pixhell ships an update every 3 days, and Tearscape every 5 days. Most recently, Return to Pixhell was updated on August 13, 2026 and Tearscape on October 3, 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.*