Comparison

RPGPlayer vs Countdown

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

Head to head
About

RPGPlayer

Transform your iOS device into a portable RPG console. Play games created with RPG Maker XP, VX, MV, and MZ with optimized performance and console-quality features. Organize your library, use controllers, and enjoy offline play.

Highlights
  • Universal RPG Maker compatibility (XP, VX, MV, MZ)
  • Optimized MKXP-Z and Web wrapper engines
  • Smart library with cover art and search
  • Bluetooth controller and on-screen gamepad support
  • Enhanced audio engine
  • Robust save management with auto-backup
  • Offline play
Features
Currently charting
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Turn your iOS device into the ultimate portable console for RPG Maker games! RPG Player allows you to import and play your favorite RPG Maker titles on the go with optimized performance and console-quality features. Universal Compatibility • Wide Support: Fully compatible with games created in RPG Maker XP, VX, VX Ace, MV, and MZ. • Dual Engine Core: Utilizes the highly optimized MKXP-Z engine for classic titles and a custom high-performance Web wrapper for modern MV/MZ games. Smart Library & Organization • Your Personal Collection: Easily import games via ZIP or RAR archives directly from the Files app. • Smart Organization: Automatically organizes your library with grid views and cover art. • Search & Filter: Instantly find your next adventure with powerful search tools and category filters. • Home Screen Widgets: Jump right back into your recently played games with beautiful, functional widgets. Console-Quality Experience • Controller Support: Play seamlessly with Bluetooth controllers (Xbox, PS5, MFi) or use the fully customizable visual gamepad. • Pro Audio: Enhanced audio engine ensures glitch-free music and sound effects. • Quick Settings: Access game settings, save/load menus, and more with a draggable in-game toolbar. Advanced Tools • Save Management: robust save system with Auto-Backup protection. Transfer saves between devices easily. • Storage Manager: Keep track of your utilized space and manage large game files effortlessly. • Offline Play: No internet required—your games are yours to play anywhere, anytime. Rediscover the classics or play the latest indie gems. Download RPG Player today!

About

Countdown

Features
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Track what you have left, not the days until a date. Countdown is a tally counter built for stock, punch cards, medication, and anything you count down and refill. Save any number of counters, watch how fast you use them, and get a heads-up before you run out. WHAT'S NEW IN V2 Save multiple counters Keep track of eye drops, pills, punch cards, laundry detergent refills, and more — all saved and ready the moment you open the app. Predict your run-out date Countdown looks at your recent usage pace and estimates how many days until each counter hits zero, so you can restock before it's too late. Low-stock notifications Set a threshold for any counter and get notified the moment it drops below — no more discovering an empty bottle at the worst time. Home Screen widget Add a widget to your Home Screen to see remaining counts at a glance, without opening the app. Simple by design Tap the ring or the big "-1" button to count down. Tap "+1" when you restock. That's it. Perfect for: - Inventory and supply tracking - Punch cards and ticket books - Medication and eye drop counts - Habit and goal tallies No ads. No data collection. One-time purchase. Download Countdown today and always know what's running low.

Screenshots

RPGPlayer4 screens
Countdown4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: RPGPlayer at weekly against Countdown's every 5 months. RPGPlayer also leads on chart position (#41 vs unranked). Countdown's advantage is price ($1.99 vs $6.99). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

RPGPlayer costs $6.99 and Countdown $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RPGPlayer ships an update weekly, Countdown every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
RPGPlayer versus Countdown: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRPGPlayerCountdown
Price$6.99$1.99 — better
Rating3.3 (94 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews58.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings94 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#41 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEmir Han TemurNetflowers Inc.

In-app purchases

None

RPGPlayer

No in-app purchases

None

Countdown

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RPGPlayer free?
RPGPlayer costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Countdown free?
Countdown costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do RPGPlayer or Countdown have ads?
Neither RPGPlayer nor Countdown shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RPGPlayer or Countdown?
RPGPlayer ships an update weekly, and Countdown every 5 months. Most recently, RPGPlayer was updated on October 31, 2026 and Countdown on October 30, 2026.

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