Comparison

Planned Run vs Absolute Slice

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

Head to head
About

Planned Run

Features
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Planned Run is a side-view puzzle game where success depends on planning, not reflexes. Instead of controlling a character in real time, you record short action plans and watch them play out automatically. Each run lasts only a few seconds — but solving a level often takes multiple runs, careful timing, and smart positioning. Plan your movement. Replay your actions. Adjust your strategy and try again. Key Features - Plan-first gameplay: Record your actions, then let the game execute them. - Multi-step puzzle levels: Most challenges require several planned runs to complete. - Single-screen platform puzzles: Vertical movement, platforms, and timing matter. - Undo and retry freely: Refine your plan without pressure. - Clean, focused design: No distractions — just puzzles built around time and space. Planned Run is not about fast reactions. It’s about thinking ahead, learning from each replay, and finding the right sequence.

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Absolute Slice

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Take control of a glowing cursor and carve your way through the void! Absolute Slice is an original territory-claiming arcade game that challenges your precision, timing, and strategic thinking. GAMEPLAY Slide your cursor along the border of a mysterious void zone. When the moment is right, dash inward to draw a cutting line across enemy territory. Return safely to the border to claim the area you've enclosed — but watch out! Hostile orbs patrol the void and will destroy your cutting line on contact. Your goal: claim 80% of each level's territory to advance. Sounds simple? The deeper you go, the faster and more numerous the enemies become. FEATURES - 20 handcrafted levels with escalating difficulty - Unique procedural sound effects — no stock audio, every sound is synthesized in real-time - Smart enemy AI with distinct movement patterns - Combo system that rewards consecutive successful cuts - Interactive tutorial that teaches you the ropes step by step - 16 achievements across 5 categories to unlock - Detailed statistics tracking your slicing career - Haptic feedback for an immersive tactile experience - Clean, modern UI with a vibrant color palette - Zero ads, zero in-app purchases — the full experience from day one DESIGNED WITH CARE Every visual element in Absolute Slice is programmatically crafted — from the star-shaped cursor to the expressive enemy orbs with their animated faces. The deep purple aesthetic, smooth animations, and responsive controls create a polished experience that's easy to pick up but hard to put down. CHALLENGE YOURSELF Track your progress with detailed stats: total cuts made, territory claimed, biggest single slice, and more. Unlock achievements for mastering different aspects of the game — from landing your first cut to surviving without a scratch. Whether you have two minutes or two hours, Absolute Slice offers a satisfying blend of quick reflexes and thoughtful strategy.

Screenshots

Planned Run4 screens
Absolute Slice3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Absolute Slice at none against Planned Run's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Planned Run ships an update monthly, Absolute Slice every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 10, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Planned Run versus Absolute Slice: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlanned RunAbsolute Slice
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer长沙智慧工场网络科技有限公司Xiamen Mingsheng Media Technology Co., Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Planned Run

No in-app purchases

None

Absolute Slice

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Planned Run free?
Planned Run is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Absolute Slice free?
Absolute Slice is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Planned Run or Absolute Slice have ads?
Planned Run shows ads; Absolute Slice does not.
Which is updated more often, Planned Run or Absolute Slice?
Planned Run ships an update monthly, and Absolute Slice every 2 weeks. Most recently, Planned Run was updated on August 10, 2026 and Absolute Slice on September 17, 2026.

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