RetroBoy vs Samurai
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RetroBoy
A retro action platformer where a single tap shifts the game between modern HD and 8-bit pixel art. This mechanic alters visuals, music, physics, and gameplay, revealing hidden paths and power-ups. Master both realities to uncover the game's secrets.
- World-flipping mechanic (HD/8-bit)
- 6 handcrafted levels
- 5 boss battles
- Hidden rooms and collectibles
- 3 unlockable weapons
- 28 player upgrades
- Multiple difficulty modes
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Put on the shades. See the truth. RetroBoy is a handcrafted retro action platformer where a single tap flips the entire world between modern HD and raw 8-bit reality — changing the art, music, physics, abilities, and even the paths you can take. Nemo's world is a lie. His shades reveal the 8-bit code hidden underneath — and inside the code, he becomes more powerful. Run faster, jump higher, double-jump, and ride walls. But Nemo can only stay in the 8-bit world while his energy lasts. When the bar empties, reality snaps back to HD. Grab energy pickups to recharge, then switch at exactly the right moment — platforms, doors, enemies, and entire secret rooms can exist in one reality but not the other. Master both worlds to uncover the truth. FEATURES • Two realities, one tap — transform every level between modern HD visuals with full 3D character models and chunky 8-bit pixel art • 6 handcrafted levels — explore server rooms, neon rooftops, a towering corporate HQ, the corrupted Glitch Zone, the Architect's core, and a final trip to the other side • 5 boss battles and a boss-rush finale — with skippable intro cinematics • Secrets everywhere — 12 hidden rooms behind mode-exclusive doors, 27 data fragments, and 12 elusive pigeons • 3 weapons to master — fists, an energy blaster, and a laser sword • 28 upgrades earned through play — spend the chips you collect on new powers, all the way up to the Mech Suit • Built for replayability — 18 stars to earn, Normal / Hard / Brutal difficulty, and New Game+ prestige runs • A synchronized dual soundtrack — every track has an HD and a chiptune version that swap seamlessly with the world MADE FOR MOBILE • 3 touch layouts — reposition and resize every button to suit your style • Full game-controller support — touch controls tuck away automatically • Play the whole game offline — ideal for flights and commutes • Colorblind modes, haptic feedback, adjustable text size and screen shake • No ads, no in-app purchases, no account required The truth is waiting. Put on the shades.
Samurai
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Two Distinct Warriors in One Epic Journey Don't limit yourself to just one hero! Take control of two unique characters throughout your adventure, each with distinct fighting styles and skills. Tactically switch between these two warriors to overcome tricky platforming obstacles, defeat diverse enemy types, and instantly turn the tide of battle. Fluid Hack-and-Slash Combat Master the way of the samurai and ninja blade with tight controls, satisfying sword clashes, screen-shake impacts, and responsive dash-dodge mechanics. Deep RPG Stats & Upgrades Grow stronger with every defeated foe! Use collected loot to upgrade health, attack power, critical hit rates, and special skills to build your ultimate warrior. Dynamic Dual-Character Gameplay Discover the unique strengths and weaknesses of both heroes, deploying the right warrior at the exact right moment to conquer complex challenges. Epic Boss Fights Explore a vast pixel world guarded by massive, challenging bosses that require smart tactics, pattern recognition, and quick reflexes to defeat. Nostalgic Pixel Art & Dark Atmosphere Relive the 90s retro arcade spirit with a dark Japanese theme, handcrafted sprite animations, and a rich visual style. Highly Optimized & Battery-Friendly Enjoy smooth, lag-free gameplay with a lightweight file size that won't drain your battery or fill up your storage. Listen to the call of your blade. Are you ready to clear the darkness? Download Samurai Bloodbound now and write your legend in blood!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: RetroBoy at none against Samurai's shown. Samurai's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | RetroBoy | Samurai |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 750 MB | 380 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Peter Hodges | MERYEM NEHIR DURSUN |
In-app purchases
RetroBoy
No in-app purchases
Samurai
No in-app purchases









