# Backwords Game vs Press under stress

The clearest difference is rating: Backwords Game at 5.0 against Press under stress's 2.0. Backwords Game also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (28% vs 14%). Press under stress's advantage is ratings volume (200 vs 1) and update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Press under stress sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Backwords Game asks for nothing beyond the download.

Backwords Game holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Press under stress has 200 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of Backwords Game's written reviews are positive against 14% of Press under stress's.

Backwords Game ships an update monthly, Press under stress every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Backwords Game | Press under stress |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backwords-game/id689283221/reviews)** | [2.0 (200 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/press-under-stress/id6760447851/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **200** |
| Positive reviews | **27.9% of reviews** | 14.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 13 MB | 188 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MFX Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/344206779) | [Thuy On](https://appshunter.io/developer/1884514139) |

## What reviewers say

### Backwords Game

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backwords-game/id689283221)

Guess words by listening to them played in reverse. Send reversed recordings to friends to test their listening and guessing skills. It's a fun way to challenge your auditory perception and quick thinking.

**Highlights:** Guess words played in reverse, Send reversed recordings to friends, Test listening and guessing skills, Play with distant friends via Game Center, Local play by passing the device

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 😄 Fun and entertaining concept
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for playing with friends and family
- 🎮 Hilarious backwards audio playback
- 🎯 Original and innovative game idea
- 👍 Easy to use interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently on launch
- 🎤 Voice recognition fails consistently
- 🔊 Audio playback issues - can't hear recordings
- 💸 Requires paid version for multiple games
- 🌐 Multiplayer/online functionality broken

**Reported bugs**

- App closes immediately upon opening
- Voice recognition doesn't detect words
- Audio playback completely silent
- Multiplayer matches won't create or progress
- Game crashes when inviting friends without app installed

**Requested features**

- Online multiplayer with distant friends
- Text or messenger integration for remote play
- Ability to replay your own recording after guessing
- Better voice recognition accuracy
- Free unlimited games without paywall


### Press under stress

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/press-under-stress/id6760447851)

A fast-paced brain puzzle game requiring quick decisions and precise taps based on changing instructions. It challenges focus, memory, and timing with increasing difficulty and strict time limits.

**Highlights:** Tricky tap rules, Instant decision making, Focus and memory challenges, Timing and self-control tests, Constantly changing rules, Increasing pressure and difficulty

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Backwords Game free?

Backwords Game is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Press under stress free?

Press under stress is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Backwords Game or Press under stress?

Backwords Game is rated higher. Backwords Game averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Press under stress averages 2.0 from 200 ratings.

### Do Backwords Game or Press under stress have ads?

Both Backwords Game and Press under stress show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Backwords Game or Press under stress?

Backwords Game ships an update monthly, and Press under stress every 10 days. Most recently, Backwords Game was updated on October 29, 2026 and Press under stress on October 31, 2026.

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