# Samurai DNA vs Shadow Samurai 2

The clearest difference is rating: Samurai DNA at 4.0 against Shadow Samurai 2's 2.9. Samurai DNA also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 25%). Shadow Samurai 2's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Samurai DNA holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shadow Samurai 2 has 15 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Samurai DNA's written reviews are positive against 25% of Shadow Samurai 2's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Samurai DNA | Shadow Samurai 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samurai-dna/id690376702/reviews)** | [2.9 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-samurai-2-fighting/id1181335726/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **15** |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | — |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 24 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **5.1.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [ERX](https://appshunter.io/developer/513941286) | [melanie thomas](https://appshunter.io/developer/775584887) |

## What reviewers say

### Samurai DNA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samurai-dna/id690376702)

Experience the legend of ultra-realistic samurai combat. Step into the role of a ghost-like warrior and engage in intense battles.

**Highlights:** Ultra-realistic graphics, Samurai combat gameplay, Ghost-like warrior character, Legendary fighting experience

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Shadow Samurai 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-samurai-2-fighting/id1181335726)

Engage in a samurai fighting adventure using a bow and sword against waves of ninjas. Master samurai skills and a sharp blade to defeat enemies and powerful bosses at the end of each level. Control your samurai with finger gestures for quick and effective combat.

**Highlights:** Samurai fighting adventure, Bow and sword combat, Ninja enemy waves, Boss battles, Finger gesture controls, Slice enemies

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Samurai DNA free?

Samurai DNA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Shadow Samurai 2 free?

Shadow Samurai 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Samurai DNA or Shadow Samurai 2?

Samurai DNA is rated higher. Samurai DNA averages 4.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Shadow Samurai 2 averages 2.9 from 15 ratings.

### Do Samurai DNA or Shadow Samurai 2 have ads?

Samurai DNA shows ads; Shadow Samurai 2 does not.

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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.*