Dojo Slash vs Sparklite
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dojo Slash
Defend your dojo from invading ninjas in this action-packed pixel art game. Utilize a level-up system, various weapons, and challenging enemies with sophisticated AI to survive increasingly difficult levels. Experience smooth gameplay and an adrenaline-pumping soundtrack.
- Gorgeous pixel art
- 60 fps smooth gameplay
- Level up & skill point system
- 12 types of enemy with AI
- Roguelike features
- Many weapons for purchase
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Ninjas from an opposing clan have invaded your dojo. There is only one thing to do: defend it to death. Features: Gorgeous pixel art 60 fps smooth gameplay Juicy sound effects & adrenaline-pumping soundtrack Level up & skill point system Increasingly challenging levels 12 types of enemy with sophisticated AI Deadly boss fight Roguelike features Many weapons for purchase with in-game coins (not IAP) In App Purchase: Ad removal Features NOT included: Annoying requests for permission Push notifications Pay-to-win
Sparklite
Embark on a roguelite action-adventure in a vibrant, procedurally generated world. Battle foes with a variety of gadgets and weapons, explore diverse environments, and harness a unique resource to overcome challenges and save the land from a greedy baron. The game offers a free trial before unlocking the full experience.
- Procedurally generated world exploration
- Top-down action combat
- Gadget and weapon invention
- Titan boss battles
- World-building and NPC interaction
- Pixel art aesthetic and original soundtrack
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Try Sparklite for free up until the first Titan fight and unlock the full game for the whole adventure! Sparklite is an Action-Adventure roguelite set in a whimsical and ever-changing land. Gear up for Adventure and battle foes in top-down action using an arsenal of gadgets, guns, and gear. Explore dangerous corners of the procedurally generated world, take down titans of the mining industry, and harness the power Sparklite! Key Features • Explore the bright and colourful land of Geodia • Harness the Sparklite to fight monsters and titans • Befriend the locals and help build The Refuge • Invent your arsenal to solves puzzles, defeat enemies and become stronger • Save the environment from the greedy Baron • Enjoy intricate pixel art aesthetic and an original soundtrack by composer Dale North (Wizard of Legend) inspired by retro classics Carefully redesigned for mobile • Revamped interface • Game Center achievements • iCloud - Share your progress between iOS devices • Compatible with MFicontrollers If you experience any issue with Sparklite, please contact our customer support here: https://playdigious.helpshift.com/hc/en/8-sparklite/contact-us/. Please make sure to give us as much information as possible on your problem.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Dojo Slash at weekly against Sparklite's every 2 months. Dojo Slash also leads on review sentiment (99% vs 79%) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 13.1). Sparklite's advantage is ratings volume (597 vs 79). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Dojo Slash sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Sparklite sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Dojo Slash against 4.7 for Sparklite. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sparklite has 597 ratings behind it against 79, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 99% of Dojo Slash's written reviews are positive against 79% of Sparklite's.
Dojo Slash ships an update weekly, Sparklite every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dojo Slash | Sparklite |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (79 ratings) — better | 4.7 (597 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 98.7% of reviews — better | 79.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 79 | 597 — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 13.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 1.4 GB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Jin Man Kim | Playdigious |
Customer experience
Dojo Slash
Sparklite
User reviews
Dojo Slash
From 79 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Simple and direct gameplay
- 🎮 Addictive and fun
- ✨ Satisfying combat/slashing
- 💡 Innovative roguelike elements
- 🚀 Responsive controls
Room to improve
- 📉 Coins/currency quickly runs out
- 🎶 Cannot listen to own music
- ✋ Controls can obscure screen
- ⏳ Long grind for weapons
- ❓ Lack of updates/game feels dead
Sparklite
From 597 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Fun game with good story
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 💡 Interesting mechanics
- 👍 Charming pixel art
- 👍 Engaging story and characters
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔧 Controls can be finicky or unresponsive
- 🔧 Difficulty spikes in certain areas
- 🔧 Limited customization options
- 🔧 Short overall length
Bugs and requests
Dojo Slash
Reported bugs
4 issues- High scores not reflecting
- Character not visible after ad
- Intro screen overflow bug
- Game music turns off background music
Requested features
7 requests- Another game in the series
- Co-op mode
- Joystick control option
- More varied items
- Story mode
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- Keep upgrades/levels between sessions
- More content updates
Sparklite
Reported bugs
4 issues- Inability to progress past certain points
- Inconsistent controller support
- Graphical glitches in certain areas
- Save data loss or corruption
Requested features
5 requests- Add support for more languages
- Improve button/control customization
- Expand endgame content and replayability
- Optimize performance on older devices
- Add cloud save support
In-app purchases
Dojo Slash
- Remove Ads$0.99
Sparklite
- Unlock Full Game$6.99









