Ropeman vs Basketball Run
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ropeman
Test your reflexes and precision in this retro pixel-style climbing game. Navigate obstacles in two challenging modes, level up as you score, and compete for the highest rank on the leaderboard.
- Two game modes: Slide and Tap
- Level progression system
- Retro pixel art style
- Leaderboard support
- Social sharing of scores
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Get ready to climb higher than ever in Ropeman, a retro pixel–style adventure designed to test your reflexes and precision! In Slide Mode, the challenge is endless. Your character begins climbing the rope, and every 10 points you earn means leveling up. But beware that the knots on the rope are your biggest obstacle. Avoid them carefully to keep climbing! In Tap Mode, the difficulty rises. Keep the bar filled while climbing, and level up every 20 points scored. At the same time, watch out for those knots that can end your journey at any second. Don’t be fooled; this isn’t an easy game! Both modes push you to your limits with progressive levels that keep the excitement alive. Features - Two Game Modes: Endless climbing in Slide Mode & bar–control challenge in Tap Mode. - Level Progression: Every 10 or 20 points unlocks the next stage of difficulty. - Retro Pixel Style: A nostalgic yet modern look for casual gameplay. - Leaderboard Support: Share your high scores with the world on Game Center. - Social Sharing: Instantly post your Game Over screenshot to your favorite platform. Can you reach the highest point on the rope and become the true Ropeman? Start climbing now and see how far your skills take you!
Basketball Run
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Street basketball is tough but you’re tougher! Collect as many balls as you can, while avoiding bumping into rival players. Every ball counts - you’ll need them in order to shoot to the basket and reach the finish line. This is a fun and simple game that brings the joy of a basketball game to everyone.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Ropeman at fortnightly against Basketball Run's every 24 months. On price, ads, 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.
Ropeman ships an update fortnightly, Basketball Run every 24 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and March 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Ropeman | Basketball Run |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 24 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 107 MB | 190 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ebubekir Yanik | Upopa Entertainment Ltd |
In-app purchases
Ropeman
No in-app purchases
Basketball Run
No in-app purchases






