# Micro Battles 2 vs 12 orbits

The clearest difference is rating: 12 orbits at 4.7 against Micro Battles 2's 4.2. 12 orbits also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 24 months) and review sentiment (91% vs 77%). Micro Battles 2's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 12.0). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Micro Battles 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and 12 orbits sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

12 orbits holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 61 and 41 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Micro Battles 2's written reviews are positive against 91% of 12 orbits's.

Micro Battles 2 ships an update every 24 months, 12 orbits every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 4, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Micro Battles 2 | 12 orbits |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/micro-battles-2/id942435883/reviews) | **[4.7 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/12-orbits/id1125725627/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **61** | 41 |
| Positive reviews | 76.9% of reviews | **90.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 24 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 112 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Donut Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/310068844) | [Roman Uhlig](https://appshunter.io/developer/1122438493) |

## What reviewers say

### Micro Battles 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/micro-battles-2/id942435883)

Engage in quick, head-to-head mini-games with friends on a single device. Inspired by classic 8-bit games, daily challenges keep the fun fresh. An optional upgrade unlocks all mini-games.

**Highlights:** Head-to-head mini-games, Classic 8-bit inspired gameplay, Single-device multiplayer, Daily changing battles, Ad-free experience, Optional premium upgrade

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun mini-games
- 👍 Great for playing with friends
- 👍 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Free to play (initially)
- 👍 No ads (for some users)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for more games
- 💰 Expensive to unlock all content
- 💰 Feels like a money grab
- 🐛 Repetitive game selection
- 🐛 Poor controls (Tanks)

**Reported bugs**

- Daily game not refreshing
- Payment issues (money deducted, content not unlocked)
- Controls for tank game are bad
- Can't shoot in tank game

**Requested features**

- Single player mode
- More mini-games
- Micro Battles 3 or 4
- Unlock all games for a single price
- Add Bluetooth/WiFi multiplayer


### 12 orbits

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/12-orbits/id1125725627)

This app offers a unique local multiplayer experience for 2 to 12 players on a single device. It features four distinct game modes, simple controls, and adjustable difficulty for any group size. Enjoy competitive or team-based play with quick setup and easy learning curves.

**Highlights:** Local multiplayer for 2-12 players, Four distinct game modes, Single-screen gameplay, Simple one-button controls, Adjusts to any player count, Quick setup

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| “Remove all ads from 12 orbits, forever” | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Micro Battles 2 free?

Micro Battles 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is 12 orbits free?

12 orbits is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Micro Battles 2 or 12 orbits?

12 orbits is rated higher. Micro Battles 2 averages 4.2 out of 5 from 61 ratings, while 12 orbits averages 4.7 from 41 ratings.

### Do Micro Battles 2 or 12 orbits have ads?

12 orbits shows ads; Micro Battles 2 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Micro Battles 2 or 12 orbits?

Micro Battles 2 ships an update every 24 months, and 12 orbits every 5 weeks. Most recently, Micro Battles 2 was updated on October 4, 2026 and 12 orbits on October 4, 2026.

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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.*