Comparison

Pixel Heroes vs Celestwald 2

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Pixel Heroes

Embark on a thrilling RPG/Roguelike adventure in a randomized world filled with unique heroes, procedurally generated loot, and challenging dungeons. Make critical choices, face epic boss fights, and experience permadeath in this replayable quest to save a township from an ancient cult.

Highlights
  • 30 unique hero classes
  • Procedurally generated loot
  • 13 mystic dungeons
  • 3 unlockable campaigns
  • Permadeath
  • Detailed hero graveyard
  • Crazy NPCs with storylines
  • Tons of random events
Features
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„Listen! The end is nigh!! Hear my words and prepare! An ancient cult has set foot in our lands! They call themselves -The Sons of Dawn- and pray to some dark elder god. They have started recruiting people for their cause all over the country. I fear that they want to try to awaken something which should be left sleeping. Something dangerous and sinister! Something that might destroy us all. Spend your last of days wisely...“ Enter the world of PIXEL HEROES and prepare yourself for a thrilling RPG/Roguelike experience like you have never seen before! Explore a randomized world full of hilarious events, deadly dungeons and the weirdest NPCs you will ever meet in a game! Choose three heroes for your party and take them on a journey that will be completely different each time you start a new game. Bath in a pool of procedurally generated loot and defeat the evil forces that threaten the township of Pixton! Features: - 30 unique hero classes to unlock, each with individual skills and attributes. - More procedurally generated axes, spears, maces, swords, shields, bows, crossbows, spells and prayers than a lama has hair on its body. - 13 mystic and beautifully cruel dungeons to explore. With epic bossfights waiting! - 3 campaigns to unlock, each with its own final dungeon and boss. - Permadeath! You know you want it. - A detailed graveyard where you can mourn your dead heroes, compare their statistics and see which of their choices led to their tragic death. - Completely crazy NPCs, each one of them with a significant storyline that you can follow to unlock cool stuff! - Tons of random events that you will encounter on your way, expecting you to make important choices. Will you yell at the cat like a crazy idiot? - Many achievements and unlockables, try to get them all and become the most badass Pixel Heroes player in the world!

About

Celestwald 2

Embark on a magical journey as a budding alchemist in this 2D point-and-click adventure. Spread enchanted seeds, solve intriguing puzzles, and explore a vibrant world with unique creatures and companions. Customize your hero and enjoy offline play.

Highlights
  • Exquisite hand-drawn graphics
  • Captivating story with twists
  • Intriguing puzzles
  • Adorable magical companion
  • Customization options
  • Offline play
Features
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Celestwald 2 is a 2D point-and-click adventure game that will take you on a magical journey through a vibrant and enchanted world. Embark on a spellbinding adventure in the enchanting sequel to the beloved point-and-click adventure game, Celestwald. Step into the role of a budding alchemist tasked with a noble mission: to spread the enchantment of the Celestwald tree's magical seeds across the world. Embark on an interactive odyssey, traversing vibrant landscapes, encountering whimsical creatures, and unraveling hidden secrets that lie within the heart of Celestwald. Key Features: - Exquisite hand-drawn graphics that bring the enchanting world of Celestwald to life - A captivating story full of twists and turns that will keep you hooked until the very end - Intriguing puzzles that will test your wit and ingenuity - An adorable magical companion, Minimiel, who will accompany you on your journey - A helpful guide, Babaorom, who will offer assistance when you need it most - Customization options to make your adventure unique, including choosing your own hero and companion, and customizing your appearance and abilities - Offline play for on-the-go adventures, allowing you to enjoy the game at your own pace, even without an internet connection Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Celestwald: - Explore a land of wonder and magic, where lush forests, towering mountains, and ancient ruins await your discovery - Unravel the mysteries that lie hidden within Celestwald's depths and uncover secrets long forgotten - Encounter a cast of fascinating creatures, each with their own unique story to tell Walkthrough Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJTpL2XGpSLUnN1VX6kQBkO8JcUXtMMZL Download Celestwald 2 today and embark on a magical journey you'll never forget!

Screenshots

Pixel Heroes4 screens
Celestwald 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Pixel Heroes at 4.4 against Celestwald 2's 3.7. Pixel Heroes also leads on review sentiment (66% vs 50%) and chart position (#197 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Pixel Heroes costs $0.99 and Celestwald 2 $2.49 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pixel Heroes holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pixel Heroes has 27 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Pixel Heroes's written reviews are positive against 50% of Celestwald 2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pixel Heroes ships an update every 6 months, Celestwald 2 every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Pixel Heroes versus Celestwald 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPixel HeroesCelestwald 2
Price$0.99 — better$2.49
Rating4.4 (27 ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews65.6% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings27 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 6 months — betterEvery 13 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
Best chart rank#197 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size246 MB150 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperHeadup GmbHAnne Murielle Larger

Customer experience

Pixel Heroes

All ratings27 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews90 reviews
Positive65.6%
Neutral14.4%
Negative20.0%

Celestwald 2

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Pixel Heroes

No in-app purchases

None

Celestwald 2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pixel Heroes free?
Pixel Heroes costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Celestwald 2 free?
Celestwald 2 costs $2.49, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Pixel Heroes or Celestwald 2?
Pixel Heroes is rated higher. Pixel Heroes averages 4.4 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while Celestwald 2 averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Pixel Heroes or Celestwald 2 have ads?
Neither Pixel Heroes nor Celestwald 2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pixel Heroes or Celestwald 2?
Pixel Heroes ships an update every 6 months, and Celestwald 2 every 13 months. Most recently, Pixel Heroes was updated on October 22, 2026 and Celestwald 2 on October 23, 2026.

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