# The Grid Platformer vs Shadow Trick

The clearest difference is rating: The Grid Platformer at 4.8 against Shadow Trick's 4.0. The Grid Platformer also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 70%). Shadow Trick's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (32 vs 5). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Grid Platformer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Shadow Trick sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

The Grid Platformer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shadow Trick has 32 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of The Grid Platformer's written reviews are positive against 70% of Shadow Trick's.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Grid Platformer | Shadow Trick |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-grid-platformer/id962424252/reviews)** | [4.0 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-trick/id6479749281/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **32** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 70.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 18 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Brandon Stecklein](https://appshunter.io/developer/498894252) | [Gionathan Pesaresi](https://appshunter.io/developer/774933633) |

## What reviewers say

### The Grid Platformer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-grid-platformer/id962424252)

Embark on a retro-style 2D side-scrolling adventure as a transformed automotronic man. Run, jump, and smash through 12 action-packed levels to escape a strange digital world. Experience fast-paced gameplay with amazing retro graphics.

**Highlights:** 2D side-scrolling adventure, Retro graphics, 12 action-packed levels, Run, jump, and smash mechanics, Fast-paced gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Advertising Removal | $1.99 | one-time |


### Shadow Trick

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-trick/id6479749281)

Transform into a shadow to navigate a castle filled with challenges. Solve puzzles, overcome enemies, and defeat bosses in this unique platformer. Master your shadow form to progress through over 20 levels.

**Highlights:** Shadow transformation gameplay, Castle-themed levels, Enemy encounters, Boss battles, 20+ challenging levels, Charming music

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Unique shadow transformation mechanic
- 👍 Visually charming 16-bit aesthetic
- 🚀 Clever puzzle platforming challenges
- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Control issues with the controller getting stuck
- 🐛 Bugs in specific levels causing screen shaking
- 🐛 Bugs with boss battles not triggering rewards
- 🐛 Lag spikes on iOS


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Grid Platformer free?

The Grid Platformer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Shadow Trick free?

Shadow Trick is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, The Grid Platformer or Shadow Trick?

The Grid Platformer is rated higher. The Grid Platformer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Shadow Trick averages 4.0 from 32 ratings.

### Do The Grid Platformer or Shadow Trick have ads?

The Grid Platformer shows ads; Shadow Trick 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.*