Comparison

The Grid Platformer vs 80s Overrun

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

Head to head
About

The Grid Platformer

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
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The Grid is an amazing action packed 2D side-scrolling adventure game from Ape Apps. It combines retro platformer action with amazing retro graphics for a fast paced gaming experience that is out of this dimension! After a long days work in his lab, an unsuspecting computer scientist falls to sleep at his keyboard. He wakes up to find himself transformed into a glowing automotronic man trapped in a strange world known as The Grid. He must now run, jump, and smash his way through 12 action packed levels as he tries to escape from The Grid. **Special Credit** The music for The Grid came from Kevin MacLeod at incompetech. Search for him online, he's got some awesome tracks!

About

80s Overrun

Embark on a platformer adventure with a vibrant 80s aesthetic. Conquer over 160 levels, defeat challenging bosses, and customize your character with unique outfits and abilities. Craft powerful items to gain an edge in this nostalgic gaming experience.

Highlights
  • Over 160 meticulously designed levels
  • More than 100 challenging achievements
  • Five formidable boss fights
  • Character outfit customization
  • Back items with special abilities
  • In-game crafting system for rare artifacts
Features
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Embark on an exhilarating journey through a platformer with a nostalgic 80s twist! over 160 meticulously designed levels that will transport you back to the vibrant era of neon lights and synthwave music and more. Immerse yourself in the thrilling gameplay and relive the excitement of classic platformers while having that modern feel. Unleash your skills and aim for greatness as you conquer over 100 challenging achievements. Show off your mastery of each level and become a true legend of the 80s gaming scene. With over 160 levels in vast mini games and more! Prove Yourself as the Ultimate Boss Fighter in Town Face off against five formidable bosses and prove who is the best in town. Defeat each boss and claim their turf as your own. Can you emerge victorious and claim the title of the best in town? Customize Your Look, Define Your Style Modify your character's outfit to reflect your personal style, and go beyond with an array of back items that provide special abilities to aid you in your quest. Whether you prefer a sleek futuristic appearance or a nod to the iconic 80s fashion, the choice is yours! Craft and Collect Special Items Collect valuable items throughout your journey and utilize an in-game crafting system to forge powerful and rare artifacts. Unleash the true potential of these special items and gain a competitive edge in the levels.

Screenshots

The Grid Platformer3 screens
80s Overrun4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: 80s Overrun at every 5 weeks against The Grid Platformer's every 9 months. 80s Overrun also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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

Both are free to download. The Grid Platformer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and 80s Overrun sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

80s Overrun holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 4 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Grid Platformer ships an update every 9 months, 80s Overrun every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
The Grid Platformer versus 80s Overrun: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Grid Platformer80s Overrun
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (5 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB559 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperBrandon SteckleinThomas Marchionda

Customer experience

The Grid Platformer

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

80s Overrun

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

The Grid Platformer

One-time1
  • Advertising Removal$1.99
20 purchases

80s Overrun

One-time20
  • Small Tokens Pack$0.99
  • 1500 Tokens$0.99
  • 1495 Sunset Tickets$2.99
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  • Sports Bundle$3.99
  • 6100 Tokens$3.99
  • Basic Skins Pack$3.99
  • Medium Tokens Pack$4.99
  • Premium Pass$4.99
  • Sunset Boulevard Expansion$4.99
  • 2550 Sunset Tickets$4.99
  • Retro Bundle$6.99
  • Big Tokens Pack$9.99
  • Spooky Bundle$9.99
  • 5100 Sunset Tickets$9.99
  • 15,250 Tokens$9.99
  • Animals Skin Pack$9.99
  • Deep Sea Pack$12.99
  • Back Items Pack$12.99
  • Large Tokens Pack$19.99
  • 30,750 Tokens$19.99

Questions

Is The Grid Platformer free?
The Grid Platformer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 80s Overrun free?
80s Overrun is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, The Grid Platformer or 80s Overrun?
80s Overrun is rated higher. The Grid Platformer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while 80s Overrun averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do The Grid Platformer or 80s Overrun have ads?
Both The Grid Platformer and 80s Overrun show ads.
Which is updated more often, The Grid Platformer or 80s Overrun?
The Grid Platformer ships an update every 9 months, and 80s Overrun every 5 weeks. Most recently, The Grid Platformer was updated on September 27, 2026 and 80s Overrun on September 15, 2026.

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