Comparison

Whirlwind vs Dice Them Up

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

Head to head
About

Whirlwind

Control a character who must spin a sword to fend off waves of monsters. Navigate through an odd world, defeat various enemy types, and strive to be the last one standing. Simple controls and addictive gameplay make survival a constant challenge.

Highlights
  • Spin sword to attack and defend
  • Avoid approaching enemies
  • Simple tilt and D-pad controls
  • Four unique enemy types
  • Addictive gameplay
  • Game Center leaderboards and achievements
Features
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The only dependable thing in the middle of the nest of monsters is a sword. Whirl the sword to survive to the last. Don't stop! Alfredo Jr. has fought the enemies alone in the odd world. He has to whirl a sword to survive. 'If I defeat all of the enemies, I could escape from here.' He think this way and doesn't stop whirling a sword. Characters' informations Alfredo Jr. : He has whirled a sword. He doesn't know how to stop it. Skeletons : Normal but numerous. Zombies : Slow and very pressing. Ghouls : Very fast. You always have to be vigilant. Chasers : Be cautious to avoid their observation. They will chase Alfredo Jr. until one of the two is dead. Features * Avoid the approaching enemies and attack them with the whirling sword * Simple controls : Supports 'Tilt' and 'D-pad' * 4 kinds of unique enemies * Simple but very addictive play * Supports Game center leaderboards : Play with other players worldwide * Supports Game center achievements

About

Dice Them Up

Features
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Welcome to Dice Them Up!, an exciting strategy game where dice rolls determine your fate! In this fast-paced, tower defense-style battle, you’ll roll dice to summon units and deploy them to defend your tower and launch attacks on your opponent’s tower. The game is all about strategy and quick thinking. Each time you roll the dice, you’ll receive a number that corresponds to how many units you can summon. Choose wisely which units to deploy, as they each have their own unique abilities and strengths. Gameplay Features: Dice Rolling: The number you roll determines how many units you can summon. Choose your units carefully for an effective strategy! Summon Units: Select from a variety of units, each with their own strengths and weaknesses, to create a powerful army. Tower Defense: Protect your tower while simultaneously attacking your opponent’s tower. PvP Combat: Face off against other players in intense, strategic battles. Random Events: Watch out for random events that can alter the course of the game! These events can either give you an advantage or throw a wrench into your plans, making each match unpredictable and exciting. Multiplayer: Compete against other players in real-time, test your strategy, and see who can claim victory. Key Features: Dynamic, real-time multiplayer gameplay Dice-based summoning mechanics Random in-game events for a fresh challenge every time Tower defense meets strategic combat Simple yet deep gameplay that’s easy to learn but hard to master How to Play: Roll the dice to determine how many units you can summon. Select the units you want to deploy based on your current strategy and resources. Protect your tower from enemy attacks while sending your own units to destroy the opponent’s tower. Be strategic—use your units wisely, take advantage of random events, and adapt to your opponent’s moves. With Dice Them Up!, each battle is unique and requires a mix of luck, strategy, and timing. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a competitive strategist, you’ll find plenty to love in this action-packed, dice-rolling experience. Download Dice Them Up! today and start rolling for victory!

Screenshots

Whirlwind4 screens
Dice Them Up4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Whirlwind at none against Dice Them Up's shown. Whirlwind also leads on iOS requirement (6.0 vs 12.0). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Whirlwind versus Dice Them Up: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWhirlwindDice Them Up
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS6.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB183 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperMagic CubeShahar Roje

In-app purchases

None

Whirlwind

No in-app purchases

None

Dice Them Up

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Whirlwind free?
Whirlwind is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dice Them Up free?
Dice Them Up is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Whirlwind or Dice Them Up have ads?
Dice Them Up shows ads; Whirlwind does not.

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