Malody vs Paradigm
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Malody
This is a cross-platform music game simulator that allows users to play and create music charts. It supports various chart formats, custom skins, and offers multiplayer modes with online rankings. A community wiki facilitates chart sharing and collaboration.
- Supports multiple chart formats (osu, sm, bms, etc.)
- In-game chart editor for creation and sharing
- Multiplayer mode for all game modes
- Customizable skins and play effects
- Online ranking system
- Community wiki for chart uploads and sharing
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Malody is a cross-platform music game (Simulator) which is developed by a group of dedicated volunteers. Features: * Support variety of chart formats: osu, sm, bms, pms, mc, tja. * In game editor, for creating and sharing charts. * Multiplayer, for all mode. * Support full keysound chart. * Support custom skin. * Support play recording. * Support play effect: random, flip, const, rush, hide, origin, death. * Support online ranking. * Wiki based community where you can upload and share charts. * In game multiple language: English, Japanese, German, Spanish, Thai, Russian, French, Korean. How to import chart: http://m.mugzone.net/wiki/175 Custom skinning document: http://m.mugzone.net/wiki/1778
Paradigm
Experience a unique rhythm game set in 3D space, blending music gameplay with a narrative. Navigate four-sided levels with special "Space" notes and enjoy a wide range of music from global artists. The game offers adjustable difficulty for all skill levels.
- Stereoscopic 3D gameplay
- Four-sided rhythm mechanics
- Unique "Space" notes
- Storytelling elements
- Adjustable difficulty levels
- Global artist music library
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Paradigm: Reboot presents a rhythm game in 3-dimensional space, Combining MUG with elements of storytelling. [Highlights] Core Gameplay: Wondrous four-sided gameplay with emphasized "Space" notes. [Difficulty] From relaxing to hardcore, Multiple charts of choice bring you a steady progression in difficulty, Enjoy the experience as you steadily progress into mastery :) [Musics] Enjoy music from popular artists across the world.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Paradigm at Free against Malody's $2.99. Paradigm also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (81% vs 66%). Malody's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and chart position (#24 vs unranked). On ratings volume, ads 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
Paradigm is free to download; Malody costs $2.99 up front. Paradigm sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Malody asks for nothing beyond the download.
Paradigm holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 176 and 268 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Malody's written reviews are positive against 81% of Paradigm's.
Malody ships an update every 6 weeks, Paradigm every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Malody | Paradigm |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.3 (176 ratings) | 4.7 (268 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 65.7% of reviews | 81.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 176 | 268 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #24 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 75 MB | 1.2 GB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | 京容 何 | Xiamen TunerGames Network Technology Co., Ltd. |
Customer experience
Malody
Paradigm
User reviews
Malody
From 176 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🎮 Multiple game modes (mania, taiko, catch, key, etc.)
- 🎵 Extensive song library with custom map support
- 📱 Excellent osu!mania port for mobile
- 🛠️ Built-in map editor for creating custom charts
- 💰 Affordable one-time purchase price
Room to improve
- 🐛 Persistent server connection issues
- 🔐 Login and account authentication problems
- 📧 Email verification not sending properly
- 🎮 Hitbox issues on narrow screens (iPhone 11+)
- ⌨️ No keyboard support on iOS
Paradigm
From 268 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Innovative gameplay
- 🎨 Impressive visuals and art style
- 🎵 High-quality music and soundtracks
- 💰 Generous free-to-play model
- 🎢 Compelling story and characters
Room to improve
- 🔑 Difficulty unlocking content
- 🤖 Challenging charts and high skill ceiling
- 🌐 Connectivity issues for some users
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
Bugs and requests
Malody
Reported bugs
15 issues- Server errors preventing login
- Account registration fails with 'account doesn't exist' error
- Confirmation codes not being sent
- App randomly logs out users
- Sign-in stuck on 'Signing in' screen
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- Store page crashes when attempting to download songs
- Chart download progress stuck at 1%
- Map editor freezes when creating new maps
- Portrait mode displays upside down
- Notification center opens during gameplay on far-right lane
- Skins detected as songs when imported
- Audio offset causing timing issues
- Taiko mode sound effects playing regardless of hits
- Unable to create new charts from new songs
- Game doesn't load after exiting login screen
Requested features
13 requests- Keyboard support for iOS devices
- Easier skin downloading and management with search functionality
- Backup and cloud save system for charts and progress
- Adjustable hitbox positioning (higher on screen)
- Universal offset setting across all songs
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- Better ranking and leveling system explanation
- More Catch mode content and tournaments
- Disable sound effects option for Taiko mode
- Expandable leaderboard and player search
- Visible PP points system like osu!
- Taller button hitboxes for easier gameplay
- More frequent app updates
- Ability to import audio files beyond Apple Music
Paradigm
Reported bugs
4 issues- Login screen freezes
- Rewards button causing performance issues
- Inconsistent save data syncing
- Difficulty unlocking purchased content
Requested features
5 requests- Offline mode
- More difficulty options
- Improved new player onboarding
- Expanded song library
- Smoother account management
In-app purchases
Malody
No in-app purchases
Paradigm
- Single "Encore"$0.99
- Single "On And On!!"$0.99
- Single "Subterranean Blastoff"$0.99
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- 20 Active Crystal$0.99
- Side Album "Duplex Fusion"$3.99
- Side Album "Still Existence"$3.99
- Solo Album "Vivacious Party"$3.99
- Main Story Album Chapter 2$4.99
- 110 Active Crystal$4.99
- 450 Active Crystal$19.99
- 1200 Active Crystal$49.99
