Malody vs Rotaeno
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
Rotaeno
Experience a unique rhythm game that uses your device's gyroscope for immersive gameplay. Rotate your device to hit notes and navigate through a cosmic adventure with diverse music genres. Follow a compelling story as you explore the stars.
- Gyroscope-controlled gameplay
- Rotation-based note hitting
- Multi-genre music collection
- Cosmic story mode
- Exclusive tracks from renowned composers
- Arcade-like experience
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Rotaeno is a heart-pounding, thumb-tapping, wrist-flicking rhythm game that fully utilizes your device's gyroscope for an unprecedented musical experience. Rotate your device to hit notes as you soar through the stars. Drop into your headphones and immerse yourself in the kick beats and stellar synths of this astronautical adventure! =A Revolutionary Way to Experience Music= What sets Rotaeno apart is all in the name - rotation! Building on the basic controls of more traditional rhythm games, Rotaeno includes notes that require smooth turns and rapid rotations to hit, making it feel like you're drifting in a highspeed interstellar stunt race. It's a real arcade experience - in the palm of your hand! =Multi Genre Music and Beats= Rotaeno is loaded with exclusive tracks from renowned rhythm game composers. From EDM to JPOP, KPOP to Opera, the stylistically diverse song collection contains a future favorite song for every music lover! More songs are already planned for future updates and will be released on a regular basis. =A Journey to Find the Promised Land, Love, and Ourselves= Follow Ilot, our heroine, on a cosmic journey through the stars, and witness her growth as she sets out on her own. Follow in the footsteps of a friend, meet locals on different planets, and save the future of Aquaria! *Rotaeno will only function properly on devices that feature gyroscope or accelerometer support. Concerns or feedback? Contact us: rotaeno@xd.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Malody at none against Rotaeno's 5. Malody also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). Rotaeno's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and review sentiment (79% vs 66%). On price, 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
Malody costs $2.99 and Rotaeno $2.99 up front. Rotaeno sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Malody asks for nothing beyond the download.
Rotaeno holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 179 and 264 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Malody's written reviews are positive against 79% of Rotaeno's.
Malody ships an update every 6 weeks, Rotaeno every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Malody | Rotaeno |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | $2.99 |
| Rating | 4.4 (179 ratings) | 4.7 (264 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 65.7% of reviews | 78.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 179 | 264 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #47 | #13 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 75 MB | 2.4 GB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | 京容 何 | X.D. Network Inc. |
Customer experience
Malody
Rotaeno
User reviews
Malody
From 179 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
Rotaeno
From 264 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Smooth and intuitive gameplay
- 👍 Unique and innovative mechanics
- 💡 Refreshing take on rhythm games
- 🎨 Visually appealing UI and design
- 🎵 Enjoyable music selection
Room to improve
- 🐛 Compatibility issues on certain devices
- 🔋 Concerns about high battery consumption
- 🤔 Difficulty level imbalance
- 📚 Lack of detailed tutorial or explanations
- 💰 Paid content model
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
Rotaeno
Reported bugs
3 issues- Account/progress loss after device changes or updates
- Crashes or freezes during gameplay
- Inconsistent performance on high-end devices
Requested features
4 requests- Offline mode or ability to play without internet connection
- More accessibility options (e.g., one-handed mode)
- Global leaderboard and social features
- Expanded song library and regular content updates
In-app purchases
Malody
No in-app purchases
Rotaeno
- 100 Stellar Gems$0.99
- 300 Stellar Gems$2.95
- 510 Stellar Gems$4.99
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- 1030 Stellar Gems$9.99
- 2080 Stellar Gems$19.99
