A Slight Chance of Sawblades+ Apple Arcade

Our Site Score

86/100

A Slight Chance of Sawblades+ is a masterclass in minimalist arcade design, proving that you don't need a sprawling open world to create a deeply compelling game. The premise is absurdly simple, yet the execution is flawless. The movement physics are incredibly tight; the wall-jumping and mid-air maneuvering feel responsive and exact, which is essential when the screen is filled with a dozen bouncing hazards. The addition of haptic feedback on the virtual buttons in this version makes the controls feel remarkably grounded for a touch screen.

The game thrives on the 'just one more try' mentality. The rounds are lightning-fast, and death is always a result of player error rather than cheap mechanics. Unlocking new characters provides a nice carrot on a stick, though the core motivation is purely the pursuit of a higher score. While it lacks deep narrative or varied level design, as a pure reflex tester and time killer, it is an absolute blast.

Reviewed on: Sun Apr 12 2026

Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. I have a soft spot for games that know exactly what they are and don't try to be anything else. This is one of them. You jump, you dodge, you die. The pixel art is crisp, the chiptune track is fantastic, and the 'juiciness' of the movements makes every near-miss feel exhilarating.

It’s a score-chaser through and through. It reminds me of the old-school quarter-munchers from my youth. It’s brutally difficult, which I appreciate, and the unlockable characters are actually distinct enough to warrant the grind. It doesn't have a story or complex mechanics, but it doesn't need them. It’s pure, distilled arcade action. Highly recommended for short bursts.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Excellent retro music
Addictive 'one-more-go' loop
Tight controls

Extremely high difficulty
Repetitive backgrounds
Minimal content beyond the loop

Technical Report

Performance: Perfect performance; frame-perfect inputs recognized.

Accessibility:

Controller Support
Simple Controls

Audience Fit

Buy if: You love high-difficulty arcade games and chasing high scores.

Skip if: You get frustrated easily by dying frequently.

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Super Crate Box
Downwell
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Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, 40yo Male
Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
Playtime: 3 hours
Status: Top 10% on Leaderboard

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Author : Yong Kian Chin

Pubish Date : Fri May 17 2024

Last Update Date : Wed Apr 08 2026

Support Languages : English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Vietnamese

Genres :

Version 1.40.0Wed Apr 08 2026

April's update is here!
-A new unlock-able CUSTOM MODE is now available!!
Thank you for playing! Stay tuned for more :)

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5 with 54 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 9+

Game Overview

A Slight Chance of Sawblades+ is a delightfully frantic, high-score chasing arcade platformer. You control a nimble pixelated character trapped in a confined arena while a storm of deadly sawblades falls from the sky. The mechanics are simple but perfectly tuned: move left, move right, and jump. As time goes on, the blades bounce off walls, roll across the floor, and increase in speed and quantity. It is a pure test of reflexes and spatial awareness, offering unlockable characters and immense replayability.