# AirConsole vs Playdead's INSIDE

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Playdead's INSIDE at 77% against AirConsole's 55%. Playdead's INSIDE also leads on chart position (#51 vs unranked) and ratings volume (30K vs 5.1K). AirConsole's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AirConsole sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Playdead's INSIDE sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AirConsole holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Playdead's INSIDE has 30K ratings behind it against 5.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 55% of AirConsole's written reviews are positive against 77% of Playdead's INSIDE's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AirConsole | Playdead's INSIDE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airconsole/id1017688554/reviews)** | [4.4 (30K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playdeads-inside/id1201642309/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5.1K | **30K** |
| Positive reviews | 55.1% of reviews | **77.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#51** |
| Size | 42 MB | 705 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [N-Dream AG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1017688553) | [Playdead](https://appshunter.io/developer/481629893) |

## What reviewers say

### AirConsole

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airconsole/id1017688554)

Transform your computer or tablet into a game console and use your smartphones as controllers. Enjoy a wide variety of single and multiplayer games with friends. Get started quickly for instant fun.

**Highlights:** Use smartphones as gamepads, Computer/tablet as game console, Single player games, Multiplayer games, Starter Pack with free games, Unlock over 170 games with subscription

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AirConsole Hero | $2.99 | per month |
| AirConsole Hero | $2.99 | per month |
| AirConsole Hero | $4.99 | per month |
| AirConsole Hero | $4.99 | per month |
| AirConsole Hero Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| AirConsole Hero | $11.99 | per year |
| AirConsole Hero | $17.99 | per year |
| AirConsole Hero | $23.99 | per year |
| AirConsole Hero for lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great enjoy playing with friends
- 👍 Fun and easy to use
- 👍 Incredible free console to play with family and friends
- 👍 Keeps you busy for hours
- 👍 Fun and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Not very free, most games require subscription
- 🐛 Laggy and crashes often
- 💰 Overpriced subscription
- 💰 Wants money, too many paid features
- 🐛 Doesn't work on certain devices

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes frequently
- Compatibility issues with newer devices
- Subscription issues, can't cancel or use properly

**Requested features**

- Add more free games
- Add landscape mode support
- Add more sports and multiplayer games
- Add one-player game modes
- Improve performance and reduce lag


### Playdead's INSIDE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playdeads-inside/id1201642309)

**Currently charting:** #51 Top Free · Adventure (US App Store)

Embark on a dark, narrative-driven adventure in this critically acclaimed indie platformer. Solve challenging puzzles and experience intense action within a moody, unsettling atmosphere. This award-winning game is known for its stunning art style and ambient soundtrack.

**Highlights:** Narrative-driven adventure, Challenging puzzles, Intense action, Moody art style, Ambient soundtrack, Unsettling atmosphere

**Features:** Game Controller support, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| INSIDE full game | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Stunning graphics and atmosphere
- 🧠 Clever and challenging puzzles
- 🎨 Unique art style
- 🎢 Thrilling and suspenseful gameplay
- 🔍 Intriguing and mysterious story

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ Game is too short
- 🤔 Ending is confusing or unsatisfying
- 💰 Game is overpriced
- 🤖 Some controls can be finicky
- 📱 Compatibility issues on older devices

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes or freezes
- Progress not saving properly

**Requested features**

- Longer gameplay or additional levels
- More explanation or closure for the story
- Controller support
- Lower price point


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AirConsole free?

AirConsole is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Playdead's INSIDE free?

Playdead's INSIDE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, AirConsole or Playdead's INSIDE?

AirConsole is rated higher. AirConsole averages 4.7 out of 5 from 5.1K ratings, while Playdead's INSIDE averages 4.4 from 30K ratings.

### Do AirConsole or Playdead's INSIDE have ads?

Neither AirConsole nor Playdead's INSIDE shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AirConsole or Playdead's INSIDE?

AirConsole ships an update every 2 months, and Playdead's INSIDE every 2 months. Most recently, AirConsole was updated on October 14, 2026 and Playdead's INSIDE on October 15, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*