# Nightgate vs Bright Memory

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Nightgate at none against Bright Memory's 9. Nightgate also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (95% vs 67%). Bright Memory's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 5 months) and chart position (#97 vs unranked). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Nightgate costs $3.99 and Bright Memory $4.99 up front. Bright Memory sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Nightgate asks for nothing beyond the download.

Nightgate holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Nightgate has 1.3K ratings behind it against 43, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 95% of Nightgate's written reviews are positive against 67% of Bright Memory's.

Nightgate ships an update every 5 months, Bright Memory every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Nightgate | Bright Memory |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$3.99** | $4.99 |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nightgate/id1116808304/reviews)** | [4.3 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bright-memory-infinite/id1669877091/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 43 |
| Positive reviews | **94.8% of reviews** | 67.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#97** |
| Size | 162 MB | 2.4 GB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Semidome Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/779855685) | [贤成 曾](https://appshunter.io/developer/1474315940) |

## What reviewers say

### Nightgate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nightgate/id1116808304)

Navigate a dark, digital world in the year 2398 as the last remaining life form on Earth. Explore 50 handcrafted levels, avoid enemies, and uncover the mysteries of this futuristic landscape. Enjoy an immersive experience with a stunning minimalist design and original soundtrack.

**Highlights:** 50 handcrafted levels, Avoid enemies, Immersive digital environments, Original soundtrack, Minimalist design, Discover achievements, iCloud progress sync

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 🎨 Stunning visuals
- 🎵 Immersive soundtrack
- 👍 Simple yet challenging
- 🌟 Unique and innovative

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🕹️ Slightly difficult controls
- 📏 Levels could be more varied
- 🕰️ Game is a bit short

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes when switching apps
- Levels sometimes reset unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Ability to reset progress
- Multiplayer or online features


### Bright Memory

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bright-memory-infinite/id1669877091)

**Currently charting:** #97 Top Paid · Action, #101 Top Paid · Adventure (US App Store)

Experience a thrilling blend of FPS and action in a futuristic world. Investigate a mysterious global phenomenon by combining unique skills, sword combat, and customizable firearms. Explore an ancient history connecting two worlds.

**Highlights:** FPS and action genre blend, Skill and ability combos, Sword combat, Customizable firearms, Gyroscope aiming support, Controller support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Black Kitten Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 学院兔皮肤 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cyber Rabbit | $0.99 | one-time |
| Energetic Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Youthful Days Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cheongsam (New Year) Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cheongsam (Blue Flowers) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bikini Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Skinny Jeans Pack | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great graphics
- 💡 Excellent with a controller
- 🚀 Fun mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and issues with controls
- 🔧 Needs improvements for iPad devices
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Buttons not programmed properly for iOS
- Unable to complete identity verification
- Touch controls issues on iPad

**Requested features**

- Add controller vibration support
- Allow customization of touch controls
- Optimize controls for PlayStation controller


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Nightgate free?

Nightgate costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Bright Memory free?

Bright Memory costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Nightgate or Bright Memory?

Nightgate is rated higher. Nightgate averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Bright Memory averages 4.3 from 43 ratings.

### Do Nightgate or Bright Memory have ads?

Neither Nightgate nor Bright Memory shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Nightgate or Bright Memory?

Nightgate ships an update every 5 months, and Bright Memory every 3 days. Most recently, Nightgate was updated on September 24, 2026 and Bright Memory on September 26, 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.*