Comparison

Playdead's INSIDE vs Papilio

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Playdead's INSIDE

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
Currently charting
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Discover Playdead's unique indie adventure game Inside, a dark, narrative-driven platformer combining intense action with challenging puzzles. It has received critical acclaim for its moody art style, ambient soundtrack and unsettling atmosphere. Apple Design Award Winner. What the press said: “MASTERPIECE! Inside is a 2D puzzle platformer that builds upon what made Limbo great, and in fact builds something greater.” IGN — 10/10 “Inside expands on the concepts and scope of its predecessor in wildly creative ways, and it's so immaculately designed and constructed from top to bottom that it almost feels suitable for display in an art museum. This is one hell of a follow-up.” Giant Bomb — 5/5 “Gorgeous art and animations, devious puzzle design and a pitch-black sense of humor. A perfectly paced series of escalating "holy shit" moments.” Kotaku Winner of more than 100 awards, including: - Artistic Achievement (BAFTA) - Game Design (BAFTA) - Narrative (BAFTA) - Original Property (BAFTA) - Best Independent Game (Game Critics Awards) - Best Independent Game (The Game Awards) - Best Art Direction (The Game Awards) - Spite Award (D.I.C.E. Awards) - Outstanding Achievement in Art Direction (D.I.C.E. Awards) - Outstanding Achievement in Game Direction (D.I.C.E. Awards) - Best Audio (Game Developers Choice Awards) - Best Visual Art (Game Developers Choice Awards)

About

Papilio

Features
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Are You Ready for the Most Advanced Spot the Difference Experience? Tired of ordinary and repetitive puzzle games? You are invited to a premium brain game that will test your visual intelligence, focus, and attention to the highest level. We are redefining the classic "spot the difference" mechanics with stunning high-resolution artworks and unique analytical tools! Each level is designed with the aesthetics of a painting. In this flawless world, you will get lost in the details and push your limits while relaxing your mind. Prove your skills across a wide spectrum, from the Cute Kitchen to the Art Gallery, from the Illuminated Lantern to the Mysterious Forest. Features That Make the Game Unique: Detailed Statistics and Analysis System: Don't just play, track your progress! See the levels you passed flawlessly and without hints on the "Pride Board". Track your average speed, the levels you spent the most time on, and your overall "Game Records". Level Timeline: Analyze your performance at the end of each level. Try to break your own record with unique data such as your first difference finding speed, your longest stuck time, and your mistake count. Customizable Profile and Avatars: Choose your own player name, and put your signature on your profile by selecting from stylish avatars and backgrounds. Level up, starting from the "Detective" title! Smart Hints and Magnifying Glass: Don't give up when you get stuck. Use the "Magnifier" tool to look closer at details, or instantly reveal hidden differences with the smart "Hint" system that works like a radar. Play in Your Own Language: Fully customize your gaming experience! You can easily select your language from the settings menu and instantly adapt the interface to your native language. Minimalist and Dark Mode: A modern, premium, and battery-friendly interface design that doesn't tire your eyes, prevents distractions, and lets you focus entirely on the joy of the game. How to Play? Carefully examine the two flawless images on the screen. Find and tap the differences at your own pace, without any panic or pressure. Freely solve the mysteries, improve your statistics, and grab the 3 stars! It's time to show your mastery of details. If you are ready to test your patience, focusing power, and vision; download for free now and prove your sharp eyes to the whole world!

Screenshots

Playdead's INSIDE4 screens
Papilio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Playdead's INSIDE at none against Papilio's shown. Playdead's INSIDE also leads on chart position (#62 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Papilio's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Playdead's INSIDE sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Papilio sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Playdead's INSIDE ships an update every 2 months, Papilio fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Playdead's INSIDE versus Papilio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlaydead's INSIDEPapilio
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (30K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews77.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings30K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#62 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size705 MB166 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperPlaydeadLikya Bilişim

Bugs and requests

Playdead's INSIDE

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Game crashes or freezes
  • Progress not saving properly

Requested features

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

Papilio

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Playdead's INSIDE

One-time1
  • INSIDE full game$9.99
5 purchases

Papilio

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$5.991 Year
One-time3
  • 5 Hint$0.29
  • 15 Hints$0.69
  • 50 Hints$1.99

Questions

Is Playdead's INSIDE free?
Playdead's INSIDE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Papilio free?
Papilio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Playdead's INSIDE or Papilio have ads?
Papilio shows ads; Playdead's INSIDE does not.
Which is updated more often, Playdead's INSIDE or Papilio?
Playdead's INSIDE ships an update every 2 months, and Papilio fortnightly. Most recently, Playdead's INSIDE was updated on October 17, 2026 and Papilio on September 29, 2026.

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