# The Phenomenon vs Identity V

The clearest difference is rating: Identity V at 4.7 against The Phenomenon's 4.0. Identity V also leads on ratings volume (133K vs 1.1K) and chart position (#62 vs unranked). The Phenomenon's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and review sentiment (55% vs 43%). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Identity V sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. The Phenomenon asks for nothing beyond the download.

Identity V holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Identity V has 133K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 55% of The Phenomenon's written reviews are positive against 43% of Identity V's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

The Phenomenon ships an update every 5 weeks, Identity V every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Phenomenon | Identity V |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-phenomenon/id1288758206/reviews) | **[4.7 (133K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/identity-v/id1347780764/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K | **133K** |
| Positive reviews | **55.3% of reviews** | 43.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#62** |
| Size | 340 MB | 3.5 GB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | +12 | 12+ |
| Developer | [Kokots LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814814239) | [NetEase Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/874255382) |

## What reviewers say

### The Phenomenon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-phenomenon/id1288758206)

Embark on an episodic survival horror adventure as a paranormal researcher. Explore vast maps, utilize specialized devices, and confront intelligent creatures. Engage in cross-platform multiplayer and compete for global leaderboard dominance.

**Highlights:** Cross-platform multiplayer, Episodic survival horror, Paranormal research devices, Smart AI creatures, Global leaderboards, High replayability

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Realistic graphics
- 🤩 Immersive horror experience
- 💯 Excellent game quality
- 🥰 Fun to play with friends

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔇 Audio issues (can't hear audio)
- 🌚 Game too dark/needs better lighting
- 🕹️ Buggy controls and camera
- ⏱️ Limited playtime due to in-game currency system

**Reported bugs**

- Multiplayer mode not working properly
- Inability to change language settings
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Graphical glitches and visual bugs

**Requested features**

- Add 3-4 player multiplayer mode
- Implement a save/checkpoint system
- Improve tutorial and onboarding
- Optimize performance on older devices


### Identity V

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/identity-v/id1347780764)

**Currently charting:** #62 Top Grossing · Action, #89 Top Grossing · Role Playing, #150 Top Free · Role Playing (US App Store)

Experience a thrilling 1v4 asymmetrical horror game with a unique gothic art style and mysterious storylines. As a survivor, cooperate to escape or play as the hunter to track down your prey. Explore an abandoned manor and uncover dark secrets.

**Highlights:** 1v4 asymmetrical combats, Survivor cooperation and escape, Hunter gameplay, Gothic visual style, Mysterious storylines, Randomized map adjustments, Distinct character selection

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 60Echoes | $0.99 | one-time |
| 185Echoes | $2.99 | one-time |
| 305Echoes | $4.99 | one-time |
| 690Echoes | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2023 Lunar New Year Package 1 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2025 Echo Package 1 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 1308 Echoes | $19.99 | one-time |
| 2025Echoes | $29.99 | one-time |
| 3330Echoes | $49.99 | one-time |
| 6590Echoes | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Excellent art style and design
- 🕹️ Unique and engaging gameplay
- 🕹️ Variety of game modes
- 🕹️ Interesting character abilities
- 💰 Reasonable pricing and monetization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Imbalanced matchmaking and character power
- 🔒 Lack of server stability and high ping issues
- 🤖 Problematic camping behavior by hunters
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for cosmetics
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and connection issues
- Glitches with pallet/window interactions
- Inconsistent hitboxes and abilities

**Requested features**

- Voice chat functionality
- More diverse map selection
- Improved character balancing
- Penalties for hunter camping
- Increased rewards for in-game progression


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Phenomenon free?

The Phenomenon is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Identity V free?

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

### Which has better reviews, The Phenomenon or Identity V?

Identity V is rated higher. The Phenomenon averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Identity V averages 4.7 from 133K ratings.

### Do The Phenomenon or Identity V have ads?

Both The Phenomenon and Identity V show ads.

### Which is updated more often, The Phenomenon or Identity V?

The Phenomenon ships an update every 5 weeks, and Identity V every 2 weeks. Most recently, The Phenomenon was updated on November 3, 2026 and Identity V on November 5, 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.*