Comparison

Cytus II vs Keep Building!

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

Head to head
About

Cytus II

Immerse yourself in a futuristic music rhythm game where you tap along to the beat. Explore a virtual internet world and uncover a compelling story through engaging gameplay and a vast library of songs.

Highlights
  • Active Judgement Line rhythm gameplay
  • 250+ high-quality songs
  • Over 800 different charts
  • Story system 'iM'
  • Cinematic visual experience
Features
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"Cytus II" is a music rhythm game created by Rayark Games. It's our fourth rhythm game title, following the footsteps of three global successes, "Cytus", "DEEMO" and "VOEZ". This sequel to "Cytus" brings back the original staff and is a product of hardwork and devotion. In the future, humans have redefined internet development and connections. We can now easily sync the real world with the internet world, changing life as we have known for thousands of years. In the mega virtual internet space cyTus, there exists a mysterious DJ legend Æsir. His music has an irresistible charm; people fall madly in love with his music. Rumor has it that every note and beat of his music hits the audiences in the depths of their souls. One day, Æsir, who had never shown his face before, suddenly announced that he will be holding the first mega virtual concert —— Æsir-FEST and will invite a top idol singer and a popular DJ as opening performances. The instant the ticket sales began, an unprecedented rush occurred. Everyone wanted to see Æsir's real face. On the day of the FEST, millions of people were connected to the event. At one hour before the event started, the previous world record for most simultaneous connection was smashed. The whole city was on its feet, waiting for Æsir to descent from the skies... Game Features: - The unique "Active Judgement Line" rhythm game playstyle Tap the notes as the judgement line hits them to achieve a high score. Through five different kinds of notes and the judgement line that actively adjusts its speed according to the beat, the gameplay experience is further combined with the music. Players can easily immerse themselves in the songs. - A total of 250+ high-quality songs (50+ in base game, 200+ as IAP) The game includes songs by composers from all across the world, Japan, Korea, the US, Europe, Taiwan and more. Through the characters, players get to play songs from different genres including but not limited to: electronic, rock and classical. We are confident that this game will live up to the hype and expectations. - Over 800 different charts Over 800 different charts designed, from easy to hard. The rich game content can satisfy players of different levels. Experience exciting challenges and enjoyment through the sensation of your fingertips. - Explore the virtual internet world with the game's characters The one-of-a-kind story system "iM" will lead the players and the in-game characters to slowly piece together the story and world behind "Cytus II". Reveal the truth of the story with a rich, cinematic visual experience. PAFF (CV:上坂すみれ Sumire Uesaka) NEKO (CV:花守ゆみり Yumiri Hanamori) Xenon (CV:関智一 Tomokazu Seki) ConneR (CV:竹内栄治 Eiji Takeuchi) Cherry (CV:ファイルーズあい Fairouz Ai) Nora (CV:石見舞菜香 Manaka Iwami) Ivy (CV:河瀬茉希 Maki Kawase) Vanessa (CV:楠木ともり Tomori Kusunoki) Rin (CV:能登麻美子 Mamiko Noto) ************************************************************* Cytus II will perform a connection authentication for its In-app purchases from time to time. If you discover during the authentication period that your IAP was lost due to your device not connecting to the internet, please make sure your device is connected to the internet. Afterwards, click "Restore Purchases" to recover your IAP. ************************************************************* ※ This game contains mild violence and vulgar language. Suitable for users age 15 and above. ※ This game contains additional in-app purchases. Please purchased base on personal interest and ability. Do not overspend. ※ Please pay attention to your game time and avoid addiction. ※ Please do not use this game for gambling or other illegal purposes.

About

Keep Building!

Features
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Keep Building! turns your job hunt into a cozy, visual progress game. Set your daily application goal, check in as you make progress, earn coins, unlock buildings, and watch your city grow day by day. Instead of staring at a spreadsheet or feeling stuck in the search, you get a warm little world that reflects the effort you are putting in. Customize your experience with your own nickname, city name, daily goal, sound preferences, performance settings, weather, and daytime lighting. Your city also follows a real-time day and night cycle, with live weather that helps the world feel alive. Every milestone matters. Celebrate progress with rewards, fireworks, new unlocks, and a growing city that reminds you: every application, follow-up, and small step counts. Features: Visualize your job hunting progress as a growing city Set and adjust your daily job application goal Earn coins and unlock buildings as you complete goals Customize your name, city, sounds, performance, weather, and lighting Enjoy a real-time day and night cycle See live weather reflected in your city Celebrate milestones with animations, fireworks, and rewards Share your city progress with friends and family Replay the guide anytime to understand your progress journey Whether you are applying for your first job, searching for a new role, or trying to stay consistent through a long hunt, Keep Building! gives you a gentle, motivating place to keep going. Build your city. Build your momentum. Keep building.

Screenshots

Cytus II4 screens
Keep Building!4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Keep Building! at Free against Cytus II's $1.99. Keep Building! also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10). Cytus II's advantage is chart position (#8 vs unranked). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Keep Building! is free to download; Cytus II costs $1.99 up front. Cytus II sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Keep Building! asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Cytus II versus Keep Building!: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCytus IIKeep Building!
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (9.4K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews73.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings9.4K — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#8 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.214.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3.3 GB84 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperRayark International LimitedLeshan Wang184213996631

Bugs and requests

Cytus II

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes and freezes on certain devices
  • Missed notes despite accurate timing
  • Glitched level progression and unlocks

Requested features

4 requests
  • Practice mode for difficult songs
  • More free content and story updates
  • Optimization for older devices
  • Ability to create custom songs/levels

Keep Building!

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Cytus II

One-time10
  • Marvelous Mix vol. 1$4.99
  • ConneR$9.99
  • Xenon$9.99
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  • Cherry$9.99
  • Nora$9.99
  • Neko$9.99
  • CAPSO$9.99
  • Kizuna AI$9.99
  • Miku$9.99
  • 9 Characters$34.99
None

Keep Building!

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cytus II free?
Cytus II costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Keep Building! free?
Keep Building! is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cytus II or Keep Building! have ads?
Neither Cytus II nor Keep Building! shows ads.

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