# Pocket Rogues vs Mini DAYZ 2

The clearest difference is rating: Pocket Rogues at 4.5 against Mini DAYZ 2's 3.1. Pocket Rogues also leads on review sentiment (76% vs 37%). Mini DAYZ 2's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pocket Rogues sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Mini DAYZ 2 sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pocket Rogues holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1K and 1.6K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Pocket Rogues's written reviews are positive against 37% of Mini DAYZ 2's.

Pocket Rogues ships an update every 5 weeks, Mini DAYZ 2 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pocket Rogues | Mini DAYZ 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-rogues/id1330488406/reviews)** | [3.1 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mini-dayz-2/id1482111801/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1K | **1.6K** |
| Positive reviews | **76.2% of reviews** | 36.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 292 MB | 957 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Alexej Leonydov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1316150323) | [Bohemia Interactive a.s.](https://appshunter.io/developer/410378283) |

## What reviewers say

### Pocket Rogues

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-rogues/id1330488406)

Embark on an epic adventure in this 2D Action-RPG Roguelike. Battle monsters, explore ever-changing dungeons, and upgrade your guild fortress. Develop unique heroes with distinct skills and equipment to uncover deep underground secrets.

**Highlights:** Real-time action combat, Diverse hero classes, Procedurally generated dungeons, Unique locations, Guild fortress building, Character progression and upgrades

**Features:** Game Controller support, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PocketRogues - Handful of Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| PocketRogues - Bag of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| PocketRogues - Chest of Gems | $11.99 | one-time |
| PocketRogues-Treasure of Gems | $24.99 | one-time |
| Pocket Rogues-Mountain of Gems | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great improvement
- 🚀 Fun and challenging
- 🚀 Amazing but...
- 🚀 Always something interesting
- 🚀 Best mobile roguelike by far

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Ultimate not available?
- 🐛 Why cant i get ultimate?
- 🐛 Lost all gear when loading back into game even though I have premium
- 🐛 Why can I not buy it
- 🐛 Баги в игре

**Reported bugs**

- Ultimate not available?
- Why cant i get ultimate?
- Lost all gear when loading back into game even though I have premium
- Why can I not buy it
- Баги в игре

**Requested features**

- Bring Ultimate back. Ill pay extra if I have to!
- we need Chinese
- New levels, classes, pets, bosses, equipment
- Multiplayer
- Sandbox mode


### Mini DAYZ 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mini-dayz-2/id1482111801)

Lead survivors in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by a deadly virus and wild animals. Gather resources, craft weapons, and fight off threats to rebuild civilization. Explore vast maps and manage your survivors' health and morale to ensure their survival.

**Highlights:** Lead survivors, Embark on dangerous raids, Forage for food and resources, Fight off bandits and threats, Monitor health and morale, Create makeshift weapons, Explore thousands of maps

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fuel can | $1.99 | one-time |
| Sheriff Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Mechanic Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Mad Doc Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Wastelander Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Drop of Fuel | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tank of Fuel | $9.99 | one-time |
| Sea of Fuel | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Improved combat system
- 👍 Engaging base building mechanics
- 🔒 Persistent character progression
- 🎨 Visually appealing art style

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- ⏱️ Excessive wait times and timers
- 💰 Pay-to-progress monetization model
- 🔍 Lack of open-world exploration

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to upgrade base buildings
- Inconsistent loot distribution
- Unreliable multiplayer matchmaking
- Sudden loss of player progress

**Requested features**

- Offline single-player mode
- Multiplayer co-op and PvP
- More weapon and item variety
- Deeper character customization
- Expanded base building options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pocket Rogues free?

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

### Is Mini DAYZ 2 free?

Mini DAYZ 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pocket Rogues or Mini DAYZ 2?

Pocket Rogues is rated higher. Pocket Rogues averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Mini DAYZ 2 averages 3.1 from 1.6K ratings.

### Do Pocket Rogues or Mini DAYZ 2 have ads?

Neither Pocket Rogues nor Mini DAYZ 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pocket Rogues or Mini DAYZ 2?

Pocket Rogues ships an update every 5 weeks, and Mini DAYZ 2 every 3 weeks. Most recently, Pocket Rogues was updated on November 2, 2026 and Mini DAYZ 2 on November 3, 2026.

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