Comparison

Honkai Impact 3rd vs Identity V

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

Head to head
About

Honkai Impact 3rd

Embark on a sci-fi adventure with stunning 3D graphics and dynamic combat. Team up with unique characters to explore new worlds and uncover mysteries. Experience an epic story with immersive events and a talented voice cast.

Highlights
  • 3D cel-shaded graphics
  • Real-time action combat
  • Infinite combo system
  • Intersecting storylines
  • Flexible team compositions
  • LITE system for daily tasks
  • New open maps
Features
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This game includes optional in-game purchases, including random virtual items. Honkai Impact 3rd is a sci-fi adventure action game developed by HoYoverse. 3D cel-shaded graphics, 3D combat with free jumping, infinite comboing, tight controls... Experience next-gen real-time action! An original tale told across media, immersive in-stage events, and a star-studded voice cast... Become part of the legend! The crisis on Earth has subsided for now, while a new adventure on Mars unfolds. Meet Valkyries with distinct personalities and explore the mysteries of Martian civilization together. Hyperion command system ready. Processing login request... Verified! Attention, all units! Safety latch disengaged, download engine initiating high-density energy transfer. Logging in in 10, 9, 8... "Captain on the bridge." From today onwards, you are our Captain. Please team up with us to fight for all that is beautiful in the world! In the shadow of Honkai, civilizations face one crisis after another; it's up to brave girls to fight to protect the world. However, this world is far, far bigger than you and I imagined... [Intersecting storylines! Adventure with friends new and old!] After Kiana fell into a slumber, friends from different planets gather for different reasons to uncover the secrets of Mars. [Classic action gaming! Flexible team compositions!] Diverse team compositions and combat strategies provide more possibilities in play. Fight together for all that's beautiful! [Take a break! LITE system makes daily tasks easy.] If you want a vacation like Theresa, use HOHO Vacation Tickets to sweep missions and claim rewards! [Upgraded visuals! New open maps to dive into!] Meticulous attention to lighting, texture, and other details creates a playable anime movie. Explore newly opened locations, enjoy immersive cinematics, and experience the allure of next-gen graphics!

About

Identity V

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
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Identity V: 1 vs 4 Asymmetrical Horror Mobile Game Fear Always Springs from the Unknown. Game Introduction: Join the Thrilling Party! Welcome to Identity V, the first asymmetrical horror mobile game developed by NetEase. With a gothic art style, mysterious storylines and exciting 1vs4 gameplay, Identity V will bring you a breathtaking experience. Key Features: Intensive 1vs4 Asymmetrical Combats: Four Survivors: run from the ruthless hunter, cooperate with teammates, decode cipher machines, open the gate and escape; One Hunter: familiar yourself with all of your killing powers. Be ready to catch and torture your preys. Gothic Visual Style: Travel back to the Victorian era and have a taste of its unique style. Compelling Background Settings: You will first enter the game as a detective, who receives a mysterious letter inviting him to investigate an abandoned manor and search for a missing girl. And as you get closer and closer to the truth, you find something horrifying... Randomized Map Adjustments: Within every new game, map would be altered accordingly. You will never know what’s to expect. Select & Play Distinct Characters: Multiple characters to choose from, customized characters to fit your own personal strategy and get the final victory! Are you ready for it? More Informations: Website: www.identityvgame.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/IdentityV Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/identityVofficial/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/GameIdentityV YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/IdentityV Discord: https://discord.gg/FThHuCa4bn

Screenshots

Honkai Impact 3rd4 screens
Identity V4 screens

Verdict

The call

Honkai Impact 3rd and Identity V both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 69% of Honkai Impact 3rd's written reviews are positive against 43% of Identity V's. Identity V's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and chart position (#33 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Honkai Impact 3rd sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Identity V sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Honkai Impact 3rd against 4.7 for Identity V. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 47K and 132K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 69% of Honkai Impact 3rd's written reviews are positive against 43% of Identity V's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Honkai Impact 3rd ships an update every 2 months, Identity V every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Honkai Impact 3rd versus Identity V: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHonkai Impact 3rdIdentity V
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (47K ratings)4.7 (132K ratings)
Positive reviews68.6% of reviews — better43.4% of reviews
Number of ratings47K132K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#33 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3.1 GB3.5 GB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperCOGNOSPHERE PTE. LTD.NetEase Games

Customer experience

Honkai Impact 3rd

All ratings46,598 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral1.8%
Negative6.2%
Written reviews519 reviews
Positive68.6%
Neutral7.5%
Negative23.9%

Identity V

All ratings132,496 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral2.2%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews3,703 reviews
Positive43.4%
Neutral8.0%
Negative48.6%

User reviews

Honkai Impact 3rd

From 47K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 🎨 Stunning graphics
  • 📚 Engaging story
  • 🎶 Excellent soundtrack
  • 🎮 Fluid combat mechanics

Room to improve

  • 💳 Gacha system can be expensive
  • 🔍 Overwhelming menu and UI
  • 🔋 High storage requirements
  • 🕰️ Slow energy/stamina recovery
  • 🔀 Repetitive mission types

Identity V

From 132K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

  • 🔍 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

Bugs and requests

Honkai Impact 3rd

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Inconsistent server connectivity
  • Progress reset after updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more playable male characters
  • Improve camera controls and targeting
  • Increase energy/stamina recovery rate
  • Streamline UI and menu navigation
  • Expand open-world exploration

Identity V

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Honkai Impact 3rd

One-time12
  • 65 B-Chips$0.99
  • 330 Crystal Bundle$4.99
  • 330 B-Chips$4.99
Show 9 more
  • 660+50 Crystals$9.99
  • 990 B-Chips$14.99
  • 1,320 Crystals$19.99
  • 1320+110 Crystals$19.99
  • 1,320 B-Chips$19.99
  • 1,980 B-Chips$29.99
  • 3,300 B-Chips$49.99
  • 3300+560 Crystals$49.99
  • 6600+1488 Crystals$99.99
20 purchases

Identity V

One-time20
  • 60Echoes$0.99
  • 185Echoes$2.99
  • 305Echoes$4.99
Show 17 more
  • 8th Anniversary Special Package$9.99
  • 690Echoes$9.99
  • 7th Anni. Special Package$9.99
  • 6th Anni. Special Package$9.99
  • Lunar New Year Echo Package 1$14.99
  • 8th Anniversary Discount Package I$14.99
  • 2023 Lunar New Year Package 1$14.99
  • 2025 Echo Package 1$14.99
  • Echo Package 1$14.99
  • 6th Anni. Discount Package I$14.99
  • 1308 Echoes$19.99
  • 2023 Lunar New Year Package 2$25.99
  • Echo Package 2$25.99
  • 2025 Echo Package 2$25.99
  • 2025Echoes$29.99
  • 3330Echoes$49.99
  • 6590Echoes$99.99

Questions

Is Honkai Impact 3rd free?
Honkai Impact 3rd is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Identity V free?
Identity V is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Honkai Impact 3rd or Identity V?
Honkai Impact 3rd and Identity V are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 47K and 132K ratings respectively.
Do Honkai Impact 3rd or Identity V have ads?
Both Honkai Impact 3rd and Identity V show ads.
Which is updated more often, Honkai Impact 3rd or Identity V?
Honkai Impact 3rd ships an update every 2 months, and Identity V every 2 weeks. Most recently, Honkai Impact 3rd was updated on September 24, 2026 and Identity V on September 24, 2026.

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