# Running Game vs POOLS™

The clearest difference is review sentiment: POOLS™ at 80% against Running Game's 14%. POOLS™ also leads on ratings volume (1.7K vs 12) and rating (4.5 vs 4.3). Running Game's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. POOLS™ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Running Game asks for nothing beyond the download.

POOLS™ holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: POOLS™ has 1.7K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Running Game's written reviews are positive against 80% of POOLS™'s.

## The numbers

| Metric | Running Game | POOLS™ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-game-endless-running/id1392989639/reviews) | **[4.5 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pools/id6670792878/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **1.7K** |
| Positive reviews | 14.3% of reviews | **79.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 1.9 GB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [茜 韦](https://appshunter.io/developer/1261401871) | [Tensori](https://appshunter.io/developer/1767614989) |

## What reviewers say

### Running Game

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-game-endless-running/id1392989639)

Navigate a snowy landscape, collecting berries and avoiding obstacles in this thrilling endless runner. Compete for the highest score in an adventure that will keep you engaged for hours.

**Highlights:** Endless running gameplay, Berry collection, Obstacle avoidance, High score competition, Platform adventure

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### POOLS™

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pools/id6670792878)

This app offers a slow, reflective, and immersive experience focused on exploration and atmosphere. It evokes feelings of unease and curiosity through its unique environments, inspired by liminal spaces and internet phenomena. Discover changing worlds and subtle narratives without traditional gameplay mechanics.

**Highlights:** Slow, reflective exploration, Atmospheric and immersive environments, Inspired by liminal spaces, Unfolding narrative through exploration, Six distinct chapters, Unique sound design

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| POOLS: Full Game | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Immersive experience
- 🔒 No ads
- 👍 Incredible attention to detail
- 👍 Realistic graphics and sound
- 👍 Eerie and creepy atmosphere

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Boring after a while
- 🐛 Lack of variety in environments

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to move on iPad Pro
- Glitches reported

**Requested features**

- Expand to different Backrooms-inspired themes
- Add a multiplayer mode
- Introduce more interactive elements (e.g., monsters, items to discover)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Running Game free?

Running Game is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is POOLS™ free?

POOLS™ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Running Game or POOLS™?

POOLS™ is rated higher. Running Game averages 4.3 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while POOLS™ averages 4.5 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do Running Game or POOLS™ have ads?

Neither Running Game nor POOLS™ shows ads.

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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.*