5 Second Rule vs People Are Bad
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
5 Second Rule
This is a fast-paced party game for groups where players must answer a question with three answers in just five seconds. Fail to answer in time, and face a fun punishment. Includes normal and adult-themed card decks for varied party experiences.
- Answer questions in 5 seconds
- Come up with 3 answers
- Buzzer timer
- Punishments for failure
- Normal card deck
- Sexy card deck
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Want to play something quick and fun with friends when you party? 5 Second is a party game for groups, for those who can act under pressure. Rules are pretty straightforward. Players are asked a simple question and they have 5 seconds to come up with 3 answers before the buzzer rings. If the player doesn’t give all the answers before the time runs out, you do the punishment. Can you name 3 types of screams in 5 seconds? Can you name 3 hairy things in 5 seconds? Can you name 3 brands of beer in 5 seconds? The game includes normal cards, and also you can turn on sexy cards if you want to get your house party to the next level. Links to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy can be found below Privacy Policy: https://day-games.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://day-games.com/terms-of-use/
People Are Bad
This party game features awkward, controversial, and naughty questions for players to vote on. It's designed for 3+ players and offers quick rounds filled with laughter and shocking revelations.
- Awkward and dark humor questions
- Voting and point-based gameplay
- Over 400 unique questions
- Suitable for 3+ players
- Fast-paced rounds
- Ideal for parties and hangouts
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People Are Bad is a fun group question game made for friends, parties, and game nights. Answer playful prompts, vote for the person who best fits each card, and enjoy funny conversations together. Each round is simple: read a question card, let everyone vote, reveal the result, and keep the game moving. It is easy to start, quick to play, and designed for groups who enjoy lighthearted debates and social games. Features: • 400+ group question cards • Fast and simple party gameplay • Vote for friends and reveal the results • Great for game nights, hangouts, and casual parties • Quick rounds that keep everyone involved • Easy rules for groups of 3 or more players • Fun prompts designed for friendly conversations Whether you are hosting a party, spending time with friends, or starting a casual game night, People Are Bad helps create funny moments, group reactions, and memorable conversations. Important Notice People Are Bad is intended for lawful, personal, and entertainment use. Please play respectfully, avoid harmful behavior, and make sure everyone in the group is comfortable with the game. Privacy Policy: https://zipoapps.com/wickedmindsios/privacy Terms of Use: https://zipoapps.com/wickedmindsios/terms
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Verdict
5 Second Rule and People Are Bad both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 45% of 5 Second Rule's written reviews are positive against 0% of People Are Bad's. 5 Second Rule also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (9.7K vs 11). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. 5 Second Rule sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and People Are Bad sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for 5 Second Rule against 4.7 for People Are Bad. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 5 Second Rule has 9.7K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 45% of 5 Second Rule's written reviews are positive against 0% of People Are Bad's.
5 Second Rule ships an update every 3 weeks, People Are Bad every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 5 Second Rule | People Are Bad |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (9.7K ratings) | 4.7 (11 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 45.2% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 9.7K — better | 11 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #44 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 151 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Boris Mikic | ZipoApps |
Customer experience
5 Second Rule
People Are Bad
Bugs and requests
5 Second Rule
Reported bugs
3 issues- Subscription continues even after app deletion
- Inability to access paid content after subscription
- Crashes and compatibility issues with updates
Requested features
4 requests- One-time purchase option to unlock all content
- More free content/decks
- Adjustable time limits
- Better subscription management/cancellation
People Are Bad
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
5 Second Rule
- Subscription Weekly3 Days trial$9.997 Days
People Are Bad
- Bad People Weekly Pack$3.997 Days
- Bad People Yearly Pack3 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Bad People Lifetime Gift Pack$9.99
- Bad People Lifetime Pack$19.99
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