Comparison

Phigros vs DEEMO II

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

Head to head
About

Phigros

Experience a "laneless" rhythm game with dynamic judgment lines and unique note types. Explore a vast library of over 200 licensed tracks across diverse genres, each accompanied by stunning, mood-enhancing cover art.

Highlights
  • Laneless gameplay
  • Dynamic judgment lines
  • Four note types
  • 200+ licensed music tracks
  • Diverse music genres
  • Beautiful cover art
Currently charting
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A Truly Novel Gameplay Phigros is a "laneless" music game with dynamic judgement lines and four different types of notes, bringing you a refreshing rhythm experience like never before! A Curated Music Library With more than 200 high-quality tracks of various genres licensed from musicians around the world, Phigros will immerse you in aural delight. Beautiful Illustrations Each track comes with a beautiful cover art drawn by our talented artists which fits and enhances the song's mood. Also a feast for the eyes!

About

DEEMO II

Embark on a musical fantasy adventure in a world threatened by destructive rain. Play rhythm-based music charts to clear the rain and uncover the secrets of a mysterious kingdom. Explore, interact with characters, and enjoy a captivating story with stunning visuals and voice acting.

Highlights
  • Emotional story exploration
  • Rhythm and adventure gameplay
  • 120+ songs including DLC
  • Interact with 50+ characters
  • Storybook graphics and artstyle
  • Movie-quality animated scenes
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Just in time for Rayark's 10th anniversary comes a sequel to their classic IP, DEEMO. A kingdom created through music faces an uncertain future after a monster called 'The Ancestor' plagues the land with a destructive 'Hollow Rain'. This dangerous rain causes anyone it touches to 'bloom', turning into a flurry of white flower petals and ultimately vanishing from existence. DEEMO II follows Echo, a girl who has bloomed but mysteriously re-appeared, and Deemo, an enigmatic station Guardian, as they journey through this rain-soaked world in hopes of finding a way to save it. Features: ▲A Mysterious and Emotional Story: Why did 'The Composer', the elusive being who created this world, suddenly abandon it? Why and how did Echo bloom and then come back to life? Accompany Echo as she uncovers the secrets behind these questions, journeying to uncover the truth and save the world. ▲A Combination of Rhythm and Adventure: Explore Central Station with Echo, interacting with your surroundings as you get to know the many station residents while discovering clues and 'Charts', magical pieces of music with the power to clear away Hollow Rain. As Deemo you'll play those Charts, putting your musical skills to the test in fun and challenging rhythm sections, ultimately moving the story forward. ▲30 Core Songs + DLC Song Packs for a Total of 120+ Tracks: Composers from around the world, including Japan, Korea, Europe and the Americas, have created an eclectic array of tracks for DEEMO II with an emphasis on acoustic instrumentation. Genres include Classical, Jazz, Chill Pop, J-Pop, and more. Infectious, emotive melodies will give music lovers dozens of fast favorites, and creative, syncopated rhythms will make sure rhythm-game aficionados have plenty to sink their teeth into. ▲Make Friends with Over 50 Station Residents: Central Station is full of characters with their own personalities and stories. As Echo, you can chat with them as they walk about Central Station, living their lives, opening paths to different topics depending on the situation. As you talk with them and get to know them, you'll start to feel like you're part of an eccentric new community. ▲Storybook Graphics and Artstyle: DEEMO II marries hand-drawn backgrounds with 3D models and a meticulous attention to detail that will make you feel like you're caught in a storybook, or an anime come to life. ▲Movie-Quality Animated Scenes: DEEMO II is full of high-quality anime cutscenes, fully voiced by professional Japanese voice actors. Pair that with music composed by DEEMO and Sdorica vets, and you've got an audio and visual treat. Rayark is well-versed in rhythm-game production, with popular titles like Cytus, DEEMO, Voez, and Cytus II under their belt. They are well-known for mixing fun and fluid rhythm gameplay with visual flair and deep storylines, providing full, rewarding experiences to get lost in. ***COMPATIBILITY*** Requires iOS 11.0 or later Compatible with Phone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPad Pro (2nd Generation) 12.9-inch, iPad Pro (2nd Generation) 10.5-inch, iPad Pro (3rd Generation) 11-inch, iPad Pro (3rd Generation) 12.9-inch, iPad Pro (4th Generation) 11-inch, iPad Pro (4th Generation) 12.9-inch, iPad Air (4th Generation), iPad mini (6th Generation)

Screenshots

Phigros4 screens
DEEMO II4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Phigros at none against DEEMO II's 10. Phigros also leads on review sentiment (87% vs 68%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). 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. DEEMO II sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Phigros asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Phigros against 4.8 for DEEMO II. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.1K and 3.8K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of Phigros's written reviews are positive against 68% of DEEMO II's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Phigros ships an update every 3 weeks, DEEMO II every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Phigros versus DEEMO II: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhigrosDEEMO II
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (3.1K ratings) — better4.8 (3.8K ratings)
Positive reviews86.9% of reviews — better67.7% of reviews
Number of ratings3.1K3.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#63 — better#140
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.2
Further details — not scored
Size2.5 GB3.5 GB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperXiamen Pigeon Games Network Co., Ltd.Rayark International Limited

Customer experience

Phigros

All ratings3,042 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral1.1%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews911 reviews
Positive86.9%
Neutral4.6%
Negative8.5%

DEEMO II

All ratings3,740 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral1.8%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews659 reviews
Positive67.7%
Neutral10.8%
Negative21.5%

User reviews

Phigros

From 3.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Entirely free with no ads or in-app purchases
  • 🎨 Unique and creative gameplay with moving judgment line
  • 👍 Wide variety of songs and difficulties
  • 🎶 Great music selection
  • 🔍 Interesting story and lore elements

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Issues with cloud save and account syncing across devices
  • 🔍 Lore and story elements can be confusing or hard to understand
  • 🔍 Difficulty progression can feel grindy at times

DEEMO II

From 3.8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great mechanics
  • 🎨 Beautiful visuals and animations
  • 🎶 Captivating music and soundtrack
  • 💡 Engaging story and characters
  • 🤗 Relaxing and immersive experience

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
  • 🕰️ Slow progression without spending money
  • 🔒 Limited free content
  • 🐛 Performance issues and crashes
  • 🤔 Confusing monetization model

Bugs and requests

Phigros

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Occasional crashes or freezes, especially when switching songs
  • Audio desync issues for some users
  • Trouble unlocking certain songs/chapters

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more well-known or popular songs
  • Improve cloud save functionality
  • Provide option to adjust background blur/dimming
  • Translate more of the story/lore content to English

DEEMO II

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent crashes and white screen issues
  • Touch input not always recognized
  • Compatibility problems on newer devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • More free songs and content
  • Improved event system and rewards
  • Better camera controls and navigation
  • Optimization for older devices

In-app purchases

None

Phigros

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

DEEMO II

One-time10
  • Event Bundle E$1.99
  • Event Bundle AZ$2.99
  • Crystal x 600$5.99
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  • Event Bundle A$9.99
  • Crystal x 1200$11.99
  • Mountain Arcanum$14.99
  • Soaring Arcanum$14.99
  • Echo Pass$19.99
  • Crystal x 2400$23.99
  • Crystal x 6000$59.99

Questions

Is Phigros free?
Phigros is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DEEMO II free?
DEEMO II is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Phigros or DEEMO II?
Phigros is rated higher. Phigros averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.1K ratings, while DEEMO II averages 4.8 from 3.8K ratings.
Do Phigros or DEEMO II have ads?
Neither Phigros nor DEEMO II shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Phigros or DEEMO II?
Phigros ships an update every 3 weeks, and DEEMO II every 2 months. Most recently, Phigros was updated on November 2, 2026 and DEEMO II on November 3, 2026.
Which is more popular, Phigros or DEEMO II?
Phigros currently peaks at #63 in the App Store charts, and DEEMO II at #140. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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