Comparison

Paradigm vs BanG Dream! Our Notes

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

Head to head
About

Paradigm

Experience a unique rhythm game set in 3D space, blending music gameplay with a narrative. Navigate four-sided levels with special "Space" notes and enjoy a wide range of music from global artists. The game offers adjustable difficulty for all skill levels.

Highlights
  • Stereoscopic 3D gameplay
  • Four-sided rhythm mechanics
  • Unique "Space" notes
  • Storytelling elements
  • Adjustable difficulty levels
  • Global artist music library
Features
Currently charting
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Paradigm: Reboot presents a rhythm game in 3-dimensional space, Combining MUG with elements of storytelling. [Highlights] Core Gameplay: Wondrous four-sided gameplay with emphasized "Space" notes. [Difficulty] From relaxing to hardcore, Multiple charts of choice bring you a steady progression in difficulty, Enjoy the experience as you steadily progress into mastery :) [Musics] Enjoy music from popular artists across the world.

About

BanG Dream! Our Notes

Experience a new rhythm game with unique "GEKISO LIVE" sections and cooperative multiplayer. Explore rich stories from five bands, enjoy a vast song library, and utilize an "Assist Mode" for a tailored experience.

Highlights
  • GEKISO LIVE rhythm gameplay
  • Up to five-player multiplayer
  • Assist Mode for accessibility
  • Original and cover songs
  • Cinematic Story System
  • Animated sequences and visual effects
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Presenting BanG Dream! Our Notes, a brand-new rhythm game adventure from BanG Dream! Project! Enjoy a wide variety of songs from five bands and discover a rich new story waiting to unfold. ◆New Rhythm Game System: “GEKISO LIVE”◆ Special GEKISO sections will now appear during rhythm gameplay! Combos, timing precision, and even luck—put your rhythm game skills to the ultimate challenge in an exciting new gameplay experience! Feel the excitement and immersion of a real BanG Dream! live performance and enjoy the party-style rhythm gameplay with up to five players! Our Notes also features an exclusive new system: Assist Mode! Whether you're new to rhythm games or just looking for a more relaxed experience, Assist Mode lets everyone enjoy the performance and improve at their own pace. ◆From Original Songs to the Latest Hit Covers◆ From iconic original songs featured in the BanG Dream! anime—including tracks by MyGO!!!!! and Ave Mujica—to a wide range of popular cover songs, the lineup is packed with music to enjoy! Play your favorite songs, from the latest hits to beloved classics. You can also watch a variety of performance scenes and music videos from the BanG Dream! anime series. Plus, the latest tracks from fan-favorite bands MyGO!!!!! and Ave Mujica will be available first in Our Notes! 【BanG Dream! Songs】 ・Mayoiuta / MyGO!!!!! ・KiLLKiSS / Ave Mujica ・Haruhikage (MyGO!!!!! ver.) / MyGO!!!!! ・MUGEN MY WORLD / Mugendai MewType ・Kishi Kaisen / millsage ・Homie’s Tie!! / Ikka Dumb Rock! ...and many more 【Hit Covers】 ・Charles / MyGO!!!!! ・A Cruel Angel's Thesis / Ave Mujica ・Orion wo Nazoru / Mugendai MewType ・Pretender / millsage ・Ikenai Taiyou / Ikka Dumb Rock! ...and many more More cover songs will be coming up soon! ◆New Stories Woven by Five Bands◆ Alongside MyGO!!!!!, Ave Mujica, and Mugendai MewType, millsage and Ikka Dumb Rock! also join the stage! With the Cinematic Story System, characters move vividly with rich expressions, just like in a movie or anime. Special scenes also feature animated sequences, including all-new cuts. A wide range of visual effects and illustrated scenes come together to deliver a spectacularly renewed story experience. Relive the familiar anime stories of MyGO!!!!!, Ave Mujica, and Mugendai MewType from the game-exclusive perspective. You can also enjoy special episodes that continue the anime stories, available exclusively in Our Notes. Meanwhile, millsage and Ikka Dumb Rock! will unfold completely original stories from the very beginning. Experience vibrant stories woven by five distinctive bands and a total of 25 unique members. ◆Official Website◆ https://bdon.biligames.com/?lang=en-us ©BanG Dream! Project ©FROMTOKYO ©Bushiroad. Published by BILIBILI HK LIMITED

Screenshots

Paradigm4 screens
BanG Dream! Our Notes4 screens

Verdict

The call

Paradigm and BanG Dream! Our Notes both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 81% of Paradigm's written reviews are positive against 65% of BanG Dream! Our Notes's. BanG Dream! Our Notes's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks) and chart position (#9 vs #171). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Paradigm sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and BanG Dream! Our Notes sells 10 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 Paradigm against 4.7 for BanG Dream! Our Notes. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 269 and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of Paradigm's written reviews are positive against 65% of BanG Dream! Our Notes's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Paradigm ships an update every 3 weeks, BanG Dream! Our Notes every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Paradigm versus BanG Dream! Our Notes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterParadigmBanG Dream! Our Notes
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (269 ratings) — better4.7 (1.1K ratings)
Positive reviews81.4% of reviews — better64.6% of reviews
Number of ratings2691.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#171#9 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size1.2 GB452 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperXiamen TunerGames Network Technology Co., Ltd.BILIBILI HK LIMITED

Customer experience

Paradigm

All ratings268 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral3.4%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews129 reviews
Positive81.4%
Neutral7.8%
Negative10.9%

BanG Dream! Our Notes

All ratings1,074 ratings
Positive92.1%
Neutral2.7%
Negative5.2%
Written reviews192 reviews
Positive64.6%
Neutral12.5%
Negative22.9%

Bugs and requests

Paradigm

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Login screen freezes
  • Rewards button causing performance issues
  • Inconsistent save data syncing
  • Difficulty unlocking purchased content

Requested features

5 requests
  • Offline mode
  • More difficulty options
  • Improved new player onboarding
  • Expanded song library
  • Smoother account management

BanG Dream! Our Notes

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Paradigm

One-time10
  • Single "Encore"$0.99
  • Single "On And On!!"$0.99
  • Single "Subterranean Blastoff"$0.99
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  • 20 Active Crystal$0.99
  • Side Album "Duplex Fusion"$3.99
  • Side Album "Still Existence"$3.99
  • Main Story Album Chapter 2$4.99
  • 110 Active Crystal$4.99
  • 450 Active Crystal$19.99
  • 1200 Active Crystal$49.99
10 purchases

BanG Dream! Our Notes

One-time10
  • Chat Bubble & Frame Pack$1.99
  • Event Premium Mission Pass$2.49
  • Concert Mission Pass$5.99
Show 7 more
  • 6-Stamp Set$6.99
  • Star Gacha Ticket×10$12.99
  • SSR Guaranteed Pack$19.99
  • Our Notes Pass ~Premium~$19.99
  • 8450 Stars (+8000 First-Time)$59.99
  • Limited-Time-SSR Pack$59.99
  • Starx8450$59.99

Questions

Is Paradigm free?
Paradigm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BanG Dream! Our Notes free?
BanG Dream! Our Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Paradigm or BanG Dream! Our Notes?
Paradigm is rated higher. Paradigm averages 4.7 out of 5 from 269 ratings, while BanG Dream! Our Notes averages 4.7 from 1.1K ratings.
Do Paradigm or BanG Dream! Our Notes have ads?
Neither Paradigm nor BanG Dream! Our Notes shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Paradigm or BanG Dream! Our Notes?
Paradigm ships an update every 3 weeks, and BanG Dream! Our Notes every 9 days. Most recently, Paradigm was updated on November 3, 2026 and BanG Dream! Our Notes on November 5, 2026.
Which is more popular, Paradigm or BanG Dream! Our Notes?
Paradigm currently peaks at #171 in the App Store charts, and BanG Dream! Our Notes at #9. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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