Comparison

Fire in the dark vs TypeHiker

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

Head to head
About

Fire in the dark

Experience a thrilling text adventure where your choices determine survival. Navigate a dark forest with three strangers, each with their own motives. Make critical decisions to uncover the path to safety amidst numerous deadly outcomes.

Highlights
  • Branching narrative with 110 death paths
  • Multiple playable protagonists
  • Atmospheric soundscape and minimalist graphics
  • Decision-based gameplay
  • Plot progression and replayability
  • Unlockable characters
Features
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Three men are sitting in the forest. Neither do they know each other, nor do they know where they are. But one thing is clear: not all of them will survive this night. Experience the night from the perspective of one of the three men and make decisions that will (maybe) let you survive this night. Each has their own personality, their own goals and their own ideas. It won't be easy to find the right path. In addition to 110 plot lines that lead to certain death, there are 3 that ensure survival. "Fire in the Dark" is a text adventure with atmospheric ambience. A sophisticated design and soundscape assist in an enjoyable reading and decision-making experience. The graphic depictions are minimalist and hint at what is happening. Pictorially described, violent actions are written in text form. There are 4 protagonists: The First ... He is tall and strong. His mind is simple. The second ... The second man is the small one, very nervous by nature. The third ... The third is nothing special. Not tall, not short. He seems mediocre. The narrative voice ... It accompanies you away from the night. [ Usage ] - touch the screen to continue with the text - decisions are marked with a triangular icon - between some game decisions cutscenes are shown - if a cutscene was shown, it can be replayed by touching the top text - if plot points are known, the possibility to go back in the plot is shown in the upper left corner of the screen - a reached death is indicated with a briefly faded in symbol - after an experienced death there are the possibilities: a) Start the action from the beginning b) Return to the last decision c) Share the described ending with friends d) To view the whole storyline clearly e) To change the character - after successfully surviving the night, all un/known endings and the frequency of dying are listed - if the big one is successfully completed, the small one is unlocked - if the small one is successfully completed, the other one is unlocked The game took a lot of time and work. I ask for your understanding, that the one or other time advertising must be switched, in order to be able to earn some money for our work. But don't worry. The advertising is placed in a way that it does not disturb the flow of the game. Have fun and a happy horror! PS. It was translated automatically. The original language is German. I apologize if any inconvenience occurs.

About

TypeHiker

Features
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Seeking a momentary escape from the everyday? TypeHiker offers a serene dive into the realm of text adventures. Drawing from timeless tales, our narratives are a gentle nod to the past, perfect for both the nostalgic and those new to the format. Pocket-Sized Tales: Delve into stories designed for brief moments of respite in your day. Each tale is a chance to pause, reflect, and immerse in a different world. Zen Exploration: Experience calm and curiosity as you navigate our narratives, finding pockets of tranquility amidst the unfolding mysteries. Regular Updates: New adventures are added to our collection, allowing you to explore both free and subscription-based tales. Innovative Command System: We've reimagined the classic text adventure for the modern age. With our mobile-friendly command typing system, you can effortlessly interact with the narrative, keeping the emphasis on reading and writing. No more fumbling with keyboards; just pure, streamlined storytelling. Dive in and experience the evolution of text-based adventures with TypeHiker. Terms of Use: https://www.deurell-labs.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://deurell-labs.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

Fire in the dark4 screens
TypeHiker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Fire in the dark at none against TypeHiker's 4. Fire in the dark also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). TypeHiker's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 4 months). On price there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. TypeHiker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Fire in the dark asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fire in the dark ships an update every 4 months, TypeHiker every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences ยท 3 level
Fire in the dark versus TypeHiker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFire in the darkTypeHiker
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviewsโ€”
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 10 days โ€” better
AdsYesNo โ€” better
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
MonetizationAd-supportedโ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 โ€” better16.4
Further details โ€” not scored
Size68 MB68 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperGlindemann, Sennoun, Langer GbRDeurell Labs AB

In-app purchases

None

Fire in the dark

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

TypeHiker

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Subscription$0.491 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$6.991 Year
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  • Yearly Subscription$14.991 Year

Questions

Is Fire in the dark free?
Fire in the dark is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TypeHiker free?
TypeHiker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Fire in the dark or TypeHiker have ads?
Fire in the dark shows ads; TypeHiker does not.
Which is updated more often, Fire in the dark or TypeHiker?
Fire in the dark ships an update every 4 months, and TypeHiker every 10 days. Most recently, Fire in the dark was updated on November 3, 2026 and TypeHiker on October 27, 2026.

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