# The Apocalypse Sacrifice vs Machine Yearning

The clearest difference is price: Machine Yearning at Free against The Apocalypse Sacrifice's $5.99. Machine Yearning also leads on ratings volume (57 vs 1). The Apocalypse Sacrifice's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Machine Yearning is free to download; The Apocalypse Sacrifice costs $5.99 up front. Machine Yearning sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. The Apocalypse Sacrifice asks for nothing beyond the download.

The Apocalypse Sacrifice holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Machine Yearning has 57 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Apocalypse Sacrifice | Machine Yearning |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $5.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-apocalypse-sacrifice/id1546965896/reviews)** | [4.8 (57 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/machine-yearning/id6476464472/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **57** |
| Positive reviews | — | 89.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#176** | — |
| Size | 1.3 GB | 166 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Keyuan Cheng](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546965898) | [Tiny Little Keys Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1726825490) |

## What reviewers say

### The Apocalypse Sacrifice

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-apocalypse-sacrifice/id1546965896)

**Currently charting:** #176 Top Paid · Word (US App Store)

Uncover a dark secret in a town where your choices determine your fate and personality. Engage in a unique combat system and explore diverse environments, piecing together the truth. This adventure blends retro 90s style with modern design.

**Highlights:** Choice-driven narrative, Personality testing, Unique combat mechanics, Retro 90s art style, Diverse environments, Puzzle solving, Story exploration

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Machine Yearning

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/machine-yearning/id6476464472)

Create your own language and test your memory in this unique word game. Solve puzzles by inventing definitions and recalling them to prove your authenticity. Features retro pixel art, multiple game modes, and unlockable content.

**Highlights:** Create custom languages, Memory recall challenges, Campaign, Timed, and Endless modes, Retro pixel art style, Unlockable hats and themes, Cognitive skill enhancement

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Hats | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Enjoyable and quick game
- 👍 Easy to understand
- 👍 Super cool art style and gameplay
- 🚀 No ads
- 👍 Challenging and fun

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Can't turn off haptics


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Apocalypse Sacrifice free?

The Apocalypse Sacrifice costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Machine Yearning free?

Machine Yearning is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, The Apocalypse Sacrifice or Machine Yearning?

The Apocalypse Sacrifice is rated higher. The Apocalypse Sacrifice averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Machine Yearning averages 4.8 from 57 ratings.

### Do The Apocalypse Sacrifice or Machine Yearning have ads?

Neither The Apocalypse Sacrifice nor Machine Yearning 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.*