# Once Human vs DARKEST DAYS

The clearest difference is rating: Once Human at 4.6 against DARKEST DAYS's 4.1. Once Human also leads on ratings volume (18K vs 414) and chart position (#47 vs unranked). DARKEST DAYS's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Once Human sells 16 one-off in-app purchases and DARKEST DAYS sells 37 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Once Human holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Once Human has 18K ratings behind it against 414, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Once Human's written reviews are positive against 56% of DARKEST DAYS's.

Once Human ships an update monthly, DARKEST DAYS every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Once Human | DARKEST DAYS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/once-human/id1573906210/reviews)** | [4.1 (414 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darkest-days/id1640452951/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 414 |
| Positive reviews | **58.0% of reviews** | 56.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#47** | — |
| Size | 3.7 GB | 3.4 GB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [NETEASE INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT PTE. LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1485225410) | [NHN Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/708107055) |

## What reviewers say

### Once Human

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/once-human/id1573906210)

**Currently charting:** #47 Top Free · Adventure, #57 Top Free · Role Playing, #69 Top Grossing · Adventure, #139 Top Grossing · Role Playing (US App Store)

Embark on a multiplayer survival adventure in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by an alien substance. Team up with friends to battle monstrous creatures, build a sanctuary, and uncover the truth behind the world's collapse. Harness supernatural powers to fight, rebuild, or dominate.

**Highlights:** Multiplayer open-world survival, Post-apocalyptic setting, Base building and customization, Battle monstrous aberrations, Harness supernatural powers, Team up with friends, Collect and train Deviation Pals

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Shining New Star Selection Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Abyssal Whale Dream Gift Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 60 Crystgin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Shining Newbie Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 330 Crystgin | $4.99 | one-time |
| Meta Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass (Advanced) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass (Upgrade) | $13.99 | one-time |
| 1090 Crystgin | $14.99 | one-time |
| Golden Accord: Astral Ride | $14.99 | one-time |
| Reward Covenant | $19.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass (Deluxe) | $21.49 | one-time |
| Battle Pass  (Deluxe) | $23.99 | one-time |
| 2280 Crystgin | $29.99 | one-time |
| 3880 Crystgin | $49.99 | one-time |
| 7880 Crystgin | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game with immersive graphics
- 👍 Solid gameplay mechanics
- 💡 Unique and challenging features
- 🎮 Enjoyable on both PC and mobile

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional performance and graphics issues
- 🔋 High storage requirements on mobile
- 🕹️ Lack of controller support on mobile

**Reported bugs**

- Network errors preventing login
- Stuck on character creation screen
- Persistent bugs with garage and storage

**Requested features**

- Improved mobile controls and responsiveness
- More customization options for character and base
- Seamless cross-platform progression


### DARKEST DAYS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darkest-days/id1640452951)

Explore a post-apocalyptic open world filled with zombies, uncover the virus's origin, and build a sanctuary. Survive by scavenging, crafting, and fighting hordes with various vehicles and weapons. Engage in both cooperative and competitive multiplayer modes.

**Highlights:** Open-world exploration, Vehicle collection and upgrades, Zombie combat, Base building and community management, Multiplayer modes (co-op and PvP), Story progression

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

**In-app purchases (37)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Beginner-Only Lucky Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Basic Construction Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 50 Red Diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| 100 Red Diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| S3. Surprise Upgrade Pack | $2.49 | one-time |
| Silvermoon Beach Outfit | $2.49 | one-time |
| Bulletproof Catcher Outfit | $2.49 | one-time |
| 250 Red Diamonds | $3.99 | one-time |
| Barracks Construction Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| 500 Red Diamonds | $3.99 | one-time |
| Standard Membership | $3.99 | one-time |
| Material Pack 1 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Ltd. Facility Blueprint Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Resident Level-Up Pack I | $6.99 | one-time |
| Premium Membership | $9.99 | one-time |
| Weapon Upgrade Pack | $11.99 | one-time |
| 870 Red Diamonds | $12.99 | one-time |
| 1,740 Red Diamonds | $12.99 | one-time |
| Resident Level-Up Pack II | $12.99 | one-time |
| Limited Equipment Upgrade Pack 1 | $24.99 | one-time |
| S12 Pass | $24.99 | one-time |
| 1,800 Red Diamonds | $24.99 | one-time |
| Kyla Jane | $24.99 | one-time |
| Luna Bloody | $24.99 | one-time |
| Community Pass S4 | $24.99 | one-time |
| Community Pass S3 | $24.99 | one-time |
| Special Enhancement Pack III | $24.99 | one-time |
| 3,600 Red Diamonds | $24.99 | one-time |
| Resident Level-Up Pack III | $24.99 | one-time |
| Scenario Pack | $24.99 | one-time |
| Limited Equipment Upgrade Pack 2 | $44.99 | one-time |
| 3,200 Red Diamonds | $44.99 | one-time |
| Limited Material Pack 2 | $44.99 | one-time |
| 6,400 Red Diamonds | $44.99 | one-time |
| Limited Advanced Weapon Pack | $44.99 | one-time |
| Limited Special Weapon Pack | $89.99 | one-time |
| Limited Combat Manual Pack | $89.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Open world zombie survival
- 👍 Great graphics
- 👍 Controller support
- 👍 Short load times
- 👍 Smooth inventory management

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Performance issues and lags
- 🐛 Excessive gas consumption
- 🐛 Difficulty in solo play

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when looting
- Game stays at loading screen
- Glitches and inconsistencies

**Requested features**

- Controller support
- Ability to turn off invites


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Once Human free?

Once Human is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DARKEST DAYS free?

DARKEST DAYS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Once Human or DARKEST DAYS?

Once Human is rated higher. Once Human averages 4.6 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while DARKEST DAYS averages 4.1 from 414 ratings.

### Do Once Human or DARKEST DAYS have ads?

Neither Once Human nor DARKEST DAYS shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Once Human or DARKEST DAYS?

Once Human ships an update monthly, and DARKEST DAYS every 9 days. Most recently, Once Human was updated on October 26, 2026 and DARKEST DAYS on October 25, 2026.

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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.*