# Once Human vs Blue Protocol

The clearest difference is update cadence: Once Human at monthly against Blue Protocol's every 2 months. Once Human also leads on chart position (#52 vs unranked) and ratings volume (18K vs 4.7K). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Once Human sells 16 one-off in-app purchases and Blue Protocol sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Once Human against 4.7 for Blue Protocol. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18K and 4.7K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 58% of Once Human's written reviews are positive against 52% of Blue Protocol's.

Once Human ships an update monthly, Blue Protocol every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Once Human | Blue Protocol |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/once-human/id1573906210/reviews) | **[4.7 (4.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blue-protocol-star-resonance/id6744962482/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 4.7K |
| Positive reviews | **58.0% of reviews** | 52.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#52** | — |
| Size | 3.7 GB | 3.3 GB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [NETEASE INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT PTE. LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1485225410) | [A PLUS JAPAN Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1489924877) |

## What reviewers say

### Once Human

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

**Currently charting:** #52 Top Free · Adventure, #61 Top Grossing · Adventure, #64 Top Free · Role Playing, #117 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


### Blue Protocol

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blue-protocol-star-resonance/id6744962482)

Embark on an anime-style MMORPG adventure in a vast fantasy world. Explore, customize your character, and team up with friends for challenging raids and social activities. Enjoy a rich open world with diverse combat roles and extensive character customization.

**Highlights:** Anime-style fantasy world, Vast open-world exploration, Deep character customization, Dynamic combat roles, Multiplayer party raids, Guild activities and social events

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rose Orb Pack 60 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Street Skater | $0.99 | one-time |
| Airona's Special | $2.99 | one-time |
| Rose Orb Pack 300 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Monthly Card | $4.99 | one-time |
| Rose Orb Pack 980 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Ember Pass Ⅰ - Supreme | $19.99 | one-time |
| Void Pass Ⅰ - Supreme | $19.99 | one-time |
| Dream Pass Ⅰ - Supreme | $19.99 | one-time |
| Void Pass Ⅱ - Supreme | $19.99 | one-time |
| Rose Orb Pack 1980 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Rose Orb Pack 3280 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Rose Orb Pack 6480 | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great combination of RPG and anime-like characters
- 👍 Unique character customization
- 🚀 Hype for the game release

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Update failed due to insufficient storage
- 🐛 Some bugs reported

**Reported bugs**

- Update failed due to insufficient storage
- Some bugs reported

**Requested features**

- None


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Once Human free?

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

### Is Blue Protocol free?

Blue Protocol is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Once Human or Blue Protocol?

Blue Protocol is rated higher. Once Human averages 4.6 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while Blue Protocol averages 4.7 from 4.7K ratings.

### Do Once Human or Blue Protocol have ads?

Neither Once Human nor Blue Protocol shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Once Human or Blue Protocol?

Once Human ships an update monthly, and Blue Protocol every 2 months. Most recently, Once Human was updated on October 26, 2026 and Blue Protocol on October 26, 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.*