# Destiny Run vs Flashback

Destiny Run and Flashback both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 60% of Destiny Run's written reviews are positive against 48% of Flashback's. Flashback's advantage is chart position (#13 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Destiny Run sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Flashback sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. 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 Destiny Run against 4.6 for Flashback. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 195K and 171K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of Destiny Run's written reviews are positive against 48% of Flashback's.

Destiny Run ships an update every 2 months, Flashback every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Destiny Run | Flashback |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (195K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/destiny-run/id1576885656/reviews) | [4.6 (171K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashback-tricky-fun-riddles/id1630338576/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **195K** | 171K |
| Positive reviews | **60.2% of reviews** | 47.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#13** |
| Size | 305 MB | 520 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Voodoo](https://appshunter.io/developer/714804730) | [Radiant Cat Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1691870591) |

## What reviewers say

### Destiny Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/destiny-run/id1576885656)

Make life choices to determine your afterlife path. Decide whether to be merciful or wicked, and see if your soul ascends to heaven or descends to hell in this judgment-themed runner game.

**Highlights:** Choose Angel or Demon path, Make life choices, Determine afterlife destination, Judgment day simulation, Runner gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and entertaining game
- 🕹️ Interesting gameplay and character choices
- 👍 Good graphics and visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Too many ads
- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 🤔 Stereotypical character representations
- 🚫 Misleading advertising claims

**Reported bugs**

- Character getting stuck or falling through the ground
- Inability to progress past certain levels
- Ads not working as intended

**Requested features**

- More customization options for characters
- Longer gameplay levels
- Reduce ad frequency
- Fix glitches and bugs


### Flashback

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashback-tricky-fun-riddles/id1630338576)

**Currently charting:** #13 Top Free · Adventure, #132 Top Free · Puzzle (US App Store)

Engage your mind with a unique puzzle game that challenges your thinking skills. Solve intricate riddles and IQ tests by manipulating time to uncover clues and reveal hidden truths. Prove your intelligence and become a master riddle solver.

**Highlights:** Time control gameplay, Challenging clues, Hundreds of puzzles, Brain training, Unique scenarios, Logical IQ tests

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Membership2 | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 5 Hint | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5 Skip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All | $1.99 | one-time |
| Spin the Wheel | $1.99 | one-time |
| Moon's Limited Discount! | $2.99 | one-time |
| Moon's Golden Discount! | $3.99 | one-time |
| No ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Moon's Lucky Package | $5.99 | one-time |
| Moon's Detective Package | $5.99 | one-time |
| Moon's Rich Package | $5.99 | one-time |
| Moon's Gold Package | $6.99 | one-time |
| Moon's Ultimate Package | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Helps improve problem-solving skills
- 🎮 Fun and entertaining gameplay
- 🧠 Challenges the mind
- 🕹️ Enjoyable for passing time

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚧 Too many ads, disruptive to gameplay
- 💰 Paywall for removing ads
- 🐛 Glitches and freezing issues
- 🤔 Levels can be too easy

**Reported bugs**

- Levels not progressing after completing
- Incorrect or unhelpful hints
- Inability to click on correct answers

**Requested features**

- More challenging levels
- Ability to skip ads
- Expand level selection beyond 301
- Meaningful use for in-game currency


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Destiny Run free?

Destiny Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Flashback free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Destiny Run or Flashback?

Destiny Run and Flashback are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 195K and 171K ratings respectively.

### Do Destiny Run or Flashback have ads?

Both Destiny Run and Flashback show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Destiny Run or Flashback?

Destiny Run ships an update every 2 months, and Flashback every 4 weeks. Most recently, Destiny Run was updated on October 14, 2026 and Flashback on October 14, 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.*