# DARKEST DAYS vs HYDE RUN(EN)

The clearest difference is review sentiment: HYDE RUN(EN) at 100% against DARKEST DAYS's 56%. HYDE RUN(EN) also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). DARKEST DAYS's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (414 vs 25). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DARKEST DAYS sells 37 one-off in-app purchases and HYDE RUN(EN) sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

HYDE RUN(EN) holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DARKEST DAYS has 414 ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of DARKEST DAYS's written reviews are positive against 100% of HYDE RUN(EN)'s.

## The numbers

| Metric | DARKEST DAYS | HYDE RUN(EN) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (414 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darkest-days/id1640452951/reviews) | **[5.0 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hyde-runen/id6472298230/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **414** | 25 |
| Positive reviews | 56.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3.4 GB | 272 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NHN Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/708107055) | [Phoenixx Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529522758) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### HYDE RUN(EN)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hyde-runen/id6472298230)

Experience a fast-paced parkour runner game set in NEO TOKYO, featuring simple swipe controls and dynamic stages. Collect items to customize your own virtual room and immerse yourself in the world of artist HYDE.

**Highlights:** Simple swipe controls, Cool parkour action, Dynamic, changing stages, Room customization, Collectible items, NEO TOKYO world theme

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Beginner Support Set | $0.99 | one-time |
| 666set | $3.99 | one-time |
| White Nosleeve Jumpsuit Set | $40.99 | one-time |
| Modern Table Set | $40.99 | one-time |
| Japanese style furniture set | $40.99 | one-time |
| Black Nosleeve Jumpsuit Set | $40.99 | one-time |
| Black Longsleeve Jumpsuit Set | $40.99 | one-time |
| Luxurious sofa set | $40.99 | one-time |
| KUROMISA BIRTHDAY Costume Set | $40.99 | one-time |
| HYDE's Microphone stand | $44.99 | one-time |
| Bat Jimbei Costume Set | $44.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DARKEST DAYS free?

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

### Is HYDE RUN(EN) free?

HYDE RUN(EN) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DARKEST DAYS or HYDE RUN(EN)?

HYDE RUN(EN) is rated higher. DARKEST DAYS averages 4.1 out of 5 from 414 ratings, while HYDE RUN(EN) averages 5.0 from 25 ratings.

### Do DARKEST DAYS or HYDE RUN(EN) have ads?

HYDE RUN(EN) shows ads; DARKEST DAYS does not.

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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.*