Comparison

DARKEST DAYS vs Harekat 2

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DARKEST DAYS

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
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The world has become a wasteland due to a sudden zombie virus outbreak. You will start as a fragile survivor in this world, overcoming various threats around you and uncovering the secret of the zombie virus. A Vast, Living Open World Explore every corner of the seamless open world offered by DARKEST DAYS. The apocalyptic world, realistically rendered, delivers an immersive experience. Your journey begins in the desolate town of Sand Creek, where death fills the air. From desert villages to snow-covered islands and charming resort cities, explore the diverse themed open world, uncover the origins of the zombie virus, and write your own story. A Variety of Vehicles for Survival in the Open World Explore the vast open world of DARKEST DAYS using a range of vehicles. From everyday family cars once used before the apocalypse to powerful trucks and specialized vehicles like police cars and ambulances, you can utilize modes of transportation to navigate the wasteland. Vehicles can also be used to plow through hordes of zombies. Collect different vehicles and upgrade them with apocalypse-ready modifications to enhance their survival potential. Surviving the Endless Zombie Threat In DARKEST DAYS, a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a massive zombie outbreak, you'll face terrifying undead creatures that constantly threaten your survival. These zombies exhibit aggressive behavior and unpredictable movement, sometimes using different attack patterns to hunt you down. To survive, you must use every means available. Take them out one by one with precise shooting or unleash devastating firepower with explosives to wipe out entire hordes. Build Your Own Sanctuary With Residents In a world full of dangers, you can construct your own shelter to survive. Recruit various survivors who have endured the apocalypse to form a community with you. Build facilities for survival with their help to create a safer haven. Recruited residents can enhance your shelter's production efficiency or become reliable companions in combat and exploration. Diverse and Immersive Multiplayer Experiences Beyond the tense single-player mode, DARKEST DAYS offers dense and engaging multiplayer modes. Team up with other players to survive endless waves of zombies, or take on terrifying giant mutant zombies to earn rewards. However, cooperation isn’t the only path to survival. Venture into competitive combat zones to compete against others for rare resources while experiencing thrilling battles. When it comes to survival, there is no single right answer.

About

Harekat 2

Engage in realistic military combat on a vast open-world map. Utilize authentic equipment and vehicles to complete missions, strategize with friends, and experience dynamic weather and day-night cycles. Customize weapons and gear for an immersive warfare simulation.

Highlights
  • Realistic battlefield simulation
  • Open-world map
  • Authentic military equipment and vehicles
  • Day-night cycles and weather effects
  • Weapon and vehicle customization
  • Multiplayer convoy and battles
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"Harekat 2" is a realistic military simulation game designed based on the feedback of "Harekat TTZA" players. Explore the challenges and strategies of fighting on a realistic battlefield and complete combat missions with military equipment and vehicles used in real life to improve your skills. Form a convoy with your friends on a massive open-world map and engage in battles on the ground. Experience the ultimate warfare with realistic day-night cycles and weather conditions. Join the operation in rainy, foggy, or sunny weather. Purchase over 13 vehicles, customize more than 9 weapons, and acquire dozens of military equipment to start fighting. With its graphics, sound effects, and realistic gameplay mechanics, Harekat 2 offers an immersive experience for players who love military simulations. It is an ideal game for military simulation enthusiasts.

Screenshots

DARKEST DAYS4 screens
Harekat 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: DARKEST DAYS at none against Harekat 2's shown. DARKEST DAYS also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.9) and update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DARKEST DAYS sells 37 one-off in-app purchases and Harekat 2 sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DARKEST DAYS holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 420 and 394 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 56% and 56% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DARKEST DAYS ships an update every 9 days, Harekat 2 monthly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
DARKEST DAYS versus Harekat 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDARKEST DAYSHarekat 2
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (420 ratings) — better3.9 (394 ratings)
Positive reviews56.1% of reviews56.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings420 — better394
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size3.4 GB1.6 GB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperNHN Corp.Devlaps Ltd.

Customer experience

DARKEST DAYS

All ratings354 ratings
Positive73.4%
Neutral8.2%
Negative18.4%
Written reviews221 reviews
Positive56.1%
Neutral16.7%
Negative27.1%

Harekat 2

All ratings361 ratings
Positive72.3%
Neutral7.2%
Negative20.5%
Written reviews523 reviews
Positive56.2%
Neutral15.5%
Negative28.3%

User reviews

DARKEST DAYS

From 420 App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Harekat 2

From 394 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Realistic military simulation
  • 👍 Customizable character and equipment
  • 🚗 Wide variety of vehicles
  • 🤖 Challenging AI opponents

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🕹️ Difficult controls and movement
  • 💰 Slow progression and high costs
  • 🌐 Optimization issues on some devices

Bugs and requests

DARKEST DAYS

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when looting
  • Game stays at loading screen
  • Glitches and inconsistencies

Requested features

2 requests
  • Controller support
  • Ability to turn off invites

Harekat 2

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Vehicles getting stuck in terrain
  • Crashing on launch or during matches
  • Inconsistent AI behavior
  • Networking issues and matchmaking problems

Requested features

6 requests
  • First-person mode
  • More mission variety
  • Ability to customize controls
  • Offline/single-player mode
  • Anti-cheat system
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  • Improved vehicle physics

In-app purchases

37 purchases

DARKEST DAYS

One-time37
  • Beginner-Only Lucky Pack$0.99
  • Basic Construction Pack$0.99
  • 50 Red Diamonds$0.99
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  • 100 Red Diamonds$0.99
  • S3. Surprise Upgrade Pack$2.49
  • Silvermoon Beach Outfit$2.49
  • Bulletproof Catcher Outfit$2.49
  • 250 Red Diamonds$3.99
  • Barracks Construction Pack$3.99
  • 500 Red Diamonds$3.99
  • Standard Membership$3.99
  • Material Pack 1$6.99
  • Ltd. Facility Blueprint Pack$6.99
  • Resident Level-Up Pack I$6.99
  • Premium Membership$9.99
  • Weapon Upgrade Pack$11.99
  • 870 Red Diamonds$12.99
  • 1,740 Red Diamonds$12.99
  • Resident Level-Up Pack II$12.99
  • Limited Equipment Upgrade Pack 1$24.99
  • S12 Pass$24.99
  • 1,800 Red Diamonds$24.99
  • Kyla Jane$24.99
  • Luna Bloody$24.99
  • Community Pass S4$24.99
  • Community Pass S3$24.99
  • Special Enhancement Pack III$24.99
  • 3,600 Red Diamonds$24.99
  • Resident Level-Up Pack III$24.99
  • Scenario Pack$24.99
  • Limited Equipment Upgrade Pack 2$44.99
  • 3,200 Red Diamonds$44.99
  • Limited Material Pack 2$44.99
  • 6,400 Red Diamonds$44.99
  • Limited Advanced Weapon Pack$44.99
  • Limited Special Weapon Pack$89.99
  • Limited Combat Manual Pack$89.99
6 purchases

Harekat 2

One-time6
  • 100 (HC) Harekat Coin$0.99
  • 315 (HC) Harekat Coin$1.99
  • 550 (HC) Harekat Coin$4.99
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  • 1200 (HC) Harekat Coin$9.99
  • 3125 (HC) Harekat Coin$24.99
  • 6750 (HC) Harekat Coin$49.99

Questions

Is DARKEST DAYS free?
DARKEST DAYS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Harekat 2 free?
Harekat 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DARKEST DAYS or Harekat 2?
DARKEST DAYS is rated higher. DARKEST DAYS averages 4.2 out of 5 from 420 ratings, while Harekat 2 averages 3.9 from 394 ratings.
Do DARKEST DAYS or Harekat 2 have ads?
Harekat 2 shows ads; DARKEST DAYS does not.
Which is updated more often, DARKEST DAYS or Harekat 2?
DARKEST DAYS ships an update every 9 days, and Harekat 2 monthly. Most recently, DARKEST DAYS was updated on October 30, 2026 and Harekat 2 on October 30, 2026.

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