# RESIDENT EVIL 2 vs Snapwave

The clearest difference is rating: Snapwave at 5.0 against RESIDENT EVIL 2's 3.9. Snapwave also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 60%) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months). RESIDENT EVIL 2's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (653 vs 4). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RESIDENT EVIL 2 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Snapwave sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Snapwave holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RESIDENT EVIL 2 has 653 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of RESIDENT EVIL 2's written reviews are positive against 100% of Snapwave's.

RESIDENT EVIL 2 ships an update every 2 months, Snapwave every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RESIDENT EVIL 2 | Snapwave |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (653 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/resident-evil-2/id1640632432/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snapwave-reflex-rush/id6791983361/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **653** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 59.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 700 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CAPCOM](https://appshunter.io/developer/308807391) | [HammerBit](https://appshunter.io/developer/1802996906) |

## What reviewers say

### RESIDENT EVIL 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/resident-evil-2/id1640632432)

Experience survival horror in a city overrun by zombies. A deadly virus has turned residents into flesh-eating monsters, and you must fight for survival. Unravel a gripping storyline filled with unimaginable horrors.

**Highlights:** Survival horror gameplay, Gripping storyline, Zombie-infested city setting, Controller recommended for optimal experience, Cross-device save data synchronization

**Features:** Game Controller support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All In-game Rewards Unlocked | $4.99 | one-time |
| Base Game | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 👍 Excellent port quality
- 💡 Customizable graphics settings
- 🎮 Good controller support
- 🔥 Impressive graphics and visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🎮 Controller button mapping issues
- 🔍 Lack of full-screen option
- 🔌 Internet connection required to play

**Reported bugs**

- Saves not working properly
- Game freezing or crashing
- Weapons not functioning after reloading

**Requested features**

- Add PlayStation controller button icons
- Improve touch screen controls
- Bring more Resident Evil titles to Apple platforms


### Snapwave

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snapwave-reflex-rush/id6791983361)

Master precise timing to tap a wave as it meets a ring. Score perfect hits to create unique melodies and unlock new visual styles. Challenge friends and climb leaderboards in this addictive, one-tap reflex game.

**Highlights:** One-tap timing gameplay, Dynamic wave patterns, Perfect hit chaining, Customizable game melodies, Unlockable skins and instruments, Leaderboard challenges, Daily missions and career ladders

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Lives | $0.99 | one-time |
| Handful of Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RESIDENT EVIL 2 free?

RESIDENT EVIL 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Snapwave free?

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

### Which has better reviews, RESIDENT EVIL 2 or Snapwave?

Snapwave is rated higher. RESIDENT EVIL 2 averages 3.9 out of 5 from 653 ratings, while Snapwave averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do RESIDENT EVIL 2 or Snapwave have ads?

Snapwave shows ads; RESIDENT EVIL 2 does not.

### Which is updated more often, RESIDENT EVIL 2 or Snapwave?

RESIDENT EVIL 2 ships an update every 2 months, and Snapwave every 6 days. Most recently, RESIDENT EVIL 2 was updated on October 30, 2026 and Snapwave 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.*