Comparison

NetHack vs Melon Racer

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

Head to head
About

NetHack

Embark on a legendary dungeon-crawling adventure with this classic roguelike game. Explore vast levels, battle monsters, and uncover hidden secrets. Enjoy a faithful port with modern touch controls and graphical options.

Highlights
  • ASCII or graphics mode
  • Touch-based movement and commands
  • Gesture-based command system
  • Pinch-to-zoom graphics
  • Faithful NetHack experience
  • Multiple tile sets
Features
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One of the deepest, richest gameplay found in any game on any platform, NetHack is a cult classic since its release in 1987, and has since spawned many descendants (including Diablo). gandreas software now presents this classic for the iPhone/iPod Touch: - Playable in either "ASCII" mode, or graphics mode (just rotate the device to switch) - Obscure keyboard commands replaced with a simple taps for movement, or a handy command picker. - Commands can also be activated by a unique gesture based command - want to search for a secret door? Swipe across the top of the play area (all the gestures are shown on the command picker for easy reference) - Graphics can be zoomed in/out via pinch - Completely faithful NetHack experience (all the levels, monsters, potions, scrolls, etc...) - iPhone UI - standard scrolling lists, pickers, etc... - Multiple tiles sets, from the classic to the sublime - Never see a keyboard unless you are doing something like typing in a name! Can you retrieve the Amulet of Yendor and return to the surface?

About

Melon Racer

Experience a thrilling revival of a classic racing game mode, now on mobile. Compete with friends or players worldwide in exhilarating races featuring dynamic obstacles and new challenges. Enjoy regular updates with new tracks and events for a continuously evolving experience.

Highlights
  • Classic racing game mode revival
  • Multiplayer racing with friends and worldwide
  • Mix of classic and new tracks
  • Dynamic obstacles and interactive course elements
  • Competitive and cooperative modes
  • Regular content updates
Features
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Melon Racer is a thrilling revival of the beloved game mode from Garry's Mod, is now rolling onto mobile platforms! Initially introduced by Garry Newman in GMod 9 and remade for GM11, this iconic racer has been reimagined for a new generation of players. Engage in a zesty world where melons aren't just fruits – they're high-speed racers in a world of exhilarating competition. Classic Roots, Modern Twists: Inspired by the original Melon Racer from GMod, this mobile version preserves the charm and simplicity of racing melons, enhanced with modern graphics and gameplay elements suitable for mobile gaming. Nostalgic Track and New Challenge: Race through a mix of classic track reminiscent of the original game mode and brand-new courses designed exclusively for the mobile experience. Each track is a blend of creativity, challenge, and fun. Multiplayer Racing: Compete against friends or challenge racers worldwide. The mobile version brings together the GMod community and new fans in an accessible, fast-paced multiplayer environment. Dynamic Elements: True to the spirit of Garry's Mod, expect unexpected twists during races - spontaneous obstacles, power-ups, and interactive course elements that keep every race unique and exciting. Competitive and Cooperative Modes: Engage in both competitive races and cooperative challenges. Work together to beat course records or battle it out for first place. Regular Content Updates: Keeping the game fresh and engaging, regular updates introduce new tracks, customization options, and special events, ensuring a continually evolving racing experience. Melon Racer on mobile is a homage to its GMod legacy, redefining the classic game mode for a new era. It's a perfect blend of nostalgia and innovation, offering an engaging, fun-filled racing experience that both long-time fans and newcomers will enjoy. Gear up for a whimsical ride where strategy, speed, and a dash of luck pave the way to victory!

Screenshots

NetHack4 screens
Melon Racer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Melon Racer at 100% against NetHack's 25%. Melon Racer also leads on rating (4.6 vs 2.8) and monetization model (ad-supported vs paid). NetHack's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1K vs 13). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Melon Racer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NetHack has 1K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of NetHack's written reviews are positive against 100% of Melon Racer's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 3 level
NetHack versus Melon Racer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNetHackMelon Racer
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (1K ratings)4.6 (13 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1K — better13
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS2.2 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB171 MB
Age rating9+4+
Developergandreas softwareAidyn Ilyas

Customer experience

NetHack

All ratings1,005 ratings
Positive34.9%
Neutral17.5%
Negative47.6%
Written reviews124 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral9.7%
Negative65.3%

Melon Racer

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

NetHack

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes on call/exit
  • Unable to recover from crashes
  • Freezes on character creation
  • Compatibility problems with iPhone 6 and iOS 8+

Requested features

4 requests
  • Update to support latest iOS versions
  • Add option to edit configuration files
  • Implement multiple character support
  • Improve stability and save functionality

Melon Racer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

NetHack

No in-app purchases

None

Melon Racer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NetHack free?
NetHack is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Melon Racer free?
Melon Racer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, NetHack or Melon Racer?
Melon Racer is rated higher. NetHack averages 2.8 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Melon Racer averages 4.6 from 13 ratings.
Do NetHack or Melon Racer have ads?
Melon Racer shows ads; NetHack does not.

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