# Game Dev Story vs Rebel Inc.

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Game Dev Story at none against Rebel Inc.'s 10. Game Dev Story also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). Rebel Inc.'s advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (42K vs 3K). On rating, review sentiment, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Game Dev Story costs $4.99 and Rebel Inc. $1.99 up front. Rebel Inc. sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Game Dev Story asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Game Dev Story against 4.8 for Rebel Inc.. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Rebel Inc. has 42K ratings behind it against 3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 96% of Game Dev Story's written reviews are positive against 89% of Rebel Inc.'s.

Game Dev Story ships an update every 4 months, Rebel Inc. monthly. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Game Dev Story | Rebel Inc. |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$1.99** |
| Rating | **[4.9 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/game-dev-story/id396085661/reviews)** | [4.8 (42K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rebel-inc/id1439187947/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3K | **42K** |
| Positive reviews | **95.8% of reviews** | 89.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #94 | **#47** |
| Size | 74 MB | 259 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Kairosoft Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/381477233) | [Ndemic Creations](https://appshunter.io/developer/525818842) |

## What reviewers say

### Game Dev Story

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/game-dev-story/id396085661)

**Currently charting:** #94 Top Paid · Strategy, #97 Top Paid · Simulation (US App Store)

Build your own game development studio from the ground up. Hire and train staff, research new genres, and develop hit games to conquer the industry. Create your own consoles and aim for a million-selling title.

**Highlights:** Manage game company, Develop own game console, Train staff members, Unlock new genres, Discover popular combinations, Develop for latest platforms

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun game
- 👍 Simple, creative, and fun
- 👍 Nostalgic and fun
- 👍 Relaxing and enjoyable
- 👍 Great time-killer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and crashes on newer devices
- 🐛 Lack of explanation for some mechanics
- 🐛 Difficulty in obtaining certain resources (e.g. hardware engineer)

**Reported bugs**

- Blackouts causing loss of progress
- Compatibility issues with newer devices
- Difficulty in obtaining certain resources

**Requested features**

- More consoles and game genres
- Ability to customize console designs
- Expanded content and longer playtime
- More staff and office options
- Improved late-game progression and challenges


### Rebel Inc.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rebel-inc/id1439187947)

**Currently charting:** #47 Top Paid · Strategy, #49 Top Paid · Simulation, #140 Top Paid · Games (US App Store)

Engage in a deep political and military simulation to stabilize a country after conflict. Balance military and civilian needs to gain public support and defeat insurgents. This critically acclaimed game offers a strategic challenge inspired by modern counter-insurgency.

**Highlights:** Stabilize 10 richly modeled regions, Counter insurgency tactics, Fund local government initiatives, Hyper-realistic world, Intelligent AI, 9 unique governors, Campaign mode operations

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Black Caves Expansion | $1.99 | one-time |
| The Azure Dam Expansion | $1.99 | one-time |
| Region Tour | $3.99 | one-time |
| Early Unlock Cheats (discount) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Campaign + Challenge | $4.99 | one-time |
| Command Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Command Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Early Unlock Cheats | $9.99 | one-time |
| All Advisors Unlock | $9.99 | one-time |
| Command Pack | $10.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great game
- 🚀 Solid gameplay
- 💡 Unique concept
- 🎨 Beautiful graphics
- 🧠 Challenging and strategic

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Insurgents too powerful
- 🕰️ Slow progress/reputation loss
- 💰 Difficult without paying for extras
- 🤯 Overwhelming difficulty
- 🤖 Unbalanced AI/mechanics

**Reported bugs**

- Insurgents escaping too easily
- Reputation loss issues
- Inconsistent difficulty scaling

**Requested features**

- More map/scenario options
- Ability to play as insurgents
- Customizable military units
- Improved tutorial/explanations
- Ability to save/continue games


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Game Dev Story free?

Game Dev Story costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Rebel Inc. free?

Rebel Inc. costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Game Dev Story or Rebel Inc.?

Game Dev Story is rated higher. Game Dev Story averages 4.9 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while Rebel Inc. averages 4.8 from 42K ratings.

### Do Game Dev Story or Rebel Inc. have ads?

Neither Game Dev Story nor Rebel Inc. shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Game Dev Story or Rebel Inc.?

Game Dev Story ships an update every 4 months, and Rebel Inc. monthly. Most recently, Game Dev Story was updated on November 8, 2026 and Rebel Inc. on November 8, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Game Dev Story or Rebel Inc.?

Game Dev Story currently peaks at #94 in the App Store charts, and Rebel Inc. at #47. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*