# The Wiki Game! vs Machine Yearning

The clearest difference is price: Machine Yearning at Free against The Wiki Game!'s $1.99. Machine Yearning also leads on review sentiment (89% vs 74%) and device support (3 vs 1). The Wiki Game!'s advantage is chart position (#8 vs unranked) and ratings volume (229 vs 53). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Machine Yearning is free to download; The Wiki Game! costs $1.99 up front. The Wiki Game! sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Machine Yearning sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Machine Yearning holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 229 and 53 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of The Wiki Game!'s written reviews are positive against 89% of Machine Yearning's.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Wiki Game! | Machine Yearning |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.6 (229 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-wiki-game/id459318432/reviews) | **[4.8 (53 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/machine-yearning/id6476464472/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **229** | 53 |
| Positive reviews | 73.8% of reviews | **89.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#8** | — |
| Size | 34 MB | 166 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hey Good Game, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1816300984) | [Tiny Little Keys Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1726825490) |

## What reviewers say

### The Wiki Game!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-wiki-game/id459318432)

**Currently charting:** #8 Top Paid · Word, #116 Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

Race through Wikipedia in this addictive single-player game. Explore 200 handcrafted levels across 5 unique game modes, offering hours of fun and mental challenges. Compete with friends on Game Center leaderboards and unlock achievements.

**Highlights:** 5 unique game modes, 200 challenging levels, Game Center leaderboards, 25+ achievements, Unlockable levels with gold keys, Retina display support

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Bundle of Keys | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Bundle of Keys | $1.99 | one-time |
| Large Bundle of Keys | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 🧠 Educational and informative
- 👍 Smooth and intuitive interface
- 🔍 Encourages exploration of Wikipedia

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches (e.g. unresponsive links, crashes)
- 🔍 Incomplete or outdated Wikipedia content
- 💰 Expensive for a mobile game
- 🔍 Lack of randomization and replayability

**Reported bugs**

- Certain levels unbeatable due to broken links
- Achievements not tracking properly
- Scrolling issues on larger screens
- Compatibility problems on older devices

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer or competitive modes
- More levels and content updates
- Ability to toggle music/sound effects
- Improved navigation and table/list display


### Machine Yearning

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/machine-yearning/id6476464472)

Create your own language and test your memory in this unique word game. Solve puzzles by inventing definitions and recalling them to prove your authenticity. Features retro pixel art, multiple game modes, and unlockable content.

**Highlights:** Create custom languages, Memory recall challenges, Campaign, Timed, and Endless modes, Retro pixel art style, Unlockable hats and themes, Cognitive skill enhancement

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Hats | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Enjoyable and quick game
- 👍 Easy to understand
- 👍 Super cool art style and gameplay
- 🚀 No ads
- 👍 Challenging and fun

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Can't turn off haptics


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Wiki Game! free?

The Wiki Game! costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Machine Yearning free?

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

### Which has better reviews, The Wiki Game! or Machine Yearning?

Machine Yearning is rated higher. The Wiki Game! averages 4.6 out of 5 from 229 ratings, while Machine Yearning averages 4.8 from 53 ratings.

### Do The Wiki Game! or Machine Yearning have ads?

Neither The Wiki Game! nor Machine Yearning shows ads.

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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.*