# Zombie Outbreak Simulator vs RIOT

The clearest difference is rating: RIOT at 4.6 against Zombie Outbreak Simulator's 4.1. RIOT also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). Zombie Outbreak Simulator's advantage is ratings volume (1.7K vs 104). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Zombie Outbreak Simulator sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. RIOT asks for nothing beyond the download.

RIOT holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Zombie Outbreak Simulator has 1.7K ratings behind it against 104, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Zombie Outbreak Simulator's written reviews are positive against 86% of RIOT's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Zombie Outbreak Simulator | RIOT |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zombie-outbreak-simulator/id523490663/reviews) | **[4.6 (104 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riot-notav/id1485238681/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.7K** | 104 |
| Positive reviews | 69.1% of reviews | **85.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 103 MB | 316 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Binary Space Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/499283439) | [Leonard Menchiari](https://appshunter.io/developer/1482328407) |

## What reviewers say

### Zombie Outbreak Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zombie-outbreak-simulator/id523490663)

Simulate and customize zombie outbreaks in real-world locations using Google Maps. Control outbreak parameters, observe chaos unfold, and even join the fight with military interventions. Explore thousands of player-created maps or offline options.

**Highlights:** Real-world map simulation with Google Maps integration, Customizable outbreak parameters (zombie speed, civilian numbers, etc.), Observe infection spread from satellite to street view, Direct intervention with bombs, soldiers, and helicopters, Thousands of player-created maps, Offline map play

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Offline & Online Maps | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Outbreak Settings | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Soldiers | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Mk81 Bombs | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Mk82 Bombs | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Helicopters | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Player Maps - Americas | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Bombs, Soldiers & Helicopters | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Player Maps | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Everything | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great simulator
- 🚀 Immersive gameplay
- 👍 Beautiful graphics
- 👍 Addictive and fun

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Pay-to-play model
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🐛 AI issues
- 🔒 Limited free content

**Reported bugs**

- Civilians getting stuck in buildings
- Online and player-created maps not working
- Issues with watching ads for in-game rewards
- Restore purchases not working after reinstallation

**Requested features**

- Add more military units (tanks, helicopters, etc.)
- Implement a sandbox mode with more customization
- Improve zombie and civilian AI
- Add more maps and locations
- Introduce different zombie types and mutations


### RIOT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riot-notav/id1485238681)

Experience the intensity of civil unrest from both sides of the conflict. This game allows players to choose their perspective in various protest scenarios, employing different strategies to achieve outcomes. Draw your own conclusions about right and wrong in these complex situations.

**Highlights:** Play as rioters or riot police, Experience real-world protest events, Employ different strategies and tactics, Single Player STORY mode, Two Player VERSUS mode (same device), Unlockable bonus content and endings

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Zombie Outbreak Simulator free?

Zombie Outbreak Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is RIOT free?

RIOT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Zombie Outbreak Simulator or RIOT?

RIOT is rated higher. Zombie Outbreak Simulator averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while RIOT averages 4.6 from 104 ratings.

### Do Zombie Outbreak Simulator or RIOT have ads?

Zombie Outbreak Simulator shows ads; RIOT does not.

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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.*