# Into the Dead vs DEAD TRIGGER 2

Into the Dead and DEAD TRIGGER 2 both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 90% of Into the Dead's written reviews are positive against 73% of DEAD TRIGGER 2's. DEAD TRIGGER 2's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (112K vs 11K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Into the Dead sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and DEAD TRIGGER 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Into the Dead against 4.7 for DEAD TRIGGER 2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DEAD TRIGGER 2 has 112K ratings behind it against 11K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of Into the Dead's written reviews are positive against 73% of DEAD TRIGGER 2's.

Into the Dead ships an update every 3 months, DEAD TRIGGER 2 every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Into the Dead | DEAD TRIGGER 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/into-the-dead/id535609266/reviews) | **[4.7 (112K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-trigger-2-zombie-games/id720063540/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11K | **112K** |
| Positive reviews | **89.6% of reviews** | 73.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 314 MB | 1.1 GB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [PikPok](https://appshunter.io/developer/323296229) | [Deca Games EOOD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1472223668) |

## What reviewers say

### Into the Dead

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/into-the-dead/id535609266)

Survive a relentless zombie apocalypse by running as fast as possible. Arm yourself with powerful weapons and loyal companions to fend off the undead horde. Compete with friends and players worldwide for the highest scores in this intense survival experience.

**Highlights:** Intense zombie survival gameplay, Unlock weapons and perks, Collect canine companions, Mission sets for challenges, Global leaderboards and friend challenges, Multiple control schemes

**Features:** iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Coin Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coin Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Coin Doubler | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium Weapon - Crossbow | $2.99 | one-time |
| Wolf "Ghost" | $3.99 | one-time |
| Large Coin Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Companion: Sabre | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock all dogs (Blitz, Cairo, Titan, Ghost) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Huge Coin Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Super Coin Pack | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 🎨 Great graphics
- 💯 Classic zombie game
- 🐕 Enjoyable dog companion

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔍 Limited weapon variety without paying
- 📺 Too many ads
- 🔁 Repetitive environments

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes or freezes during gameplay
- Issues with ad integration disrupting gameplay

**Requested features**

- More game modes and environments
- Ability to purchase weapons with in-game currency
- Improved story or narrative elements
- Multiplayer or co-op functionality


### DEAD TRIGGER 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-trigger-2-zombie-games/id720063540)

Engage in a thrilling zombie apocalypse FPS adventure. Build a hideout, recruit specialists, and battle through diverse war scenarios with a vast arsenal of weapons and gadgets. Experience console-quality graphics and precise controls in this action-packed shooter.

**Highlights:** Build and manage a personal hideout, Explore 10 regions and 33 battlefields, Over 600 gameplay scenarios, Unlock 70+ gun weapons, Utilize melee weapons and gadgets, Weekly tournaments

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fist of Gold | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pocket Money | $2.99 | one-time |
| Startup Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Permanent Money Booster | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pot of Gold | $4.99 | one-time |
| Payoff | $4.99 | one-time |
| Area 51 Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Small Fortune | $9.99 | one-time |
| Trust Fund | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gold Bath | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent gameplay
- 👍 Great graphics
- 👍 Smooth controls
- 🔒 No pay-to-win mechanics
- 👍 Engaging campaign

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes when getting blueprints
- ⏱️ Long upgrade/wait times
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔁 Repetitive missions
- 🚫 Lack of new content after certain progress

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on certain missions (e.g. 'Can't Touch This' in China)
- Inability to close blueprint screens on iPhone X
- Disappearing campaign missions after reaching certain tech level

**Requested features**

- More campaign missions and story content
- Character customization options
- Multiplayer mode
- Offline play
- Reduced upgrade/wait times


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Into the Dead free?

Into the Dead is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DEAD TRIGGER 2 free?

DEAD TRIGGER 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Into the Dead or DEAD TRIGGER 2?

DEAD TRIGGER 2 is rated higher. Into the Dead averages 4.7 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while DEAD TRIGGER 2 averages 4.7 from 112K ratings.

### Do Into the Dead or DEAD TRIGGER 2 have ads?

Both Into the Dead and DEAD TRIGGER 2 show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Into the Dead or DEAD TRIGGER 2?

Into the Dead ships an update every 3 months, and DEAD TRIGGER 2 every 6 weeks. Most recently, Into the Dead was updated on October 29, 2026 and DEAD TRIGGER 2 on October 29, 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.*