# Dummynation vs 4

The clearest difference is rating: Dummynation at 3.9 against 4's 1.0. Dummynation also leads on ratings volume (3.3K vs 2) and device support (3 vs 1). 4's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On price there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dummynation sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. 4 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Dummynation holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dummynation has 3.3K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Dummynation ships an update every 8 days, 4 daily. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dummynation | 4 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.9 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dummynation/id6444295551/reviews)** | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/4-player-chess/id6779902022/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 61.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 329 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ALEJANDRO HERNANDEZ FERRERO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1783570432) | [6ix USA Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1648893338) |

## What reviewers say

### Dummynation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dummynation/id6444295551)

Lead a nation to global dominance through strategic military expansion, careful diplomatic maneuvering, and robust economic management. Balance resource allocation for research and military campaigns while fostering economic growth to outpace rivals. The path to world domination is yours to forge.

**Highlights:** Military expansion, Diplomatic relations, Resource management, Economic policy, Research and development

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy influence | $0.29 | one-time |
| Buy influence | $0.99 | one-time |
| VIP Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Buy influence | $8.99 | one-time |
| Buy influence | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great game, simple yet complex
- 🚀 Minimal ads, not pay-to-win
- 💡 Potential for more features
- 👍 Challenging and entertaining

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🔒 Diplomacy and alliance system issues
- 🐛 Unrealistic AI behavior and war dynamics
- 🐛 Bugs with saving progress

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes during gameplay
- Issues with saving and loading progress
- Incorrect map representation of territories
- Glitches with the recruitment and military systems

**Requested features**

- Add historical game modes (WW1, WW2, etc.)
- Implement custom map and country creation
- Improve ally system to allow for more cooperation
- Add more economic and diplomatic mechanics
- Expand military options (navy, air force, etc.)


### 4

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/4-player-chess/id6779902022)

Experience a chaotic four-player twist on the classic game of chess. Compete against AI or friends in free-for-all or team modes on a larger board. Capture pieces, hunt checkmates, and strategize to be the sole victor.

**Highlights:** Four-player chess gameplay, Play against AI bots, Online multiplayer, Pass & Play local multiplayer, Daily chess puzzles, Team 2v2 mode

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dummynation free?

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

### Is 4 free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Dummynation or 4?

Dummynation is rated higher. Dummynation averages 3.9 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while 4 averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Dummynation or 4 have ads?

Dummynation shows ads; 4 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Dummynation or 4?

Dummynation ships an update every 8 days, and 4 daily. Most recently, Dummynation was updated on October 31, 2026 and 4 on October 25, 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.*