AnonPlay vs Shadow Node
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AnonPlay
Engage in a text-based RPG where you simulate computer hacking to become the ultimate hacker. This game offers a basic experience with plans for future enhancements to increase interactivity and engagement.
- Text-based role-playing game
- Computer hacker theme
- Simulated hacking attempts
- Become the best hacker
- Roadmap for future updates
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AnonPlay is a computer hacker-themed text-based role-playing-game (RPG). You will attempt fictitious hacks and aim to become the best hacker. Right now, the game is extremely basic. We have a comprehensive roadmap for the game to make it become more interactive and engaging. -- We see punks like you all of the time. You come here, you think you're different. Ha - you couldn't hack yourself out of a paper bag. Come on then, you think you have what it takes? What are you waiting for?
Shadow Node
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Welcome to Shadow Node – the ultimate hacker idle experience. You are an elite hacker on a mission to infiltrate global networks, breach high-security servers, and mine valuable data fragments. Your ultimate goal? The legendary Shadow Node—a network so secretive it is only spoken of in whispers on the deepest dark web forums. Are you ready to bring the digital world to its knees? FEATURES Progressive Hacking Network Work your way up from simple local networks to complex government databases. Every successful hack brings you closer to the top of the digital food chain. Idle Gameplay: Your Botnet Never Sleeps Progress even while you’re offline. Your scripts automatically gather data fragments while you're away. Return to collect massive rewards—perfect for hackers on the go. Deep Upgrade System Invest in cutting-edge hacking tools, AI assistants, massive botnets, and quantum processors. Optimize your mining rate with hundreds of unique upgrades. Strategic Prestige System Perform a strategic reset to unlock permanent bonuses and multipliers. Plan your ascension carefully to exponentially increase your earning potential. Milestones & Achievements Complete challenging objectives to unlock legendary Dark Matter upgrades that fundamentally transform your gameplay. Immersive Cyberpunk Atmosphere Experience an atmospheric soundtrack and a dark aesthetic designed to pull you deep into the world of cybercrime. HIGHLIGHTS Offline Progression: Your mining operations run 24/7. Fully Customizable: Tweak visual effects, haptic feedback, and choose from multiple languages. Mobile Optimized: Smooth gameplay and intuitive touch controls. PREMIUM MODE (Optional) Maximize your efficiency with the Premium Upgrade: 2x Mining Rate: Double the speed of your data extraction. Ad-Free: No interruptions, just pure hacking. Instant Boosts: Get immediate payouts with zero delays. Leave no trace. Download Shadow Node now and begin your ascent to hacker stardom!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AnonPlay at none against Shadow Node's 1. AnonPlay also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Shadow Node sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. AnonPlay asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | AnonPlay | Shadow Node |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 109 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Stradx Ltd | NETBYTE UG (haftungsbeschränkt) |
In-app purchases
AnonPlay
No in-app purchases
Shadow Node
- Premium$1.99







