Comparison

AnonPlay vs HackStack

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side โ€” with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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?

About

HackStack

Features
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Build your hacking empire from nothing. HackStack is an idle clicker set in a cybersecurity underworld. You tap to run exploits, deploy tools that earn while you sleep, research new tech, and build out your rig. It's a cyberpunk parody of the infosec world with real hacking history baked into every corner. EXECUTE exploits to earn CREDS, your in-game currency. Start with a humble Port Scanner. End up running Neural Exploits and a Digital Consciousness. Every tool you deploy keeps earning even when you close the app. RESEARCH 24 tools across 6 categories. Each one comes with an intel card covering real cybersecurity history and lore. 177 cards to find. BUILD YOUR RIG. Upgrade your CPU, RAM, GPU, Storage, Cooling, and PSU. Better hardware means faster research and access to higher-tier tools. EARN CERTIFICATIONS across three branches: Offensive, Defensive, and Management. 23 certs, 69 tiers. They shape how you play and what you can unlock. SURVIVE BREACHES. Phishing attacks, ransomware, DDoS, insider threats. They show up unannounced, they mess with your income, and you need to deal with them fast. COMPLETE DAILY OPS for XP. Quick wins, standard missions, and challenge-tier operations. Something different every day. PRESTIGE when you're ready. Wipe your progress, earn Shadow Creds, buy permanent upgrades, and come back stronger. Free to play. No pay-to-win. Made by one developer who thought Cookie Clicker needed more firmware implants.

Screenshots

AnonPlay3 screens
HackStack4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AnonPlay at none against HackStack's 4. AnonPlay also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

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

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 5 level
AnonPlay versus HackStack: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnonPlayHackStack
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews0.0% of reviewsโ€”
Update frequencyโ€”Weekly
AdsNo โ€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
MonetizationFreeโ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 โ€” better17.6
Further details โ€” not scored
Size12 MB68 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperStradx LtdJacob Woodfield

In-app purchases

None

AnonPlay

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

HackStack

One-time4
  • Remove Banner Ads$2.99
  • Remove Offline Ads$2.99
  • Remove Ops Ads$2.99
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  • Remove All Ads$6.99

Questions

Is AnonPlay free?
AnonPlay is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HackStack free?
HackStack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do AnonPlay or HackStack have ads?
HackStack shows ads; AnonPlay does not.

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