# Darkstar vs Dig

The clearest difference is rating: Dig at 4.6 against Darkstar's 4.2. Darkstar's advantage is ratings volume (260 vs 61). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Darkstar sells 31 one-off in-app purchases and Dig sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Dig holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 260 and 61 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 32% and 32% positive.

Darkstar ships an update fortnightly, Dig every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Darkstar | Dig |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (260 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darkstar-idle-rpg/id6612023856/reviews) | **[4.6 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dig-dig-rush/id6740852325/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **260** | 61 |
| Positive reviews | 32.3% of reviews | 32.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 443 MB | 533 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Neptune Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/539389569) | [ShadowMoon](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458572418) |

## What reviewers say

### Darkstar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darkstar-idle-rpg/id6612023856)

Engage in an epic space war idle RPG with high-quality graphics and stunning effects. Grow your fleet, collect powerful warships, and conquer planets. Enjoy easy resource mining, drone combat, and endless offline growth.

**Highlights:** Idle fleet growth, Resource mining and raiding, Warship and equipment upgrades, Drone combat system, Offline rewards, Planet conquest

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

**In-app purchases (31)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Package21 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Starter Package | $1.49 | one-time |
| Package10 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Drone Package1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Parts Package1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Skill Package1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Package16 | $3.49 | one-time |
| Package17 | $3.99 | one-time |
| NormalPass2 Step1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| NormalPass1 Step1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| NormalPass3 Step1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package19 | $4.99 | one-time |
| NormalPass1 Step4 | $7.49 | one-time |
| AdRemove Package | $7.49 | one-time |
| Package22 | $7.49 | one-time |
| Package02 | $8.49 | one-time |
| Seasonpass1 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Parts Package2 | $10.99 | one-time |
| Skill Package2 | $10.99 | one-time |
| Stellar Pass | $12.99 | one-time |
| Package05 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Package07 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Package09 | $18.99 | one-time |
| Package11 | $21.99 | one-time |
| Package13 | $24.99 | one-time |
| Drone Package3 | $27.99 | one-time |
| Parts Package3 | $27.99 | one-time |
| Skill Package3 | $27.99 | one-time |
| Package18 | $40.99 | one-time |
| Package20 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Package23 | $74.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Nostalgic starship theme
- 💰 Generous with free rewards
- 👍 Respectable monetization model

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and overheats device
- 🐛 Buggy tutorial and unplayable
- 🕹️ Limited gameplay and content
- 💰 Pay-to-win mechanics

**Reported bugs**

- Game doesn't exist in the updated version
- Frequent crashes and performance issues
- Coupon code functionality not obvious

**Requested features**

- Combine idle gameplay with roguelite or shmup elements
- Add in-app language translation
- Provide a clear purpose and progression


### Dig

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dig-dig-rush/id6740852325)

Embark on an epic adventure as a robot hero seeking to reclaim lost glory. Dig for treasure, battle enemies, and explore diverse landscapes with your trusty pickaxe. Recruit companions and customize your home base and character to restore your honor.

**Highlights:** Addictive digging gameplay, Explore hundreds of levels, Recruit and team up with companions, Develop and customize home base, Customize robot hero appearance, Battle quirky enemies and bosses

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

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Astrology Lottery Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Park Gacha Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Excavator Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Super Value Gift Sign | $0.99 | one-time |
| new bee pakage_1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Daily Special 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Mine Privilege Card | $4.99 | one-time |
| new bee pakage_2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Monthly Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Full Daily Pack 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Newbie Special - Companion 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Level 15 Exclusive Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Full Daily Pack 2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Elite-Manor Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Park Battlepass 2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| new bee pakage_3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lode Fund | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ads Free privilege | $9.99 | one-time |
| Super Value Gift Total2 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Platinum Pass | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Super fun
- 👍 Really liking it
- 👍 Fun game play, decent offers, and the progression is good

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Stopped working
- 🐛 Nothing to do but watch ads or pay for no ads
- 🐛 The fragments don't go into the back pack they just disappear
- 🐛 Won't load
- 🐛 Hardlocked my game

**Reported bugs**

- Stopped working
- Game won't load anymore
- Hardlocked my game

**Requested features**

- Add crafting when you dismantle an item
- Fix fragments issue


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Darkstar free?

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

### Is Dig free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Darkstar or Dig?

Dig is rated higher. Darkstar averages 4.2 out of 5 from 260 ratings, while Dig averages 4.6 from 61 ratings.

### Do Darkstar or Dig have ads?

Both Darkstar and Dig show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Darkstar or Dig?

Darkstar ships an update fortnightly, and Dig every 9 days. Most recently, Darkstar was updated on October 28, 2026 and Dig on October 28, 2026.

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