Methods 5 vs KOI Remake
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Methods 5
Engage in a crime investigation visual novel where you examine evidence and solve mysteries. This is the fifth installment in a series, featuring interactive crime scenes and an intriguing storyline.
- Interactive crime scenes
- Multiple-choice investigations
- Intriguing storyline
- Distinctive artwork
- Original soundtrack
- 20+ chapters
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The fifth chapter in the Methods Visual Novel series. Previous Part: Methods4: The Best Detective Methods is a visual novel with simple crime investigation gameplay where you examine evidence and answer multiple-choice questions about the solution. And the whole game has been split into five apps for the mobile release, with 'Methods 5: The Last Stage' being the fifth part, and containing Chapters 86-100 and new DLC: 'Methods: The Illusion Murders'. Story: One hundred detectives compete against each other in a mysterious competition, solving crimes created by the world's smartest criminals. The detective who wins receives one million dollars and the opportunity of a lifetime. If a criminal wins, however, they will also receive a million dollars... and parole, no matter the severity of their crime. The winner of the fifth stage has been decided. But does she stand a chance in the Sixth Stage? Find out in... Methods 5: The Last Stage Key features ■ Very Positive in Steam ■ Over 25 Interactive Crime Scenes ■ Contains 20+ Chapters ■ Original Soundtrack ■ Intriguing Storyline ■ Distinctive Artwork ■ Independent Developer Twitter: Methods_Official Instagram: methodsvn https://discord.gg/hfHrz3GYub
KOI Remake
Embark on a serene adventure as a koi fish, navigating diverse landscapes and solving intricate puzzles. Uncover hidden memories and find inner peace in a beautifully rendered world.
- Healing and mesmerizing adventure
- Exquisite Chinese-style illustrations
- Diverse and immersive sceneries
- Gravity sensing interactive system
- Intriguing environmental puzzles
- Thrilling adventure with dangers
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KOI Remake presents a healing and mesmerizing adventure from the perspective of a little koi fish, who travels all the way upstream and finally arrives at the dreamlike Starry Night Lake against all odds. Solving the puzzles, collecting the fragments of memories, and uncovering the hidden past of the little koi… Beneath the enchanting waters of the lotus pond, are you ready to follow the lead of the koi and embark on a refreshing journey for inner peace? 【Polished Graphics】 With exquisite Chinese-style illustrations and 3D remodeling, KOI Remake presents you with a refreshing and immersive gameplay in a more vivid world. 【Diverse Sceneries】 From the tranquil lotus pond to the swift stream, from the murky sewage maze to the dreamlike Starry Night Lake… There’s always more to discover in your next exploration! 【Gravity Sensing System】 The brand new interactive system allows you to feel the motion of the blooming flowers and the flowing stream by slightly rotating your devices. 【Intriguing Puzzles】 Dead branches that block your way, lurking geckos hidden in the dark, scattered petals waiting to be picked up… Use your wit to solve the ingenious puzzles! 【Thrilling Adventure】 Keep away from the brutal black fish, swim through the unquiet waters and avoid the naked wires… Brave the danger along the way to uncover the hidden truth and reach the final destination! Spiritual Journey: Collect the fragments of memories scattered everywhere to have a glimpse of the hidden past. Take on this introspective spiritual journey to find the perfect balance between man and nature, and feel for yourself the importance of environmental protection.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Methods 5 at every 4 days against KOI Remake's every 3 weeks. Methods 5 also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). KOI Remake's advantage is ratings volume (10 vs 1) and chart position (#115 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Methods 5 costs $2.99 and KOI Remake $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Methods 5 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KOI Remake has 10 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Methods 5 ships an update every 4 days, KOI Remake every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Methods 5 | KOI Remake |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | $1.99 — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 4.8 (10 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 10 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | #115 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 682 MB | 576 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Erabit Studios | Dotoyou Games |
Customer experience
Methods 5
KOI Remake
In-app purchases
Methods 5
No in-app purchases
KOI Remake
No in-app purchases









