# Shadow Node vs Entrepreneur's Quest

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Entrepreneur's Quest at none against Shadow Node's 1. Entrepreneur's Quest also leads on ads (none vs shown). Shadow Node's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Shadow Node sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Entrepreneur's Quest asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Shadow Node against 5.0 for Entrepreneur's Quest. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Shadow Node ships an update weekly, Entrepreneur's Quest every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Shadow Node | Entrepreneur's Quest |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-node-idle-hacker/id6759072485/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/entrepreneurs-quest/id6796841658/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 132 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [NETBYTE UG (haftungsbeschränkt)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1854412817) | [Brad Hart Holdings LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6790022113) |

## What reviewers say

### Shadow Node

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-node-idle-hacker/id6759072485)

Infiltrate global networks and breach high-security servers to mine data fragments. Progress even while offline with your botnet, and invest in upgrades to increase your hacking efficiency. Unlock permanent bonuses through a strategic prestige system to ascend to hacker supremacy.

**Highlights:** Progressive Hacking Network, Idle Gameplay with Botnet, Deep Upgrade System, Strategic Prestige System, Milestones & Achievements, Immersive Cyberpunk Atmosphere

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $1.99 | one-time |


### Entrepreneur's Quest

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/entrepreneurs-quest/id6796841658)

A satirical simulation game where you start a business with limited funds and a great idea. Navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship, from pitching clients to managing your company's growth, aiming to become a billionaire.

**Highlights:** Founder life simulation, Client pitching and sales, Company management and growth, AI agent deployment, Stock market and investments, Offline play

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Shadow Node free?

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

### Is Entrepreneur's Quest free?

Entrepreneur's Quest is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Shadow Node or Entrepreneur's Quest?

Shadow Node and Entrepreneur's Quest are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Shadow Node or Entrepreneur's Quest have ads?

Shadow Node shows ads; Entrepreneur's Quest does not.

### Which is updated more often, Shadow Node or Entrepreneur's Quest?

Shadow Node ships an update weekly, and Entrepreneur's Quest every 2 weeks. Most recently, Shadow Node was updated on November 9, 2026 and Entrepreneur's Quest on October 31, 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.*