Comparison

Perimeter Zero vs Cryptid Defense

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

Head to head
About

Perimeter Zero

Features
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Perimeter Zero is a tower-defense game about running a private security operation, not casting spells. You're the commander: place cameras, lights, gates, guards, drones, and a growing arsenal of detection and response tools, then hold the perimeter as intruders test every gap in your coverage. See your coverage, not just your budget Every camera, sensor, and guard shows its real detection and response radius before the night starts. Placement isn't guesswork — you can see exactly where your perimeter is strong and where it's exposed, then build accordingly. A loop that tests you, not just your equipment When multiple threats hit at once, you choose which guard responds to which — a deliberate call under pressure, not an autopilot response. Detection, response, and slowdown layer together into real tactical decisions across cameras, lights, gates, K9 units, thermal towers, cyber nodes, and more. 22 contracts, from a starter warehouse to a national command network Start small with a two-door warehouse. Escalate through delivery depots, tech campuses, research labs, data vaults, airports, harbors, stadiums, hospitals, banks, and eventually a combined national command-network finale — each with its own threat mix, layout, and pressure. Nine intruder types, each demanding a different answer Prowlers, runners, saboteurs, hackers, insiders, credential thieves, vehicle crews, crew bosses, and stealth infiltrators all pressure your perimeter differently. Layer detection and response so nothing slips through unseen. Permanent progression that matters Spend contract earnings in the Upgrade Lab on sixteen permanent upgrades across four specializations — Perimeter Core, Command & Intel, Response Teams, and High-Security Ops. Every contract makes your operation stronger for the next one. Daily operations and mastery A rotating daily contract with its own modifier keeps every return trip different. Chase mastery stars, best grades, and win streaks across every site you've cleared. Fair monetization Banner ads appear only on menu screens — Home, Contracts, Upgrades, and Results. Active night gameplay is always ad-free. A single one-time Premium purchase removes ads entirely and adds no gameplay advantage; Restore Purchases is available anytime. Game Center support Leaderboards and achievements track contracts cleared, best cash hauls, daily streaks, and threats stopped — fully optional, and the game works completely fine if you're signed out. Build the perimeter. Watch the coverage. Hold the line.

About

Cryptid Defense

Defend the wilds as legendary creatures against invading settlers and trappers. Strategically choose your cryptids and their upgrades to overcome 19 illustrated battlegrounds across three distinct worlds. Unlock new legends and experience a story carried by fully voiced cutscenes.

Highlights
  • 19 illustrated battlegrounds
  • 20 unique cryptids with upgrades
  • Strategic cryptid selection
  • Unlock cryptids by winning levels
  • 24 fully voiced cutscenes
  • Three distinct worlds with unique challenges
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You are not the kingdom. You are what the kingdom came to kill. Cryptid Defense is a tower defense with the polarity flipped. Settlers, trappers and inquisitors march into the wilds with cages and rifles, and you answer with Bigfoot, Mothman, Nessie, the Wendigo, and every other legend they came to collect. DEFEND THE WILDS - 19 illustrated battlegrounds - 21 cryptids, each with its own traits, upgrades and way of fighting - Pick five for each hunt — choosing the pack is half the puzzle FREE THE LEGENDS - Win a level and you liberate the cryptid caged there - 24 fully voiced cutscenes carry the story between battles - Every invader captain is voiced, and taunts you by name THREE WORLDS - Elohi, Domhan and Mokili - Each region brings its own cryptids, its own invaders, and its own boss NO ADS There are optional relic bundles, but nothing is locked behind them. Everything in the game can be earned by playing.

Screenshots

Perimeter Zero4 screens
Cryptid Defense4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Cryptid Defense at none against Perimeter Zero's shown. Perimeter Zero's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Perimeter Zero sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Cryptid Defense sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Perimeter Zero ships an update every 2 days, Cryptid Defense weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Perimeter Zero versus Cryptid Defense: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPerimeter ZeroCryptid Defense
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterWeekly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB385 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperHyacinthe LouaAndrew Tanaka

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Perimeter Zero

One-time1
  • PerimeterZero Premium$2.99
3 purchases

Cryptid Defense

One-time3
  • Handful of Relics$0.99
  • Pouch of Relics$1.99
  • Hoard of Relics$4.99

Questions

Is Perimeter Zero free?
Perimeter Zero is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cryptid Defense free?
Cryptid Defense is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Perimeter Zero or Cryptid Defense have ads?
Perimeter Zero shows ads; Cryptid Defense does not.
Which is updated more often, Perimeter Zero or Cryptid Defense?
Perimeter Zero ships an update every 2 days, and Cryptid Defense weekly. Most recently, Perimeter Zero was updated on September 29, 2026 and Cryptid Defense on September 30, 2026.

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