# DEEMO vs Wilderless

The clearest difference is rating: DEEMO at 4.9 against Wilderless's 4.2. DEEMO also leads on ratings volume (5.1K vs 254) and review sentiment (91% vs 75%). Wilderless's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

DEEMO costs $1.99 and Wilderless $4.99 up front. DEEMO sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Wilderless asks for nothing beyond the download.

DEEMO holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DEEMO has 5.1K ratings behind it against 254, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of DEEMO's written reviews are positive against 75% of Wilderless's.

DEEMO ships an update every 2 months, Wilderless every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DEEMO | Wilderless |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$1.99** | $4.99 |
| Rating | **[4.9 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deemo/id700637744/reviews)** | [4.2 (254 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wilderless/id1485263737/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.1K** | 254 |
| Positive reviews | **90.5% of reviews** | 74.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#15** | — |
| Size | 2.8 GB | 218 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rayark International Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/483529071) | [Robert Kabwe](https://appshunter.io/developer/580664046) |

## What reviewers say

### DEEMO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deemo/id700637744)

**Currently charting:** #15 Top Paid · Music, #125 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Experience a captivating piano rhythm game with a heartwarming fairytale story. Play over 60 free songs, unlock more as you progress, and immerse yourself in a world of music and mystery. This standalone game offers intuitive gameplay and a touching narrative.

**Highlights:** 60+ free songs in story mode, Unlock more tracks and progress story, Original piano songs from famous composers, Simple and intuitive rhythm gameplay, Explore scenes and find hidden elements, Offline play supported

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rayark Selection Vol.1 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Rayark Selection Vol.2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| MILI Collection | $3.99 | one-time |
| V.K Collection | $3.99 | one-time |
| Rayark Selection Vol.3 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Cytus Selection Vol.1 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Cytus Selection Vol.2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Knight Iris | $3.99 | one-time |
| M2U X NICODE Collection | $3.99 | one-time |
| Forgotten Hourglass | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💎 Beautiful music and art
- 🎨 Unique and charming story
- 🎹 Immersive piano-based gameplay
- 🕰️ Nostalgic and memorable experience
- 👍 Smooth and responsive controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive DLC and in-app purchases
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and performance issues
- 🤔 Difficulty calibration can be tricky
- 🔒 Lost progress and purchases not restored

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on cutscenes and loading screens
- Unresponsive controls and timing issues

**Requested features**

- More free songs and content
- Improved cloud save and data restoration
- Optimization for newer devices


### Wilderless

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wilderless/id1485263737)

Explore a vast, procedurally generated open world with no enemies or quests. Enjoy peaceful moments, stunning natural landscapes, and a calming soundtrack. Customize your character, build shelters, and transform into various animals for a stress-free escape.

**Highlights:** Vast procedurally generated open world, No enemies or quests, Character customization, Placeable shelters, Shape-shifting into animals, PhotoMode with effects and filters, Calming soundtrack

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🌳 Beautiful, peaceful open world
- 🎨 Customizable graphics and settings
- 🕹️ Relaxing, stress-free exploration
- 🌌 Stunning landscapes and visuals
- 🔥 Cozy campfires and shelters

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔍 Lack of clear objectives or progression
- 🕹️ Challenging controls, especially for flying
- 🌌 Repetitive environments after a while
- 🤖 Absence of NPCs or interactive elements

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when changing graphics settings
- Disappearing shelters and structures
- Inconsistent weather and environmental effects
- Stuck underwater or in terrain when respawning

**Requested features**

- Add more animals and creatures to interact with
- Introduce quests, missions, or a light narrative
- Implement a save/load system for custom worlds
- Add support for controllers and gamepad input
- Expand customization options for character and environment


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DEEMO free?

DEEMO costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Wilderless free?

Wilderless costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DEEMO or Wilderless?

DEEMO is rated higher. DEEMO averages 4.9 out of 5 from 5.1K ratings, while Wilderless averages 4.2 from 254 ratings.

### Do DEEMO or Wilderless have ads?

Neither DEEMO nor Wilderless shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DEEMO or Wilderless?

DEEMO ships an update every 2 months, and Wilderless every 3 months. Most recently, DEEMO was updated on October 12, 2026 and Wilderless on October 13, 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.*