Heileen 3 vs Pub Encounter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Heileen 3
This narrative-driven game follows Heileen as she searches for her friends across the Caribbean. Players must manage in-game time to unlock romance or profession endings by developing skills and shaping Heileen's personality through choices.
- Caribbean setting
- Friend search storyline
- Romance and profession endings
- Skill learning and leveling
- Virtues/Sins personality system
- Multiple romance options
- Extensive story content
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Heileen 3: New Horizons continues the story from the end of the second game and takes place in the Caribbean islands. Traveling side by side with Morgan the pirate, Heileen will search for her missing friends, hoping to reunite with all of them. But that's only the beginning, because the story continues! You'll have a fixed amount of in-game time to unlock a romance or a profession ending! Do you have what it takes to make it? The game plays like a raising/dating sim, in which you can learn several different skills and unlock advanced activities. The Virtues/Sins system of the second game is present as well, making every decision you take in the game shape Heileen's personality. - Featuring a story much longer than the previous two titles combined together! - Four male romances: Morgan, John, Jonathan and the new face Sebastian - Dating sim gameplay, with lots of unique skills to learn and "level up" - 14 different profession endings to unlock based on your skills and virtues/sins
Pub Encounter
Immerse yourself in a romantic visual novel set in a cozy pub. Meet charming older gentlemen, make choices that shape your relationships, and discover multiple endings. Features gorgeous artwork and an emotional soundtrack.
- Mature and engaging romance story
- Meet five charming gentlemen
- Multiple story paths and endings
- Gorgeous artwork and character designs
- Emotional soundtrack and voice acting
- Optimized for mobile play
- Replayability and collectible CGs
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Available exclusively for Crunchyroll Mega and Ultimate Fan Members. Welcome to Pub Encounter – A Romantic Visual Novel of Sophisticated Love! Step into a cozy, old-fashioned pub and immerse yourself in a heartwarming tale of love, fate, and companionship. Pub Encounter is a beautifully illustrated otome visual novel where you find yourself meeting a group of charming and distinguished older gentlemen, each with their own past, personality, and secrets. As you spend time together, bonds will form, emotions will deepen, and romance may blossom. Will you find love in this intimate setting? Or will your journey lead to an unforgettable friendship? The choice is yours in Pub Encounter! KEY FEATURES - A Mature & Engaging Romance Story – Follow a beautifully written storyline that explores deep emotions, personal growth, and meaningful relationships. Each character has a unique past, and your choices shape the journey ahead. - Meet Five Charming Gentlemen – Engage in heartfelt conversations with a group of older, sophisticated men, each with distinct personalities and life experiences. Will you fall for the cool and mysterious businessman, the kind-hearted bartender, or the elegant writer? - Multiple Story Paths & Endings – Your decisions influence how the story unfolds. Will you find romance, friendship, or an unexpected twist of fate? Explore different paths and unlock various endings based on your choices. - Gorgeous Artwork & Stunning Character Designs – Experience breathtaking illustrations that bring the characters and their emotions to life. Every scene is beautifully crafted to enhance the storytelling. - Emotional Soundtrack & Voice Acting – Enjoy a captivating atmosphere with a rich soundtrack that enhances the emotional depth of each moment. Some scenes even include Japanese voice acting, making the experience even more immersive. - Optimized for Mobile Play – With intuitive touch controls, you can easily navigate the story at your own pace. Save your progress, revisit past scenes, and enjoy an effortless visual novel experience. - Replayability & Collectible CGs – Play through different story routes, make new choices, and unlock beautifully illustrated CGs for your personal collection. CHARACTERS YOU’LL MEET - Sanosuke Sawamura – The confident and flirty businessman who always knows the right thing to say. Can you see past his charm and discover his true self? - Yamato Nishina – A calm and reserved gentleman with a quiet strength. His mysterious aura hides a past he rarely speaks of—will you be the one to uncover it? - Iori Sazanami – An intelligent and elegant writer with a way with words. He understands the power of a good story, but is he willing to write his own love story with you? - Akira Kokonoe – The kind-hearted bartender who has seen many love stories unfold in his pub. But what about his own? - Toma Kiriya – A playful and charismatic actor who can be charming one moment and deeply thoughtful the next. Can you see past the roles he plays and discover the real him? Who will steal your heart in Pub Encounter? Let us know your favorite character and moments! Don’t forget to leave a review and share your experience! ____________ Crunchyroll Premium members enjoy an ad-free experience, with full access to Crunchyroll's library of over 1,300 unique titles and 46,000 episodes, including simulcast series that premiere shortly after premiering in Japan. In addition, membership offers special benefits including offline viewing access, discount code to Crunchyroll Store, Crunchyroll Game Vault access, streaming simultaneously on multiple devices, and more! Privacy Policy: https://www.crunchyroll.com/games/privacy Terms: https://www.crunchyroll.com/games/terms/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Pub Encounter at 5.0 against Heileen 3's 4.2. On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Heileen 3 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Pub Encounter sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $13.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Pub Encounter holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 3 respectively.
| Parameter | Heileen 3 | Pub Encounter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (5 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 125 MB | 314 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Celso Riva | Crunchyroll, LLC |
Customer experience
Heileen 3
Pub Encounter
In-app purchases
Heileen 3
- Unlock male romances$5.99
- Unlock the female romances$5.99
Pub Encounter
- Mega Fan [Monthly]$13.991 Month
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