# Sometimes You Die vs SPACEPLAN

The clearest difference is update cadence: SPACEPLAN at every 6 days against Sometimes You Die's every 8 months. SPACEPLAN also leads on ratings volume (907 vs 155). Sometimes You Die's advantage is review sentiment (82% vs 69%) and price ($1.99 vs $2.99). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Sometimes You Die costs $1.99 and SPACEPLAN $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Sometimes You Die against 4.2 for SPACEPLAN. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SPACEPLAN has 907 ratings behind it against 155, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of Sometimes You Die's written reviews are positive against 69% of SPACEPLAN's.

Sometimes You Die ships an update every 8 months, SPACEPLAN every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sometimes You Die | SPACEPLAN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$1.99** | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.3 (155 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sometimes-you-die/id822701037/reviews)** | [4.2 (907 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spaceplan/id1200864554/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 155 | **907** |
| Positive reviews | **81.6% of reviews** | 69.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #157 | **#118** |
| Size | 28 MB | 427 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Philipp Stollenmayer](https://appshunter.io/developer/580506869) | [Devolver Digital, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/457410262) |

## What reviewers say

### Sometimes You Die

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sometimes-you-die/id822701037)

**Currently charting:** #157 Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

This game challenges your perception of death and invincibility. It features disturbing puzzles that require thoughtful solutions and explores the meaning of dying in a digital realm. With over 80 levels and hidden content, it offers a unique and thought-provoking experience.

**Highlights:** Unique death mechanic, Disturbing and surprising puzzles, Explores reality and illusion, Over 80 levels, Hidden content, Interactive art

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Unique and innovative gameplay
- 🎨 Stylish and atmospheric presentation
- 🤔 Thought-provoking narrative
- 🎮 Addictive and challenging levels
- 💯 Excellent value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕹️ Frustrating controls at times
- 🕰️ Short overall playtime
- 🤯 Extremely difficult 'orange' levels
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Pause button not functioning properly
- Game freezing on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Leaderboard for fastest completions
- More content and levels
- Ability to reset/restart the game


### SPACEPLAN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spaceplan/id1200864554)

**Currently charting:** #118 Top Paid · Adventure, #120 Top Paid · Simulation (US App Store)

Engage in an experimental clicker game where you launch potato-based devices from a satellite. Uncover galactic mysteries through a silly, life-affirming narrative and a banging soundtrack. It's a unique sci-fi adventure for those looking to pass the time.

**Highlights:** Unlock and launch 15 starchy items, Engaging narrative story, Explore 5 planets across 2 realities, Original soundtrack, Experimental interaction

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Stellar game after years
- 🎨 Unique and fun storyline
- 🎵 Awesome soundtrack
- 👍 Relaxing and atmospheric
- 👍 Engaging and captivating

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and black screen issues
- 🕰️ Game too short for the price
- 🔁 Lack of replayability or endless mode

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes or gets stuck on black screen
- Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Requested features**

- Add more content and story
- Implement a prestige or progression system
- Allow continuing progress after completing the game


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sometimes You Die free?

Sometimes You Die costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SPACEPLAN free?

SPACEPLAN costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Sometimes You Die or SPACEPLAN?

Sometimes You Die is rated higher. Sometimes You Die averages 4.3 out of 5 from 155 ratings, while SPACEPLAN averages 4.2 from 907 ratings.

### Do Sometimes You Die or SPACEPLAN have ads?

Neither Sometimes You Die nor SPACEPLAN shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sometimes You Die or SPACEPLAN?

Sometimes You Die ships an update every 8 months, and SPACEPLAN every 6 days. Most recently, Sometimes You Die was updated on October 24, 2026 and SPACEPLAN on October 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Sometimes You Die or SPACEPLAN?

Sometimes You Die currently peaks at #157 in the App Store charts, and SPACEPLAN at #118. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*