# Numbed vs MoonstruckMackerel

The clearest difference is rating: MoonstruckMackerel at 5.0 against Numbed's 4.5. MoonstruckMackerel also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). Numbed's advantage is ratings volume (40 vs 1) and iOS requirement (10.3 vs 12.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Numbed sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MoonstruckMackerel asks for nothing beyond the download.

MoonstruckMackerel holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Numbed has 40 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Numbed | MoonstruckMackerel |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (40 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/numbed/id841975891/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moonstruckmackerel/id6477600809/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **40** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 93.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 76 MB | 169 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.3** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Sander Frenken](https://appshunter.io/developer/693599249) | [Douglas Keith-Nakamura](https://appshunter.io/developer/1729505449) |

## What reviewers say

### Numbed

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/numbed/id841975891)

Experience a narrative-driven game exploring themes of indoctrination, tragedy, and adultery. "Shout" to overcome challenges and defend yourself with a brick wall. Fight formidable foes at the end of each level for the best experience, listen with headphones.

**Highlights:** Narrative exploration of dark themes, Unique "shouting" mechanic, Defensive brick wall building, Boss battles at level end, Emphasis on audio experience

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock complete game | $0.99 | one-time |


### MoonstruckMackerel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moonstruckmackerel/id6477600809)

Embark on a retro-style 2D platforming adventure as a walking mackerel. Explore diverse environments, from underwater realms to cloud caves, and battle invading robots. Strategically use water and air bullets to defeat different robot types and reach the moon.

**Highlights:** Retro-style 2D platforming, Horizontal and vertical scrolling, Amphibious walking mackerel protagonist, Water and air bullet mechanics, Diverse exploration environments, Infinite lives with attempt tracking

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Numbed free?

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

### Is MoonstruckMackerel free?

MoonstruckMackerel is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Numbed or MoonstruckMackerel?

MoonstruckMackerel is rated higher. Numbed averages 4.5 out of 5 from 40 ratings, while MoonstruckMackerel averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Numbed or MoonstruckMackerel have ads?

Neither Numbed nor MoonstruckMackerel shows ads.

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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.*