# PAKO vs REKT!

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PAKO at none against REKT!'s 1. PAKO also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 11.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

PAKO costs $1.99 and REKT! $1.99 up front. REKT! sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PAKO asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for PAKO against 4.3 for REKT!. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 455 and 233 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 69% of PAKO's written reviews are positive against 72% of REKT!'s.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PAKO | REKT! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | $1.99 |
| Rating | [4.2 (455 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pako-car-chase-simulator/id903183877/reviews) | **[4.3 (233 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rekt/id1049240013/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **455** | 233 |
| Positive reviews | 69.4% of reviews | **71.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#82** | #113 |
| Size | 139 MB | 158 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tree Men Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/875238560) | [Little Chicken Game Company B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/553482940) |

## What reviewers say

### PAKO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pako-car-chase-simulator/id903183877)

**Currently charting:** #82 Top Paid · Racing (US App Store)

Experience intense car chases in closed environments with no escape. Compete for high scores on global leaderboards and unlock achievements. Enjoy a slick visual style and adrenaline-pumping soundtrack.

**Highlights:** Change camera views, Multiple vehicles, 19 diverse locations, Online highscore lists, PAKO CALYPSE game mode, Achievements, Adrenaline-pumping soundtrack

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game
- 🚀 Awesome game
- 🚀 Fun and addictive
- 🚀 Simple but effective
- 🚀 Worth the money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Game freezes/crashes
- 🐛 Sensitive controls
- 🐛 One-hit kills
- 🐛 Limited map size
- 🐛 Lack of customization

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes after long runs
- Replay shows wrong replay
- Compatibility issues on newer devices

**Requested features**

- Damage system/health bar
- Ability to choose vehicles
- Multiplayer mode
- Sandbox/custom map mode
- Ability to get out of car


### REKT!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rekt/id1049240013)

**Currently charting:** #113 Top Paid · Racing (US App Store)

Perform thrilling stunts and master realistic physics in this high-octane driving game. Chain tricks, unlock new vehicles, and compete on global leaderboards in a dynamic sandbox arena. Experience adaptive visuals and a smooth 60 FPS for an immersive arcade experience.

**Highlights:** Realistic physics engine, Trick combo chaining, Multiplayer leaderboards, Unlockable vehicles, Sandbox arena, Adaptive visuals

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| New Level: Forge | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great gameplay
- 👍 Unique roster of vehicles
- 🎨 Awesome graphics
- 🎵 Good OST
- ⏱️ Satisfying repetitive gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🕰️ Short time limit
- 🎮 Challenging controls
- 🔍 Lack of content (maps, modes, customization)

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when unlocking certain vehicles
- Issues with high scores not saving
- Glitches with car physics (flying, getting stuck)
- Inconsistencies in registering tricks/stunts

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer mode
- Free roam/sandbox mode
- More maps and arenas
- Expanded car customization
- Boost/nitro feature


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PAKO free?

PAKO costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is REKT! free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PAKO or REKT!?

REKT! is rated higher. PAKO averages 4.2 out of 5 from 455 ratings, while REKT! averages 4.3 from 233 ratings.

### Do PAKO or REKT! have ads?

Neither PAKO nor REKT! shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PAKO or REKT!?

PAKO ships an update monthly, and REKT! monthly. Most recently, PAKO was updated on October 29, 2026 and REKT! on October 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, PAKO or REKT!?

PAKO currently peaks at #82 in the App Store charts, and REKT! at #113. 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.*