# PAKO vs Chameleon Run

The clearest difference is rating: Chameleon Run at 4.7 against PAKO's 4.2. Chameleon Run also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs paid) and review sentiment (94% vs 69%). PAKO's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

PAKO costs $1.99 and Chameleon Run $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Chameleon Run holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Chameleon Run has 21K ratings behind it against 455, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of PAKO's written reviews are positive against 94% of Chameleon Run's.

PAKO ships an update monthly, Chameleon Run every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PAKO | Chameleon Run |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | $1.99 |
| Rating | [4.2 (455 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pako-car-chase-simulator/id903183877/reviews) | **[4.7 (21K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chameleon-run/id1084860489/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 455 | **21K** |
| Positive reviews | 69.4% of reviews | **93.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | #44 | **#38** |
| Size | 139 MB | 140 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tree Men Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/875238560) | [Noodlecake](https://appshunter.io/developer/370828169) |

## What reviewers say

### PAKO

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

**Currently charting:** #44 Top Paid · Racing, #142 Top Paid · Casual (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


### Chameleon Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chameleon-run/id1084860489)

**Currently charting:** #38 Top Paid · Racing, #119 Top Paid · Casual (US App Store)

Navigate challenging levels in this fast-paced autorunner. Switch colors to match the ground as you run and jump, utilizing unique mechanics like double jumps. Compete for the fastest times on non-linear levels with stylish graphics.

**Highlights:** Fast-paced running, jumping, and color switching, Double jump and head jump mechanics, Pixel-perfect physics, Stylish, colorful graphics, Non-linear levels with objectives, Fastest time leaderboards, Simple two-button controls

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast-paced gameplay
- 👍 Smooth and intuitive controls
- 💎 Challenging levels with replayability
- 🎨 Vibrant, minimalist graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Extremely difficult later levels
- 💤 Lack of new content/levels
- 🧠 Steep learning curve

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes on older devices
- Issues with color switching on certain levels

**Requested features**

- More levels and worlds
- Additional gameplay modes
- Customization options for characters


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PAKO free?

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

### Is Chameleon Run free?

Chameleon Run costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PAKO or Chameleon Run?

Chameleon Run is rated higher. PAKO averages 4.2 out of 5 from 455 ratings, while Chameleon Run averages 4.7 from 21K ratings.

### Do PAKO or Chameleon Run have ads?

Neither PAKO nor Chameleon Run shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PAKO or Chameleon Run?

PAKO ships an update monthly, and Chameleon Run every 2 months. Most recently, PAKO was updated on November 6, 2026 and Chameleon Run on November 7, 2026.

### Which is more popular, PAKO or Chameleon Run?

PAKO currently peaks at #44 in the App Store charts, and Chameleon Run at #38. 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.*