Comparison

Identicode vs Dorian

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Identicode

Decode secret messages from vintage sci-fi comics using a digital replica of a classic code-breaker. Supports red and blue encoding, camera input, and VoiceOver. Enjoy escapist fun and create your own coded messages.

Highlights
  • Red and Blue encoding/decoding
  • Camera input for coded messages
  • Shake to clear functionality
  • Futuristic, retro aesthetic
  • Auto-decode shared messages
  • VoiceOver support
Features
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This futuristic, yet strangely retro technology allows you to break the secret codes supplied in the 1960s Sci-Fi comic "TV Century 21". The original issue of the comic on January 23rd 1965 came with a functionally identical code-breaker but, more than 50 years later they are a very rare beast indeed and possibly chewed and mouldy as they were made of thin card and paper. So, if you have some old copies of the magazine (and you can buy them online!) and you've been yearning to know what those secret messages at the foot of the pages were then this is just the app you've been looking for! If you were feeling mischievous you could of course encode your own messages to surprise your friends on Social Media. :-) *) Supports Red and Blue encoding and decoding *) Use the camera to quickly enter coded messages (where supported) *) Shake to clear *) Exciting futuristic, retro look, feel and sounds *) Escapist fun and silliness *) Auto decode message shared by fellow agents *) VoiceOver support Please contact me through my website if you have any questions.

About

Dorian

Dive into interactive stories with diverse genres, from romance and fantasy to horror. Make choices that shape your destiny, build relationships, and unlock unique endings. You can also create your own visual novels and games without coding, and connect with a community of fans and creators.

Highlights
  • Play interactive story-driven games
  • Create visual novels and games without coding
  • Build branching romance routes
  • Connect with a global community
  • Support indie creators
  • Earn from your creativity
Features
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Become the main character of your own romance. Play by your own rules. Welcome to Dorian - the romantasy games hub where your choices shape your destiny. Fall for dangerous love interests, survive horror stories, uncover paranormal secrets, and create your own unforgettable romance. Whether you're into dark romance, slow burns, enemies-to-lovers, or chaotic bad boys, Dorian lets you experience stories your way. 「Discover Your Next Obsession」 Explore a growing collection of interactive stories and visual novels from independent creators. Fall for dangerous love interests, make impossible choices, and unlock unforgettable endings across romance, horror, fantasy, and paranormal adventures. Featured Stories - Slashfic by Jess Delfanti, ValerieOS & Kellie Storm - romance slashers to survive. - Shark Bait by Rose Magpie - dangerous shark gods, unforgettable romance, and impossible choices. - Hellbent & Bloodbound by Magic Shop Games - choose between angels, demons, and vampires in high stakes worlds of supernatural temptation - The Curse: A Moonlight Romance by Inspector Lemon & AKrCos - a magical vampire romance where love and destiny collide. 「Your choices matter」 Every episode is yours to shape. - Make meaningful choices that change the story. - Romance your favorite characters. - Unlock premium scenes, outfits, and special endings. - Replay episodes to discover new routes. - Level up relationships to unlock free rewards with your favorites! Whether you're looking for an otome game, dating sim, interactive fiction, or visual novel, Dorian gives you stories you'll want to replay again and again. 「Join the community」 Connect with your favorite creators in a community of fans just like you! - Chat with fellow fans. - Follow your favorite creators. - Get exclusive events, rewards, and updates. - Discover new romance stories every week. 「Have a story to tell?」 Dorian gives creators the tools to build interactive fiction, grow a passionate fanbase, and publish visual novels with no coding required. Turn your story into a playable experience in hours instead of months or years, creating branching romances, unforgettable characters, and immersive interactive adventures for players around the world. Let’s get social! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dorian.live/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dorian.live Discord: https://discord.gg/vCbqzjHvFs Terms of Use: https://dorian.live/#terms-of-use

Screenshots

Identicode3 screens
Dorian4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Identicode at 100% against Dorian's 51%. Identicode also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 22). Dorian's advantage is price (Free vs $0.99) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 8 months). On ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Dorian is free to download; Identicode costs $0.99 up front. Dorian sells 21 one-off in-app purchases. Identicode asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Identicode ships an update every 8 months, Dorian every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Identicode versus Dorian: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIdenticodeDorian
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—4.6 (8.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better51.1% of reviews
Number of ratings—8.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB41 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperStephen WatsonDorian

Customer experience

Identicode

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Dorian

All ratings8,304 ratings
Positive89.1%
Neutral4.5%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews567 reviews
Positive51.1%
Neutral17.1%
Negative31.7%

Bugs and requests

Identicode

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Dorian

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Freezing and crashing issues
  • Incorrect character name/appearance displayed
  • Rewards not properly credited
  • Slow loading times
  • Compatibility problems on older devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more male and non-binary character options
  • Increase body type and skin tone diversity
  • Implement a way to earn in-game currency without spending money
  • Improve app stability and fix bugs
  • Provide more detailed tutorials and guidance

In-app purchases

None

Identicode

No in-app purchases

21 purchases

Dorian

One-time21
  • 14 Hearts$1.99
  • 23 Hearts$2.99
  • 21 Hearts$2.99
Show 18 more
  • 28 Hearts$3.99
  • 36 Hearts$4.99
  • Special Bonus Bundle$4.99
  • 54 Hearts$6.99
  • 51 Hearts$6.99
  • 100 Hearts2 variants$6.99
  • 72 Hearts$9.99
  • Combo Package$9.99
  • 82 Hearts$9.99
  • Slashfic Cuffing Season pass$9.99
  • 74 Hearts$9.99
  • Combo: 171 hearts + 1510 coins$19.99
  • 150 Hearts$19.99
  • Welcome Bundle$19.99
  • Special Bonus Bundle$34.99
  • Combo: 430 hearts + 4945 coins$49.99
  • 415 Hearts$49.99
  • 860 Hearts$99.99

Questions

Is Identicode free?
Identicode costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dorian free?
Dorian is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Identicode or Dorian have ads?
Neither Identicode nor Dorian shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Identicode or Dorian?
Identicode ships an update every 8 months, and Dorian every 11 days. Most recently, Identicode was updated on June 1, 2026 and Dorian on October 25, 2026.

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