Comparison

Hakuoki vs Infinity Nikki

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

Head to head
About

Hakuoki

Experience the origin story of a popular otome game series set in late Edo-era Japan. Follow a young woman's journey as she becomes entangled with the Shinsengumi and uncovers their dark secrets. Fully voiced in Japanese with beautiful illustrations.

Highlights
  • Fully voiced Japanese audio
  • Beautiful illustrations
  • Origin story of the Hakuoki series
  • Additional 'Tea ceremony event' scenario
  • Historical Edo-era setting
  • Romance and drama elements
Features
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“Hakuoki”- the otome game that has gained popularity not only in Japan but around the world, is now available in English! The whole story is fully voiced in Japanese by popular voice actors, and the beautiful illustrations have been perfectly ported from the PSP version! This work was the basis for the series' culmination, "Hakuoki Shinkai" which released in 2015. The "Hakuoki" series started in 2008, and until "Hakuoki Shinkai" released, fan disks and anime have been created based on this game. You can play the origin story of "Hakuoki" along with the additional scenario, the "Tea ceremony event ". ■Story It is the end of the Edo Era, and the 3rd year of the Bunkyu Era... The protagonist, Chizuru Yukimura, was raised in Edo and is daughter to a Rangaku scholar. Having lost contact with her father in Kyoto, Chizuru decides to visit him. There, Chizuru witnesses a Shinsengumi soldier killing a bloodthirsty monster. By strange happenstance, Chizuru finds herself connected to the Shinsengumi, and the assassins desperate to kill them. As time progresses, Chizuru will discover their terrible secret.... Tortured by their own thoughts, the men of the Shinsengumi wield their blades in defense of their faith and ideals, in an era torn apart by chaos. Hidden in the riots that defined the passing of the Edo period, a dark battle within the Shinsengumi begins: A battle that will never be recorded in the pages of history... ■Tea ceremony event In February 1867, Chizuru is asked to attend a tea party on Kondo’s behalf. She accepts to go accompanied by the Shinsengumi warriors. What’s hidden behind that sudden invitation? What awaits her...? Find out by spending some sweet time with your favorite character! *This scenario can be enjoyed by purchasing the "Tea ceremony event". It is recommended you play this scenario after completing the main story. [CAST] Toshizo Hijikata(CV:Shin-ichiro Miki)/Souji Okita(CV:Showtaro Morikubo)/Hajime Saito(CV:Kohsuke Toriumi)/Heisuke Toudou(CV:Hiroyuki Yoshino)/Sanosuke Harada(CV:Kouji Yusa)/Isami Kondou(CV:Toru Okawa)/Keisuke Sanan(CV:Nobuo Tobita)/Shinpachi Nagakura(CV:Tomohiro Tsuboi)/Kodo Yukimura(CV:Ryugo Saito)/Chikage Kazama(CV:Kenjiro Tsuda)/etc *Japanese Only. <Recommended devices> iOS 10.0 or higher *Please note that we do not support devices other than the recommended devices. Please note that we do not guarantee operation or provide refunds for use on unsupported OS/unsupported devices. *We recommend downloading the game over Wi-Fi. *Save data cannot be transferred after changing devices. <User Support> *User support is available only in Japanese. If you have any problems with the operation of the application, please check the "Frequently Asked Questions". Frequently Asked Questions https://www.ideaf.co.jp/support/q_a.html If your problem is not resolved after checking the FAQ, Please contact us using the mail form on the following page. <Contact us> https://www.ideaf.co.jp/support/us.html Please note that once the billing process has successfully completed at the store, the download to the compatible device is considered to be complete, and no refunds will be issued after that.

About

Infinity Nikki

Embark on an open-world adventure in a mysterious region, utilizing magical outfits and archery skills. Explore vast landscapes, engage in combat, build your dream home, and capture beautiful moments through fashion photography. Connect with friends in online co-op for a shared journey.

Highlights
  • Open-world exploration
  • Magical ability outfits
  • Archery combat
  • Online co-op multiplayer
  • Home building and customization
  • Fashion photography
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Infinity Nikki, developed by Infold Games, is the fifth installment in the Nikki series—a multi-platform open-world game built on the UE5 engine. It's an enchanting experience dedicated to creating and collecting beauty. Nikki, together with Momo, harnesses the power of Whim and ability outfits, facing every challenge with courage and discovering miracles along the way. [New Main Story Chapter] Golden Dust The final chapter of the Itzaland main story is now available, along with the new region, Heaven's Reach, open for exploration. Dreams of a golden celebration stir as echoes of the Titan civilization linger... Set out for the Golden City, follow the Mark of the Cycle, and witness the finale of Itzaland's fate! [Open World] Explore and Discover Unseen Wonders Step into a vast, living world where every horizon hides a new mystery. Transform through Gigantification to move faster, leap higher, and unleash a thunderous Roar to take on the massive Behemoths. Use the Sticky Claw to glide across the skies and reach hidden spots. With every step, your sense of freedom, discovery, and adventure grows. [Ingenious Combat] Shape Your Adventure Nikki's new Archery ability turns combat into a skillful, interactive experience. Use bows to break shields, solve puzzles, and unlock hidden paths, blending exploration and strategy. Choose your Battle Companions for offense or defense roles, allowing you to tailor your own style and approach to every challenge. [Online Co-op] A Journey Shared, Souls No Longer Walking Alone Meet Nikkis from parallel worlds and embark on a beautiful adventure together. When the Starbell softly rings, friends will be reunited. Whether walking hand in hand or exploring freely on your own, your journey will be filled with joy every step of the way. [Home Building] Nikki's Floating Island Build your dream home on an island of your own. Design every space your way, grow crops, gather stars, raise fish... This is more than an island; it's a living dream woven from Whim. [Fashion Photography] Capture the World Through Your Lens, Master the Perfect Palette Mix and match colors and styles to capture the beauty of the world. Use Momo's Camera to customize your favorite filters, settings, and photo styles, preserving each precious moment in a single shot. An Open-World Styling Fantasy! Thank you for being interested in Infinity Nikki. We look forward to meeting you in Miraland! Please follow us for the latest updates: Website: https://infinitynikki.infoldgames.com/en/home X: https://x.com/InfinityNikkiEN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/infinitynikki.en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@InfinityNikkiEN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitynikki_en/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@infinitynikki_en Discord: https://discord.gg/infinitynikki Reddit:https://www.reddit.com/r/InfinityNikkiofficial/

Screenshots

Hakuoki4 screens
Infinity Nikki4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Infinity Nikki at Free against Hakuoki's $29.99. Infinity Nikki also leads on ratings volume (13K vs 62) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months). Hakuoki's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 3.9) and in-app purchases (none vs 41). 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

Infinity Nikki is free to download; Hakuoki costs $29.99 up front. Infinity Nikki sells 39 one-off in-app purchases. Hakuoki asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hakuoki holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Infinity Nikki has 13K ratings behind it against 62, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hakuoki ships an update every 6 months, Infinity Nikki every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Hakuoki versus Infinity Nikki: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHakuokiInfinity Nikki
Price$29.99Free — better
Rating4.4 (62 ratings) — better3.9 (13K ratings)
Positive reviews61.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings6213K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank—#101 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size670 MB2.4 GB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperIDEA FACTORY CO., LTD.INFOLD PTE. LTD.

Customer experience

Hakuoki

All ratings62 ratings
Positive83.9%
Neutral4.8%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews75 reviews
Positive61.3%
Neutral9.3%
Negative29.3%

Infinity Nikki

All ratings12,652 ratings
Positive71.1%
Neutral4.5%
Negative24.4%

User reviews

Hakuoki

From 62 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 😍 Beautiful artwork and CGs
  • 📖 Engaging and well-written stories
  • 🗣️ Excellent voice acting (Japanese)
  • 💯 Worth the price for content
  • 👍 Easy navigation and gameplay

Room to improve

  • 💸 Pricey for a mobile game
  • 📉 Romance aspect sometimes secondary
  • 🤷‍♀️ Main character can feel useless
  • 💔 Some routes are short
  • 🚫 Missing content (e.g., character routes, CGs)

Infinity Nikki

From 13K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🌸 Beautiful graphics and visuals
  • 🎨 Stunning outfit designs and customization
  • 🐱 Cute companion character (Momo)
  • 🌍 Immersive open-world exploration
  • 🕹️ Relaxing and cozy gameplay

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and performance issues
  • 🔍 Difficult navigation and controls
  • 🔋 Battery drain and overheating on mobile
  • 🕰️ Slow loading times and updates

Bugs and requests

Hakuoki

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Black screen after intro/credits
  • App crashes on startup
  • Game not working with latest iOS updates
  • Sound not working on iPad Pro
  • Unable to get certain CGs
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  • App won't open after updates
  • Black screen after common route

Requested features

6 requests
  • Kyoto Winds version for Mac
  • More content for certain characters (e.g., Chikage, Kazama)
  • Sannan's route
  • More Hakuoki games in English on iOS
  • Hakuoki SSL in English
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  • More English otome games

Infinity Nikki

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to progress past certain cutscenes
  • Frozen screens and unresponsive UI
  • Compatibility issues on older devices
  • Inconsistent audio/sound bugs

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved camera controls
  • Ability to play as male character
  • Multiplayer co-op mode
  • More detailed tutorials and guidance

In-app purchases

None

Hakuoki

No in-app purchases

39 purchases

Infinity Nikki

One-time39
  • Pack Purchase$0.29
  • Sheer Bubble Pack I$0.49
  • Pack 1$0.49
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  • Weekly Gains$0.99
  • Stellarite*60$0.99
  • Pack Purchase$0.99
  • Sheer Bubble Pack II$0.99
  • Pack 2$0.99
  • Cloudborne Dreams$0.99
  • Tidal Resonance Pack I$0.99
  • Pack Purchase$1.49
  • Multi-Pack I$1.49
  • Multi-Pack II$1.99
  • Pack 3$1.99
  • Celebration Resonance III$1.99
  • Tidal Resonance Pack II$1.99
  • Pack Purchase$2.49
  • Pack Purchase$2.99
  • Multi-Pack III$3.99
  • Pack Purchase$4.99
  • Stellarite*300$4.99
  • Monthly Gifts$4.99
  • Sheer Bubble Pack III$4.99
  • Pack 4$4.99
  • Tidal Resonance Pack III$4.99
  • Pack 5$6.99
  • Distant Anthem$9.99
  • Pack Purchase$9.99
  • Whispered Resonance Pack VI$9.99
  • Luminous Pack$9.99
  • Tidal Resonance Pack IV$9.99
  • Miracle Anthem$10.99
  • Stellarite*980$14.99
  • Tidal Resonance Pack V$14.99
  • Miracle Epic$19.49
  • Stellarite*3840$19.99
  • Stellarite*1980$29.99
  • Stellarite*3280$49.99
  • Stellarite*6480$99.99

Questions

Is Hakuoki free?
Hakuoki costs $29.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Infinity Nikki free?
Infinity Nikki is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hakuoki or Infinity Nikki?
Hakuoki is rated higher. Hakuoki averages 4.4 out of 5 from 62 ratings, while Infinity Nikki averages 3.9 from 13K ratings.
Do Hakuoki or Infinity Nikki have ads?
Neither Hakuoki nor Infinity Nikki shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hakuoki or Infinity Nikki?
Hakuoki ships an update every 6 months, and Infinity Nikki every 2 months. Most recently, Hakuoki was updated on October 20, 2026 and Infinity Nikki on October 24, 2026.

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