| Core Identity |
| Developer | AWESOMEPIECE | 巨人网络科技有限公司 | InnerSloth LLC | CHEELY APPS (CHILI APPS), TOO | HAEGIN Co., Ltd. | Gaggle Studios, Inc. |
| Category | Games | Games | Games | Games | Games | Games |
| Platform | Android, iOS | iOS, Android | Android, iOS | Android, iOS | iOS, Android | Android, iOS |
| Store Metrics |
| Rating | 3.9 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Ratings Count | 546 | 3,486 | 830,383 | 9,575 | 64,210 | 12,599 |
| Price | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free | Free |
| Release Date | Jul 30, 2014 | Jun 18, 2024 | Jul 25, 2018 | Apr 29, 2019 | Apr 12, 2021 | Oct 6, 2021 |
| Last Updated | May 17, 2026 | May 5, 2026 | Apr 8, 2026 | Jan 28, 2026 | Apr 16, 2026 | Apr 15, 2026 |
| Sentiment & Reviews |
| Sentiment | mixed | mixed | mixed | mixed | positive | positive |
| Score | 45/100 | 45/100 | 45/100 | 55/100 | 68/100 | 78/100 |
| Praises | - The recent addition of English language support allows international players to finally understand the core game mechanics
| - Three-dimensional map design provides a refreshing alternative to traditional two-dimensional social deduction games
- Integrated voice chat functionality facilitates social interaction and coordination during intense match sessions
- Diverse role variety keeps the core gameplay loop engaging for long-term players
| - Social deduction gameplay loop provides high replayability for friends and family groups
| - Horror atmosphere and intense gameplay mechanics create a highly engaging experience for mobile players
| - Social Interaction & Community
- Gameplay Variety
| - Engaging Gameplay & Variety
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| Complaints | - Persistent server instability and connection issues in free channels disrupt the daily play experience for active users
| - Aggressive advertisement frequency post-match disrupts the flow and enjoyment of the gaming experience
- Network connectivity issues and server instability prevent users from accessing or completing matches
- Matchmaking imbalances and bot-heavy lobbies diminish the competitive integrity of ranked play
| - Network instability and false disconnection penalties disrupt the flow of competitive matches
| - Absence of real-time multiplayer functionality forces players into repetitive sessions against predictable artificial intelligence
| - Hacker Interference
- Technical Instability
| - Technical Stability & Crashes
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| Requests | - Implementation of a joystick control option would improve movement precision for players on mobile devices
| - Automatic language translation for global lobbies to improve communication between international player bases
- Account recovery mechanisms to restore lost progress and items after device changes
| - Ranked matchmaking system to separate experienced players from casual or low-skill participants
| - Implementation of real-time online multiplayer to allow social play with friends and other users
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| Strategic Intel |
| Strengths | - Asymmetric gameplay loop drives daily active usage [Infection Mode]
- Social hub network effects increase time-in-app [Community Channel]
| - 3D map design differentiates from 2D genre leaders
- Integrated voice chat enables social coordination
- Diverse role variety sustains gameplay depth
| - Cross-platform play sustains consistent lobby availability
- Iconic art style lowers barrier to entry
| - Character role specialization increases time-to-max-level, reducing 30-day churn
- Asymmetric 4v1 loop expands ad-inventory per active user
| - Deep collection mechanics (600+ fish) for long-term retention
- Strong 'cozy' brand identity and aesthetic
- High-capacity social mini-games (30 players)
| - 70+ unique character roles
- Native proximity voice chat
- Strong cross-platform support
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| Weaknesses | - Persistent server instability in free channels [User Reviews]
- Missing regional phone support for international accounts [User Reviews]
| - Aggressive ad frequency post-match
- Persistent network instability
- Bot-heavy matchmaking in ranked modes
| - 3.9★ Android rating lags iOS performance
- Aggressive disconnection penalties trigger churn
- Lack of native voice chat
| - 0.2★ Android-iOS rating gap on majority Android base
- No real-time multiplayer despite high-frequency user requests
| - Vulnerability to hackers in competitive modes
- Technical instability and frequent session disconnects
- Slower update cadence than primary nemesis (PK XD)
| - High crash frequency in tutorials/lobbies
- Lower UI/UX polish compared to Suspects
- Community friction regarding gacha mechanics
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| Pricing | freemium | freemium | freemium | freemium | freemium | freemium |
| Momentum | Active | Intense | Active | Maintenance | Active | Active |
| Update Cadence | 4 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~4d avg | 5 versions, 4 majors/6mo, ~6d avg | 5 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~7d avg | 5 versions, ~64d avg | 5 versions, 5 majors/6mo, ~16d avg | 5 versions, 4 majors/6mo, ~9d avg |
