Comparison

Isotopolis vs Revolution Idle

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

Head to head
About

Isotopolis

Explore particle physics by accelerating, steering, and colliding particles to create new isotopes. Learn about the fragmentation process and the table of nuclides through engaging gameplay. This educational game is developed by scientists and students.

Highlights
  • Particle acceleration and steering
  • Isotope creation and discovery
  • Learn about fragmentation process
  • Explore the table of nuclides
  • Educational gameplay
  • Developed by scientists and students
Features
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Accelerate, steer, and collide particles to make new and rare isotopes in this game from the National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory and the Games for Entertainment & Learning Lab at Michigan State University. Players will guide particles through the process of creating new isotopes as they learn about the fragmentation process and the table of nuclides. Developed by scientists and students at Michigan State University; Isotopolis seeks to teach players about the world of particle physics through play. The game is 100% free-to-play (with no in-app purchases). Supported By: * The American Physical Society * MSU Vice President for Research * MSU Graduate Studies * MSU University Outreach and Engagement * MSU College of Communication Arts * MSU Chief Information Officer * MSU Department of Physics of Astronomy * Joint Institute for Nuclear Astrophysics * National Science Foundation

About

Revolution Idle

This idle game challenges players to multiply numbers and reach infinite heights by filling circles. Unlock new mechanics, boost multipliers, and automate actions for optimized progress. Compete with others on the leaderboard and earn achievements.

Highlights
  • Multipliers and Prestige
  • Reach Infinity and Eternity
  • Automate actions
  • Unlock color spectrums
  • Offline time earnings
  • Leaderboard and achievements
Features
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Dive into an adventure where filling circles becomes an obsession! Revolution Idle challenges you to multiply your numbers and reach unimaginable heights. Developed by Nu Games and Oni Gaming, Revolution Idle offers a unique experience in the idle game universe. Will you manage to reach infinity? KEY FEATURES • Multipliers and Prestige: Boost multipliers and unlock prestige for additional multipliers and exponent growth. • Infinity: Reach infinity for even greater rewards. Complete the skill tree, initiate challenges. • Eternity: Reach eternity to unlock new mechanics and shatter the limits. • Addictive Gameplay: Watch circles fill up and numbers increases, each revolution brings you closer to your goal. • Colors: Buy color spectrums to increase the speed of filling circles and get distinctions for each ascent. • Automations: Automate your actions to optimise your progress. • Achievements: Complete achievements to earn bonuses. • Time Flow: Earn offline time to accelerate your progression. • Leaderboard: Compare your progress with other players and become the best. • Statistics and Options: Track your progress with statistics and customize your gaming experience with various options. IN-GAME HELP Immerse yourself in the detailed tutorial to master the game mechanics. Learn how to multiply your multipliers, optimize your upgrades, and efficiently progress towards the final goal. ABOUT THE DEVELOPER Nu Games and Oni Gaming are creators passionate about idle games. Join our Discord community, which boasts over 30,000 active players, and participate in the game's evolution! Embark on the adventure today and let yourself be carried away by the captivating universe of Revolution Idle!

Screenshots

Isotopolis4 screens
Revolution Idle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Revolution Idle at 4.8 against Isotopolis's 4.2. Revolution Idle also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 37 months) and review sentiment (89% vs 63%). Isotopolis's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Revolution Idle sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Isotopolis asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Revolution Idle holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Revolution Idle has 19K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Isotopolis's written reviews are positive against 89% of Revolution Idle's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Isotopolis ships an update every 37 months, Revolution Idle every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Isotopolis versus Revolution Idle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIsotopolisRevolution Idle
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (10 ratings)4.8 (19K ratings) — better
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews88.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1019K — better
Update frequencyEvery 37 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size189 MB185 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBrian WinnOni Gaming

Customer experience

Isotopolis

All ratings10 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative37.5%

Revolution Idle

All ratings18,665 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral1.9%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews1,242 reviews
Positive88.7%
Neutral3.5%
Negative7.7%

Bugs and requests

Isotopolis

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Revolution Idle

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Infinity progression issues
  • Autoprestige achievement not working
  • Music/audio bugs on mobile
  • Softlocks after certain progression points

Requested features

5 requests
  • More post-infinity content
  • Improved tutorial and onboarding
  • Expanded prestige/promotion system
  • Customization options
  • Expanded offline progression

In-app purchases

None

Isotopolis

No in-app purchases

14 purchases

Revolution Idle

One-time14
  • Souls Pack 1 (x2,000)$0.99
  • Starter Pack$4.99
  • Souls Pack 2 (x11,000)$4.99
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  • Infinity Pack$9.99
  • Eternity Pack$9.99
  • Remove Ads$9.99
  • Singularity Pack$19.99
  • Tarot Pack$19.99
  • Plague Pack$19.99
  • Minerals Pack$19.99
  • Astrology Pack$19.99
  • Souls Pack 3 (x40,000)$19.99
  • Ultra Souls Pack (x130,000)$49.99
  • Legendary Pack (x280,000)$99.99

Questions

Is Isotopolis free?
Isotopolis is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Revolution Idle free?
Revolution Idle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Isotopolis or Revolution Idle?
Revolution Idle is rated higher. Isotopolis averages 4.2 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Revolution Idle averages 4.8 from 19K ratings.
Do Isotopolis or Revolution Idle have ads?
Neither Isotopolis nor Revolution Idle shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Isotopolis or Revolution Idle?
Isotopolis ships an update every 37 months, and Revolution Idle every 2 weeks. Most recently, Isotopolis was updated on October 11, 2026 and Revolution Idle on October 21, 2026.

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