Comparison

Green the Planet 2 vs DESERTOPIA

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

Head to head
About

Green the Planet 2

Travel the universe, transforming barren planets into lush, comfortable habitats. Decompose comets for resources, use specialized tools to revitalize planets, and enjoy a relaxing, rewarding experience.

Highlights
  • Comet decomposition with various weapon types
  • Planet revitalization using Greenifizers
  • Advanced spaceship technology and AI support
  • In-game library for item review
  • Planet status monitoring system
  • Auto Collectors for resource gathering
Features
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GREEN THE PLANETS, GREEN YOUR LIFE Since being featured in the New Cosmos Times, 'Green Style' has become a lifestyle that is on many people's radar. What is Green Style, you may ask? It is greening one planet after another by traveling through the universe and changing it to be a comfortable place to live. Therefore, you will feel more relaxed, refreshed, and satisfied with your accomplishments: your green planets. "Well, it's interesting, but, isn’t it too much to handle?” Just join us and find out! GROW* provides with you all the support you need, and you will be amazed how easy it is to start enjoying your 'Green Style.' *GROW: Greening and Reviving Of the Whole Universe ------------------------- [Why do I choose GROW?] - A Variety of Comet Decomposers You will have a variety of Comet Decomposer choices, including the new Spread Shot, Reflection Shot and Charger type, as well as the standard Cannon, Missile and Laser. You will be amazed by the fun and excitement of decomposing comets! - Quick'N Easy Greenifizers The items from decomposing comets are converted into the energy, which then can be injected directly into the planet through Greenifizers. So, just sit back, relax, and watch how the planet becomes green. - Advanced Tech Facilities in the Spaceship The latest artificial intelligence is implemented in the computer of the spaceship, and we will make sure you receive the best on-site support in the industry. The library is also available in the spaceship to review the items you obtain. In response to many requests, the new monitoring system has been installed so that you can check the current status of the planets that you have completed greening. ------------------------- [Voices from the ’Green Style' community] "I was tired of working long hours day after day, so I decided to go 'Green Style.' Now, I live a happy life! It is a joy to see a flower finally bloom after I complete greening a planet." (Mepopoica from Planet Logoooda, 158 yrs old) "Wow, that Reflection Shot! So awesome! Can't wait to do greening again on my next day off." (Ga Nmochera Lu from Planet Nmzee, 17 yrs old) "I am soooo busy taking care of 86 kids, but now I don't have to worry about gathering falling stars because Auto Collectors are working for me while I'm not on the planet currently greening. That's why I can continue and enjoy my 'Green Style.'" (Moiko Mozoda from Planet Moyak, 37 yrs old) ------------------------- So, call us now and start greening the planets and enriching your life! GROW guarantees you will enjoy your 'Green Style.' *Free trial available at a galaxy near you.

About

DESERTOPIA

Transform a barren desert island into a thriving habitat at your own pace. Care for the island, restore wildlife, and make choices that influence its development. Enjoy a therapeutic idle simulator with beautiful art and evolving music.

Highlights
  • Storybook-style art
  • 100+ animals and 25+ terrain types
  • Weather and water evaporation mechanics
  • Multi-layered, evolving music
  • Interactive events influencing island development
  • Collect trash to clean the environment
Features
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///// Achievements ///// ・2018 Tokyo Game Show | Official Selection ・2018 Kyoto BitSummit Vol.6 | Official Selection ・2018 Kyoto BitSummit Vol.6 | Indie Megabooth Selection ・2017 IMGA Global | Nominee ・2017 IMGA SEA | Nominee ・App Store Earth Day 2018, 2019, 2020 | Featured “A simple game with a deep meaning.” — INSIDE “Experience the role humans play in the ecosystem, and understand that we cannot take whatever we want from Mother Nature without repercussion. Learn how to cherish valuable resources.” — App Store Feature ///// Introduction ///// Desertopia is a relaxing and therapeutic idle simulator where you can spend just 5–10 minutes a day transforming a barren desert island into a vibrant, thriving habitat — all at your own pace. Your goal is to care for the island and help restore its wildlife. Occasionally, you’ll need to pick up floating trash to keep the environment clean. You’ll also make decisions about events triggered by human activity. Will you allow a tour group to visit the island? Should you build a resort? Every choice you make will directly influence how the island develops. ///// Features ///// ・Storybook-style art: Simply watching the animals roam the island can feel therapeutic on its own. ・100+ animals: Desertopia features over 100 unique creatures and 25+ terrain types. More than 15 legendary species may appear under special conditions — some only during festivals and holidays! ・Weather and water evaporation: Water evaporation is a unique gameplay mechanic. You’ll need to summon rain regularly to maintain livable conditions for your wildlife. If neglected, the island will gradually revert to a barren desert. ・Multi-layered music: Enjoy rich, evolving background music that shifts depending on the area and the animals inhabiting it. ・Events: Cruise ships bring visitors and special events to the island, each with both benefits and drawbacks. How your island evolves is entirely up to you. //////////////////// This game contains in-game offers to purchase digital goods or premium items with real-world currency (or with virtual coins and other in-game currencies purchasable using real-world money), where players do not know in advance which specific items they will receive (e.g., loot boxes, item packs, or mystery rewards). Terms of Use: https://gamtropy.com/term-of-use-en/ Privacy Policy: https://gamtropy.com/privacy-policy-en/ © 2017 Gamtropy Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

Screenshots

Green the Planet 24 screens
DESERTOPIA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Green the Planet 2 at 91% against DESERTOPIA's 45%. Green the Planet 2 also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 287). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Green the Planet 2 sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and DESERTOPIA sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Green the Planet 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.4K and 287 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of Green the Planet 2's written reviews are positive against 45% of DESERTOPIA's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Green the Planet 2 ships an update every 6 weeks, DESERTOPIA every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Green the Planet 2 versus DESERTOPIA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGreen the Planet 2DESERTOPIA
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (1.4K ratings) — better4.5 (287 ratings)
Positive reviews91.0% of reviews — better45.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1.4K — better287
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB218 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperKIKAKU DAMASHII, INC.Gamtropy Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Green the Planet 2

All ratings1,389 ratings
Positive97.4%
Neutral1.2%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews354 reviews
Positive91.0%
Neutral3.7%
Negative5.4%

DESERTOPIA

All ratings287 ratings
Positive88.2%
Neutral5.2%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews170 reviews
Positive45.3%
Neutral17.6%
Negative37.1%

User reviews

Green the Planet 2

From 1.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🌱 Relaxing and consistent
  • 🔥 Fun and satisfying
  • 🎨 Beautiful pixel art and animations
  • 🕹️ Simple yet addictive gameplay
  • 🚫 Optional ads with rewards

Room to improve

  • 🐢 Slow progression and repetitive
  • 🤔 Unclear mechanics and lack of guidance
  • 🧱 Some indestructible objects make progress difficult

DESERTOPIA

From 287 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🌳 Beautiful art style and relaxing atmosphere
  • 🌱 Environmentally-conscious themes
  • 👍 No ads or in-app purchases required to progress

Room to improve

  • 🕰️ Slow progression and long wait times
  • 🐛 Bugs and crashes preventing gameplay
  • 🤔 Unclear game mechanics and lack of instructions

Bugs and requests

Green the Planet 2

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Ads not working properly
  • Inconsistent behavior of auto-collectors

Requested features

4 requests
  • More varied planet biomes and content
  • Ability to save progress and resume later
  • Improved UI and controls for weapon selection
  • Expanded story and lore

DESERTOPIA

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to exit tutorial or instructions screen
  • Disappearing wetlands and other lost progress
  • Compatibility issues on certain devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • More in-depth tutorial and gameplay explanations
  • Ability to reset or restart progress
  • Faster ways to earn resources and unlock new areas

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Green the Planet 2

One-time3
  • Video Ad Skip Function$2.99
  • Analysis Speed Booster$2.99
  • Skip & Booster Bundle$4.99
15 purchases

DESERTOPIA

Subscriptions1
  • Ad-Free Pass (30 Days)$19.991 Month
One-time14
  • Gem Pack I$0.99
  • Ad Ticket Pack 1$1.99
  • Gem Pack II$4.99
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  • NewbiePack$4.99
  • Coral reef$4.99
  • Ad Ticket Pack 2$4.99
  • DNAPack001$4.99
  • Gem Pack III$9.99
  • Unlock Ancient Island$9.99
  • Cat Pack 1$9.99
  • (Limited) New Year Pass$9.99
  • (Limited) New Year Pack 3$9.99
  • Gem Pack IV$19.99
  • (Limited) New Year Pack 4$29.99

Questions

Is Green the Planet 2 free?
Green the Planet 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DESERTOPIA free?
DESERTOPIA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Green the Planet 2 or DESERTOPIA?
Green the Planet 2 is rated higher. Green the Planet 2 averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while DESERTOPIA averages 4.5 from 287 ratings.
Do Green the Planet 2 or DESERTOPIA have ads?
Both Green the Planet 2 and DESERTOPIA show ads.
Which is updated more often, Green the Planet 2 or DESERTOPIA?
Green the Planet 2 ships an update every 6 weeks, and DESERTOPIA every 2 months. Most recently, Green the Planet 2 was updated on October 15, 2026 and DESERTOPIA on October 15, 2026.

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