Comparison

Samorost 3 vs Spacenyik

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

Head to head
About

Samorost 3

Embark on a cosmic journey as a curious space gnome exploring nine unique alien worlds. Solve puzzles and uncover mysteries using a magic flute. This award-winning adventure game features beautiful artwork, sound, and music.

Highlights
  • Exploration adventure game
  • Puzzle solving
  • Magic flute powers
  • Nine unique alien worlds
  • Beautiful artwork and music
  • Curious space gnome protagonist
Features
Currently charting
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Samorost 3 is an exploration adventure and puzzle game from the award-winning creators of Machinarium and Botanicula. It is Amanita Design’s most ambitious experience to date and a loose continuation of the hit indie games Samorost and Samorost 2. Samorost 3 follows a curious space gnome who uses the powers of a magic flute to travel across the cosmos in search of its mysterious origins. Visit nine unique and alien worlds teeming with colorful challenges, creatures and surprises to discover, brought to life with beautiful artwork, sound and music. We recommend playing with headphones for a greater experience! What the press said: “Possibly the most beautiful point-and-click adventure I've ever played.” - Destructoid “The best adventure game in years.” - Kill Screen “A worthy follow-up to Machinarium and Botanicula.” - Pocket Gamer “Arguably the greatest game to come out of Amanita Design.” - PC Gamer “Samorost 3's setting is immediately entrancing.” - GameSpot “All of the music is incredible.” - GameZebo “Samorost 3 is a game that feels alive.” - Stuff

About

Spacenyik

Features
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Are you ready for an intergalactic adventure? After more than six decades, Laika is in space again and she needs your help. In this expedition, every food particle counts, and brightening the space dog’s day is your utmost priority! Deliver the most important payload and satisfy the cosmic food desires of the heroic Space Doggo. You will be faced with various galactic obstacles, so be space-aware at all times and watch out for the cosmic challenges which stand between you and Laika. Do you believe that you have all it takes to tackle with a multitude of missions and ensure that the four-legged canine cosmonaut remains cheerful and is well-fed? Then don’t hesitate and emBARK on this space journey now! • 300+ Space missions • Stunning design and mechanics • Entertaining Easter eggs • Customize Laika with a variety of outfits • Challenge yourself with difficult levels as you navigate through space • Hidden secrets: Discover all hidden elements and gain access to exclusive gaming content • Survivor Mode: Test your skills in survivor mode and try to avoid the obstacles as long as possible But now you are running out of time! T-Minus 10 seconds!

Screenshots

Samorost 34 screens
Spacenyik4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Spacenyik at Free against Samorost 3's $1.99. Samorost 3's advantage is chart position (#91 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases 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

Spacenyik is free to download; Samorost 3 costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Samorost 3 ships an update every 7 months, Spacenyik every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Samorost 3 versus Spacenyik: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSamorost 3Spacenyik
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (568 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews74.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings568 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#91 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size1.2 GB453 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperAmanita Design s.r.o.Ferenc Wimmer

Bugs and requests

Samorost 3

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Game crashes on certain devices
  • Compatibility issues with older iOS versions

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to restart the game from the beginning
  • More detailed instructions and tutorials
  • Support for larger screens like iPad Pro

Spacenyik

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Samorost 3

No in-app purchases

None

Spacenyik

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Samorost 3 free?
Samorost 3 costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Spacenyik free?
Spacenyik is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Samorost 3 or Spacenyik have ads?
Neither Samorost 3 nor Spacenyik shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Samorost 3 or Spacenyik?
Samorost 3 ships an update every 7 months, and Spacenyik every 3 months. Most recently, Samorost 3 was updated on October 20, 2026 and Spacenyik on October 14, 2026.

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