Mongo Dash vs Shaggy Run
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Mongo Dash
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From the maker of Mongo Madness comes an all new 32 level Mongo auto running adventure - Mongo Dash! Mongo Dash is different from the original Mongo Madness platform game in that Mongo automatically runs forward. All you have to do is make him jump, allowing you to play the game with only one hand! Collect coins, defeat bad guys, unlock new worlds, and save the princess. Everything you need for an epic run and jump adventure is here. The first three worlds are completely free!
Shaggy Run
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Dive into this captivating 2D platformer where you guide the hamster Shaggy through three exciting worlds filled with entertaining levels. Shaggy moves forward automatically, and a quick tap on the screen sends him soaring into the air. Thanks to magical carrots, Shaggy can become a speed wizard in seconds, leaping over seemingly insurmountable obstacles to reach secret platforms. Your goal? Embark on action-packed adventures! Collect valuable items, defeat enemies, and rescue needy cats in the levels to earn achievements and unlock valuable rewards. Your mission: Reach the end of each level as quickly as possible. This game is not just a solo adventure but also offers the opportunity to make friends and challenge rivaling friends in leaderboards. -The game offers 47 levels, but new levels will be added through game updates in the future. -The installation of the game and playing some levels is free. However, you can only play all levels if you purchase the full version of the game in the in-game shop. -If you need more coins, you can buy them in the in-game shop. -With coins, you can buy carrots. -You need an internet connection to play this game. -Future updates of the game must be downloaded and installed to continue playing the game. -This game does not contain any advertisements.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Shaggy Run at none against Mongo Dash's shown. Shaggy Run also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 13 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Mongo Dash sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Shaggy Run sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Mongo Dash ships an update every 13 months, Shaggy Run every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mongo Dash | Shaggy Run |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | Every 5 days โ better |
| Ads | Yes | No โ better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 โ better | 18.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 829 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Brandon Stecklein | Kim Strasser |
In-app purchases
Mongo Dash
- Mongo Dash Premium$1.99
Shaggy Run
- 10000 coins$0.99
- 25000 coins$1.99
- 40000 coins$2.99
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- 65000 coins$3.99
- Full version of the game$3.99









