Comparison

Luminous Arrow vs Arrow Explorer

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

Head to head
About

Luminous Arrow

Features
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Easy operation. Just tap and release an arrow. Can you reach higher levels?

About

Arrow Explorer

This order-based puzzle game challenges you to strategically remove arrowed lines from a compact stack. Each tap counts as you must select lines that are not blocked, sliding them out in their indicated direction. Clear all lines to solve the puzzle, but be mindful of your limited mistakes.

Highlights
  • Order-based puzzle gameplay
  • Strategic line removal
  • Blocker mechanics
  • Limited mistakes per level
  • Satisfying clears
  • Calm and focused vibe
Features
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Arrow Explorer is an order-based puzzle where every tap matters. The screen starts as a compact stack of arrowed lines. Your job is to peel them away, one by one, until nothing remains. Here’s the twist: you may only remove a line if it’s currently free (not blocked). Tap it and it will slide out in its arrow direction. Choosing the wrong line at the wrong time may cost you a chance. How it works - Tap only lines that aren’t blocked - The line slides out along its arrow direction - You get 3 mistakes before the level ends - Clear every line to complete the puzzle What makes it addictive - Minimal controls, real strategy: it’s all about sequence - Quick, satisfying clears with a calm, focused vibe - Great for short breaks—or long “one more try” sessions If you like puzzles that feel relaxing but demand precision, Arrow Explorer is your next obsession.

Screenshots

Luminous Arrow4 screens
Arrow Explorer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Luminous Arrow at none against Arrow Explorer's 20. Luminous Arrow also leads on iOS requirement (7.0 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. Arrow Explorer sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Luminous Arrow asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Luminous Arrow versus Arrow Explorer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLuminous ArrowArrow Explorer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.2 (66 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—4.5% of reviews
Number of ratings—66 — better
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB609 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperHAREPPODigital Kingdom PTE.LTD.

In-app purchases

None

Luminous Arrow

No in-app purchases

20 purchases

Arrow Explorer

One-time20
  • coins1$1.99
  • endlessgift199$1.99
  • endlessgift299$2.99
Show 17 more
  • endlessgift499a$4.99
  • shopbundle1$5.99
  • beachbattlepass$6.99
  • mergebattlepass$6.99
  • removead2$7.99
  • endlessgift799$7.99
  • beachfourpack3$8.99
  • mergefourpack3$8.99
  • threegiftpackgroup999$9.99
  • shopbundle2$9.99
  • removead$9.99
  • mergefourpack1$14.99
  • battlepass2$14.99
  • threegiftpackgroup1499$14.99
  • shopbundle3$19.99
  • beginnerbundle7$29.99
  • shopbundle4$29.99

Questions

Is Luminous Arrow free?
Luminous Arrow is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Arrow Explorer free?
Arrow Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Luminous Arrow or Arrow Explorer have ads?
Neither Luminous Arrow nor Arrow Explorer shows ads.

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