Comparison

Neonimo vs RetroLumo

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

Head to head
About

Neonimo

A real-time puzzle strategy game where players place tetrominoes to build paths, form buildings, and claim technology. Enjoy quick, strategic matches suitable for all ages, with various game modes against AI or friends.

Highlights
  • Real-time puzzle strategy
  • Tetromino placement
  • Building and territory claiming
  • Versus mode (local multiplayer)
  • Challenge mode (AI)
  • Dungeon Run mode
  • Responsive soundtrack
Features
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Neonimo is a real-time puzzle strategy game where players place tetrominoes to build a path to their opponent’s base, forming buildings, claiming technology, and cutting off their opponent along the way. Neonimo is… Strategic Neonimo packs a plethora of strategic and tactical decisions into a compact package. Use your pieces to create economic buildings, claim territory and technology, and disrupt your opponent’s plans. Approachable Neonimo’s simple interface lets players of all ages experience the challenge of a deep strategy game. Games take less than five minutes: Squeeze in a single game during a break, or pack many matches into a single session! In-between real-time and turn-based At the start of the game, players have plenty of time to plan out their first few moves. But as their economies ramp up, the rate of play steadily increases as the game builds up to its dramatic conclusion. VERSUS MODE – Play against your friends on the same screen in a local real-time strategy game like none other. CHALLENGE MODE – Climb the ladder facing an increasingly difficult AI. DUNGEON RUN MODE – Play against the AI in a series of matches while acquiring new technology after each successive victory. PRACTICE MODE – Jump in and play against an AI. TUTORIAL MODE – 5 small introductory games that teach you all the basics. Responsive soundtrack based on the pace of each match. Scott Hoffer – Executive Producer Ben Costrell – Design and Programming Chris Williams – Design and Programming Jack Schlesinger – Audio and Programming Edanur Kuntman – Art

About

RetroLumo

Explore a collection of bite-sized, retro-style minigames playable solo or with friends. Earn in-game rewards and customize your profile. Cloud saves ensure your progress follows you across devices.

Highlights
  • Retro-style minigames
  • Multiplayer support
  • Account sync and cloud saves
  • Cosmetic collection and profile upgrades
  • Controller support (touch and Bluetooth)
Features
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RetroLumo is a library of retro-style minigames made by Volitare Studios—play solo or with friends! Not an emulator: RetroLumo only runs games created for this platform. FEATURES • Game Cards: Bite-size games across multiple genres, new additions and updates over time • Multiplayer: Play supported cartridges with friends (account required) • Account Sync: Cloud saves; your collection follows you across devices • Collection: Earn cosmetics and profile upgrades as you play (account required to access the shop) • Controller Support: Built-in touch controls with optional haptics; Bluetooth controllers supported (compatibility may vary) Privacy Policy: https://www.volitarestudios.com/privacy-policy Terms of Service (EULA): https://www.volitarestudios.com/terms-of-service

Screenshots

Neonimo4 screens
RetroLumo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: RetroLumo at 5.0 against Neonimo's 4.4. Neonimo's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. RetroLumo sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Neonimo asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RetroLumo holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Neonimo has 34 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Neonimo ships an update every 4 days, RetroLumo every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Neonimo versus RetroLumo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNeonimoRetroLumo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (34 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings34 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB217 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChris WilliamsVolitare Studios

Customer experience

Neonimo

All ratings34 ratings
Positive82.4%
Neutral8.8%
Negative8.8%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative12.5%

RetroLumo

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Neonimo

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

RetroLumo

Subscriptions1
  • Supporter Pass$2.991 Month
One-time6
  • Gems$0.99
  • Gems$4.99
  • Gems$14.99
Show 3 more
  • Gems$29.99
  • Gems$49.99
  • Gems$99.99

Questions

Is Neonimo free?
Neonimo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RetroLumo free?
RetroLumo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Neonimo or RetroLumo?
RetroLumo is rated higher. Neonimo averages 4.4 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while RetroLumo averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Neonimo or RetroLumo have ads?
RetroLumo shows ads; Neonimo does not.
Which is updated more often, Neonimo or RetroLumo?
Neonimo ships an update every 4 days, and RetroLumo every 2 weeks. Most recently, Neonimo was updated on October 7, 2026 and RetroLumo on October 7, 2026.

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