Boom Mania vs Brinebound
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Boom Mania
Embark on a pixel-art adventure inspired by classic bomber games. Blast through explosive worlds, rescue friends, and upgrade your gear in this single-player campaign. Enjoy strategic fun with satisfying explosions and challenging enemies.
- Classic bomber gameplay
- Boss battles
- Gear upgrades
- Procedurally generated levels
- Retro pixel art style
- Controller support
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Ready to become the greatest goblin bomber of all time? In Boom Mania, a premium pixel-art adventure inspired by the timeless Bomberman formula, you’ll blast your way through 9 explosive worlds to rescue your friends from the clutches of the evil lord Xaraxas. This is the Bomber-style single-player campaign you've always wanted—packed with satisfying explosions, tricky enemies, and handcrafted pixel charm. Whether you're a seasoned bomber or new to the genre, Boom Mania delivers fast, strategic fun at your fingertips. Game Features: Classic Bomber Gameplay – Smooth, precise controls optimized for touchscreens (choose between a virtual D-pad or analog stick). Boss Battles – Test your skills against mighty foes in challenging boss fights. Upgrade Your Gear – Unlock powerful bombs, magical items, and sturdy armor. Stars & Objectives – Complete challenges in every level to earn stars and new gear. Procedurally Generated Levels – Every playthrough feels fresh and unpredictable. Retro Pixel Style – Explore vibrant, handcrafted environments filled with charm. Arena Challenges – Face off against clever AI in special bonus levels. Controller Support – Plug in a Bluetooth controller and play the old-school way. One Price, No Ads, No Hassle – Pay once, play forever. No microtransactions. Jump into the action, master your arsenal, and carve your name into goblin legend!
Brinebound
Navigate Alaska's rivers as a salmon, flapping your way to survival. Eat, use currents, and avoid dangers like hooks and nets on your journey to the ocean. This arcade game offers an ad-free and purchase-free experience.
- Play as a Chinook salmon
- Navigate Alaskan rivers
- Eat to survive
- Ride river currents
- Dodge hooks and nets
- Journey to the sea
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Tap to flap through Alaska's wild waters as a young Chinook salmon. Eat, ride currents, dodge hooks and nets, and survive the journey to the sea. No ads. No in app purchases.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Brinebound at 5.0 against Boom Mania's 3.7. Brinebound also leads on price ($0.99 vs $1.99). Boom Mania's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Boom Mania costs $1.99 and Brinebound $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Brinebound holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.
| Parameter | Boom Mania | Brinebound |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | $0.99 — better |
| Rating | 3.7 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 125 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | CGE Digital s.r.o. | Karl Mcclendon |
In-app purchases
Boom Mania
No in-app purchases
Brinebound
No in-app purchases
