Comparison

Algae Bloom Dynamics vs Aquarium Match 3

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

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About

Algae Bloom Dynamics

Experience algae blooms in augmented reality, learning about their causes and solutions in lakes and waterways. Explore animated 3D models of aquatic life and understand environmental threats from human activities and invasive species.

Highlights
  • Augmented reality environmental simulation
  • Learn about algae bloom causes
  • Explore aquatic life 3D models
  • Understand environmental threats
  • Global waterway focus
  • Educational game
Features
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Algae Bloom Dynamics (ABD) is an augmented reality art, science, and game simulation for experiencing how algae blooms occur, and where to find and fix their sources in lakes and waterways globally. Educate and inform people in an engaging augmented reality that is experienced in your own environment. Experience a clear-water lake that begins to have imbalances in phosphorus and nitrogen from human activities and threats from invasive species. Local, regional, and global threats are presented from: - agriculture - household waste - stormwater runoff - wastewater systems - road salt - invasive species - fossil fuels The project includes animated 3D models of: - Fish: Yellow Perch, Rainbow Smelt, and Bass - Zooplankton: Daphnia and Spiny Water Flea - Phytoplankton: Microcystis and Aphanocapsa - Mollusks: Zebra Mussels - Macroalgae: Nitella ABD is a project created by the Eco Resilience Global Games Research Group at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The project is funded in part by the Jefferson Project. For more information, please see our website. Algae Bloom Dynamic AR: https://sites.google.com/view/algae-bloom-dynamics/algae-bloom-dynamics Eco Resilience Games: https://sites.google.com/view/eco-resilience/home Eco Resilience Games is creating virtual worlds that inspire us to preserve our actual ones. Whether we are enabling people to experientially see, hear and touch plankton in new ways in order to understand their vital importance to freshwater ecology, or making it possible to become a water droplet traveling through an entire watershed, we are using advanced game technology creatively to introduce people to new worlds, new perspectives, and new systems to help understand emerging environmental knowledge and the vital need to work together globally for a sustainable, eco resilient future.

About

Aquarium Match 3

Embark on an underwater match-3 adventure filled with adorable sea creatures and vibrant 3D landscapes. Design your dream aquarium, collect fish, and enjoy over 1000 engaging levels. Play offline and participate in daily events for exciting rewards.

Highlights
  • Unique match-3 mechanics
  • Over 1000 engaging levels
  • Vivid 3D underwater exploration
  • Design your dream aquarium
  • Offline play
  • Daily and weekly events
Features
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Dive Into "Aquarium Match 3: Ocean Party": A Match-3 Adventure Under the Sea! Ever dreamt of exploring the enchanting underwater world? With "Aquarium Match 3: Ocean Party," dive deep into an oceanic adventure like no other. Join a vibrant community of sea creatures and embark on a thrilling match-3 journey beneath the waves. Game Highlights: Unique Match-3 Mechanics: Engage with a distinct swapping and matching system alongside adorable sea creatures, promising non-stop entertainment and strategic depth. Over 1000 Engaging Levels: Navigate through an expansive array of match-3 puzzles. Each level unfolds new themed aquariums and hidden surprises, ensuring a fresh challenge awaits at every turn. Vivid 3D Underwater Exploration: Immerse yourself in stunning 3D underwater landscapes. Discover the secrets of the deep with your animated aquatic friends. Design Your Dream Aquarium: Create a personalized underwater sanctuary. Collect and grow a variety of fish, decorate your aquariums to your taste, and build a thriving marine empire. Stunning Visuals and Creative Gameplay: Experience the beauty of the underwater realm in every level, filled with vibrant visuals, innovative puzzles, and a splash of color that brings the aquatic world to life. Generous Rewards and Interactive Events: Dive into daily and weekly events for exciting rewards. Share the fun with friends and enjoy regular updates and gifts to enhance your gaming experience. Offline Play: Enjoy seamless gameplay without an internet connection. Perfect for gaming on-the-go without worrying about data consumption. Your Underwater Adventure Awaits! "Aquarium Match 3: Ocean Party" is not just a game; it's a dive into a world of laughter, discovery, and endless match-3 fun. Download now to start your underwater expedition and unleash your creativity in designing the ultimate aquatic paradise. Support us by spreading the word and immerse yourself in the captivating depths of oceanic adventure. Happy gaming!

Screenshots

Algae Bloom Dynamics4 screens
Aquarium Match 34 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Algae Bloom Dynamics at none against Aquarium Match 3's 12. Aquarium Match 3's advantage is ratings volume (40 vs 5). On price, rating, review sentiment 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. Aquarium Match 3 sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Algae Bloom Dynamics asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Algae Bloom Dynamics against 4.7 for Aquarium Match 3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Aquarium Match 3 has 40 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Algae Bloom Dynamics versus Aquarium Match 3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAlgae Bloom DynamicsAquarium Match 3
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (5 ratings)4.7 (40 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings540 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
Ads—Yes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size470 MB302 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperKathleen Ruizyang huihong

Customer experience

Algae Bloom Dynamics

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Aquarium Match 3

All ratings35 ratings
Positive91.4%
Neutral5.7%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Algae Bloom Dynamics

No in-app purchases

12 purchases

Aquarium Match 3

One-time12
  • Special Offer$1.99
  • Ad-Free Bliss Pack$1.99
  • Fish Gold & Diamond$1.99
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  • Value Bundle$3.99
  • Fish Gold & Diamond$7.99
  • Mermaid Treasure$9.99
  • Super Value Pack$9.99
  • Fish Gold & Diamond$14.99
  • Fish Treasure$19.99
  • Fish Gold & Diamond$29.99
  • Superior Treasure$39.99
  • Fish Gold & Diamond$59.99

Questions

Is Algae Bloom Dynamics free?
Algae Bloom Dynamics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Aquarium Match 3 free?
Aquarium Match 3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Algae Bloom Dynamics or Aquarium Match 3?
Aquarium Match 3 is rated higher. Algae Bloom Dynamics averages 4.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Aquarium Match 3 averages 4.7 from 40 ratings.

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