Comparison

Maximus 2 vs Bubble Trouble 3

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

Head to head
About

Maximus 2

Embark on a fantasy beat-em-up adventure with satisfying combat. Fight solo or team up with up to 4 players in a continuous, single-shot story. Choose from unique heroes and utilize teamwork to overcome enemies.

Highlights
  • Satisfying combat mechanics
  • Up to 4-player co-op multiplayer
  • Continuous single-shot story
  • Diverse hero roles and weapons
  • Teamwork and revive mechanics
  • Online and local multiplayer support
Features
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MAXIMUS 2 is a fantasy beat-em-up (brawler) that focuses on crunchy and satisfying combat. We captured the spirit of some of the best classic beat-em-ups, melding them into one memorable experience. Fight solo or with up to 4 players cooperative multiplayer! STORY Is a single, continuous shot. This hasn’t been done since the 80's, rather than simply cutting from one stage to the next, the players enter an animated transition to the next area, creating the illusion of a fantastic journey. MULTIPLAYER co-op in real time, fight together with up to 4 players online or on the same device with Bluetooth controllers. HEROES with their own roles and weapons. The tank, the wrestler, the magician, the outlaw, the healer and the ninja. TEAMWORK If you work together, you survive. Players can revive a fallen teammate, support or heal them and gang up to juggle enemies off each other in the air. Supports iCloud. There are a few in-apps available but we allow the whole game to be playable and unlocked through gameplay. Please consider the Premium Upgrade if you wish to support our game development. Requirements An internet connection is required for Online Multiplayer mode. 400 MB of storage space.

About

Bubble Trouble 3

Relive a classic arcade experience by popping bubbles and avoiding hazards across 45 unique levels. Choose from four distinct weapons and utilize helpful items to progress. Enjoy single-player or local co-op gameplay on the same device.

Highlights
  • 45 unique levels
  • 4 different weapons
  • 5 helpful items
  • Single-player mode
  • Local co-op multiplayer
  • Classic arcade gameplay
Features
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Labeled as one of the 'Top 10 most played online games' - now on your Apple device. The game from your childhood! Designed in 2011, re-constructed in 2022. 45 unique levels 4 different weapons (Harpoon, Hook, Laser, Mine) 5 Items to help you complete the game. Play alone -- or together with a friend (on the same device). Have fun! :) P.S. I am the original author of the Bubble Trouble (aka Bubble Struggle) games. Please let me know any feedback via email (website link inside the game). Many thanks!

Screenshots

Maximus 24 screens
Bubble Trouble 34 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Maximus 2 at 71% against Bubble Trouble 3's 0%. Maximus 2 also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (2.5K vs 2). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Maximus 2 sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Bubble Trouble 3 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Maximus 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Maximus 2 has 2.5K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Maximus 2's written reviews are positive against 0% of Bubble Trouble 3's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Maximus 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, Bubble Trouble 3 every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Maximus 2 versus Bubble Trouble 3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMaximus 2Bubble Trouble 3
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.5K ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews70.8% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2.5K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size669 MB40 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperFour FatsOne up games

Customer experience

Maximus 2

All ratings2,530 ratings
Positive95.3%
Neutral1.8%
Negative2.8%
Written reviews377 reviews
Positive70.8%
Neutral8.5%
Negative20.7%

Bubble Trouble 3

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Maximus 2

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes on launch or during gameplay
  • Freezing and unresponsiveness
  • Progression/save data loss
  • Multiplayer connectivity issues
  • Compatibility problems on certain devices

Requested features

8 requests
  • More levels and story content
  • Ability to play as villain characters
  • Level creator mode
  • Controller support
  • Improved enemy balancing
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  • Progression system enhancements
  • Dodge/evasion mechanics
  • Expanded multiplayer options

Bubble Trouble 3

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Maximus 2

One-time5
  • 40x Continues$0.99
  • 20000 Gold Coins$1.99
  • FOUR EPIC SKINS PACK!$2.99
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  • 50,000 Gold Coins$3.99
  • Premium Upgrade$5.99
1 purchases

Bubble Trouble 3

One-time1
  • Remove ads$4.99

Questions

Is Maximus 2 free?
Maximus 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bubble Trouble 3 free?
Bubble Trouble 3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Maximus 2 or Bubble Trouble 3?
Maximus 2 is rated higher. Maximus 2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.5K ratings, while Bubble Trouble 3 averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Maximus 2 or Bubble Trouble 3 have ads?
Both Maximus 2 and Bubble Trouble 3 show ads.
Which is updated more often, Maximus 2 or Bubble Trouble 3?
Maximus 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Bubble Trouble 3 every 4 months. Most recently, Maximus 2 was updated on October 3, 2026 and Bubble Trouble 3 on September 19, 2026.

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