HOOK 2 vs Luminaria
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HOOK 2
Engage in a minimalist puzzle experience focused on unhooking. This sequel introduces an extra dimension to the gameplay, challenging you to discover and utilize various mechanics to clear the board of all hooks. Enjoy a relaxing, ad-free puzzle journey.
- Minimalist puzzle design
- Unhooking mechanics
- Added dimension gameplay
- Discover new game mechanics
- Relaxing experience
- No ads, scoring, or text
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Hook 2 is a minimalist puzzle game about unhooking the hooks. This time I have added an extra dimension to the game. Your task is to remove all the hooks from the board using various game mechanics that you discover as you play. You will find here only relaxing, minimalistic puzzles without unnecessary ads, scoring or even text. Check out all my puzzle games at https://www.rainbowtrain.eu/
Luminaria
Explore a deserted Earth in this 2D puzzle adventure. Manipulate shadows with intuitive touch controls to solve unconventional puzzles and uncover the poignant stories of humanity's final moments. Immerse yourself in a tranquil atmosphere and a minimal art style.
- Experimental shadow manipulation puzzles
- Minimalist art style
- Tranquil and meditative atmosphere
- Unravel hidden memories and stories
- Additional challenges for advanced players
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Discover Luminaria: An Artful Puzzle Adventure Embark on a captivating journey through Luminaria, the 2D experimental puzzle game that beckons you to explore a mysterious, deserted Earth. Manipulate shadows with intuitive touch controls, crafting shapes and paths to solve uniquely unconventional puzzles. Delve into the poignant stories of humanity's final moments and unveil the emotions left behind. Features: Experimental Puzzles: Engage in mind-bending challenges as you manipulate shadows to create shapes and paths, delivering a fresh and innovative gameplay experience. Minimal Art Style: Immerse yourself in Luminaria's elegant and mysterious aesthetics, expertly blending elements of distant alien technology and familiar human civilization. Tranquil Atmosphere: Relish a calming and pressure-free adventure that captivates both your mind and senses, making Luminaria an aesthetic and meditative escape. Unravel Memories: Collect hidden mementos to reveal the emotions felt by vanished inhabitants, and use them to unlock new chapters in this touching odyssey. Extra Challenges: For those seeking more excitement, test your wit and agility with additional challenges that push the boundaries of conventional thinking. Uncover the secrets of a forgotten world and experience emotions that linger in the shadows. Download Luminaria today for an awe-inspiring puzzle adventure!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: HOOK 2 at 4.8 against Luminaria's 4.4. HOOK 2 also leads on review sentiment (92% vs 71%) and ratings volume (96 vs 20). Luminaria's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months) and price ($1.99 vs $2.99). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
HOOK 2 costs $2.99 and Luminaria $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
HOOK 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 96 and 20 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of HOOK 2's written reviews are positive against 71% of Luminaria's.
HOOK 2 ships an update every 4 months, Luminaria every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HOOK 2 | Luminaria |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | $1.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.8 (96 ratings) — better | 4.4 (20 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 92.5% of reviews — better | 71.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 96 — better | 20 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 | 11.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 281 MB | 331 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Maciej Targoni | Crescent Moon Games |
Customer experience
HOOK 2
Luminaria
Bugs and requests
HOOK 2
Reported bugs
2 issues- Cannot reset progress
- Accidental purchase and refund request
Requested features
5 requests- Add more levels
- Include more complex levels
- Add more levels to justify the spend
- More levels please!
- Looking forward to new levels
Luminaria
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
HOOK 2
No in-app purchases
Luminaria
No in-app purchases
