Bivouac vs Genso
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Bivouac
This augmented reality strategy game turns your neighborhood into a tactical battlefield. Claim territory, build supply lines by moving through real space, and conquer areas by strategically placing forts and outposts. Engage in fast-paced matches with multiple game modes and win conditions.
- Augmented reality territory warfare
- Physical movement for gameplay
- Deck-building strategy
- Build forts and outposts
- Supply line network building
- Multiple game modes
- Competitive multiplayer
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BIVOUAC: Real-World Territory Warfare Don't just touch grass; own it! Transform your neighborhood into a tactical battlefield. Bivouac is an AR strategy game where physical movement meets deck-building depth—no couch required. YOUR PARK IS THE BATTLEFIELD Drop forts around you. Extend supply lines by moving through real space. Build outposts and artillery to dominate territory. Every meter you walk strengthens your position—or exposes your weakness. SUPPLY LINES = VICTORY Territory isn't about buildings—it's about networks. Connect structures to create supply lines that score points and sustain your forces. But beware: destroy an enemy's fort and watch their entire chain collapse in 30 seconds of cascading destruction. TACTICAL DEPTH, FAST MATCHES Multiple game modes with different constraints to test your tactical abilities and your endurance. Multiple win conditions mean you have to stay on your toes to win! FREE TO DOMINATE Standard game comes free for everyone. Subscriptions unlock additional game modes and features for you and your opponent! STRATEGY THAT MOVES YOU Whether you're a board game tactician or mobile gaming enthusiast, Bivouac delivers something different: competitive strategy that gets you off the couch and into the world. Built for parks, playgrounds, and parking lots. Designed for players who think while they move. Requires iOS 18.6 or greater. GameCenter account required for multiplayer. Best played outdoors with a good cellular connection. This app uses Apple's standard App Store end user license agreement (EULA), which can be found at: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Genso
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Genso is an element synthesis simulator where you combine chemical elements to create new substances. Drag elements from the periodic table palette onto the canvas, bring them close together, and watch chemical reactions happen! Discover over 150 substances including water (H₂O), table salt (NaCl), rust (Fe₂O₃), and many more. Features: • 41 elements from the periodic table • 151 synthesis recipes based on real chemistry • Intuitive drag & drop interface • Discovery encyclopedia to track your progress • Beautiful particle effects for reactions • Works offline How to play: 1. Long-press or swipe an element from the palette to the canvas 2. Place elements near each other to trigger reactions 3. Discover all 151 substances and complete your encyclopedia! Perfect for chemistry enthusiasts, students, and anyone curious about the elements that make up our world.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Genso at none against Bivouac's 3. Bivouac's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Bivouac sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.29 per 7 days. Genso asks for nothing beyond the download.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Bivouac | Genso |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 18.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Benjamin Carroll | MIZOU, CO., LTD. |
In-app purchases
Bivouac
- Weekly Subscription$0.297 Days
- Monthly Subscription$0.491 Month
- Yearly Subscription$4.991 Year
Genso
No in-app purchases









