Comparison

Invasion vs Explode or whack

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

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About

Invasion

Features
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Winner of all hearts and the competition orchestrated, the spinoff of the space themed science-fiction action FPS game Invasion developed by CDIS Lab. which takes place at the first landing at the start of the game. It is a great representation and a challenge for the players to make a safe landing to colonize mars. Defying gravity with a spaceship requires the instincts of a true captain. A soft touch is necessary for not blowing up the ship or launching it into the space so try to land as smoothly as you can. As hard as it seems this classical game will make sure you have a great time.

About

Explode or whack

Engage in a fast-paced game where you tap on moles while strategically avoiding bombs. This casual game offers quick, stress-relieving sessions with combo mechanics and a unique bomb system that challenges your reflexes and decision-making. Uncover an epic story of conflict between humans and moles.

Highlights
  • Fast-paced tapping gameplay
  • Avoid bombs to preserve health
  • Combo system for high scores
  • Unique bomb mechanics
  • Boss battles with voice acting
  • Epic story mode
  • Brain workout and dementia prevention
Features
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Introducing Whack-a-Mole, a new game system in which you hit bombs while avoiding them! A variety of high-volume casual games with unique moles and bombs appearing in each stage! â– Time-killing mini games that can be played in 50 seconds per game! Get rid of stress by making consecutive combos! & An exhilarating play that is sure to relieve your mental haze! It feels great to tap and hit the moles at a good pace to create combos! You can play easily and comfortably with simple operations! In the second half, the moles got serious and picked up the pace. You'll get hooked on hitting the moles that appear one after another, and what's more, it's a great brain workout! Also recommended for dementia prevention! The interactive element of earning points and getting titles is also attractive! â– Introduction of unique bomb system Players have a set amount of health, and hitting bombs will reduce their health. Also, the combo that was continuing will be reset, so you will have to figure out how to avoid the bomb and hit the mole. Enjoy tense and thrilling gameplay! â– The boss of each stage comes with gorgeous voices! At the end of the stage, a fierce battle with the boss will take place. They are voiced by voice actors and speak to the player before battle. â– An epic story depicting the endless battle between humans and moles. In order to restore public order in each stage, you, a soldier of the Earth Security Forces, run around the world exterminating moles. However, the moles also have a reason to fight, and during the battle, the people are faced with a shocking truth. Will humans and mole be able to reconcile? Please check it out!

Screenshots

Invasion3 screens
Explode or whack3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Explode or whack at every 5 months against Invasion's every 14 months. Invasion's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Invasion ships an update every 14 months, Explode or whack every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Invasion versus Explode or whack: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInvasionExplode or whack
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB162 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperSafak YalcinkayaYUSUKE SAKAMOTO

In-app purchases

None

Invasion

No in-app purchases

None

Explode or whack

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Invasion free?
Invasion is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Explode or whack free?
Explode or whack is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Invasion or Explode or whack have ads?
Both Invasion and Explode or whack show ads.
Which is updated more often, Invasion or Explode or whack?
Invasion ships an update every 14 months, and Explode or whack every 5 months. Most recently, Invasion was updated on October 3, 2026 and Explode or whack on October 1, 2026.

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