Comparison

Microbe Explorer vs Cellmaniac

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

Head to head
About

Microbe Explorer

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Become the Microbe Explorer and protect the alien from bugs by dodging through various enemies. Test your dodging skills and see how far you can go without getting hit by the enemies! - Press and drag to move the player - Collect as many items as you can and head to the boss bug - Destroy the boss bug by consuming the items you have collected - Use a booster to speed up Don't miss out on an opportunity to become a Microbe Explorer!

About

Cellmaniac

Engage in a thrilling biology-inspired adventure where you defend against invading germs. Upgrade your defenses, evolve your immune system, and learn about how the body fights infection through fun, physics-based gameplay.

Highlights
  • Fight invading germs
  • Build and evolve antibodies
  • Physics-based antibody control
  • Upgrade immune system with DNA points
  • Real-world biology meets gameplay
  • Achievements and leaderboards
Features
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Welcome to Cellmaniac — the ultimate virus defense game! Fight off waves of invading germs, build antibodies, and evolve your immune system in this thrilling biology-inspired adventure. Control antibodies with precision, collect DNA points, and upgrade your defenses to become the strongest immune warrior. Each level teaches you more about how your body fights infection — all while having fun! FEATURES - Real-world biology meets fun gameplay - Fight multiple virus types with unique attack patterns - Physics-based control – move and shoot antibodies with your fingers - Upgrade & evolve your immune system using DNA points - Achievements & leaderboards to compete with players worldwide - Fun while playing – discover antibodies, red & white blood cells, and platelets Protect your body, master your immunity, and become a true Cellmaniac! Get ready to fight the tiniest enemies in the most exciting way possible. Follow us for updates & science-powered fun: Facebook: https://facebook.com/biongames TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@biongames.studio Instagram: https://instagram.com/biongames X: https://x.com/biongames YouTube: https://youtube.com/@BIONGAMES

Screenshots

Microbe Explorer4 screens
Cellmaniac4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Microbe Explorer at none against Cellmaniac's 5. Microbe Explorer also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Cellmaniac sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Microbe Explorer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Microbe Explorer ships an update every 4 weeks, Cellmaniac every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Microbe Explorer versus Cellmaniac: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMicrobe ExplorerCellmaniac
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.1 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—8 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterEvery 8 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB98 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAdknownNorbert Fritz

In-app purchases

None

Microbe Explorer

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Cellmaniac

One-time5
  • 200 DNA points$0.99
  • 600 DNA points$1.99
  • No Ads$2.99
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  • 1500 DNA points$3.49
  • 4000 DNA points$6.99

Questions

Is Microbe Explorer free?
Microbe Explorer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cellmaniac free?
Cellmaniac is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Microbe Explorer or Cellmaniac have ads?
Both Microbe Explorer and Cellmaniac show ads.
Which is updated more often, Microbe Explorer or Cellmaniac?
Microbe Explorer ships an update every 4 weeks, and Cellmaniac every 8 months. Most recently, Microbe Explorer was updated on October 15, 2026 and Cellmaniac on October 24, 2026.

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