Microbe Explorer vs Contagious Mayhem
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
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!
Contagious Mayhem
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Get ready to dive into the microscopic world with "Contagious Mayhem"! This game provides a perfect blend of fun, learning, and excitement, that transforms you into a virtual germ fighter. In this fast-paced and thrilling game, your mission is to sanitize various surfaces and spaces, all teeming with a variety of microbes that you need to identify and disinfect. As you progress, you'll encounter tougher, more resilient germs, bacteria, viruses, and fungi, each with its unique strengths and weaknesses. Utilize a wide array of disinfectants, each equipped with unique capabilities to combat different types of microbes. The game encourages strategic thinking as players must decide the best approach to handle each wave of microbial invasion. But the game isn't just about mayhem! It's also an educational tool, giving players a better understanding of different types of microbes, their characteristics, and how they spread. Through engaging gameplay, players learn about hygiene and public health in a way that's fun and interactive. With high-quality graphics, a captivating storyline, and countless levels, Contagious Mayhem offers endless entertainment while promoting science education. Perfect for players of all ages looking for a game that's as challenging as it is enlightening. So gear up and join the fight against germs in Contagious Mayhem, where every clean surface is a victory! The game has been developed in the Peliselli project (The project is funded by the REACT-EU instrument's appropriations as part of the actions implemented by the European Union in response to the COVID-19 pandemic) and in the ARPO project funded by the Regional Council of Satakunta. The making of the game has also been funded by the Academy of Finland (decisions 337863 and 337861). In collaboration with: SAMK โ Wander Research Centre, SAMK, and the City of Rauma.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Contagious Mayhem at none against Microbe Explorer's shown. Microbe Explorer's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Microbe Explorer ships an update every 4 weeks, Contagious Mayhem every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 1, 2026.
| Parameter | Microbe Explorer | Contagious Mayhem |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks โ better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | No โ better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 โ better | 12.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 126 MB | 147 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Adknown | Satakunnan Ammattikorkeakoulu Oy |
In-app purchases
Microbe Explorer
No in-app purchases
Contagious Mayhem
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Is Contagious Mayhem free?
Do Microbe Explorer or Contagious Mayhem have ads?
Which is updated more often, Microbe Explorer or Contagious Mayhem?
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