Comparison

Edge vs Looking for Aliens

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

Head to head
About

Edge

Develop telekinetic strength by pushing a Cube through a geometric universe. This game combines platforms, enigmas, and reflexes for a rich and comprehensive experience. It features 48 challenging levels plus 17 bonus levels, and 19 unique tunes.

Highlights
  • Develop telekinetic strength
  • Push a Cube in a geometric universe
  • Platforms, enigmas, and reflexes
  • 48 challenging levels
  • 17 bonus levels
  • 19 unique tunes
Features
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"A rare flash of design style... for pure race-to-the-exit charm, Edge is hard to beat." The 50 best iPhone / iPod Touch games, EDGE Magazine See the gameplay video at : www.mobigame.net AWARDS: ------------------------ BEST MOBILE GAME - Videogame Festival Milthon Award, Paris EXCELLENCE IN GAMEPLAY - IMGA (International Mobile Gaming Awards) Winner BEST MOBILE GAME BEST iPHONE GAME AUDIO ACHIEVEMENT - Triple finalist in IGF Mobile (Independent Game Festival) REVIEWS: ------------------------ 9/10 - PocketGamer.co.uk (Gold Award) 5/5 - FingerGaming.com 4/4 - slidetoPlay.com 4,5/5 - Touchgen.com 4,5/5 - 148apps.com DESCRIPTION: ------------------------ Develop your telekinetic strength by pushing a Cube within a geometric universe. Platforms, enigmas and reflexes combine to make Edge a rich and very comprehensive game. • An original game ideally suited for mobile devices • 48 levels to challenge + 17 bonus levels • 19 unique tunes! • A simple, addictive game for every type of player TIPS : ------------------------ • To play Edge in landscape mode, pinch the screen with 2 fingers and rotate either clockwise or anti-clockwise during the game (not in the menu) • If you use the d-pad in landscape mode, double tap in the bottom right corner or on the cube to move the d-pad • Finish the 48 levels to unlock the Turbo mode! MOBIGAME : ------------------------ Check out our other games: Zombie Tsunami, Perfect Cell, Cross Fingers, Truckers Delight. Stay connected with us on https://bsky.app/profile/mobigame.bsky.social and twitter.com/Mobigame Visit our website at http://www.mobigame.net

About

Looking for Aliens

Embark on a humorous hidden-object adventure from an extraterrestrial perspective. Explore vibrant, hand-drawn scenes filled with quirky items and lighthearted puzzles. Uncover the absurdities of Earth life through alien eyes and enjoy an engaging experience with hints and extras.

Highlights
  • Interactive animated scenes
  • Alien perspective humor
  • Beautiful hand-drawn artwork
  • Accessible intuitive controls
  • Hidden object hunting
  • Side quests and extras
Features
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Curious about how aliens view our world? Looking for Aliens takes you on an unforgettable journey where you uncover the strange, funny, and sometimes absurd truth about life on Earth—all through extraterrestrial eyes. Explore colorful scenes packed with surprises, humor, and easy puzzles in this hidden-object game. From secret alien outposts to bustling human cities, each level invites you to explore a world where nothing is quite as it seems. With over 25 hand-drawn locations and hundreds of quirky objects to find, the game’s colorful art style and creative settings will keep you hooked for hours. Explore each scene at your own pace, hunting for objects and uncovering hidden surprises. Need help? Use the built-in hints system to keep moving without losing the thrill of discovery. Key Features • Interactive Gameplay: Dive into richly animated scenes where every tap unveils a surprise or a fun detail. • Lighthearted Humor: Laugh along with clever insights into how aliens might interpret Earth’s oddities. • Beautiful Artwork: Lose yourself in bright, intricate visuals designed to captivate players of all ages. • Accessible Design: Whether you’re a beginner or a hidden-object pro, the game’s intuitive controls and flexible difficulty settings make it easy to enjoy. • Plenty of Extras: Beyond the main objectives, there are side quests and scattered surprises waiting to be discovered. Over 250 unique items to find in diverse locations. A mix of challenging puzzles and lighthearted gameplay. 25 hand-drawn locations Perfect for all kind of players Embark on a journey like no other, filled with laughs, surprises, and endless fun. Download Looking for Aliens now and discover why this quirky hidden-object game is out of this world! Looking for Aliens was developed by Yustas Game Studio.

Screenshots

Edge4 screens
Looking for Aliens4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Looking for Aliens at ad-supported against Edge's paid. Edge's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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

Edge costs $2.99 and Looking for Aliens $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Edge against 4.9 for Looking for Aliens. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 174 and 131 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 94% and 93% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Edge ships an update every 3 months, Looking for Aliens daily. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Edge versus Looking for Aliens: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEdgeLooking for Aliens
Price$2.99$2.99
Rating4.8 (174 ratings)4.9 (131 ratings) — better
Positive reviews93.5% of reviews — better92.6% of reviews
Number of ratings174 — better131
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidAd-supported — better
Best chart rank#117#56 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB437 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMobigamePlug In Digital

Customer experience

Edge

All ratings174 ratings
Positive96.0%
Neutral1.1%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews1,128 reviews
Positive93.5%
Neutral2.7%
Negative3.8%

Looking for Aliens

All ratings131 ratings
Positive98.5%
Neutral0.8%
Negative0.8%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive92.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.4%

User reviews

Edge

From 174 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Excellent game design
  • 🎨 Beautiful visuals and music
  • 🕹️ Responsive and intuitive controls
  • 🤯 Challenging and addictive gameplay
  • 🔄 High replay value

Room to improve

  • 🕹️ Sensitive controls can be frustrating
  • 🤔 Lack of clear instructions on certain mechanics
  • 🕰️ Some levels feel repetitive
  • 🔍 Difficulty locating hidden elements

Looking for Aliens

From 131 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Detailed and interactive
  • 👍 Challenging but not frustrating
  • 👍 Lots of levels and content
  • 👍 Reminds users of other popular games

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Glitches in certain levels preventing progress
  • 🎨 Muted color palette not preferred by all users

Bugs and requests

Edge

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Occasional crashes or freezes
  • Compatibility issues on older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • More levels and content updates
  • Level editor and sharing capabilities
  • Improved camera angles and visibility
  • Customizable control schemes

Looking for Aliens

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Glitch in levels 3 and 5 where tapping the correct object does not register
  • Incompatibility issues on older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Improve visibility of item list at the bottom
  • Add a dark mode option

In-app purchases

None

Edge

No in-app purchases

None

Looking for Aliens

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Edge free?
Edge costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Looking for Aliens free?
Looking for Aliens costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Edge or Looking for Aliens?
Looking for Aliens is rated higher. Edge averages 4.8 out of 5 from 174 ratings, while Looking for Aliens averages 4.9 from 131 ratings.
Do Edge or Looking for Aliens have ads?
Neither Edge nor Looking for Aliens shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Edge or Looking for Aliens?
Edge ships an update every 3 months, and Looking for Aliens daily. Most recently, Edge was updated on October 17, 2026 and Looking for Aliens on October 16, 2026.
Which is more popular, Edge or Looking for Aliens?
Edge currently peaks at #117 in the App Store charts, and Looking for Aliens at #56. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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