Comparison

Osmos vs EDGE Extended

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

Head to head
About

Osmos

Navigate a cosmic world as a galactic mote. Absorb smaller organisms to grow while avoiding larger predators. This physics-based survival game features stunning graphics and an ambient soundtrack.

Highlights
  • Physics-based gameplay
  • Absorb smaller organisms to grow
  • Avoid larger predators
  • Stellar graphics
  • Ambient soundtrack
  • 72 levels across 8 worlds
  • Multiplayer mode
Features
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** Apple Design Award winner and iPad Game of the Year! ** Enter the Darwinian world of a galactic mote. To survive, absorb smaller organisms and grow—but beware of larger predators. Osmos features unique physics-based play, stellar graphics, and a hypnotic ambient soundtrack. Absorb or be absorbed! “The ultimate ambient experience” — Gizmodo “Beyond doubt, a work of genius" — GameAndPlayer.net THE CRUX: you must grow by absorbing smaller motes, but to propel yourself you must eject matter behind you, causing you to shrink. From this delicate balance, Osmos leads the player through floating playgrounds, competitive petri dishes, deep solar systems, and more. “Named as iPad Game of the Year for a reason, Osmos is a fantastic game. A combination of physics, survival and classic eat em up” — WeDoCode “Whether you're a child at heart who likes mucking about with single-cell organisms, or a strategist with a physics degree, this game will appeal to everyone.” — App Store review AWARDS / recognition: * "iPad Game of the Year" and "iPhone App of the Week" — Apple * Apple Design Award winner (iPad version) * #1 Top iPhone Game — IGN * iPad Game of the Year — TUAW * Game of the Year — Create Digital Music * Editor's Choice — Wired, Macworld, IGN, GameTunnel, and more... * Best in Show — IndieCade * Vision Award — Independent Games Festival * Coolest Atmosphere — IGN * Best Soundtrack — IGN * Most Innovative Game — Best App Ever Awards, Pocket Gamer * Many top lists including Kotaku, PAX, TouchArcade, iLounge, APPera, IFC, and more... FEATURES: * 72 levels spanning 8 distinct worlds: Ambient, Antimatter, Solar, Sentient, Repulsor, Impasse, Warped Chaos, and Epicycles. * Multiplayer! (more info below.) * Award-winning electronic soundtrack by Loscil, Gas, High Skies, Biosphere, Julien Neto, and more. * Endless replay value: play random versions of any level in Arcade mode. * Seamlesss multitouch controls: swipe to warp time, tap anywhere to eject mass, pinch to zoom… * Time-warping: slow down the flow of time to outmaneuver agile opponents; speed it up to raise the challenge. * Confront four distinct AI opponents: the Ovarium, the Biophobe, the Nemocyte… and the deadly Ferax. * 13 single-player and 15 multiplayer achievements. * Progress synced via iCloud. MULTIPLAYER * Play against your friends and enemies, locally (via wi-fi), or over the Internet. * 6 distinct Arenas: Ambient, Impasse, Solar, Warped Chaos, Epicycles, and introducing… Antimatter Impasse. * iPad vs. iPhone play supported. “a beautiful, absorbing experience." — IGN 5/5 - Macworld Editor’s Choice - “One of the best games we’ve played so far this year. An utterly serene, yet fiendishly complicated game that deserves a place in every iPad owners collection.” — MacWorld “The best iPad game yet.” — IGN 4/4, Must Have - “We are more than overwhelmed by Osmos for iPad… The game design is thoughtful and intuitive, new level structures are flawless, and the visuals are stunning yet simplistic… every iPad owner should have Osmos on their device. You just won’t find another experience quite like it.” — Slide To Play “What iPad Gaming Should Be All About” — Gizmodo “The first proper breakout hit for the iPad. Osmos feels so natural and enjoyable to play, even when the difficulty ramps up and you find yourself repeatedly careening into a giant gaseous enemy.” — Wired “It’s the best iPad game on the App Store” — MTV Multiplayer 5/5 - “Osmos is an absolute must that will change the way you think of games, and what you expect from them.” — AppAdvice “Beyond doubt, a work of genius... a relaxing, meditative experience about going with the flow... It all adds up to something otherworldly and just . . . incredible.” — GameAndPlayer.net

About

EDGE Extended

Guide a cube through a geometric universe using telekinetic strength. This puzzle-platformer combines reflexes and enigmas across 48 original levels with new 3D graphics and unique music.

Highlights
  • 3D graphics engine
  • 48 original levels
  • 23 unique tunes
  • Telekinetic cube control
  • Platforming and enigmas
  • Bonus levels
Features
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Mobigame's multi-awarded and critically loved game is back! EDGE Extended introduces a brand new 3D graphics engine, 48 original levels, 23 unique tunes and new gameplay mechanics. See the gameplay video at : www.mobigame.net Develop your telekinetic strength by pushing a Cube within a geometric universe. Platforms, enigmas and reflexes combine to make EDGE Extended a rich and very comprehensive game. - An original game ideally suited for mobile devices - 48 levels to challenge + 15 bonus levels - 23 unique tunes! - New 3D graphic engine optimized for Retina display - Multi Sampling Anti Aliasing (4xMSAA) - A simple, addictive game for every type of player 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

Screenshots

Osmos4 screens
EDGE Extended4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Osmos at 4.8 against EDGE Extended's 4.6. Osmos also leads on chart position (#58 vs unranked) and ratings volume (892 vs 116). EDGE Extended's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 7 months) and price ($2.99 vs $3.99). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Osmos costs $3.99 and EDGE Extended $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Osmos holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Osmos has 892 ratings behind it against 116, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of Osmos's written reviews are positive against 91% of EDGE Extended's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Osmos ships an update every 7 months, EDGE Extended every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Osmos versus EDGE Extended: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOsmosEDGE Extended
Price$3.99$2.99 — better
Rating4.8 (892 ratings) — better4.6 (116 ratings)
Positive reviews92.3% of reviews — better90.8% of reviews
Number of ratings892 — better116
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#58 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV
Requires iOS13.49.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHemisphere GamesMobigame

Customer experience

Osmos

All ratings892 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral2.2%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews1,212 reviews
Positive92.3%
Neutral3.2%
Negative4.5%

EDGE Extended

All ratings116 ratings
Positive91.4%
Neutral1.7%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews412 reviews
Positive90.8%
Neutral3.9%
Negative5.3%

User reviews

Osmos

From 892 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🌟 Mesmerizing visuals and aesthetics
  • 🎶 Excellent soundtrack and audio design
  • 🧠 Challenging and thought-provoking gameplay
  • 🕰️ Ability to control time/speed
  • 🕊️ Relaxing and meditative experience

Room to improve

  • 🤯 Frustratingly difficult at times
  • 🔋 Battery drain issues
  • 🖥️ Not optimized for larger screens (iPad)
  • 🔍 Lack of zoom/scale controls

EDGE Extended

From 116 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🌟 Stunning visuals
  • 🎶 Excellent music and soundtrack
  • 🕹️ Unique and challenging gameplay
  • 🕹️ Addictive and fun
  • 🕹️ Great for all ages

Room to improve

  • 🎮 Inconsistent or unresponsive controls
  • 🕹️ Some levels are too difficult
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs

Bugs and requests

Osmos

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes on certain devices/OS versions
  • Compatibility issues with newer hardware

Requested features

4 requests
  • More levels and content updates
  • Multiplayer mode improvements
  • Customization options (e.g. music, visuals)
  • Difficulty settings or accessibility options

EDGE Extended

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Game crashes on certain levels
  • Controls become unresponsive at high speeds

Requested features

3 requests
  • More levels or content updates
  • Level editor or creator
  • Customizable controls

In-app purchases

None

Osmos

No in-app purchases

None

EDGE Extended

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Osmos free?
Osmos costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is EDGE Extended free?
EDGE Extended costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Osmos or EDGE Extended?
Osmos is rated higher. Osmos averages 4.8 out of 5 from 892 ratings, while EDGE Extended averages 4.6 from 116 ratings.
Do Osmos or EDGE Extended have ads?
Neither Osmos nor EDGE Extended shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Osmos or EDGE Extended?
Osmos ships an update every 7 months, and EDGE Extended every 3 months. Most recently, Osmos was updated on September 24, 2026 and EDGE Extended on September 22, 2026.

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