Comparison

Perfect Cell Lite vs Lightopus (Appxplore)

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

Head to head
About

Perfect Cell Lite

Embody a powerful creature with superpowers to escape a high-security submarine base. Utilize a blend of action and stealth, solving puzzles and overcoming deadly traps. Experience intuitive multi-touch controls and an original story combining combat and infiltration.

Highlights
  • Superpowered escape gameplay
  • Action and infiltration mechanics
  • Puzzle solving
  • Intuitive multi-touch controls
  • Original story
  • Dodge lasers and bullets
Features
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Play as the most advanced creature ever discovered on Earth. You are trapped in a high security submarine base and you must use your superpowers to escape from this hostile environment; dodge lasers and AK-47 bullets, solve puzzles to progress and try to survive the many other dangerous and deadly traps. Play through an original story that uniquely combines the best of action and infiltration games . Use intuitive, multi-touch gameplay; play as up to 3 Cells on the same screen, dash through the air with a swipe gesture or cut off your enemies’ heads with a ‘draw and dash’! Use your mind to find your way out covertly or, if you prefer, use fast-paced action gameplay to kill every scientist and soldier in your path. You are the Perfect Cell! "Perfect Cell is bloody brilliant" - TheAPPERA.com 4/5 TouchGen.net 5/5 AppSmile.com 4/5 TouchArcade.com 3/4 SlideToPlay.com 4/5 AppSpy.com 8/10 PocketGamer.co.uk (Silver Award) Full version features: - Hyper realistic environments with dynamic lighting and physics - Cut your enemies into bloody pieces with a simple gesture - The best Action/Infiltration/Puzzle game on the iOS! - 35 levels with dynamic atmosphere across 5 different worlds - Very intuitive multitouch control - Game Center : Achievements and Leaderboards provide a high replay value and allow you to share with your friends - Full HD 3D Graphics, optimized for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. It's really smooth on a 1st gen iPhone/iPod, and it looks just amazing on a Retina display! Follow Mobigame on twitter.com/mobigame Play more Mobigames like EDGE, Cross Fingers and Truckers Delight at http://www.mobigame.net

About

Lightopus (Appxplore)

Embark on an epic quest to rescue young creatures from the clutches of Abyss monsters. Navigate challenging levels with intuitive controls, stunning graphics, and engaging gameplay. Face formidable bosses and strive for high scores.

Highlights
  • Full HD devices support
  • Intuitive touch or virtual joypad controls
  • Fun and addictive gameplay
  • Attractive graphics and character movements
  • Face various monster bosses
  • Checkpoint system
  • Leaderboards & Achievements
Features
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All the Lightopuses in the Abyss were killed and their remaining young captured by the monsters of the Abyss. You are the only Lightopus alive, a species on the brink of extinction. Your mission is to rescue the young Lightopus and free them from the Abyss monsters' seal-zones. - Features - • Full HD devices support • Unique and intuitive control: Optional touch control or virtual joypad • Fun and addictive gameplay • Attractive graphics • Lively character movements with AI • Face various monster bosses with special powers • Checkpoint System • Leaderboards & Achievements Support • Original and attractive music - Reviews - G4's Knuckle Up- The Best Mobile Games “I’m going to go out on a limb and predict Lightopus will be a future Hall of Famer for the App Store.” 148Apps - Editor's Choice “This game is not to be missed by those looking for something new to enchant them on the iOS platform.” Touch Arcade - Beauty Through Motion “Every feature adds to a superb overall presentation that just works.” Pocket Gamer - Silver Award “This is innovative gaming at its finest, and whilst it's let down by a few niggles, they're not enough to spoil what is a fantastically enjoyable, highly playable arcade adventure.” AppTudes - Editor's Choice “Lightopus is a beautifully crafted game. The game looks great on retina display, and the gameplay is both unusual and addictive. If players are looking for a challenging yet simple game, Lightopus is worth checking out.” AppSpy - A Unique Experience “Lightopus is visually intriguing and aurally relaxing, as you swim around protecting your babies, and having them feed on your enemies. A unique experience.” If you face any technical issues on your device, we would appreciate it if you can contact us prior to writing a negative review. We will try to address the issue as soon as possible. For the latest news, updates, and events LIKE us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/appxplore Official http://www.appxplore.com Facebook http://www.facebook.com/appxplore Twitter http://twitter.com/appxplore

Screenshots

Perfect Cell Lite4 screens
Lightopus (Appxplore)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Perfect Cell Lite at none against Lightopus (Appxplore)'s 2. Perfect Cell Lite also leads on review sentiment (87% vs 56%) and rating (4.6 vs 4.4). Lightopus (Appxplore)'s advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, ratings volume, ads 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. Lightopus (Appxplore) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Perfect Cell Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Perfect Cell Lite holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19 and 38 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Perfect Cell Lite's written reviews are positive against 56% of Lightopus (Appxplore)'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Perfect Cell Lite ships an update every 5 months, Lightopus (Appxplore) every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 14, 2026 and July 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Perfect Cell Lite versus Lightopus (Appxplore): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPerfect Cell LiteLightopus (Appxplore)
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (19 ratings) — better4.4 (38 ratings)
Positive reviews86.9% of reviews — better56.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1938 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS6.06.0
Further details — not scored
Size143 MB137 MB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperMobigameAppxplore (iCandy) Sdn. Bhd.

Customer experience

Perfect Cell Lite

All ratings19 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral5.3%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews107 reviews
Positive86.9%
Neutral2.8%
Negative10.3%

Lightopus (Appxplore)

All ratings37 ratings
Positive78.4%
Neutral8.1%
Negative13.5%
Written reviews25 reviews
Positive56.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative36.0%

In-app purchases

None

Perfect Cell Lite

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Lightopus (Appxplore)

One-time2
  • Stars Pack$0.99
  • Premium Upgrade$1.99

Questions

Is Perfect Cell Lite free?
Perfect Cell Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lightopus (Appxplore) free?
Lightopus (Appxplore) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Perfect Cell Lite or Lightopus (Appxplore)?
Perfect Cell Lite is rated higher. Perfect Cell Lite averages 4.6 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while Lightopus (Appxplore) averages 4.4 from 38 ratings.
Do Perfect Cell Lite or Lightopus (Appxplore) have ads?
Neither Perfect Cell Lite nor Lightopus (Appxplore) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Perfect Cell Lite or Lightopus (Appxplore)?
Perfect Cell Lite ships an update every 5 months, and Lightopus (Appxplore) every 3 weeks. Most recently, Perfect Cell Lite was updated on August 14, 2026 and Lightopus (Appxplore) on July 5, 2026.

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