Comparison

Aquaria vs Celestwald 2

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

Head to head
About

Aquaria

Explore a vast underwater world as Naija, a mysterious aquatic girl. Discover secrets, use singing abilities to interact with the environment and creatures, and craft items. Unravel a compelling story and challenge ancient gods in this action-adventure game.

Highlights
  • Massive underwater world exploration
  • Intuitive touch screen controls
  • Singing ability for environmental interaction
  • Cooking system for item crafting
  • Transformations into different beings
  • Discover costumes and treasures
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“Stunningly well crafted with a compelling story, beautiful visuals and music, and hours upon hours of action-adventure, Aquaria provides patient gamers with an ocean of depth.” —Susie Ochs, Mac | Life AN ENTIRE WORLD BENEATH YOUR FINGERTIPS Explore a massive underwater world, teeming with life and filled with secrets. Join Naija, a lonely and mysterious aquatic girl, as she explores the depths of Aquaria. As her story unravels, she’ll travel from hidden caves shrouded in darkness, to beautiful sunlit oases. Control Naija with an intuitive touch screen interface. Use her singing ability to create your own music, affect nearby creatures, move pieces of the environment and even transform Naija into different beings. Combine ingredients harvested from the environment in the “cooking system” to create tasty items. Catch a ride on a seahorse or a giant turtle. Discover new costumes, treasures and hidden secrets. Challenge the ancient gods who lurk beneath the waves. GIZMODO: "With handcrafted visuals and an ethereal soundtrack, Aquaria looks, feels and plays just like a gothic fairy-tale. And it’s not just a loving pastiche of the classic 2D games of yesteryear. Aquaria brings the genre bang up to date with a fresh concept and a unique control system." (Gaming App of the Day) POCKETGAMER: "Aquaria is absolutely gorgeous, and filled with clever ideas and smart puzzles. Both a calming splash in the sea and a frantic fight against the elements, it's an essential iPad game." (Top 10 iOS Games, November 2011) TOUCHARCADE: "a gorgeous and well-produced title with a sharp emphasis on world-building and character growth." (Best iOS Games, November 2011) EDGE MAGAZINE: "Aquaria’s gloomy caverns are a delight to explore, and, a rarity for a modern Metroidvanias, the designers don’t constantly lead the way for you." Will you journey to the land beyond the surface and brave the dark sinister waters below? Will you defeat the ancient beings of Aquaria or fall prey to them? Will you find a companion or wander the waters of Aquaria alone?

About

Celestwald 2

Embark on a magical journey as a budding alchemist in this 2D point-and-click adventure. Spread enchanted seeds, solve intriguing puzzles, and explore a vibrant world with unique creatures and companions. Customize your hero and enjoy offline play.

Highlights
  • Exquisite hand-drawn graphics
  • Captivating story with twists
  • Intriguing puzzles
  • Adorable magical companion
  • Customization options
  • Offline play
Features
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Celestwald 2 is a 2D point-and-click adventure game that will take you on a magical journey through a vibrant and enchanted world. Embark on a spellbinding adventure in the enchanting sequel to the beloved point-and-click adventure game, Celestwald. Step into the role of a budding alchemist tasked with a noble mission: to spread the enchantment of the Celestwald tree's magical seeds across the world. Embark on an interactive odyssey, traversing vibrant landscapes, encountering whimsical creatures, and unraveling hidden secrets that lie within the heart of Celestwald. Key Features: - Exquisite hand-drawn graphics that bring the enchanting world of Celestwald to life - A captivating story full of twists and turns that will keep you hooked until the very end - Intriguing puzzles that will test your wit and ingenuity - An adorable magical companion, Minimiel, who will accompany you on your journey - A helpful guide, Babaorom, who will offer assistance when you need it most - Customization options to make your adventure unique, including choosing your own hero and companion, and customizing your appearance and abilities - Offline play for on-the-go adventures, allowing you to enjoy the game at your own pace, even without an internet connection Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Celestwald: - Explore a land of wonder and magic, where lush forests, towering mountains, and ancient ruins await your discovery - Unravel the mysteries that lie hidden within Celestwald's depths and uncover secrets long forgotten - Encounter a cast of fascinating creatures, each with their own unique story to tell Walkthrough Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJTpL2XGpSLUnN1VX6kQBkO8JcUXtMMZL Download Celestwald 2 today and embark on a magical journey you'll never forget!

Screenshots

Celestwald 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Aquaria at 4.5 against Celestwald 2's 3.7. Aquaria also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 13 months) and ratings volume (231 vs 3). Celestwald 2's advantage is price ($2.49 vs $4.99) and device support (3 vs 1). On 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

Aquaria costs $4.99 and Celestwald 2 $2.49 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Aquaria holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Aquaria has 231 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Aquaria's written reviews are positive against 50% of Celestwald 2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Aquaria ships an update fortnightly, Celestwald 2 every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Aquaria versus Celestwald 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAquariaCelestwald 2
Price$4.99$2.49 — better
Rating4.5 (231 ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews69.3% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings231 — better3
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 13 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS5.1.1 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size326 MB150 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperFinjiAnne Murielle Larger

Customer experience

Aquaria

All ratings232 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral4.3%
Negative8.2%
Written reviews166 reviews
Positive69.3%
Neutral4.8%
Negative25.9%

Celestwald 2

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Aquaria

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes on launch or when leaving certain areas
  • Saved game progress not loading properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add iPhone support
  • Implement cloud save/sync functionality
  • Provide more in-game tutorials and guidance
  • Add a quick-change ability for different forms

Celestwald 2

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Aquaria

No in-app purchases

None

Celestwald 2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Aquaria free?
Aquaria costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Celestwald 2 free?
Celestwald 2 costs $2.49, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Aquaria or Celestwald 2?
Aquaria is rated higher. Aquaria averages 4.5 out of 5 from 231 ratings, while Celestwald 2 averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Aquaria or Celestwald 2 have ads?
Neither Aquaria nor Celestwald 2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Aquaria or Celestwald 2?
Aquaria ships an update fortnightly, and Celestwald 2 every 13 months. Most recently, Aquaria was updated on October 13, 2026 and Celestwald 2 on October 5, 2026.

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