Comparison

Mouse ! vs Video Game

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

Head to head
About

Mouse !

Guide a mouse through a maze by sliding blocks to clear its path. Solve over 2100 logic puzzles to escape the laboratory. Unlock bonus levels and features with earned coins.

Highlights
  • Sliding block maze puzzles
  • Logic and skill challenges
  • 2100+ levels
  • Unlockable level packs
  • Bonus store with hidden features
  • Regular level updates
Features
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Help the mouse escape the laboratory MOUSE is a simple but very addictive puzzle game. The goal is to help the mouse escape from the trap and find the exit in maze. This can be achieved by sliding blocks out of the mouse's way. As you unblock each part of the maze, you will be given a chance to unlock bonuses and gain coins. As you accumulate coins, you will be able to unlock level packs and various hidden features in the game bonus store. Each of the 2100 levels requires logic, skill, and patience. Do you have what it takes to help MOUSE find its way out of the trap ? MOUSE will provide you with hours of fun. Will you be able to find a way to solve all the challenging puzzles ? We are committed to updating the game on a regular basis with new and challenging levels. Get this FREE iOS game today ! Help MOUSE escape from the trap ! Sliding puzzle

About

Video Game

Play classic games from multiple retro consoles on your device. Supports local multiplayer with customizable controls and advanced graphics filters. Save your progress automatically and organize your game library.

Highlights
  • Supports 10 retro gaming platforms
  • Local multiplayer for up to 4 players
  • Customizable touch controls
  • Automatic save state backups
  • In-game screenshots
  • Multiple display filters
  • Rendering acceleration
Features
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Video Game is a multi-system emulator for playing classic games across 10 retro gaming platforms. Key Features Supported Platforms - Nintendo: NES, SNES, N64, GB/GBC, GBA, DS - Sega: Genesis (MD) - Sony: PlayStation (PS1), PSP - Arcade: MAME2003PLUS Input & Controls - Multiplayer Support: Local Bluetooth controller linking for up to 4 players; single-controller multi-player configuration - Controller Compatibility: Nintendo Switch Pro, PS4/5 DualShock/DualSense, Xbox One/Series X, MFi devices - Touch Customization: Adjust transparency/vibration/layout (D-pad/analog stick); multiple touch options + turbo buttons (select platforms) Save & Management - Automatic save state backups + real-time save/load (4 slots) - In-game screenshots saved directly to Photos - Import/organize local game files; automatic/manual cover art retrieval Graphics & Enhancements - Rendering Acceleration: Metal, Vulkan, OpenGL support (select platforms); fast-forward - Display Filters: CRT Scanlines, CRT2, Pixelate, LCD Matrix, Sharp, UpscaleCut, Original (No Filter) Important Notice This app does not contain any games and is not associated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Nintendo, Sega, or Sony. All references to "Nintendo", "Sega", "Sony", and related console names are registered trademarks owned by Nintendo Co., Ltd., Sega Corporation, and Sony Interactive Entertainment respectively. Users are responsible for ensuring they possess proper rights to any game files added to the app. For more information, visit: https://actduck.com Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Mouse !3 screens
Video Game4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mouse ! at 82% against Video Game's 47%. Mouse ! also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.2 vs 3.9). On price, ratings volume, 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

Both are free to download. Mouse ! sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Video Game sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Mouse ! holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 101 and 96 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of Mouse !'s written reviews are positive against 47% of Video Game's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mouse ! ships an update every 2 weeks, Video Game every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Mouse ! versus Video Game: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMouse !Video Game
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (101 ratings) — better3.9 (96 ratings)
Positive reviews82.4% of reviews — better47.1% of reviews
Number of ratings101 — better96
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS5.1.1 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB151 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperMagma MobileActduck Games

Customer experience

Mouse !

All ratings100 ratings
Positive79.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative13.0%
Written reviews227 reviews
Positive82.4%
Neutral7.0%
Negative10.6%

Video Game

All ratings96 ratings
Positive71.9%
Neutral2.1%
Negative26.0%
Written reviews87 reviews
Positive47.1%
Neutral5.7%
Negative47.1%

User reviews

Mouse !

From 101 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎮 Engaging gameplay
  • 🧠 Mentally stimulating
  • 👍 Simple yet challenging
  • 🕰️ Great time killer
  • 🕹️ Addictive

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes at level 19-1
  • 🐛 Freezing issues
  • 💰 Paid solutions not working
  • 🤯 Frustrating at higher levels
  • 🎨 Repetitive backgrounds

Video Game

From 96 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Emulator works well
  • 👍 Variety of console emulations
  • 👍 Good graphics and performance

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Games not appearing
  • 🔧 Complicated controls and configuration
  • 💰 Monetization model is frustrating

Bugs and requests

Mouse !

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game freezes at level 19-1
  • Paid solutions not working as intended
  • Compatibility issues with newer devices
  • Progress loss after device reset

Requested features

5 requests
  • Update and fix level 19-1
  • Ability to reset levels
  • More varied level designs
  • Customization options for the mouse
  • Sync progress across devices

Video Game

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Games not loading or functioning
  • Compatibility issues with certain devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Increase controller sensitivity and customization
  • Improve compatibility with larger display sizes

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Mouse !

One-time2
  • All solutions for Mouse$0.99
  • Remove Ads$0.99
6 purchases

Video Game

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Monthly$0.991 Month
One-time5
  • 60C$0.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • 200C$2.99
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  • 360C$4.99
  • Lifetime Premium$9.99

Questions

Is Mouse ! free?
Mouse ! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Video Game free?
Video Game is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mouse ! or Video Game?
Mouse ! is rated higher. Mouse ! averages 4.2 out of 5 from 101 ratings, while Video Game averages 3.9 from 96 ratings.
Do Mouse ! or Video Game have ads?
Video Game shows ads; Mouse ! does not.
Which is updated more often, Mouse ! or Video Game?
Mouse ! ships an update every 2 weeks, and Video Game every 6 weeks. Most recently, Mouse ! was updated on October 22, 2026 and Video Game on October 16, 2026.

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