OKO vs Luminaria
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
OKO
A captivating puzzle game that transforms NASA satellite images into a cosmic visual and auditory experience. Reconstruct images by precisely stopping rotating circular pieces, with increasingly complex patterns and otherworldly soundscapes.
- Hypnotizing puzzle gameplay
- NASA satellite imagery
- Otherworldly soundscapes
- Retina graphics
- Increasingly complex patterns
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* Swisscom App of the Year 2012 OKO is a hypnotising puzzle game that turns satellite images taken from the NASA database into a mesmerising journey around the Planet. The game's rich otherworldly soundscapes are composed from recordings taken aboard space shuttles. The goal is to reconstruct an image by stopping rotating circles cut out from the image. For each level, the animated pieces draw increasingly complex patterns. The challenge is to be attentive to image juxtapositions in order to stop each circles movement at the right moment. Now available on the App Store with retina graphics! "Beautiful. Engaging. Excellent transmedia incorporation of space imagery.” – Yvonne Clearwater, New Media Innovation Leader at NASA / Ames Research Center
Luminaria
Explore a deserted Earth in this 2D puzzle adventure. Manipulate shadows with intuitive touch controls to solve unconventional puzzles and uncover the poignant stories of humanity's final moments. Immerse yourself in a tranquil atmosphere and a minimal art style.
- Experimental shadow manipulation puzzles
- Minimalist art style
- Tranquil and meditative atmosphere
- Unravel hidden memories and stories
- Additional challenges for advanced players
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Discover Luminaria: An Artful Puzzle Adventure Embark on a captivating journey through Luminaria, the 2D experimental puzzle game that beckons you to explore a mysterious, deserted Earth. Manipulate shadows with intuitive touch controls, crafting shapes and paths to solve uniquely unconventional puzzles. Delve into the poignant stories of humanity's final moments and unveil the emotions left behind. Features: Experimental Puzzles: Engage in mind-bending challenges as you manipulate shadows to create shapes and paths, delivering a fresh and innovative gameplay experience. Minimal Art Style: Immerse yourself in Luminaria's elegant and mysterious aesthetics, expertly blending elements of distant alien technology and familiar human civilization. Tranquil Atmosphere: Relish a calming and pressure-free adventure that captivates both your mind and senses, making Luminaria an aesthetic and meditative escape. Unravel Memories: Collect hidden mementos to reveal the emotions felt by vanished inhabitants, and use them to unlock new chapters in this touching odyssey. Extra Challenges: For those seeking more excitement, test your wit and agility with additional challenges that push the boundaries of conventional thinking. Uncover the secrets of a forgotten world and experience emotions that linger in the shadows. Download Luminaria today for an awe-inspiring puzzle adventure!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Luminaria at 4.4 against OKO's 4.0. Luminaria also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 44 months) and ratings volume (21 vs 3). 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
OKO costs $3.99 and Luminaria $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Luminaria holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Luminaria has 21 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 71% and 71% positive.
OKO ships an update every 44 months, Luminaria every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | OKO | Luminaria |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3.99 | $1.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.0 (3 ratings) | 4.4 (21 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | 71.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 21 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 44 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 331 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Playables | Crescent Moon Games LLC |
Customer experience
OKO
Luminaria
In-app purchases
OKO
No in-app purchases
Luminaria
No in-app purchases









