Comparison

Hungry Monster vs Block Cycle

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

Head to head
About

Hungry Monster

Features
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Look! Dynamic Island has become a cute monster! Classic casual game, tap the screen to release hook up delicious food for hungry monster. More monsters waiting for you to unlock. Be careful, little mice will steal the precious food. Features - Addictive gold miner game play - Dynamic Island what will make even more addictive - Easy to play - Reach the target score - Nice graphics - A variety of cute monsters - Totally free There won't be anyone who hasn't experienced a game with Dynamic Island, let's start with Hungry Monster - Be Dynamic. Welcome to monster world and we are sure you will like our monster.

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Block Cycle

Features
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Block puzzles don’t need to be stressful to be deep. Block Cycle is a modern, low-pressure evolution of classic block-stacking gameplay — inspired by Tetris, but redesigned for players who prefer strategy, calm pacing, and meaningful decisions over speed and panic. There are no twitch timers forcing mistakes. No frantic inputs. Just clean design, smart mechanics, and space to think. What makes Block Cycle unique is its seasonal system. Each season gently reshapes how the game plays — introducing new mechanics, perks, and optional challenges that reward planning and experimentation without breaking the relaxing flow. Play a few moves. Explore a season. Come back when you’re ready. *** Why Block Cycle Feels Different *** • Strategic block placement over reflex-based speed • Calm, low-stress gameplay with no forced time pressure • Seasonal gameplay that introduces new mechanics and perks • Optional challenges that reward planning, not anxiety • Clean visuals designed to reduce cognitive fatigue • Easy to learn, deeply satisfying to master • Suitable for all ages ***Seasonal Play, Your Way*** Each season offers: • New functional twists on familiar mechanics • Unique perks that encourage different strategies • Fresh challenges that stay thoughtful, not overwhelming Engage as much — or as lightly — as you want. Block Cycle respects your pace. ***Play at Your Own Pace*** Block Cycle is free to play with optional ads and in-app purchases. Enjoy it casually, or dive deeper into seasonal strategies as the puzzles evolve. If you love classic block games but want a calmer, more intentional experience, Block Cycle is designed for you. Download now and enjoy block puzzles — without the stress.

Screenshots

Hungry Monster4 screens
Block Cycle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hungry Monster at none against Block Cycle's 7. Hungry Monster also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, 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. Block Cycle sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Hungry Monster asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hungry Monster ships an update fortnightly, Block Cycle every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Hungry Monster versus Block Cycle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHungry MonsterBlock Cycle
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size143 MB265 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMeloDonG StudioCraig Eisler

In-app purchases

None

Hungry Monster

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Block Cycle

One-time7
  • Pouch of Gems$1.99
  • Bag of Gems$7.99
  • Remove Ads$8.99
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  • Box of Gems$14.99
  • Crate of Gems$29.99
  • Warehouse of Gems$59.99
  • Mountain of Gems$99.99

Questions

Is Hungry Monster free?
Hungry Monster is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Block Cycle free?
Block Cycle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Hungry Monster or Block Cycle have ads?
Both Hungry Monster and Block Cycle show ads.
Which is updated more often, Hungry Monster or Block Cycle?
Hungry Monster ships an update fortnightly, and Block Cycle every 5 weeks. Most recently, Hungry Monster was updated on October 6, 2026 and Block Cycle on October 9, 2026.

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