Comparison

A Monster's Expedition vs Ugly

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

Head to head
About

A Monster's Expedition

Explore hundreds of islands by pushing trees to create paths in this charming open-world puzzle adventure. Learn about the mythical humans from the perspective of curious monsters.

Highlights
  • Open world puzzle adventure
  • Push trees to create paths
  • Explore hundreds of islands
  • Learn about human history
  • Adorable monster characters
  • Relaxing gameplay
Features
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Save files from the Apple Arcade release of A Monster's Expedition are supported in this release. From some of the best puzzle designers in the world comes A Monster's Expedition, an adorable and relaxing open world puzzle adventure for monsters who love to learn about humans. “It's pretty much glorious. I love A Monster's Expedition. I have fallen for it rather hard.” Eurogamer “[A Monster's Expedition] never forces an answer out of you, and that's its greatest strength. If you're stuck, simply head in another direction.” USGamer “It’s a warm and cosy puzzle game with brain-teasers that will sooth your synapses rather than fry them” PC Gamer --- By pushing trees over to create pathways, you’ll explore hundreds of islands near and far to learn about the history of “humanity”. Immerse yourself in human culture with all-new exhibits from the "Human Englandland" dig site, each accompanied with expert insights*! *Insights is not a legally binding term and may or may not include idle speculation, rumour and hearsay. - Adorable open world puzzle game from the creators of A Good Snowman is Hard to Build and Cosmic Express - Simple but deep mechanics packed with possibilities to discover - Hundreds of islands to visit – some right in front of you, others well off the beaten track for true puzzle lovers - Learn about the mythical humans from the perspective of curious monsters

About

Ugly

A dark fairytale puzzle-platformer where you use an innovative mirror mechanic to solve challenges and explore a tormented nobleman's psyche. Unravel a text-less narrative through mind-bending puzzles and epic boss battles in a visually stunning world.

Highlights
  • Innovative mirror mechanic for puzzle-solving
  • Deep, text-less narrative
  • Visually stunning art style
  • Mind-bending puzzle rooms
  • Epic boss battles
  • Controller support
Features
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Embark on an unforgettable voyage through a tormented nobleman's psyche in "Ugly," a dark fairytale turned mobile puzzle-platformer. Navigate a world awash in tragedy, armed with an innovative mirror mechanic that allows you to face puzzles—and yourself—like never before. Dive deep into the enigmatic world of "Ugly" and get ready to confront truths as unsettling as they are enlightening. Are you brave enough to face what's hidden in the mirror? Key Features: - Innovative Mirror Mechanic: Generate a shadowy reflection to swap places with, unlocking new angles for puzzle-solving and exploration. - Deep Narrative: Unravel a profound, text-less story that delves into the corners of a broken mind. Each puzzle room you conquer brings clarity to your clouded past. - Visually Stunning: Immerse yourself in an intricately crafted world, where every detail, from the moody lighting to the ethereal art style, serves the narrative. - Mind-Bending Puzzles: Conquer intricately designed puzzle rooms, each offering a fresh challenge and a fragment of your past. - Epic Boss Battles: Engage with towering bosses that test not just your reflexes, but also your resolve. - Discover Hidden Secrets: Unlock alternate endings and hidden rooms for an enriched gameplay experience. - Exceptional Soundscapes: Atmospheric music that perfectly complements each twist and turn in your unsettling journey. - Controller Support: Experience the game seamlessly with MFI Bluetooth controller support. The game’s title isn't a reflection of its beautifully dark world, but of the unsettling truths you'll uncover. Are you ready to face the "Ugly" in you?

Screenshots

A Monster's Expedition4 screens
Ugly4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: A Monster's Expedition at 4.8 against Ugly's 4.4. A Monster's Expedition also leads on chart position (#93 vs unranked). Ugly's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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

A Monster's Expedition costs $4.99 and Ugly $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

A Monster's Expedition holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 21 and 40 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of A Monster's Expedition's written reviews are positive against 73% of Ugly's.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
A Monster's Expedition versus Ugly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterA Monster's ExpeditionUgly
Price$4.99$4.99
Rating4.8 (21 ratings) — better4.4 (40 ratings)
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews — better72.7% of reviews
Number of ratings2140 — better
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#93 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size519 MB607 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperDraknek LimitedPlug In Digital

Customer experience

A Monster's Expedition

All ratings21 ratings
Positive90.5%
Neutral9.5%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral22.2%
Negative0.0%

Ugly

All ratings40 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive72.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative27.3%

In-app purchases

None

A Monster's Expedition

No in-app purchases

None

Ugly

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is A Monster's Expedition free?
A Monster's Expedition costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ugly free?
Ugly costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, A Monster's Expedition or Ugly?
A Monster's Expedition is rated higher. A Monster's Expedition averages 4.8 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Ugly averages 4.4 from 40 ratings.
Do A Monster's Expedition or Ugly have ads?
Neither A Monster's Expedition nor Ugly shows ads.

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