Comparison

PopStealth vs Explode or whack

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

Head to head
About

PopStealth

Navigate through challenging levels as a cute stealth character, avoiding enemies and utilizing various in-game mechanics. Compete globally for the fastest clear times and unlock new characters. More content is planned for future updates.

Highlights
  • Stealth action gameplay
  • Over 50 stages
  • Warp zones and destruction blocks
  • Over 30 unlockable characters
  • Global clear time rankings
  • Short, fast-paced levels
Features
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Introducing a stealth action game that anyone can easily play and enjoy! ! Control a pop and cute stealth character and aim for the goal without being detected by the enemy! -- More than 50 stages appeared Make full use of various gimmicks such as warp zones and destruction blocks, Can you use stealth to reach the goal without being spotted by the patrolling enemies? ? Each stage can be completed in a short time, so you can play fast! Plus! Plus! ! More stages to be added in future updates We are also planning to add gimmicks, so we will deliver more challenging stages! -- Control over 30 types of stealth characters -- There are many variations, from simple guys to guys with lots of gadgets (just looks, can't use gadgets!?) Different characters participate in the ability! ! Operable characters will be added in future updates! ! Please wait for the new participants in Stealth~! -- Equipped with a ranking function that competes for the clear time of each stage -- See who can complete the stage fastest! ? Equipped with a ranking function that allows you to compete with users from all over the world You could be the one to steal 1/10000th of a second and become the number 1 in the world! ! Introducing the first stealth action game from EnterBase! ! Control popular and cute characters and enjoy stealth action! -------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------- EnterBase plans to continue producing games of various genres in the future. Everyone's warm words will be the vitality to create fun games, so I would be happy if you could give me your opinion by reviewing this application, X (old Twitter), email, etc. Thank you for your continued support of EnterBase.

About

Explode or whack

Engage in a fast-paced game where you tap on moles while strategically avoiding bombs. This casual game offers quick, stress-relieving sessions with combo mechanics and a unique bomb system that challenges your reflexes and decision-making. Uncover an epic story of conflict between humans and moles.

Highlights
  • Fast-paced tapping gameplay
  • Avoid bombs to preserve health
  • Combo system for high scores
  • Unique bomb mechanics
  • Boss battles with voice acting
  • Epic story mode
  • Brain workout and dementia prevention
Features
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Introducing Whack-a-Mole, a new game system in which you hit bombs while avoiding them! A variety of high-volume casual games with unique moles and bombs appearing in each stage! ■Time-killing mini games that can be played in 50 seconds per game! Get rid of stress by making consecutive combos! & An exhilarating play that is sure to relieve your mental haze! It feels great to tap and hit the moles at a good pace to create combos! You can play easily and comfortably with simple operations! In the second half, the moles got serious and picked up the pace. You'll get hooked on hitting the moles that appear one after another, and what's more, it's a great brain workout! Also recommended for dementia prevention! The interactive element of earning points and getting titles is also attractive! ■Introduction of unique bomb system Players have a set amount of health, and hitting bombs will reduce their health. Also, the combo that was continuing will be reset, so you will have to figure out how to avoid the bomb and hit the mole. Enjoy tense and thrilling gameplay! ■The boss of each stage comes with gorgeous voices! At the end of the stage, a fierce battle with the boss will take place. They are voiced by voice actors and speak to the player before battle. ■An epic story depicting the endless battle between humans and moles. In order to restore public order in each stage, you, a soldier of the Earth Security Forces, run around the world exterminating moles. However, the moles also have a reason to fight, and during the battle, the people are faced with a shocking truth. Will humans and mole be able to reconcile? Please check it out!

Screenshots

PopStealth4 screens
Explode or whack3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PopStealth at fortnightly against Explode or whack's every 5 months. On price, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PopStealth ships an update fortnightly, Explode or whack every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
PopStealth versus Explode or whack: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPopStealthExplode or whack
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 5 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size201 MB162 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperShun NishidaYUSUKE SAKAMOTO

Customer experience

PopStealth

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Explode or whack

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

PopStealth

No in-app purchases

None

Explode or whack

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PopStealth free?
PopStealth is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Explode or whack free?
Explode or whack is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PopStealth or Explode or whack have ads?
Both PopStealth and Explode or whack show ads.
Which is updated more often, PopStealth or Explode or whack?
PopStealth ships an update fortnightly, and Explode or whack every 5 months. Most recently, PopStealth was updated on October 7, 2026 and Explode or whack on October 1, 2026.

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