Contagious Mayhem vs The Challenge
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Contagious Mayhem
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Get ready to dive into the microscopic world with "Contagious Mayhem"! This game provides a perfect blend of fun, learning, and excitement, that transforms you into a virtual germ fighter. In this fast-paced and thrilling game, your mission is to sanitize various surfaces and spaces, all teeming with a variety of microbes that you need to identify and disinfect. As you progress, you'll encounter tougher, more resilient germs, bacteria, viruses, and fungi, each with its unique strengths and weaknesses. Utilize a wide array of disinfectants, each equipped with unique capabilities to combat different types of microbes. The game encourages strategic thinking as players must decide the best approach to handle each wave of microbial invasion. But the game isn't just about mayhem! It's also an educational tool, giving players a better understanding of different types of microbes, their characteristics, and how they spread. Through engaging gameplay, players learn about hygiene and public health in a way that's fun and interactive. With high-quality graphics, a captivating storyline, and countless levels, Contagious Mayhem offers endless entertainment while promoting science education. Perfect for players of all ages looking for a game that's as challenging as it is enlightening. So gear up and join the fight against germs in Contagious Mayhem, where every clean surface is a victory! The game has been developed in the Peliselli project (The project is funded by the REACT-EU instrument's appropriations as part of the actions implemented by the European Union in response to the COVID-19 pandemic) and in the ARPO project funded by the Regional Council of Satakunta. The making of the game has also been funded by the Academy of Finland (decisions 337863 and 337861). In collaboration with: SAMK โ Wander Research Centre, SAMK, and the City of Rauma.
The Challenge
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The Challenge - Final Game a captivating twist on Rock Paper Scissors! The Challenge - Final Game involves two players who simultaneously select between rock, paper, or scissors. HOW TO PLAY: - Pair up with a friend. - Each player picks their role. - Begin the game. - Complete the challenge after the game ends.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Contagious Mayhem at none against The Challenge's 1. The Challenge's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. The Challenge sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Contagious Mayhem asks for nothing beyond the download.
Contagious Mayhem ships an update every 2 months, The Challenge every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Contagious Mayhem | The Challenge |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No โ better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 11.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 147 MB | 131 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Satakunnan Ammattikorkeakoulu Oy | Aljohn Paul Barundia |
In-app purchases
Contagious Mayhem
No in-app purchases
The Challenge
- Remove Ads$2.99
Questions
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