Comparison

Alien Run vs Pufferfish

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

Head to head
About

Alien Run

Become an unstoppable alien invader in this action-packed survival game. Use your tentacle powers to capture fleeing humans and dominate the battlefield in an epic invasion scenario. Experience intense chases and strategic mob control as the ultimate predator.

Highlights
  • Alien invasion gameplay
  • Tentacle attack and capture
  • Mob control
  • Monster run challenges
  • Chase running humans
  • Strategic hunting
Features
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Alien Run - Tentacle Attack invites you to step into the role of an unstoppable alien invasion force in an epic battle of survival and conquest. In this thrilling alien game, you will experience a unique blend of high-stakes action and strategic mob control as you hunt down and capture fleeing humans. In Alien Run - Tentacle Attack, you are the alien invader wreaking havoc on Earth. Alien invasion has begun, and it’s your mission to attack and find the alien targets hiding among the chaos. Utilize your formidable abilities to move people, ensuring they don't escape your grasp. As humans scatter in fear, your objective is clear: kill it with fire and ensure no one escapes your wrath. Alien Isolation has never been so intense. You’re at the center of the action in this heart-pounding alien shooter running game, where every second counts. Engage in monster run challenges and face off against the most resilient of humans. Each chase is a test of your skills and adaptability in this dynamic alien invasion scenario. Alien Run - Tentacle Attack features a range of exciting gameplay elements: - Alien invasion gameplay that places you in the heart of the action. - Use your tentacle powers to attack and capture humans on the run. - Engage in killing games where you determine who dies first. - Manage mob control and navigate through monster draft scenarios as you - hunt your prey. - Participate in monster games that challenge your strategic and tactical skills. - Chase the running man and ensure no one escapes in this gripping monster run experience. With Alien Run - Tentacle Attack, you’ll find yourself deeply immersed in a running game world where the alien is the ultimate predator. Master the art of stealth and aggression to ensure a successful invasion. Will you dominate the battlefield, or will the humans manage to outwit you? Prepare yourself for an adrenaline-fueled adventure as you play the alien in this exhilarating running game chase. Alien Run - Tentacle Attack is where your alien invasion begins, and the hunt for humanity’s survival ends. Join the alien invasion—Alien Run - Tentacle Attack awaits your command!

About

Pufferfish

Tap to inflate a pufferfish and smash through ocean predators. Master timing for risk-reward gameplay, challenge friends on leaderboards, and unlock power-ups in a stunning underwater world. Play endlessly without energy systems.

Highlights
  • Tap to inflate and demolish obstacles
  • Risk-reward timing mechanic
  • Challenge friends on leaderboards
  • Daily leaderboards with coin prizes
  • Unlockable power-ups
  • Stunning underwater environments
  • No energy systems or waiting
Features
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**Download now and see how far you can swim into the unknown!** In the deepest reaches of the ocean, one tiny pufferfish is about to become your new addiction. Everything wants to eat him. Crabs snap with razor claws, jellyfish drift with deadly tentacles, and sharks circle in the darkness. His only defense? Perfect timing and one incredible ability. **TAP TO PUFF - THE MOST SATISFYING MECHANIC IN MOBILE GAMING** When danger strikes, he inflates into an unstoppable spiked ball that demolishes everything in his path. But here's the catch: miss your timing and you're vulnerable for precious seconds while predators close in. This risk-reward system will have you on the edge of your seat every single run. **CHALLENGE YOUR FRIENDS & CLIMB THE LEADERBOARDS** • Challenge friends to 1v1 score battles - who can swim deeper? • Daily leaderboards with real coin prizes for top performers • Compete across your city, region, country, and globally • Get notifications when you win daily prizes • Share your epic runs and watch friends try to beat your distance **QUICK SESSIONS, ENDLESS ADDICTION** Perfect for waiting in line, coffee breaks, or whenever you need a quick adrenaline rush. Each run is different, teaching you new patterns while pushing you just a little further than before. Start playing and you'll understand why players say "just one more run" turns into hours of gameplay. **POWER UP YOUR PROGRESS** • Earn coins from gameplay and daily wins • Unlock game-changing power-ups in the coin shop • Refer friends and earn bonus rewards • Master combo chains for massive score multipliers **STUNNING UNDERWATER WORLD** Swim through glowing coral forests, ancient shipwrecks, and mysterious deep-sea trenches. Every environment is beautifully crafted with smooth 60fps gameplay that feels incredible on both phones and tablets. **NO WAITING, NO ENERGY SYSTEMS** Play as much as you want, whenever you want. This is old-school mobile gaming done right - pure skill, pure fun, zero frustration. **Download Pufferfish now and discover why one small fish is creating big waves in mobile gaming!** Ready to see how far you can go? The ocean is waiting.

Screenshots

Alien Run4 screens
Pufferfish4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Pufferfish at 5.0 against Alien Run's 2.3. Alien Run's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Alien Run sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Pufferfish sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pufferfish holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Alien Run ships an update every 9 days, Pufferfish every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Alien Run versus Pufferfish: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAlien RunPufferfish
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (3 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews6.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size132 MB559 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperHAPPY GAME COMPANY TEKNOLOJI ANONIM SIRKETIBrass Lantern Studios Ltd

Customer experience

Alien Run

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive6.3%
Neutral12.5%
Negative81.3%

Pufferfish

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Alien Run

One-time10
  • Special Offer$0.99
  • 1 day No Ads$0.99
  • Skip It Bundle 2$1.99
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  • No Ads$4.99
  • Mini Alien$5.99
  • Bundle 3$6.99
  • Mini Alien + No Ads$8.99
  • Bundle 2$8.99
  • Bundle 5$19.99
  • Bundle 6$39.99
10 purchases

Pufferfish

One-time10
  • Refill Lives$0.99
  • Castaway's Crate$0.99
  • 10 Lives$1.99
Show 7 more
  • 12,000 Coins$1.99
  • Coin Doubler$1.99
  • Unlimited Lives (2 Hours)$2.99
  • 25,000 Coins$2.99
  • Smuggler's Hoard$4.99
  • 60,000 Coins$4.99
  • Kraken's Bounty$9.99

Questions

Is Alien Run free?
Alien Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pufferfish free?
Pufferfish is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Alien Run or Pufferfish?
Pufferfish is rated higher. Alien Run averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Pufferfish averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Alien Run or Pufferfish have ads?
Both Alien Run and Pufferfish show ads.
Which is updated more often, Alien Run or Pufferfish?
Alien Run ships an update every 9 days, and Pufferfish every 5 days. Most recently, Alien Run was updated on November 4, 2026 and Pufferfish on October 31, 2026.

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