Read It (Not) vs AnomalyAquarium
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Read It (Not)
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Confused brain. Clear mind. A ZEN-inspired brain training game, rooted in psychology. Supervised by psychologists. Challenging. Addictive. Meditative. ◆ Simple to play. But your brain will panic. The screen is split into top and bottom halves. Choose the matching item from the two options at the bottom. Sounds easy? Not quite. Top half: DO NOT read the text. Focus on color, shape, or image—ignore the text. Bottom half: READ the text. Ignore how it looks—trust the letters. Example: Top: The word "green" written in red. Don’t read—just see red. Bottom: "green" in red and "red" in green. Correct answer? The green "red". This rule switch creates a classic task switching challenge—your mind must constantly flip between "don't read” and "read." Fast, focused decisions are key. It's not just a game—it's mental gymnastics. ◆ 43 task types. Each one rewires your brain. Colors. Fonts. Animations. Symbols. Every stage shifts how you perceive, think, and choose. Stay calm under pressure. Sharpen your selective attention. Switch fast. Stay sharp. ◆ Your progress is honored with Zen-inspired titles There are 10 stages. Each stage grants you a Zen-inspired title based on your performance. No "Game Over." Only reflection and insight. Examples: Drift – Gradual movement forward Harmony – A balanced soul . . . Perception – Clarity beyond illusion Void – The state of no-mind Let words mark your journey, not judge it. ◆ A psychological maze worth entering Designed with principles from cognitive psychology Mixes casual gameplay with deep introspection Challenging, calming, addictive Is this brain training? Is it meditation? Or a mirror for your mind? Only one way to find out. Can you reach the state of "Void"? Hand clap SE: Pocket sound – https://pocket-se.info/
AnomalyAquarium
Explore a deserted aquarium at night as a security guard, spotting over 40 unique anomalies. Make correct decisions to light lamps and complete your shift. Enjoy simple controls and random events for endless replayability.
- Anomaly spotting gameplay
- Over 40 unique anomalies
- Randomly appearing anomalies
- Simple mobile controls
- Automatic saving
- Offline play
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Anomaly-Finding Game Inspired by Exit 8 – Now on Mobile! The 6th entry in the popular anomaly-spotting series is here! This time, the setting is an aquarium. 【Story】 This is a popular aquarium in town. You have just started your first shift as a night security guard. As you enter the aquarium looking for the other staff members, you find it strangely deserted. Then you discover a manual left behind on a desk. It reads: "If nothing seems unusual, leave through the exit on the right. If you find an anomaly, return to the exit on the left. Each correct decision will light one lamp. When all 9 lamps are lit, your shift is complete." And so begins a night filled with far too many anomalies... 【Features】 • Simple and easy controls designed for mobile devices. Move left or right and tap the screen to zoom in and inspect details. (Perfect even for players who are not comfortable with complex 3D controls!) • Discover over 40 different anomalies. Some are subtle and difficult to spot, some contain horror elements, and others may make you laugh. Since anomalies appear randomly, every playthrough is different. • Automatic saving after each round lets you enjoy short play sessions and quit anytime. • Fully playable offline, making it perfect for commuting, traveling, or passing the time. • A game that tests your observation skills and memory while giving your brain a fun workout. 【Important Notes】 • The game may not function properly on older devices or operating systems. • Completely free to play. No in-app purchases required. • Contains horror elements. Player discretion is advised. • Video uploads, livestreams, and Let's Play content are welcome. • Reviews, feedback, and comments are greatly appreciated. 【Video Content Guidelines】 • Individuals and companies may create videos or livestreams featuring this game without prior permission. • Monetization is allowed only through the monetization features provided by video-sharing platforms. • If possible, please include the game's title in your video title and a link to the store page in the description.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: AnomalyAquarium at 3 against Read It (Not)'s —. Read It (Not)'s advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Read It (Not) | AnomalyAquarium |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 83.3% of reviews |
| Update frequency | — | Daily |
| Ads | — | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | — | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 148 MB | 348 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | TechQiao Inc. | YU HIRATA |
In-app purchases
Read It (Not)
No in-app purchases
AnomalyAquarium
No in-app purchases
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