Comparison

Shoot the Monster vs Merge Pocket

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

Head to head
About

Shoot the Monster

Engage in a unique casual game combining shooting action with number merging puzzles. Aim and shoot number bullets to hit monsters, strategically merging them to create higher values and prevent them from reaching the bottom. Master precise aiming and smart positioning for endless high-score challenges.

Highlights
  • Shooting action and number merge puzzle gameplay
  • Simple tap and drag controls
  • Strategic aiming and merge mechanics
  • Endless high-score challenges
  • Casual puzzle shooting experience
Features
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Shoot the Monster is a unique casual game that blends shooting action with number merge puzzle gameplay. Aim carefully, shoot number bullets, and hit monsters on the board. When monsters with the same number collide, they merge into a stronger one. Plan your shots, create bigger numbers, and keep the monsters from reaching the bottom. Simple controls make it easy to start, but smart positioning and timing are the key to high scores. As the board fills up, every shot becomes more important. How to Play Tap and drag to aim your number bullet Release to shoot monsters on the board Merge monsters with the same number to create a higher value Prevent monsters from reaching the bottom of the screen Keep merging and shooting to achieve the highest score possible Game Features A fresh mix of shooting action and number merge puzzle gameplay Easy to play with simple controls Strategic aiming and satisfying merge mechanics Endless gameplay focused on high-score challenges If you enjoy casual games that reward smart thinking and precise aiming, Shoot the Monster delivers an addictive puzzle shooting experience. Download now and see how high you can go.

About

Merge Pocket

This game offers a relaxing merge puzzle experience where players combine adorable characters and objects to create a vibrant pocket world. It's designed for all ages, providing a cozy and satisfying way to unwind.

Highlights
  • Merge adorable characters and objects
  • Build a complete pocket world
  • Relaxing and cozy gameplay
  • Satisfying merging mechanics
  • Creative puzzle solving
Features
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- A Merge Puzzle That Brings a Pocket World to Life Merge adorable characters and objects, and experience the moment when scattered pieces come together as a complete world. - Merge Gameplay with Adroable Characters From charming animals to playful friends, and rich environmental elements— each character brings its own personality and warmth, adding life to your world with every merge. - Pieces Coming Together as One Scene This is more than just merging. Images completed through merging become puzzle pieces, gradually building a cozy pocket world. - Relaxing and Cozy Healing Gameplay Unwind from your day with calm, satisfying gameplay, and feel a rich sense of excitement with every merge. - A Puzzle Game for Everyone Easy to start and naturally engaging. Perfect for players of all ages who love cute characters and creative puzzles.

Screenshots

Shoot the Monster4 screens
Merge Pocket4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Shoot the Monster at none against Merge Pocket's shown. Shoot the Monster also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Merge Pocket's advantage is ratings volume (7 vs 1). On price, rating, update cadence 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. Shoot the Monster sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Merge Pocket sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Shoot the Monster against 5.0 for Merge Pocket. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Merge Pocket has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shoot the Monster ships an update weekly, Merge Pocket fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on July 18, 2026 and August 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Shoot the Monster versus Merge Pocket: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShoot the MonsterMerge Pocket
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings17 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
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
Size226 MB207 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperACTIONFITCozycat Inc.

Customer experience

Shoot the Monster

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

Merge Pocket

All ratings7 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Shoot the Monster

One-time10
  • Starter Pack$2.99
  • Beginner Pack$2.99
  • Remove Ad$4.99
Show 7 more
  • Remove Ad Pack2$5.99
  • Exorcist Pack$6.99
  • Retry Pack$8.99
  • Remove Ad Pack$9.99
  • Lucky Charm Pack$14.99
  • Divine Blessing Pack$39.99
  • Demon Slaying Pack$69.99
4 purchases

Merge Pocket

One-time4
  • Coin 110$0.99
  • Coin 550$2.99
  • Remove Auto Ads$3.99
Show 1 more
  • Coin 1200$4.99

Questions

Is Shoot the Monster free?
Shoot the Monster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Merge Pocket free?
Merge Pocket is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Shoot the Monster or Merge Pocket?
Shoot the Monster and Merge Pocket are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 7 ratings respectively.
Do Shoot the Monster or Merge Pocket have ads?
Merge Pocket shows ads; Shoot the Monster does not.
Which is updated more often, Shoot the Monster or Merge Pocket?
Shoot the Monster ships an update weekly, and Merge Pocket fortnightly. Most recently, Shoot the Monster was updated on July 18, 2026 and Merge Pocket on August 24, 2026.

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