# Nova Thera Chronicles vs Monster GO!

The clearest difference is rating: Monster GO! at 4.6 against Nova Thera Chronicles's 3.1. Monster GO! also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Nova Thera Chronicles sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Monster GO! sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Monster GO! holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 14 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

Nova Thera Chronicles ships an update every 5 weeks, Monster GO! every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Nova Thera Chronicles | Monster GO! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-thera-chronicles/id6753936667/reviews) | **[4.6 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-go/id6758282449/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **14** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 627 MB | 469 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Pixelation Labs Pte Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1704299424) | [BOXI Interactive Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/959666225) |

## What reviewers say

### Nova Thera Chronicles

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-thera-chronicles/id6753936667)

Embark on an idle fantasy RPG adventure in a world of magic and monsters. Collect and evolve over 100 creatures, engage in tactical 5v5 battles, and explore a rich lore-filled universe. Progress even while offline and customize your team for unique playstyles.

**Highlights:** Collect over 100 monsters and pets, Merge and evolve creatures for new abilities, Engage in tactical 5v5 battles, Idle progression with offline rewards, Explore a rich fantasy world with deep lore, Customize team synergies and upgrades

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Growth Fund | $4.99 | one-time |
| Resource Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Battle Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| Mon Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Shop Diamond 3 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Shop Diamond 4 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass S1 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Deluxe Resource Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Deluxe Mon Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |
| Premium Resource Bundle | $49.99 | one-time |
| Premium Mon Bundle | $99.99 | one-time |


### Monster GO!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-go/id6758282449)

Explore a world filled with unique events and monsters. Collect, train, and evolve your creatures to battle rivals and build your own base. Aim to become the ultimate trainer in this engaging adventure.

**Highlights:** Explore the map for events and treasures, Catch and collect new monsters, Train and evolve monsters to unlock skills, Engage in club battles against rivals, Build and customize your own base

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Super Value | $0.99 | one-time |
| Super Value | $1.99 | one-time |
| Super Value | $2.99 | one-time |
| Super Value | $4.99 | one-time |
| Super Value | $5.99 | one-time |
| Super Value | $7.99 | one-time |
| Super Value | $8.99 | one-time |
| Ace Recommendation | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ace Recommendation | $19.99 | one-time |
| Ace Recommendation | $29.99 | one-time |
| Legendary Collection | $39.99 | one-time |
| Legendary Collection | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Nova Thera Chronicles free?

Nova Thera Chronicles is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Monster GO! free?

Monster GO! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Nova Thera Chronicles or Monster GO!?

Monster GO! is rated higher. Nova Thera Chronicles averages 3.1 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Monster GO! averages 4.6 from 14 ratings.

### Do Nova Thera Chronicles or Monster GO! have ads?

Both Nova Thera Chronicles and Monster GO! show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Nova Thera Chronicles or Monster GO!?

Nova Thera Chronicles ships an update every 5 weeks, and Monster GO! every 2 weeks. Most recently, Nova Thera Chronicles was updated on October 24, 2026 and Monster GO! on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*