Comparison

Lightopus (Appxplore) vs Meow Hunter

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

Head to head
About

Lightopus (Appxplore)

Embark on an epic quest to rescue young creatures from the clutches of Abyss monsters. Navigate challenging levels with intuitive controls, stunning graphics, and engaging gameplay. Face formidable bosses and strive for high scores.

Highlights
  • Full HD devices support
  • Intuitive touch or virtual joypad controls
  • Fun and addictive gameplay
  • Attractive graphics and character movements
  • Face various monster bosses
  • Checkpoint system
  • Leaderboards & Achievements
Features
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All the Lightopuses in the Abyss were killed and their remaining young captured by the monsters of the Abyss. You are the only Lightopus alive, a species on the brink of extinction. Your mission is to rescue the young Lightopus and free them from the Abyss monsters' seal-zones. - Features - • Full HD devices support • Unique and intuitive control: Optional touch control or virtual joypad • Fun and addictive gameplay • Attractive graphics • Lively character movements with AI • Face various monster bosses with special powers • Checkpoint System • Leaderboards & Achievements Support • Original and attractive music - Reviews - G4's Knuckle Up- The Best Mobile Games “I’m going to go out on a limb and predict Lightopus will be a future Hall of Famer for the App Store.” 148Apps - Editor's Choice “This game is not to be missed by those looking for something new to enchant them on the iOS platform.” Touch Arcade - Beauty Through Motion “Every feature adds to a superb overall presentation that just works.” Pocket Gamer - Silver Award “This is innovative gaming at its finest, and whilst it's let down by a few niggles, they're not enough to spoil what is a fantastically enjoyable, highly playable arcade adventure.” AppTudes - Editor's Choice “Lightopus is a beautifully crafted game. The game looks great on retina display, and the gameplay is both unusual and addictive. If players are looking for a challenging yet simple game, Lightopus is worth checking out.” AppSpy - A Unique Experience “Lightopus is visually intriguing and aurally relaxing, as you swim around protecting your babies, and having them feed on your enemies. A unique experience.” If you face any technical issues on your device, we would appreciate it if you can contact us prior to writing a negative review. We will try to address the issue as soon as possible. For the latest news, updates, and events LIKE us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/appxplore Official http://www.appxplore.com Facebook http://www.facebook.com/appxplore Twitter http://twitter.com/appxplore

About

Meow Hunter

Embark on a space adventure as a cat bounty hunter in this pixel side-scrolling action RPG. Explore diverse planets, engage in dynamic combat with unique characters, and customize your hero with a vast array of loot and upgrades for endless replayability.

Highlights
  • Pixel side-scrolling action RPG
  • Adorable cat characters with unique skills
  • Blend of melee and ranged combat
  • Roguelike elements with over 200 loot drops
  • Extensive character upgrades
  • Diverse planetary landscapes
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Meow Hunter is a pixel side-scrolling action RPG featuring adorable cat characters. It combines classic roguelike elements with the exhilarating combat experiences of platformer games. In this meow-velous universe, you'll become a bounty hunter taking on missions across various planets in a space adventure to find energy and resources. Every hunt offers a fresh experience with a touch of retro arcade fun. Ready for it? The battle is set to unfold! [Adorable Characters, Enjoyable Combat] Cute cats are a must, but there's more! Meet the crafty Dragonbird, the hot-tempered Explorilla, the goofy Pitaya, the ninja Sparrow, and more... Each character boasts unique weapons, skills, and irresistibly charming personalities. From melee combat to shooting, magic to guns, or just simply being adorable, their competence extends across all fields. [Melee & Ranged, Manifold Experiences] Fighting isn't just about brawling! Seamlessly blending hand-to-hand melee combat with shooting allows you to engage in fierce close-quarters skirmishes while charging up ranged assaults. The refreshing combat model allows you to revel in an exciting 2D action experience that is as thrilling as it is dynamic. [Rich Loots, Free Builds] Whimsical items that overturn your imagination! Over 200 creative drops in the game help you grow within each run. With the ability to bounce bullets, enchant guns with elements, or even revive, you can freely mix and match to create diverse builds, customize heroes, raid rooms, and make every adventure uniquely yours. [Exclusive Upgrades, Fun-filled Power-up] Getting stronger is the ultimate goal! With nearly 100 upgrade items, you can fully enhance various characters' melee, ranged, and skill abilities to fight against the foes. [Varied Landscapes, Purrfect Planets] Discover distinctive styles with hidden surprises! Play as a fearless hunter journeying through the stars, exploring diverse scenes such as bustling food stalls, neon-lit cyberpunk cities, exotic deserts, and many more. The hunting season is approaching! Download Meow Hunter now and embark on a brand-new RPG pixel action shooting adventure! Follow us: http://www.chillyroom.com Email: info@chillyroom.games Instagram: @chillyroominc X: @ChillyRoom Discord: https://discord.gg/PGF5usvcdq

Screenshots

Lightopus (Appxplore)4 screens
Meow Hunter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Lightopus (Appxplore) at none against Meow Hunter's shown. Lightopus (Appxplore) also leads on review sentiment (59% vs 37%) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 12.0). Meow Hunter's advantage is ratings volume (247 vs 40). 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. Lightopus (Appxplore) sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Meow Hunter sells 11 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 — 4.4 for Lightopus (Appxplore) against 4.5 for Meow Hunter. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Meow Hunter has 247 ratings behind it against 40, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 59% of Lightopus (Appxplore)'s written reviews are positive against 37% of Meow Hunter's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lightopus (Appxplore) ships an update every 3 weeks, Meow Hunter monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Lightopus (Appxplore) versus Meow Hunter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLightopus (Appxplore)Meow Hunter
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (40 ratings)4.5 (247 ratings) — better
Positive reviews59.0% of reviews — better37.0% of reviews
Number of ratings40247 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS6.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size137 MB676 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperAppxplore (iCandy) Sdn. Bhd.ChillyRoom Inc.

Customer experience

Lightopus (Appxplore)

All ratings37 ratings
Positive78.4%
Neutral8.1%
Negative13.5%
Written reviews39 reviews
Positive59.0%
Neutral10.3%
Negative30.8%

Meow Hunter

All ratings245 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral3.7%
Negative9.4%
Written reviews146 reviews
Positive37.0%
Neutral13.7%
Negative49.3%

Bugs and requests

Lightopus (Appxplore)

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Meow Hunter

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Sign-up/login issues
  • Dialogue not in expected language
  • Bosses/levels not functioning properly
  • Crashes at higher levels

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add controller support
  • Implement save progress feature
  • Improve localization and translations

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Lightopus (Appxplore)

One-time2
  • Stars Pack$0.99
  • Premium Upgrade$1.99
11 purchases

Meow Hunter

One-time11
  • Novice Pack$0.99
  • A Handful of Fish Chips Double$0.99
  • A Handful of Fish Chips$0.99
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  • A Pile of Fish Chips (Double)$4.99
  • A Pile of Fish Chips$4.99
  • VIP Pass$5.99
  • Super VIP Pass (Extra EXP)$6.99
  • A Crate of Fish Chips (Double)$17.99
  • A Crate of Fish Chips$17.99
  • Fish Chip Wholesale (Double)$29.99
  • Fish Chip Wholesale$29.99

Questions

Is Lightopus (Appxplore) free?
Lightopus (Appxplore) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Meow Hunter free?
Meow Hunter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Lightopus (Appxplore) or Meow Hunter?
Meow Hunter is rated higher. Lightopus (Appxplore) averages 4.4 out of 5 from 40 ratings, while Meow Hunter averages 4.5 from 247 ratings.
Do Lightopus (Appxplore) or Meow Hunter have ads?
Meow Hunter shows ads; Lightopus (Appxplore) does not.
Which is updated more often, Lightopus (Appxplore) or Meow Hunter?
Lightopus (Appxplore) ships an update every 3 weeks, and Meow Hunter monthly. Most recently, Lightopus (Appxplore) was updated on October 23, 2026 and Meow Hunter on October 25, 2026.

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