Comparison

Rise to Surface vs Aqua Crew

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

Head to head
About

Rise to Surface

Guide a little monster in a bubble to the surface, avoiding obstacles and collecting treasures. This action-packed game features beautiful graphics, engaging music, and challenging enemies. Compete for a high score and enjoy fun with friends and family.

Highlights
  • Avoid rocks and enemies
  • Collect treasures and bonus items
  • Addictive gameplay
  • Beautiful graphics
  • Great music and sound effects
  • High-score list
Features
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Avoid the rocks and pick up the treasures. Help the little monster in the bubble to rise up to the surface in this action packed game. Features: * Addictive gameplay * Beautiful graphics * Great music and sound effects * Sharks and other enemies * High-score list * Bonus items * Fun to play with friends and family! This game was released on Ludum Dare #29 Game Jam. It was developed 72 hours from scratch. Compatible with iPhone and iPad. Please send your feedback: support@artexgames.com Visit and join our Facebook page and website: https://www.facebook.com/artexgames http://www.twitter.com/artexgames http://www.artexgames.com Thank you very much for your endless support!

About

Aqua Crew

Features
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Jump into the Deep Blue with Aqua Crew! Get ready for an addictive underwater adventure that will keep you hooked for hours! In Aqua Crew, your goal is simple: jump as high as you can, avoid dangerous obstacles, and explore the vibrant ocean depths. ENDLESS JUMPING FUN Bounce from platform to platform, but watch your step! From slippery ice to magical clouds, every jump counts. How high can you climb before the ocean challenges stop you? UNLOCK UNIQUE CHARACTERS Start with our friendly Octopus and unlock a massive crew of sea friends! The Classics: Crab, Snail, Starfish, and Jellyfish. The Predators: Shark, Hammerhead, and the elusive Angry Octopus. The Specials: Robot Fish, Photographer, Cameraman, and the coding Developer Fish! And many more: Dolphin, Seal, Turtle, Otter, and Pufferfish! STUNNING THEMES & BACKGROUNDS Customize your gameplay with beautiful environments. Swim through a classic blue ocean, watch the Sunset, explore the Starry Night, blast off into Space, or visit the sweet Candy Land! DODGE & SURVIVE It’s not just about jumping! Watch out for spooky Ghosts, flying Bats, sharp Spikes, and burning Fireballs. One wrong move and it’s game over! BEAT YOUR HIGH SCORE Challenge yourself to reach new heights. Track your best scores and become the ultimate ocean explorer. FEATURES: Simple Controls: Tap and tilt to guide your character. Vibrant Graphics: Colorful and cute art style perfect for all ages. Responsive Design: Plays perfectly on both iPhone and iPad. No Ads (Optional): Enjoy a seamless experience. Market: Use your points or purchase the "All Characters Bundle" to unlock everyone instantly! Download Aqua Crew today and start your underwater journey! The ocean is waiting for you.

Screenshots

Rise to Surface3 screens
Aqua Crew4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Rise to Surface at none against Aqua Crew's 10. Rise to Surface also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads and device support 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. Aqua Crew sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Rise to Surface asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rise to Surface ships an update fortnightly, Aqua Crew every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Rise to Surface versus Aqua Crew: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRise to SurfaceAqua Crew
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArtex Studios, Inc.orhun ipek

In-app purchases

None

Rise to Surface

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Aqua Crew

One-time10
  • aquacrew ad free$0.99
  • Otter$0.99
  • Crab$0.99
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  • Developer$0.99
  • Robot$1.99
  • Dolphin$1.99
  • Turtle$2.99
  • Squid$3.99
  • Snail$3.99
  • All Characters Bundle$29.99

Questions

Is Rise to Surface free?
Rise to Surface is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Aqua Crew free?
Aqua Crew is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Rise to Surface or Aqua Crew have ads?
Neither Rise to Surface nor Aqua Crew shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rise to Surface or Aqua Crew?
Rise to Surface ships an update fortnightly, and Aqua Crew every 3 months. Most recently, Rise to Surface was updated on November 1, 2026 and Aqua Crew on November 5, 2026.

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