Comparison

Platypus Evolution vs Clusterduck

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

Head to head
About

Platypus Evolution

Explore a bizarre world where platypus undergo extreme mutations. Mix and match these unique creatures to discover new species, earn coins, and conquer the world. This game combines elements of evolution, matching, and incremental clickers.

Highlights
  • Evolve mutated platypus
  • Mix and match creatures
  • Discover new species
  • Earn platypus poop coins
  • Incremental clicker gameplay
  • Multiple endings
Features
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Egg-laying, duck-billed, beaver-tailed, otter footed mammals... And venomous! Yes, platypus are already odd by nature. What would happen if mutations started happening to them? Find out in Platypus Evolution! From the minds that brought you Cow Evolution and forever changed the way you see bovines, comes a new game that somehow manages to be even crazier and more nonsensical. “That’s one dam awesome game!” - Beaver Bill “There once was a beaver, who fell in love with a duck. From this forbidden love the platypus was born.” - Platystoteles We can all agree that platypus are unique creatures. They swim. They lay eggs. They have beaks. They are mammals. They have venom. I mean, they’re just plain bizarre already. What the heck would happen if some of them go through hardcore mutations? Play God and turn already weird creatures into even weirder ones! Mix, match, combine and evolve regular platypus to God-knows-what new species of platypus and take over the world and BEYOND! HOW TO PLAY • Drag and drop similar platypus to create new mysterious creatures • Use platypus poop coins to buy new creatures and make even more money • Alternatively, fiercely tap a platypus to make coins pop when platypus poop HIGHLIGHTS • 4 different stages and many platypus species to discover • A mind-blowing story yet untold • The unexpected mix of alpaca-like evolution, 2048 and incremental clicker games • Doodle-like illustrations • Five possible endings: find your destiny • No platypus were harmed in the making of this game, only developers Play with mutations with a head start. Download now and have fun in Platypus Evolution! Disclaimer: While this App is completely free to play, some additional content can be purchased for real money in-game. If you do not want to use this feature, please turn off in-app purchases in your device's settings. Like our page on Facebook and be the first to know about our upcoming games and updates! http://fb.com/tappshq

About

Clusterduck

Hatch and mutate an endless stream of ducks, leading to increasingly bizarre genetic mutations. Collect hundreds of unique duck variations and discover the secrets of a mysterious hole. Compete in talent contests to appease the duck gods.

Highlights
  • Hatch and mutate wacky ducks
  • Collect hundreds of head, wing, and body variations
  • Discover common, rare, epic, and legendary mutations
  • Witty duck descriptions
  • Discover secrets of the hole
  • Compete in Duck-Off talent contests
Features
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What came first, the duck or the egg? CLUSTERDUCK is about hatching as many ducks as possible. As more ducks hatch, the more strange things happen. The ducks begin to genetically mutate! With each generation of ducks that hatch, the chances of things going horribly wrong increase at an alarming rate. Ever seen a duck with a sword for a head, or horse hoof for a wing? These ducks have gone absolutely bonkers. Need room for more ducks? Sacrifice ducks down *the hole*. But don’t get too close — you don’t know what’s lurking down there. Features: •Hatch and mutate wacky ducks! •Collect hundreds of head, wing, and body variations, resulting in amazing varieties! •Mutations come in common, rare, epic, and legendary rarities! •Witty duck descriptions introduce you to the personality quirks of each duck •Discover the secrets of *the hole* •Appease the duck gods by competing in Duck-Off talent contests

Screenshots

Platypus Evolution4 screens
Clusterduck4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Clusterduck at 173K against Platypus Evolution's 6.1K. On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. Platypus Evolution sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Clusterduck sells 14 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 — 4.8 for Platypus Evolution against 4.8 for Clusterduck. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Clusterduck has 173K ratings behind it against 6.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 93% of Platypus Evolution's written reviews are positive against 85% of Clusterduck's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Platypus Evolution ships an update every 3 weeks, Clusterduck fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Platypus Evolution versus Clusterduck: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlatypus EvolutionClusterduck
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (6.1K ratings)4.8 (173K ratings)
Positive reviews92.5% of reviews — better84.6% of reviews
Number of ratings6.1K173K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size152 MB240 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperTPG TECNOLOGIA DA INFORMACAO LTDAPikPok

Customer experience

Platypus Evolution

All ratings6,085 ratings
Positive95.4%
Neutral2.5%
Negative2.2%
Written reviews1,046 reviews
Positive92.5%
Neutral2.8%
Negative4.7%

Clusterduck

All ratings173,061 ratings
Positive96.4%
Neutral2.5%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews2,473 reviews
Positive84.6%
Neutral6.1%
Negative9.4%

User reviews

Platypus Evolution

From 6.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🤩 Cute and adorable platypuses
  • 🕹️ Addictive and fun gameplay
  • 👍 Great for passing time
  • 🎨 Unique and creative designs
  • 🤖 Entertaining mutant platypuses

Room to improve

  • 💰 Too many ads, disrupting gameplay
  • 🕰️ Repetitive and gets boring over time
  • 🤔 Lack of new features or content updates
  • 🔒 Inability to customize platypuses
  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches (e.g., game freezing, loss of progress)

Clusterduck

From 173K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fun and addictive game
  • 👍 Unique and quirky duck designs
  • 🎨 Charming art style
  • 💡 Interesting mutation system
  • 🕹️ Relaxing gameplay

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Limited duck storage space
  • 🐛 Glitches and bugs
  • 🔋 Long wait times for egg hatching
  • 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for more space
  • 🤔 Lack of control over duck breeding

Bugs and requests

Platypus Evolution

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game freezing or crashing when opening the shop
  • Platypuses not generating gems/diamonds when offline
  • Negative coin balance bug after updates
  • Inability to progress past certain planets/levels

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more evolution types (e.g., sharks, unicorns, hedgehogs)
  • Introduce mini-games or challenges
  • Allow players to customize platypuses (colors, accessories)
  • Improve gem/diamond acquisition system
  • Reduce frequency and intrusiveness of ads

Clusterduck

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game crashes or freezes on some devices
  • Inability to complete duck sets due to glitches
  • Inconsistent ad behavior even after purchase
  • Difficulty in distinguishing completed ducks

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more duck storage space
  • Implement a way to choose which ducks breed
  • Add mini-games or other activities to pass time
  • Introduce an in-game currency system
  • Allow for more customization of the duck colony

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Platypus Evolution

One-time10
  • ads removal$0.99
  • instant coins doubler$1.99
  • pack with 60 diamonds$1.99
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  • pack of rubies$1.99
  • pack of diamonds$1.99
  • small frost gem pack$1.99
  • pack with 200 diamonds$4.99
  • income doubler$5.99
  • big pack of rubies$5.99
  • pack with 500 diamonds$9.99
14 purchases

Clusterduck

One-time14
  • Starter Pack of Clusterbucks$0.99
  • Remove Banner Ads$1.99
  • More lamp space!$1.99
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  • Even more lamp space!$1.99
  • Bonus lamp space!$1.99
  • Permanent 4th Nest$1.99
  • Inter-Dimensional Lamp$2.99
  • Increase Population$3.99
  • Soup Buffet$4.99
  • Bumper Pack of Clusterbucks$4.99
  • The Variety Pack$4.99
  • The Populist Pack$4.99
  • Sizable Pack of Clusterbucks$9.99
  • Remove Ads$19.99

Questions

Is Platypus Evolution free?
Platypus Evolution is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Clusterduck free?
Clusterduck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Platypus Evolution or Clusterduck?
Platypus Evolution and Clusterduck are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 6.1K and 173K ratings respectively.
Do Platypus Evolution or Clusterduck have ads?
Both Platypus Evolution and Clusterduck show ads.
Which is updated more often, Platypus Evolution or Clusterduck?
Platypus Evolution ships an update every 3 weeks, and Clusterduck fortnightly. Most recently, Platypus Evolution was updated on October 18, 2026 and Clusterduck on October 18, 2026.

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