Comparison

Platypus Evolution vs Monster Evolution Run

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

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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

Monster Evolution Run

Grow your monster by eating food and evolving its DNA. Battle other evolved monsters and powerful bosses to become the strongest Kaiju.

Highlights
  • Monster evolution
  • DNA merging
  • Food consumption
  • Boss battles
  • Kaiju combat
Features
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Get to the top of the chain in evolution and become the strongest Kaiju and take down other evolved monsters. Eat different food and evolve your DNA into many different Kaijus and Monsters and take down the boss monsters.

Screenshots

Platypus Evolution4 screens
Monster Evolution Run4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Platypus Evolution at 93% against Monster Evolution Run's 25%. Platypus Evolution also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.5) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months). Monster Evolution Run's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Monster Evolution Run asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Platypus Evolution holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Platypus Evolution has 6.1K ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of Platypus Evolution's written reviews are positive against 25% of Monster Evolution Run's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Platypus Evolution ships an update every 3 weeks, Monster Evolution Run every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and July 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Platypus Evolution versus Monster Evolution Run: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlatypus EvolutionMonster Evolution Run
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (6.1K ratings) — better3.5 (21 ratings)
Positive reviews92.5% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings6.1K — better21
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size152 MB299 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperTPG TECNOLOGIA DA INFORMACAO LTDAYso Corp

Customer experience

Platypus Evolution

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

Monster Evolution Run

All ratings21 ratings
Positive61.9%
Neutral9.5%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

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

Monster Evolution Run

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
None

Monster Evolution Run

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Platypus Evolution free?
Platypus Evolution is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Monster Evolution Run free?
Monster Evolution Run is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Platypus Evolution or Monster Evolution Run?
Platypus Evolution is rated higher. Platypus Evolution averages 4.8 out of 5 from 6.1K ratings, while Monster Evolution Run averages 3.5 from 21 ratings.
Do Platypus Evolution or Monster Evolution Run have ads?
Both Platypus Evolution and Monster Evolution Run show ads.
Which is updated more often, Platypus Evolution or Monster Evolution Run?
Platypus Evolution ships an update every 3 weeks, and Monster Evolution Run every 6 months. Most recently, Platypus Evolution was updated on September 30, 2026 and Monster Evolution Run on July 5, 2026.

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