Pixel Goldfish vs Lava Hopper
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pixel Goldfish
A free puzzle game where players guide a goldfish to safety by navigating challenging levels. Avoid obstacles and master the jump mechanics to progress through 50 unique stages. It's an addictive experience for those who enjoy simple yet engaging gameplay.
- 50 unique puzzle levels
- Rescue the goldfish mechanic
- Obstacle avoidance (spikes)
- Tap-to-jump controls
- Addictive puzzle gameplay
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Pixel Goldfish, is a FREE fun addictive puzzle game with 50 unique levels. You need to rescue the gold fish by pulling him from one aquarium and putting him into the second aquarium. (be aware of the spikes) Tap short to jump low, hold to jump high! Have fun :)
Lava Hopper
Embark on a surreal journey through a world consumed by lava, from a chaotic circus to a futuristic ghetto and a rainbow realm. Uncover ancient truths and embrace the unknown to adapt and unlock mysteries.
- Surreal journey through diverse realms
- Uncover ancient truths
- Embrace the unknown
- Adapt to changing realities
- Unlock mysteries
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In a quiet medieval village, a young adventurer wakes to rivers of molten lava consuming their world. Determined to uncover the truth, they embark on a surreal journey beyond the familiar, starting with a chaotic circus and a gritty, futuristic ghetto. The path twists further into a rainbow realm of warped reality, where perception is challenged, and finally leads to an expanse of endless doors and scattered keys. Each step reveals fragments of an ancient truth: the lava is not just destruction but a transformative test. Through resilience and curiosity, the adventurer learns that the world, much like themselves, is ever-changing. To uncover the truth, they must embrace the unknown, adapt to the surreal, and unlock the mysteries ahead.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Lava Hopper at 100% against Pixel Goldfish's 33%. Lava Hopper also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months). 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
Both are free to download. Pixel Goldfish sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Lava Hopper asks for nothing beyond the download.
Pixel Goldfish ships an update every 7 months, Lava Hopper every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pixel Goldfish | Lava Hopper |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 167 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | ilan TETRUASHVILI | Magmat |
Customer experience
Pixel Goldfish
Lava Hopper
In-app purchases
Pixel Goldfish
- Remove Ads + Restart from best Level$1.99
Lava Hopper
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Pixel Goldfish free?
Is Lava Hopper free?
Do Pixel Goldfish or Lava Hopper have ads?
Which is updated more often, Pixel Goldfish or Lava Hopper?
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