Monsters vs. Aliens vs War of the Monsters
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
Play through iconic scenes from the 2009 DreamWorks film as Ginormica, B.O.B., or The Missing Link. The game blends platforming, combat, and puzzle elements across multiple consoles and PC. Enjoy split‑screen co‑op with friends, featuring voice talent from the movie and a variety of levels that capture the film’s humor and excitement. Developed by Beenox and published by Activision, it offers a faithful adaptation for adventure‑action fans.
In War of the Monsters you become a towering creature battling rivals across ten destructible urban arenas. The 1950s setting pits you against alien‑infused monsters, military forces, and each other as you wield girders, trucks, and environmental hazards to dominate the battlefield. The game offers single‑player, split‑screen multiplayer and online modes, letting you crush opponents solo or with friends while navigating dynamic environments that react to your massive attacks.
- Faithful adaptation of the film’s humor and characters
- Drop‑in co‑op makes it easy to play with friends
- Split‑screen mode enhances local multiplayer experience
- Voice talent from the original cast adds authenticity
- Huge, interactive environments
- Variety of monster characters with distinct moves
- Local and online multiplayer options
- Retro sci‑fi storyline with UFO twist
- Graphics are dated compared to modern releases
- Limited replayability after completing the story
- Controls can feel clunky on some platforms
- Graphics are dated by modern standards
- Limited platform availability (PS2, PS4 only)
- Occasional performance hiccups in destructible scenes
More alternatives & similar tools
Alternatives to Monsters vs. Aliens
View all →Step into the shoes of a 100‑foot monster and smash cities in 1950s sci‑fi chaos
Action‑packed adventure that lets you relive Chicken Little’s movie thrills with jetpacks and gadgets.
Team up as Mr. Incredible and Frozone to stop the Underminer’s underground menace.
Alternatives to War of the Monsters
View all →
Rescue monsters, smash cities, and battle alien hordes across the Solar System
The Verdict
AI-generated from listing dataMonsters vs. Aliens offers family‑friendly, story‑driven co‑op with split‑screen but dated graphics, while War of the Monsters delivers larger, more interactive arenas, higher critic scores, and both local and online multiplayer but is limited to older consoles.
Key differences
- •Monsters vs. Aliens is a movie‑based platformer with a family‑friendly rating (PEGI 7/ESRB E10+); War of the Monsters is a retro monster‑brawler with a teen rating (ESRB T).
- •War of the Monsters supports online multiplayer for up to four players; Monsters vs. Aliens only supports local drop‑in co‑op for two.
- •War of the Monsters has a higher critic score (80 vs. 65) and more varied monster abilities; Monsters vs. Aliens has a lower score and fewer character mechanics.
- •Platform availability differs: Monsters vs. Aliens released on many platforms (all except DS); War of the Monsters is only on PS2 and PS4.
- •War of the Monsters features larger, destructible city maps and environmental events; Monsters vs. Aliens focuses on recreating movie moments in smaller levels.
Gameplay & fun factor
War of the Monsters offers larger, interactive arenas, varied monster moves, and environmental events, rated higher by critics (80).
Platform availability
Monsters vs. Aliens released on all major platforms except DS; War of the Monsters only on PS2 and PS4.
Price & value
Both games cost $59.99 one‑time; value depends on other factors.
Multiplayer / co‑op
War of the Monsters supports both local split‑screen and online multiplayer for up to four; Monsters vs. Aliens only local co‑op for two.
Content & replayability
War of the Monsters has ten city maps with destructible objects and dynamic AI; Monsters vs. Aliens limited replay after story.
Difficulty & accessibility
Monsters vs. Aliens has a lower age rating (PEGI 7/E10+) and family‑friendly controls; War of the Monsters rated T.
Graphics & performance
Both noted as having dated graphics; no clear advantage.
Choose Monsters vs. Aliens if…
Families seeking a kid‑friendly, story‑driven co‑op experience on any modern console.
Choose War of the Monsters if…
Players wanting larger, destructive battles, online play, and higher critical praise, and who own PS2/PS4.
Common questions
Do either of these games support online multiplayer?
War of the Monsters supports online multiplayer for up to four players; Monsters vs. Aliens only supports local drop‑in co‑op.
Which game has a higher critic rating?
War of the Monsters has a critic score of 80/100, compared to Monsters vs. Aliens' 65/100.
Are both games the same price?
Yes, each is priced at $59.99 as a one‑time purchase.