# Tic Tac Toe Evolved: MARUBA — Stack, steal, three in a row

> Evolved Tic-Tac-Toe with moving and capturing pieces for strategic online play. (iPhone/iPad app by tomople.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tic-tac-toe-evolved-maruba/id1472998169 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [tomople](https://appshunter.io/developer/1384257281)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Family, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 88 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-07-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tic-tac-toe-evolved-maruba/id1472998169/reviews.md

## What is Tic Tac Toe Evolved?

Not the tic tac toe you know. Bigger pieces can be placed on top of smaller ones — and steal them.
Get matched in seconds in worldwide online battles and climb the ranks from 30 Kyu to 9 Dan.
The rules take 10 seconds to learn, but the mind games never end. Kids and adults both get hooked.

■ Tic tac toe, evolved into a real strategy game

Every piece in MARUBA comes in three sizes: small, medium, and large.
A bigger piece can be placed on top of a smaller one to capture it.
Pieces already on the board can move too — and lifting one reveals what was hidden underneath.
The game that always ended in a draw is now a battle of reads and reversals, one move at a time.

Learning the rules takes 10 seconds. The depth of a tic tac toe that doesn't end in draws? Endless.

■ Online battles that start in seconds

Jump in and play in moments — quick, breezy matches whenever you like.
Win to earn stars and rank up — from 30 Kyu all the way to 9 Dan.

■ Goals that never run out

- Ranks: lasting proof of your skill, re-measured in monthly seasons
- Win streak rankings: compete worldwide for the best streak
- Weekly League: climb from Bronze to Master in weekly promotion battles
- CPU Ladder: 50 levels of practice opponents that grow with you
- Puzzle mode: "win in N moves" brain teasers, stage by stage

■ Collect, dress up, and play as your own character

Cats, robots, bears, ghosts... mix and match cute characters with accessories and board themes.
Your look is visible to your opponents too. Plus limited cosmetics to collect.

■ With family and friends

- Two players on one device (no internet needed)
- Friend battles with a shared passcode
- Parental gate included — designed with kids in mind

■ Recommended for

- Anyone who loved tic tac toe or noughts and crosses
- Fans of chess, checkers, and board game mind games
- Quick battles in your spare minutes
- Families looking for a brain game to play together

Play one match. Feel the sting of having a piece stolen — and the thrill of stealing it back.

■ About subscriptions (Premium)

- Note
Cancellation for the current billing period is not available.
Subscriptions are cancelled from your device settings, not from within the app.
How to cancel: https://support.apple.com/HT202039

- Restore purchases
If you have subscribed before, tap the "Restore Purchases" button at the bottom of the subscription screen.

Terms of Use (EULA):
https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Privacy Policy:
https://tomople.com/privacy-policy/

## Key features

- Pieces can move and capture
- Real-time online multiplayer
- Global ranking system
- CPU practice mode
- Offline play available
- Intuitive tap controls

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove mobile ads (1 month) | $1.99 | per month |
| Remove mobile ads (1 year) | $24.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 20)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tic-tac-toe-evolved-maruba/id1472998169/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 生まれ変わりすぎ

*2026-01-10*

昔から大好きなゲームです！
ですが久しぶりに開いたらイラストがすごく変わってる..........
別に嫌いなわけじゃないですが前のシンプルなのが好きだったなぁと思ってしまう自分がいる

### 1/5 — うーん

*2025-11-02*

マッチング中に1人モードができるのはいい、ただその1人モードで決着が着いたら広告に飛ばされるのは流石にないと思う。マッチング中ぐらいフリーでやらせてくれよと思う

### 1/5 — 先行が勝つ

*2025-07-16*

4×4が出ておもしろくなったが、3×3では先攻が真ん中に大を置くと絶対に勝てるやり方がある。
本家マルバのルールを見ると「先行の初手は真ん中以外に置く」とあり、このルールだとどちらが勝つかわからなくなるので面白いから、先攻が初手に真ん中置けないようアップデートしてほしい

### 1/5 — おわってる

*2024-10-04*

おとももちとやりたいのにマッチングしない
むかつく

### 5/5 — とても良い

*2024-08-20*

とても良い

### 2/5 — マッチしない

*2024-08-02*

フレンドとマッチしません

### 2/5 — 広告の消し方がわからない

*2024-07-23*

広告がずっと表示される。
消すボタンもないし、時間表示もないからどうしたら広告が消えるのかわからない。
不親切すぎる。

### 1/5 — 広告

*2024-07-16*

ゴミげー

### 1/5 — 最悪

*2024-06-29*

全然マッチしないし広告も多すぎる。

### 5/5 — やってみたかったんだ

*2024-02-21*

うれしい

## Frequently asked questions about Tic Tac Toe Evolved

### What makes Strategic Tic-Tac-Toe Online different from regular Tic-Tac-Toe?

Strategic Tic-Tac-Toe Online adds two key rules: pieces can move to different squares and capture opponent's smaller pieces. This transforms the simple game into a deep strategic experience.

### Can I play Strategic Tic-Tac-Toe Online offline?

Yes, Strategic Tic-Tac-Toe Online offers offline play for both single-player against the CPU and two-player modes on the same device.

### How does the online multiplayer work in Strategic Tic-Tac-Toe Online?

You can battle players from around the world in real-time online matches. The game features a ranking system to track your progress and skills against other players globally.

### Is Strategic Tic-Tac-Toe Online suitable for beginners?

Yes, the game is beginner-friendly with rule explanations available anytime and a CPU practice mode to hone your skills before engaging in online matches.

### Does Strategic Tic-Tac-Toe Online have ads?

Yes, Strategic Tic-Tac-Toe Online contains advertisements. You can remove them with a monthly or yearly subscription.

### What are the subscription options for Strategic Tic-Tac-Toe Online?

You can choose to remove mobile ads for $0.99 per month or $10.99 per year. These subscriptions provide an uninterrupted gaming experience.

### What devices is Strategic Tic-Tac-Toe Online available on?

Strategic Tic-Tac-Toe Online is available on iPhone and iPad devices.

### How often is Strategic Tic-Tac-Toe Online updated?

The app was last updated on April 27, 2026, with version 2026.4.27. The developer continuously improves the game based on user feedback.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.7.30 — 2026-07-30

What's new
- The streak ranking now shows this month's best win streak — it resets monthly, so everyone gets a fresh shot!
- Fixed equipped characters not displaying correctly in rankings and leagues

Thank you for playing!

### 2026.7.29 — 2026-07-29

What's new
- Fixed an issue where your equipped character (including purchased ones) could reset to the default after restarting the app

Thank you for playing!
Your reviews keep us going — thank you!

### 2026.7.26 — 2026-07-26

• You can now link an account to back up and restore your data across devices
• Minor bug fixes and stability improvements

### 2026.7.20 — 2026-07-24

MARUBA has been reborn!

- Worldwide online battles that start right away
- Rank system from 30 Kyu to 9 Dan
- Weekly League with promotions every week
- Cute characters to dress up and collect
- CPU Ladder (Lv 1-50) and puzzle stages

More updates are on the way.
Your reviews keep us going — thank you!

### 2026.4.27 — 2026-04-27

Thank you for using the app. We have made improvements and bug fixes.

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