# running roach vs Blocky Hockey

The clearest difference is rating: Blocky Hockey at 4.3 against running roach's 3.0. Blocky Hockey also leads on ratings volume (918 vs 2). running roach's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Blocky Hockey sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. running roach asks for nothing beyond the download.

Blocky Hockey holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Blocky Hockey has 918 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | running roach | Blocky Hockey |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-roach/id1033155317/reviews) | **[4.3 (918 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blocky-hockey/id1069787152/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **918** |
| Positive reviews | — | 62.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 MB | 181 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.4** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Valentin Tsimbalyuk](https://appshunter.io/developer/325299686) | [Full Fat Productions Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/374306144) |

## What reviewers say

### running roach

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/running-roach/id1033155317)

Bet on cockroach races in this unique game. Predict which cockroach will cross the finish line first in thrilling races. Experience the excitement of high-stakes insect competition.

**Highlights:** Cockroach racing, Betting system, Unique game concept, Simple gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Blocky Hockey

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blocky-hockey/id1069787152)

Experience fast-paced hockey action with quick swipes to outmaneuver opponents and score goals. Engage in brawls, build a unique team of over 50 characters, and compete for the Hockey Cup. Test your reaction time and aim for leaderboard victory.

**Highlights:** Fast-paced ice skating, Score goals, Engage in brawls, Build a team, Unlock 50+ characters, Leaderboard competition

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #Boston | $0.99 | one-time |
| #Chicago | $0.99 | one-time |
| #Pittsburgh | $0.99 | one-time |
| #Shark | $0.99 | one-time |
| #Duck | $0.99 | one-time |
| #Snowman | $0.99 | one-time |
| #Lumberjack | $0.99 | one-time |
| #Speed | $0.99 | one-time |
| #Yeti | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🏒 Fun hockey game
- 👍 Simple and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Blocky, retro-style graphics
- 💰 Free to play

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Too many ads
- 🤬 Ads disrupt gameplay
- 🔒 Paid version still has ads
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🤯 Extremely difficult to score goals

**Reported bugs**

- Power bar and number in the corner disappear during gameplay
- Pucks don't go through the five-hole (space between goalie's pads)
- Game crashes when reaching championship levels

**Requested features**

- Add new teams like Vegas Golden Knights and Seattle Kraken
- Introduce new gameplay modes like goalie mode or shootouts
- Allow customization of sticks, pucks, and jerseys
- Implement a career mode or progression system


## Frequently asked questions

### Is running roach free?

running roach is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Blocky Hockey free?

Blocky Hockey is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, running roach or Blocky Hockey?

Blocky Hockey is rated higher. running roach averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Blocky Hockey averages 4.3 from 918 ratings.

### Do running roach or Blocky Hockey have ads?

Blocky Hockey shows ads; running roach does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*