Comparison

Tactical Checkers vs Neo Chess Arena

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

Head to head
About

Tactical Checkers

This challenging strategy game features simple rules but deep complexity. Play against the computer at various skill levels or challenge a friend. Master tactics like double attacks and zugzwang to outwit your opponent.

Highlights
  • Play against computer AI
  • Two-player local mode
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • Learn advanced tactics
  • Simple rules, deep strategy
  • Offline gameplay
Features
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The rules are simple for this challenging game, but one misstep and it's all over. The computer at its expert level is beatable, but not easily. * You can play a complete game while waiting in line at the grocery store! * You have the choice of playing another human or the computer. * Learn by playing the computer, and then beat your friends convincingly! * The game is quite complex despite the apparent simplicity. * The computer can play at any of four levels from the easily beatable Novice up to the quite potent Expert. Expert is actually beatable, despite being able to search 9 moves ahead. But to win you must play exceptionally well. Pieces move horizontally or vertically (not diagonally) one square at a time, and there is no jumping. If you're a seasoned chess or checker player you will notice related aspects of the tactics in those games to the tactics here. Double attacks play a big role as does the concept of zugzwang (the unpleasant obligation to move). A later version will offer the option of Guru - which plays an absolutely perfect game and cannot be beaten with either color. The app contains a great deal of information about how to play Tactical Checkers well. Tactical Checkers derives from the game of Tac Tickle originally developed by Harry Ruderman in the 1960's. If you like Tactical Checkers, you will definitely like Circular Connect Four also available on the App Store. If you have suggestions or comments on the game, please use the email option included in the app to contact us - we really would love to hear from you! And if you enjoy Tactical Checkers, please leave us a rating or review!

About

Neo Chess Arena

Features
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Step into Neo Chess Arena, a modern chess experience built for players who love strategy, competition, and clean gameplay. Play focused chess matches, think ahead, protect your king, and outsmart your opponent with every move. Whether you are learning the game, practicing tactics, or looking for a quick competitive match, Neo Chess Arena gives you a smooth and simple way to enjoy chess anytime. Features: • Clean, modern chess design • Fast and focused gameplay • Strategic matches that reward smart decisions • Easy controls for quick play • Built for casual players and serious chess fans • A polished arena-style experience Neo Chess Arena is designed to make every match feel sharp, competitive, and exciting. Challenge your mind, improve your strategy, and enjoy chess in a fresh new way. Download Neo Chess Arena and enter the board. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Tactical Checkers4 screens
Neo Chess Arena3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tactical Checkers at none against Neo Chess Arena's 1. Tactical Checkers also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.1). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neo Chess Arena sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per month. Tactical Checkers asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Tactical Checkers versus Neo Chess Arena: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTactical CheckersNeo Chess Arena
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDavid P. SumnerMohamed Fadelelmoula

In-app purchases

None

Tactical Checkers

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Neo Chess Arena

Subscriptions1
  • NeoChess Premium$5.991 Month

Questions

Is Tactical Checkers free?
Tactical Checkers is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Neo Chess Arena free?
Neo Chess Arena is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Tactical Checkers or Neo Chess Arena have ads?
Neo Chess Arena shows ads; Tactical Checkers does not.

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