Comparison

Blocky XMAS vs zero

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

Head to head
About

Blocky XMAS

A festive block puzzle game where players guide a magnetic star block to arrange Christmas tree blocks. Swipe to move the star, and watch other blocks magnetically follow. Conquer 40 challenging levels to complete the holiday puzzles.

Highlights
  • Christmas-themed block puzzles
  • Magnetic block mechanics
  • 40 challenging levels
  • Swipe-to-move gameplay
  • Intuitive puzzle solving
Features
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A Christmas themed blocky puzzle game with 40 levels. Can you get all the Christmas tree blocks into place in this blocky puzzle game for you? How to play? When you swipe anywhere on the screen, you move the star block. But the star block is magnetic, so all other blocks will stick to the star block. Now try to get all the blocks into place! @BartBonte

About

zero

Challenge your mind with unique logic puzzles where the goal is to represent the number zero. Explore creative challenges, experimental gameplay mechanics, and a minimalistic aesthetic. Enjoy relaxing music as you progress through increasingly difficult levels.

Highlights
  • Unique puzzle levels
  • Experimental gameplay mechanics
  • Minimalistic graphic aesthetics
  • Relaxing background music
  • Progressive difficulty and training
  • Logic and creative challenges
Features
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Players will have to go through unique levels to achieve the main goal - to form a representation of the number zero in each level. Challenge your mind with creative challenges that combine logic with exciting game mechanics. As you progress, the concept of zero will become your guiding star, shaping your every move and decision. Your mind will be thoroughly tested at every level. Mixing exciting logic puzzles and unique challenges, this game offers you an experience like no other. The quest for zero becomes not just a goal, but a journey of self-discovery and mental prowess. Each level offers unique puzzles that require different logic skills. No two levels are the same, promising the player a constant sense of newness. In the pursuit of zero, you will encounter twists and turns that will keep you engaged and enthralled. - Unique Levels: Each level has its own unique mechanics that relate to players through respective challenges. Specially designed puzzles for each level constantly provide a sense of novelty and interest. Discover the myriad ways in which zero can be achieved, each level presenting a fresh perspective on the concept. - Experimental Gameplay Mechanics: Try out various gameplay mechanics such as rotation, movement, combination of elements, and many others. Any mechanics is a fascinating experiment for the mind. Experimentation is key as you navigate through the intricate puzzles, exploring the boundaries of zero and beyond. - Graphic Aesthetics: The game's visual, minimalistic style reflects an aesthetic of logic and creativity. Bright and contrasting colors create visual pleasure on different levels, stimulating the player's mind and imagination. Immerse yourself in a world where visual elegance meets the enigmatic allure of zero. - Relaxing Background Music: Solve puzzles while listening to relaxing background music. Let the melodies guide you as you strive to achieve "zero".The soothing tunes provide a backdrop to your journey, calming your nerves as you face each challenge head-on. - The difficulty is in the variety of models: The difficulty gradually increases, giving players the opportunity to gradually master new mechanics. This creates an exciting balance between accessibility and challenge. With each level, the quest for zero becomes more arduous, pushing you to the limits of your logical capabilities. - Progressive training: A progressive learning system helps players master new mechanics and unlock the ability to create the number zero in more challenging environments. Experience the thrill of mastering each level and achieving zero with finesse. Let the journey mold you into a true master of "zero", conquering every obstacle in your path. Can you complete all the levels? Can you get through without a single hint? Are you ready to embrace the challenge of forming zero in every puzzle? Let your journey to "zero" begin now!

Screenshots

Blocky XMAS4 screens
zero4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: zero at none against Blocky XMAS's 1. zero also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). Blocky XMAS's advantage is ratings volume (34 vs 6) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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. Blocky XMAS sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. zero asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Blocky XMAS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Blocky XMAS has 34 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Blocky XMAS ships an update every 7 months, zero every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Blocky XMAS versus zero: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlocky XMASzero
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (34 ratings) — better4.8 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings34 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB140 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperBart BONTERaul Davrishev

Customer experience

Blocky XMAS

All ratings34 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

zero

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Blocky XMAS

One-time1
  • premium unlock$2.49
None

zero

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Blocky XMAS free?
Blocky XMAS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is zero free?
zero is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Blocky XMAS or zero?
Blocky XMAS is rated higher. Blocky XMAS averages 5.0 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while zero averages 4.8 from 6 ratings.
Do Blocky XMAS or zero have ads?
Both Blocky XMAS and zero show ads.
Which is updated more often, Blocky XMAS or zero?
Blocky XMAS ships an update every 7 months, and zero every 2 months. Most recently, Blocky XMAS was updated on October 20, 2026 and zero on October 21, 2026.

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