Comparison

GLICODE™ vs Namco UK

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

Head to head
About

GLICODE™

Learn fundamental coding concepts through a fun, interactive game using Pocky snacks. Arrange them to guide a mascot through challenges, mastering sequences, loops, and if statements. It's a unique way to introduce programming to young learners.

Highlights
  • Learn coding fundamentals
  • Use Pocky snacks as input
  • Augmented reality interaction
  • Guide mascot through levels
  • Teaches sequences, loops, and if statements
  • Engaging and fun learning
Features
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GLICODE TM turns every packet of Pocky into a bite-sized coding lesson. By laying out Pocky in the right order, you can use Japan’s (and the world's) favourite snacks to learn algorithmic thinking in a fun and engaging way. Take control of Glico's mascot HUG HUG as he makes his way around an imaginary world, trying to spread happiness. You will need to learn different coding functions to help him navigate a range of levels so he can make his way to a child in need of a smile. [WHAT YOU CAN LEARN] By arranging Pocky in different sequences you can learn three basic coding fundamentals: ・SEQUENCES ・LOOPS ・'IF' STATEMENTS [EQUIPMENT REQUIRED] 1. "GLICODE" App Download the "GLICODE" app from App Store. 2. Snacks All you need to play "GLICODE" is a regular packet of Chocolate Pocky. As the levels progress they will become harder to test you on what you've learnt. Remember to save a few extra Pocky for the difficult levels - you'll need them! 3. Placemat For the best results make sure the snacks are placed on a plain white background. Use a white placemat, paper or plate to lay your snacks out on. [INSTRUCTIONS] 1. Line up your snacks. Remember not to place them too close together. 2. Capture. Use your phone’s camera to take a picture of your snack sequence from above. 3. Test your sequence. Hit the play button to see your code executed as HUG HUG moves through the course. 4. Eat your delicious code. If you pass the level you can eat your delicious code and get ready for the next challenge. *Be mindful of hygiene - we recommend you wash your hands before playing with your snacks. *Please make sure your white placemat is clean. [Adopted by school lesson program with MIC!] In Japan "GLICODE" was adopted by "Popularization of Programming education for young segment" program supported by Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications in 2016. Elementary school teachers are using this app as a tool in the classroom to teach the basics of programming to early elementary school kids. GLICODE TM is a free educational app that teaches children about the principles of coding - with Pocky! GLICODE TM is a trademark of the programming education app by Ezaki Glico.

About

Namco UK

Features
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Take your courses on your mobile device, send & receive messages, access bookshelf resources and so much more.

Screenshots

GLICODE™4 screens
Namco UK4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: GLICODE™ at every 4 months against Namco UK's every 13 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GLICODE™ ships an update every 4 months, Namco UK every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on August 11, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
GLICODE™ versus Namco UK: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGLICODE™Namco UK
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (66 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews31.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings66 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 13 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better11.4
Further details — not scored
Size1.1 GB82 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperEZAKI GLICO CO.,LTD.Namco UK Limited

In-app purchases

None

GLICODE™

No in-app purchases

None

Namco UK

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GLICODE™ free?
GLICODE™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Namco UK free?
Namco UK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do GLICODE™ or Namco UK have ads?
Neither GLICODE™ nor Namco UK shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GLICODE™ or Namco UK?
GLICODE™ ships an update every 4 months, and Namco UK every 13 months. Most recently, GLICODE™ was updated on August 11, 2026 and Namco UK on September 8, 2026.

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