red (game) vs DotAndBoxClash
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
red (game)
This puzzle game challenges players to turn the entire screen red across 50 unique levels. Each level presents a distinct logical puzzle to solve. Hints are available via a light bulb icon if you get stuck.
- 50 unique puzzle levels
- Logic-based gameplay
- In-game hints available
- Ad-free hint experience with purchase
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The sequel to my 'yellow' game is here! Can you make the screen red in 50 levels? Each level has its own logic. Do you need help? Use the light bulb button that will appear after a while in the top right of each level to get a hint. There are multiple hints for each level. With the in-app purchase you will not get ads before the hints. Enjoy! @BartBonte
DotAndBoxClash
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Dots & Boxes is a fun and strategic 2-player duel where every line counts! Take turns connecting two adjacent dots to complete boxes. Whenever you create a box, you claim it and score a point—and get another turn. Think ahead, make smart moves, and try to create more boxes than your opponent. When the board is full, the player with the most boxes wins the duel. Simple to learn, exciting to play, and challenging to master!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DotAndBoxClash at none against red (game)'s 1. DotAndBoxClash also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). red (game)'s advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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
Both are free to download. red (game) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DotAndBoxClash asks for nothing beyond the download.
red (game) ships an update every 4 months, DotAndBoxClash every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | red (game) | DotAndBoxClash |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (517 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 93.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 517 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bart BONTE | KMSOFT |
Bugs and requests
red (game)
Reported bugs
3 issues- Level 48 is nearly impossible to complete
- Hint system not working on some levels
- Crashes or freezes on certain devices
Requested features
4 requests- More color variations or sequels
- Ability to reset levels
- Improved hint system
- Additional difficulty settings
DotAndBoxClash
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
red (game)
- premium unlock$2.49
DotAndBoxClash
No in-app purchases
