Comparison

black (game) vs BlockRiser

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

Head to head
About

black (game)

Solve 50 unique puzzle levels by making the entire screen black. Each level presents a distinct logical challenge. Hints are available to guide you through the game.

Highlights
  • 50 unique puzzle levels
  • Each level has its own logic
  • Hint system available
  • Ad-free hint option via in-app purchase
  • Part of a color puzzle game series
Features
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The sequel to my 'yellow' and 'red' games is here! Can you make the screen black 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. This is the third game in my color puzzle series. There are already 7 color games each with 50 new levels. Enjoy! @BartBonte

About

BlockRiser

Features
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BlockRiser is a puzzle game where you switch the colors of rising blocks, connect matching colors, and clear them before the stack reaches its limit. It is easy to pick up, but the order of your moves, your timing, and the way you build chains can greatly change the outcome, giving the game lasting depth. In Stage Mode, the rules and board conditions gradually change as you progress. The core mechanics stay simple and intuitive, while each new stage asks for a different kind of decision-making and strategy. Attack Mode offers a more intense style of play with a focus on performance and replayability. Take on score-based challenges or aim for longer chains in modes designed for quick retries and competitive runs. Features Simple and intuitive puzzle gameplay based on switching colors and clearing connected blocks Stage Mode with changing conditions and steadily evolving challenge Attack modes including Score Attack and Chain Attack Clear visual design and easy-to-understand rules for smooth, repeatable play Great for short sessions while still offering room for strategy and mastery Simple to learn, satisfying to improve. BlockRiser is a rising block puzzle game built for both quick play and deeper challenge.

Screenshots

black (game)4 screens
BlockRiser2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BlockRiser at none against black (game)'s 1. BlockRiser also leads on ads (none vs shown). black (game)'s advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). 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. black (game) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BlockRiser asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
black (game) versus BlockRiser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterblack (game)BlockRiser
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (548 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews95.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings548 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB22 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperBart BONTEHida Kazuhiko

Bugs and requests

black (game)

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Level 46 glitching
  • Inability to update consent settings

Requested features

3 requests
  • More color-themed games (e.g. orange, purple, white)
  • Option to skip levels
  • Ability to reset game progress

BlockRiser

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

black (game)

One-time1
  • premium unlock$2.49
None

BlockRiser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is black (game) free?
black (game) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BlockRiser free?
BlockRiser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do black (game) or BlockRiser have ads?
black (game) shows ads; BlockRiser does not.

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