Comparison

Chessplode vs Space Ball

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

Head to head
About

Chessplode

This app offers a unique twist on chess where capturing a piece causes others in the same line and column to explode. It's designed to be fun and accessible, even for those who aren't skilled at traditional chess, offering both single-player and multiplayer modes.

Highlights
  • Exploding pieces on capture
  • Real-time multiplayer battles
  • User-created levels
  • Local multiplayer mode
  • AI opponent practice
  • Customizable color themes
Features
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Chessplode is modern chess for everyone, it makes chess fun even if you're bad ¯\_(ツ)_/¯, one simply move... can change all game. -- THE MODERN RULE -- Chessplode is pretty much like chess with a really BIG twist... - CAPTURE a piece and everything in the same LINE and COLUMN will EXPLODE... - But if a KING is in that LINE or COLUMN it will be a really *boring* chess capture (no explosions) -- THINK DIFF... *DISTINCT* -- This rule is pretty tricky, in regular chess you need to defend your KING, but in Chessplode it can save your pieces. Remember, you can't capture some pieces because you could get check. Sometimes you will checkmate capturing a piece that explodes. And other you will be afraid of having several pieces in the same line or column...(POP!) -- FRIENDS (Who love chess) REVIEW -- They find Chessplode a great challenge and love how they need to change the old way of thinking even if they are winning... a bad move and they will run out of pieces. -- FRIENDS (Who *meh* chess) REVIEW -- Chess + Explosions... you got my attention. Some of these friends were casual chess players and others didn't really feel the attraction for chess. Both find Chessplode a really fun game. When they were playing regular chess they were not good, now they are the kings of the hill. -- FEATURES -- * FREE TO PLAY * Realtime chess battles multiplayer with people around the world. * In multiplayer you can send an emoji (to express your feelings) with every move you submit. Instant fun! * Play Levels created for other players, you can find really madness here, but you can undo your move... everyone can make a mistake. * Create your own custom Level and submit it to everyone can play it. Challenge the world! * Try local multiplayer battles with friends in the same device. Head to head! * Practice playing versus Ziri. * A lot of different color themes, play day and night with your favourite colors. Thank you for playing "Chessplode"! I really hope you enjoy it as much as I did making it ;) Support: Are you having problems? http://twitter.com/juaxma http://twitter.com/chessplode hello@juan.ma Privacy Policy: http://juan.ma/chessplode/privacypolicy/ AppPreview Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music/track/jazzy-frenchy © Juan Manuel Altamirano Argudo / juan.ma

About

Space Ball

Features
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Space Ball is a cosmic arcade game of reaction and precision. Start with a single tap and catch the rhythm: hit after hit, combo after combo! How to play: 1) Tap Start to begin. 2) Tap the screen at the right moment to hit the ball. 3) Score points and keep your streak to boost the multiplier. 4) Missed? Tap Try Again and improve your result. 5) Pause anytime and continue later. Features: • Simple one-hand controls. • Quick sessions: perfect for a minute break or a high-score chase. • Smooth animation and an atmospheric space look. • Rising difficulty and a clear sense of progress each level. Test your reflexes and set a new personal best in Space Ball! Privacy Policy: https://ship-me-trend.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://ship-me-trend.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Chessplode4 screens
Space Ball4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Space Ball at none against Chessplode's 5. Space Ball also leads on ads (none vs shown). Chessplode's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence 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. Chessplode sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Space Ball asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chessplode ships an update every 2 weeks, Space Ball every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Chessplode versus Space Ball: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChessplodeSpace Ball
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (574 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews61.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings574 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size86 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJuan Manuel Altamirano ArgudoSHIP ME TREND LTD

Bugs and requests

Chessplode

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Won't open or get stuck on certain screens
  • Issues with king movement and checkmate detection
  • Crashes and freezes, especially when AI is thinking
  • AI issues with thinking and repeating moves

Requested features

9 requests
  • Add local multiplayer mode
  • Add classic chess mode
  • Add more basic puzzles
  • Add ability to go back to previous levels
  • Add option to remove explosions
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  • Add Repetition end-condition
  • Add Resign button
  • Add themed boards
  • Add online levels and multiplayer

Space Ball

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Chessplode

One-time5
  • +100 Undos$0.99
  • Generous Tip$0.99
  • Massive Tip$1.99
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  • INFINITE UNDOS$1.99
  • Amazing Tip$2.99
None

Space Ball

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chessplode free?
Chessplode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Space Ball free?
Space Ball is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Chessplode or Space Ball have ads?
Chessplode shows ads; Space Ball does not.
Which is updated more often, Chessplode or Space Ball?
Chessplode ships an update every 2 weeks, and Space Ball every 3 weeks. Most recently, Chessplode was updated on November 6, 2026 and Space Ball on October 31, 2026.

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