Comparison

Smartivity Magico vs Eclipse

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

Head to head
About

Smartivity Magico

Features
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IMPORTANT: This is a FREE companion app for Smartivity Magico activity. This app requires Magico Stand and Letter, Number, and Shape Tiles. It will NOT WORK without the Magico set. Smartivity Magico is available on www.smartivity.com , www.amazon.in and various retailers such as Hamley's etc. Magico is an educational and fun app which presents the child with basics of Maths, Spellings, and Shapes in the form of engaging games and activities. Transform your smartphone into a powerful educational tool for your child and elevate the passive screen-time to constructive, learning time. The games and activities included in the app are- 1. Number recognition. 2. Addition. 3. Letter recognition. 4. Spellings. 5. Shape recognition. 6. Shape identification. 7. Colour recognition. HOW DOES IT WORK? Magico blends cutting edge Computer Vision technology with sensory play to deliver a magical, mind-body engagement-focussed experience that next generation demands and deserves. Place your smartphone on the Magico stand and open the app. The app presents a series of games and activities which your child can interact with, using the tiles provided in the box. Different tiles are provided for different activities which are recognised by the app. This is AI driven learning at its best, just like having your personal AI tutor. It's magic! Intuitive sounds, visuals and a kid friendly interface make sure that your child finds it easy to browse through the app. HOW TO USE IT? 1. Assemble the Magico stand. 2. Install the Magico app on your smartphone. 3. Give the permissions to the app by tapping the ‘ALLOW’ button. 4. Place your Smartphone on the Magico stand. 5. Slide the Magico Hat onto the stand. 6. Tap any game to launch it. 7. Place the appropriate tiles on the white area of the board to play. 8. If the answer is correct, the next activity will appear. Else, the app will ask you to answer correctly. TIPS: 1. Ensure that the Tiles are placed in the Play Area (white coloured area) only. 2. Ensure that the Magico Hat is placed in such a way that it rests snugly and straight on top of your smartphone. 3. Ensure that the lighting is appropriate and the surroundings are well lit. 4. Make sure that you update the app regularly. Keep the play area neat and clean. HAVE FUN!

About

Eclipse

Lead a vast interstellar civilization in a strategic 4X game. Explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate your rivals to achieve galactic domination. Features customizable species, technologies, and ship designs for a unique experience.

Highlights
  • Official board game adaptation
  • Deep 4X gameplay
  • Customizable species, tech, and ships
  • Up to 6 players (human/AI)
  • Asynchronous multiplayer
  • In-game tutorial
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The galaxy has been a peaceful place for many years. After the ruthless Terran–Hegemony War, much effort has been employed by all major spacefaring species to prevent the terrifying events from repeating themselves. The Galactic Council was formed to enforce precious peace, and it has taken many courageous efforts to prevent the escalation of malicious acts. Nevertheless, tension and discord are growing among the seven major species and in the Council itself. Old alliances are shattering, and hasty diplomatic treaties are made in secrecy. A confrontation of the superpowers seems inevitable—only the outcome of the galactic conflict remains to be seen. Which faction will emerge victorious and lead the galaxy under its rule? The shadows of the great civilizations are about to eclipse the galaxy. A game of Eclipse Second Dawn places you in control of a vast interstellar civilization, competing for success with its rivals. You will explore new star systems, research technologies, and build mighty spaceships. There are many potential paths to victory, so you need to plan your strategy considering the strengths and weaknesses of your species, while paying attention to the other civilizations' endeavors. Eclipse other civilizations and lead your people to victory! Exciting Gameplay: Challenge AI opponents or play against friends in real-time or turn-based. Tutorial & Help: Whether you're an experienced Eclipse player or a beginner, the game features a detailed tutorial that walks you through the basics step-by-step. Online Domination: The Eclipse app allows you to compete against friends or rivals from around the world. The app gives you the opportunity to compete with players from all over the world. The "Eclipse-2nd Dawn" app has been carefully designed to seamlessly bring the charm of the board game to your device. The intuitive interface ensures a smooth gaming experience for both experienced players and novices. This is the new version, which corresponds to the original board game "Eclipse - 2nd Dawn for the Galaxy" that makes the gameplay even more diverse and challenging. FEATURES * Official iOS version of the 'Eclipse - Second Dawn for the Galaxy' boardgame * Deep and challenging 4X (eXplore, eXpand, eXploit, and eXterminate) gameplay * 7 species with different strengths and weaknesses * Customizable star systems, technology tree and ship designs * Up to 6 players (human or AI) * Asynchronous multiplayer with push notifications * 3 AI difficulty levels * In-game tutorial & manual Eclipse received multiple awards: Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy 2021 Geek Media Awards Game of the Year for Experienced Gamers Winner 2021 Geek Media Awards Game of the Year for Experienced Gamers Nominee 2020 Charles S. Roberts Best SciFi Fantasy Board Wargame Winner 2020 Charles S. Roberts Best SciFi Fantasy Board Wargame Nominee Eclipse base game * 2011 Charles S. Roberts Best Science-Fiction or Fantasy Board Wargame Nominee * 2011 Jogo do Ano Nominee * 2012 Golden Geek Board Game of the Year Winner * 2012 Golden Geek Golden Geek Best Strategy Board Game Winner * 2012 International Gamers Award - General Strategy: Multi-player Nominee * 2012 JoTa Best Gamer Game Audience Award * 2012 JUG Game of the Year Winner * 2012 Ludoteca Ideale Winner * 2012 Lys Passioné Winner * 2012 Tric Trac Nominee

Screenshots

Smartivity Magico4 screens
Eclipse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Smartivity Magico at Free against Eclipse's $9.99. Smartivity Magico also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 12.0). On update cadence, 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

Smartivity Magico is free to download; Eclipse costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Smartivity Magico versus Eclipse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartivity MagicoEclipse
PriceFree — better$9.99
Rating—3.2 (15 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—36.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—15 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size323 MB157 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperSmartivityBrettspielWelt

In-app purchases

None

Smartivity Magico

No in-app purchases

None

Eclipse

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Smartivity Magico free?
Smartivity Magico is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Eclipse free?
Eclipse costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Smartivity Magico or Eclipse have ads?
Neither Smartivity Magico nor Eclipse shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Smartivity Magico or Eclipse?
Smartivity Magico ships an update every 3 months, and Eclipse every 3 months. Most recently, Smartivity Magico was updated on October 9, 2026 and Eclipse on October 10, 2026.

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