Comparison

Pentix Nova vs CrosSolve

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

Head to head
About

Pentix Nova

Experience a fresh take on a classic block-dropping puzzle game. Arrange falling pieces to complete lines and clear them, aiming for high scores or completing specific objectives. Enjoy customizable controls and various difficulty levels in this reimagined brick blast experience.

Highlights
  • Arrange falling pieces to clear lines
  • Endless game mode
  • Objective-based levels
  • Campaign progression
  • Customizable controls
  • Stash pieces for later use
Features
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Reimagination and a remake of the immortal classic. Arrange the falling pieces to fill up and clear the lines. Clear as many lines as possible to advance through levels or complete various objectives. This game is inspired by the four brick falling blocks games. But instead of easy four brick pieces, where the name Tetra comes from, this game uses five bricks pieces, thus the name Penta. Of course, you are not limited to either set of pieces. Play any combination you would like and consider more fun. Fun question: Do you see the black dots when you are looking at the game title screen? Do you think they are there? Features: - Play an endless game or complete objectives. - Play individual levels or progress through the campaign. - Smooth and customizable controls. - Various difficulty levels. Controls: The controls were designed to make the gameplay smooth and enjoyable. Below are the few highlights that make this game stand out. - Tap with the second finger or swipe down to drop the piece. Of course, you can use the "Drop" buttons too. - Swipe up to stash the piece and use it later in the game. This allows for more strategic play. Privacy policy: https://akatek.biz/apps/pentix_nova/privacy_policy Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

About

CrosSolve

Features
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Welcome to Crossolve: Crack the Code, the ultimate cryptogram puzzle game designed to test your logic, train your brain, and uncover words of wisdom! In Crossolve, every level is a secret cipher waiting to be broken. Each letter in the hidden message has been substituted with another. Your mission is to use pattern recognition, deductive logic, and vocabulary to decipher the code and reveal the hidden text. Whether you are a daily crossword solver, a sudoku master, or just someone looking for a fun mental workout, Crossolve offers hours of brain-teasing entertainment. CORE FEATURES: • THE STARTER PACK: Perfect for beginners! Learn the ropes with a massive collection of easy, classic cryptograms. Work your way through 5 unique phases to master the art of decryption. • GENIUS MINDS: Ready for a real challenge? Save up your coins to unlock this premium master pack and decode inspiring, profound quotes from history’s greatest thinkers, philosophers, and leaders. • EARN REWARDS: Successfully cracking a code isn't just satisfying—it pays! Earn coins for every puzzle you solve and use them to unlock new phases and premium content. • SMART HINTS: Stuck on a tough word or a tricky letter combination? Use your hints to reveal the correct letter and keep your streak alive. Use your dedicated hint lightbulbs or spend your hard-earned coins to get a quick boost. • BEAUTIFUL DESIGN: Enjoy a sleek, modern, distraction-free dark mode interface that lets you focus entirely on solving the puzzle. Download Crossolve today, sharpen your mind, and see if you have what it takes to crack the code! https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Pentix Nova4 screens
CrosSolve4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Pentix Nova at 14.0 against CrosSolve's 17.6. 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. Pentix Nova sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and CrosSolve sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Pentix Nova versus CrosSolve: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPentix NovaCrosSolve
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (14K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews47.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings14K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB5 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperAkaTek LLCosman Yildiz

Bugs and requests

Pentix Nova

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Goal line disappearing in adventure mode
  • Pieces teleporting and rotating unexpectedly
  • Drop button functionality issues after updates
  • Game progress not saved when switching apps
  • Compatibility issues on older devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to rotate pieces both ways
  • Implement variable drop speed
  • Provide an ad-free paid version
  • Add more levels and challenges
  • Improve overall control scheme

CrosSolve

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pentix Nova

One-time2
  • Unlock All Levels$3.99
  • Remove Ads$4.99
6 purchases

CrosSolve

One-time6
  • Hint Pack 1: 25 Hints$0.99
  • CoinsPack 1: 500 Coins$0.99
  • Hint Packages 2: 75 Hints$1.99
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  • Coins Pack 2: 1,200 Coins$1.99
  • Remove Ads$3.99
  • Coins Pack 3: 3500 Coins$4.99

Questions

Is Pentix Nova free?
Pentix Nova is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CrosSolve free?
CrosSolve is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pentix Nova or CrosSolve have ads?
Both Pentix Nova and CrosSolve show ads.

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