Lateral Runner vs Sqube
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Lateral Runner
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reach the end of the level
Sqube
Embark on a mysterious adventure in a dark, atmospheric world. Solve intricate puzzles using a clone ally and engage in action-packed combat with a single weapon. Uncover secrets about yourself and the strange environment.
- Intriguing story and atmosphere
- Strategic puzzle-solving with a clone
- Action-packed combat with shooting
- Minimalist and immersive design
- Intuitive touch controls
- Uncover secrets and explore
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Story and Atmosphere Sqube: The Beginning takes you on an intriguing journey through a mysterious and dark world. As you start this adventure, unaware of who you are or where you come from, the world around you grows more complex with each step. As you progress, you will uncover secrets about both this strange world and yourself. Along the way, your clone will be your greatest ally, but it won't always be clear who you can trust. The mystery deepens as you move forward. Gameplay Sqube combines clever puzzle-solving with intense action. You will need to work strategically with your clone to overcome obstacles, solve intricate puzzles, and make progress. Your clone will help you reach hard-to-access areas and outsmart dangerous situations. But it’s not all about puzzles—along the way, you'll encounter enemies that you'll need to defeat using your single weapon. The game offers the thrill of action with satisfying shooting moments, blending strategy and reflexes to create a unique experience. Design Sqube features a minimalist and immersive design that pulls you into a world filled with mystery and discovery. The game's dark and atmospheric aesthetic encourages exploration, with each level offering new challenges and secrets to uncover. Every structure you encounter hints at the depth of the story, drawing you deeper into the world. Controls Sqube offers intuitive touch controls designed for mobile devices, allowing you to smoothly navigate your character and clone. You’ll need sharp timing and careful planning to solve puzzles and defeat enemies. The controls are simple to understand, yet provide strategic depth, ensuring that both your intellect and reflexes are tested throughout the game.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Sqube at none against Lateral Runner's shown. Lateral Runner's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Lateral Runner ships an update every 17 months, Sqube every 19 months. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Lateral Runner | Sqube |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months — better | Every 19 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 180 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Marco Andreotti | RH POZITIF TEKNOLOJI AS |
In-app purchases
Lateral Runner
No in-app purchases
Sqube
No in-app purchases









