Mapnik vs Queens Puzzle
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Mapnik
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Explore the world by guessing random locations. Better guess, higher score! Play with friends or alone.
Queens Puzzle
This strategy game challenges you to place eight queens on a chessboard without them attacking each other. It features classic puzzle gameplay with added region-based constraints, multiple difficulty levels, and helpful hints. Enjoy a visually appealing and brain-training experience with immersive audio.
- Classic 8 Queens puzzle
- Region-based constraints
- Multiple difficulty levels
- In-game hints
- Vibrant graphics
- Immersive audio effects
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Introduction: Welcome to Queens Puzzle - Ultimate Strategy Game, where the classic chess and minesweeper challenge meets modern gameplay! Dive into a brain-teasing adventure that combines strategy, logic, and fun. Perfect for chess enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike. Game Features: Classic Puzzle with a Twist: Enjoy the traditional 8 Queens puzzle with added region-based constraints for extra challenge. Beautiful Graphics: Vibrant and modern design that makes gameplay visually appealing. Multiple Levels: Progress through increasingly difficult levels to become the ultimate puzzle solver. Hints: Stuck on a level? Use hints to view solutions to improve your strategy. Audio Effects: Immersive sound effects to enhance your gaming experience. Why You'll Love It: Brain Training: Sharpen your mind with challenging puzzles that require strategic thinking. Easy to Play: Simple controls and intuitive gameplay make it easy for anyone to pick up and play. Enjoy an uninterrupted gaming experience with very minimal ads. How to Play: Place the Queens: Tap on tiles to place queens onto the board. Avoid Conflicts: Ensure no two queens threaten each other by being in the same row, column, diagonal, or same color region. Clear Levels: Complete each level by placing all 8 queens correctly to unlock the next challenge.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Queens Puzzle at every 2 weeks against Mapnik's monthly. Queens Puzzle also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Mapnik ships an update monthly, Queens Puzzle every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mapnik | Queens Puzzle |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.8 (31 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 25.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 31 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 77 MB | 205 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Michal Mlejnek | Gurbrinder Singh |
In-app purchases
Mapnik
No in-app purchases
Queens Puzzle
No in-app purchases
