Comparison

Chain It vs Game is Hard

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

Head to head
About

Chain It

Features
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Find the correct solution and clear the level by creating a chain reaction of game pieces. Remove all the pieces and hit all the holes to win. If you like puzzle games and logic puzzles you will love this game. GAME FEATURES - Carefully designed puzzles - Easy to learn difficult to master game design - Tons of different puzzle elements to master - Improves brain functions like problem solving, concentration, focus, attention, memory etc. HOW TO PLAY? - A LEVEL is made out of GAME PIECES. Each game piece can go in one of 4 directions. - ONLY ONE game piece can be activated. - When a game piece touches another game piece the moving game piece will destruct and the other game piece will activate. - ALIGN THE GAMEPIECES and strategically activate one to create a domino effect that clears the level. - Keep completing levels and explore new challenges and different puzzle mechanics.

About

Game is Hard

This game offers a pure brain puzzle experience with minimalist design and unexpected interactions. It challenges players with brutally tricky levels that require deep thinking and experimentation, rewarding persistence and logic.

Highlights
  • Handcrafted brain puzzle levels
  • Clever, logical solutions
  • Hints available
  • Fully offline gameplay
  • Minimalist design
  • Touch, motion, and sound mechanics
  • No scores or timers
Features
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Game is Hard is not your typical puzzle app. This is a pure brain puzzle experience designed for players who love being challenged. With its clever, minimalist style and unexpected interactions, it blends elements of brain games, logic, and device-based exploration into a collection of brutally tricky levels. Every puzzle breaks the rules — no flashy animations, no rewards for guessing. Just you, your mind, and a seemingly simple task that might hide a brilliant, almost impossible solution. Whether you’re into strategy, trivia games, or iq test challenges, Game is Hard invites you to test your patience, perception, and persistence. This is not about fast reflexes. It’s about slow, methodical progress. Some levels require silence. Others need movement. Many seem unsolvable — until they’re not. It’s a place for deep thinking and bold experimentation. Hints are available when needed, but progress is always earned. If you've enjoyed titles like brain test games, logic puzzles, IQ tests, moron test or brain teaser games, and if you love dissecting a good tricky quest, this game is for you. It rewards those who think differently — the curious, the clever, the quietly stubborn. With full support for offline games, you can play wherever and whenever you want — perfect for no wifi games, no internet games, or long travel sessions. Whether you're on airplane mode or deep underground, all puzzles remain playable. And yes — it’s hard. In fact, some say it's difficult, others call it impossible. But every puzzle is built with purpose and can be solved with logic. If you're a fan of brain training, mind games, or just enjoy testing your limits, you'll find yourself right at home. Each level acts like a black mystery, a box full of secrets waiting to be unraveled. You'll experiment with sound, light, rotation, and pressure — even waiting. This box won’t open easily. But when it does, the satisfaction is unmatched. Designed for fans of both classic and modern puzzle games, Game is Hard avoids the noise of the typical mobile fun games and focuses instead on clarity, challenge, and meaningful interaction. There’s no time pressure. No ads. No noise. Just deep puzzles that respect your intelligence. Whether you see yourself as a genius, an impulse problem-solver, or simply someone who enjoys a good brain test, this game invites you to try. And try again. And maybe… finally, succeed. Features: • Handcrafted brain puzzle levels with clever, logical solutions • Hints are available — but never obvious • Works fully offline — great for no wifi games and free play • Minimalist, flat design with zero distractions • Touch, motion, and sound-based mechanics • Built for players who enjoy hard, clever, and unusual challenges • No scores or timers— just pure gameplay Can you solve the black box? Or will it remain closed forever?

Screenshots

Chain It4 screens
Game is Hard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Chain It at none against Game is Hard's 10. Chain It also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). Game is Hard's advantage is chart position (#18 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Game is Hard sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Chain It asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chain It ships an update every 8 days, Game is Hard weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Chain It versus Game is Hard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChain ItGame is Hard
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (41K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—71.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—41K — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#18 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB267 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperCARETTA GAMES OYUN GELISTIRME TICARET ANONIM SIRKETIUNICO STUDIO

Bugs and requests

Chain It

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Game is Hard

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Progression issue after 'a star is calling' level

Requested features

2 requests
  • More levels
  • Expanded gameplay

In-app purchases

None

Chain It

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Game is Hard

One-time10
  • First Purchase Offer$0.99
  • Pack 2$2.99
  • Pack 3$4.99
Show 7 more
  • Pack 21$4.99
  • Remove Ads$6.99
  • Pack 1$6.99
  • Pack 6$7.99
  • Pack 13$9.99
  • Pack 11$11.99
  • Pack 11 New$11.99

Questions

Is Chain It free?
Chain It is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Game is Hard free?
Game is Hard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Chain It or Game is Hard have ads?
Both Chain It and Game is Hard show ads.
Which is updated more often, Chain It or Game is Hard?
Chain It ships an update every 8 days, and Game is Hard weekly. Most recently, Chain It was updated on October 27, 2026 and Game is Hard on November 8, 2026.

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