Othello レトロー vs Makruk ™
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Othello レトロー
Experience the classic strategy game with an 80s retro aesthetic. Enjoy multiple AI difficulty levels and choose between 2D and 3D visual perspectives. Perfect for quick matches or in-depth play.
- 80s retro style graphics
- Multiple AI difficulty levels
- 2D and 3D view options
- Classic strategy gameplay
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Othello game in 80's retro style with multiple AI levels, supports 2D and 3D view.
Makruk ™
Experience the traditional Thai Chess game, Makruk, on your mobile device. Play against AI opponents with adjustable difficulty, customize your game, and compete on a global leaderboard. Save your progress and enjoy timed matches.
- 5 AI difficulty levels
- Interactive board editor
- Customizable game elements
- Global leaderboard
- Save and resume gameplay
- Timed gameplay mode
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Immerse yourself in the rich history and tradition of Makruk, fondly known as Thai Chess. Stemming from the ancient Indian game of chaturanga from the 6th-century, Makruk carries the legacy of a game that inspired modern chess. Experience the beauty of this time-honored game right on your phone. Whether it's a cozy family game night or a solo challenge against AI opponents, Makruk promises endless hours of strategic play. Think you've got the skills? Test your mettle against our advanced AI – it won't be easy to outsmart the best! Climb the ranks by earning experience points for each AI you conquer, with greater rewards for tougher challenges. Stellar Features Include: 5 AI Levels: From Novice to Grandmaster! Interactive Board Editor Personalize Your Game: Custom boards, pieces, avatars, and themes Global Leaderboard: Rise to the top and showcase your prowess! Share Memorable Matches with Friends Save & Resume: Never lose your progress Race Against the Clock: Timed gameplay for the adrenaline junkies! Discover the allure of Makruk today and embark on a chess journey like no other!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Makruk ™ at none against Othello レトロー's shown. Makruk ™ also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (60 vs 4). Othello レトロー's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Othello レトロー sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Makruk ™ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Makruk ™ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Makruk ™ has 60 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Othello レトロー ships an update every 4 days, Makruk ™ every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on June 9, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Othello レトロー | Makruk ™ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (4 ratings) | 4.8 (60 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 60 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 10 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 68 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sirawat Pulsree | VM Mobile Team |
Customer experience
Othello レトロー
Makruk ™
In-app purchases
Othello レトロー
- Remove Ads$1.99
Makruk ™
- Premium$3.99
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