Decoder vs Takeover
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Decoder
This app assists players in solving the Mastermind logic game. It helps narrow down possible solutions by analyzing your guesses and their scores. Continue inputting your game progress until only one solution remains.
- Mastermind game solver
- Input guesses and scores
- Reduces possible solutions
- Guides to single solution
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This is NOT another mastermind look alike game. However, if you like to play mastermind, you would want to get this application. This application helps you solve the mastermind game. Use the first picker to select a guess. Then select the score you got for that guess on the second picker and click Decode. The application will determine the remaining possible solutions. The number of remaining possible solution is shown on the toolbar. Repeat the above steps until one solution is left.
Takeover
A rebuilt strategy classic offering 600 adventure levels and offline multiplayer. Conquer territories, unlock tokens, and master tactics with modern visuals and smooth gameplay. Play anywhere, even without internet.
- 600 adventure levels
- Offline multiplayer (Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Direct)
- Local pass-and-play mode
- Modern visuals and animations
- Strategic territory control gameplay
- No internet required for multiplayer
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NEW FOR 2025: Takeover – Completely Rebuilt Strategy Classic Experience the legendary strategy game like never before. Takeover has been rebuilt from the ground up with 600 all-new adventure levels, offline multiplayer, and stunning modern visuals. GAME MODES • Solo Adventure: 600 levels across 10 unique worlds • Nearby Multiplayer: Play offline with Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Direct • Local Game: Pass-and-play on one device • Multiple AI difficulty levels and board sizes ADVENTURE MODE Face off against cunning AI opponents as you conquer 600 increasingly challenging levels. Unlock animated tokens, master strategic patterns, and prove your tactical skills against The Gambler, The Brawler, and The Guardian. NO INTERNET REQUIRED Play multiplayer games anywhere – on flights, road trips, or off the grid. Nearby multiplayer uses Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Direct to connect with friends without needing cellular data or Wi-Fi networks. MODERN DESIGN Rebuilt with stunning visuals, smooth 60fps gameplay, and beautiful animations. Optimized for iPhone and iPad with full dark mode support. STRATEGIC DEPTH Easy to learn, endlessly rewarding. Claim squares to expand your territory and outmaneuver opponents. Every match offers fresh tactical challenges – no two games play the same. The strategy classic returns. Download now and start your takeover today! Mac and Apple TV versions coming soon.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Takeover at 100% against Decoder's 0%. Takeover also leads on rating (4.4 vs 1.2) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 7 months). Decoder's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.6). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. Takeover sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Decoder asks for nothing beyond the download.
Takeover holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 11 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Decoder's written reviews are positive against 100% of Takeover's.
Decoder ships an update every 7 months, Takeover every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.
| Parameter | Decoder | Takeover |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.2 (5 ratings) | 4.4 (11 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 5 | 11 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Edwin Hou | 404 Software |
Customer experience
Decoder
Takeover
In-app purchases
Decoder
No in-app purchases
Takeover
- 100 Diamonds$0.99
- 250 Diamonds$1.99
- Large Diamond Pack$4.99









