TanZen HD vs Don't Let It Die
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TanZen HD
Engage in a classic tangram puzzle experience with over 500 challenges. Fit seven geometric pieces into a shaded area without overlap to solve each puzzle. Perfect for quick breaks or extended play sessions.
- Over 500 tangram puzzles
- Classic tangram gameplay
- Fit seven geometric pieces
- No overlapping pieces
- Puzzle completion recognition
- Play for short or long durations
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Find your Zen, with this updated version of the classic tangram puzzle game with over 500 puzzles! Choose a puzzle to solve, and try to fit all seven game pieces within the shaded puzzle area without overlapping. TanZen HD will recognize when the puzzle is finished. Pick up and play for two minutes, or two hours!
Don't Let It Die
Lead a Neanderthal tribe to survival in a prehistoric world. Manage characters, gather resources, and unlock the secrets of fire before a catastrophic flood arrives. Craft tools and shelters to overcome the dangers of the wilderness.
- Solo tribe management
- 17+ unique characters
- Resource gathering
- Fire knowledge discovery
- Crafting system
- Prehistoric survival challenges
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Embark on a Thrilling Journey Back to the Dawn of Humanity! Don't Let It Die is now digitally reimagined for your mobile device! Step into the role of a Neanderthal tribe leader in this gripping solo survival game. With a catastrophic flood on the horizon, your mission is to unlock the secrets of fire and secure your tribe's survival in a prehistoric world teetering on the edge of extinction. KEY FEATURES Solo Management Experience Take full control of your tribe's fate. Strategically manage four unique characters, balancing their synergies, strengths, and weaknesses to master the element of fire. 17+ Unique Characters Choose from a diverse roster of characters, each offering distinct abilities and strategies. Experiment with powerful tribe combinations to discover the ultimate survival tactics. Resource Management Gather wood, meat, and berries to sustain your tribe. Efficiently allocate these resources to survive the harsh prehistoric environment. Fire Discoveries Unlock four unique Fire Knowledge Trees. Plan your tribe's daily activities wisely to earn Fire Knowledge Points (FKP) and achieve the ultimate discovery: Fire Starter. Crafting System Create tools, weapons, and shelters to enhance your tribe’s survival. Every crafted item plays a critical role in protecting your tribe from the dangers of the wilderness. About the Game Designed by Dustin Hendrickson, Don't Let It Die is a captivating blend of strategy, resource management, and luck mitigation. The journey begins with a serendipitous lightning strike that ignites a burning tree, offering your tribe a fleeting chance at survival. With only 14 days to unlock the mysteries of fire, every decision matters. Immerse yourself in the challenge of prehistoric survival and prove your skills as a leader. Can you navigate the perils of a world without fire and shape the future of humanity?
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: TanZen HD at 96% against Don't Let It Die's 50%. TanZen HD also leads on ratings volume (258 vs 3) and rating (4.7 vs 4.3). Don't Let It Die's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months) and price ($0.99 vs $2.99). On ads and in-app purchases 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
TanZen HD costs $2.99 and Don't Let It Die $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TanZen HD holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TanZen HD has 258 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 96% of TanZen HD's written reviews are positive against 50% of Don't Let It Die's.
TanZen HD ships an update every 2 months, Don't Let It Die every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TanZen HD | Don't Let It Die |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | $0.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.7 (258 ratings) — better | 4.3 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 95.9% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 258 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 193 MB | 205 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Little White Bear Studios, LLC | Dustin Hendrickson |
Customer experience
TanZen HD
Don't Let It Die
Bugs and requests
TanZen HD
Reported bugs
2 issues- Crashes or freezes after completing all puzzles
- Compatibility issues on older devices
Requested features
4 requests- More advanced or challenging puzzle designs
- Ability to create and share custom puzzles
- Option to turn off the visible outline of the target shape
- Expanded background and music selection
Don't Let It Die
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
TanZen HD
No in-app purchases
Don't Let It Die
No in-app purchases
Questions
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