Categories! vs The Da Vinci Cryptex 5
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Categories!
A team-based trivia game where players guess items within various categories. Split into teams, choose categories, and race to a victory score. Perfect for group fun and testing knowledge.
- Team-based gameplay
- Over 700 categories
- Item guessing challenges
- Customizable team names
- Score tracking
- Victory condition
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Categories is a fun team based trivia game with over 700 categories! Take turns guessing the 10 items in each category, and see which team can score the win first. Let the fun begin! - Split into two teams and give each one a memorable name. - Start the game by choosing a category for the opposite team to guess. Be fiendish and give them something tricky or test them out on something they should know. - Read out the category as the countdown starts and tick off the answers as the other team shouts them out. - Review the round and correct any missed answers. - Check the scores and pass to the other team to repeat. - The winner is the team that gets to the victory score first!
The Da Vinci Cryptex 5
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Welcome to the 5th chapter of the hit Da Vinci Cryptex escape room puzzle series! Are you ready to test your IQ and claim your freedom? Challenge your mind with 50 brand-new, hand-crafted riddles in this highly anticipated sequel. Trapped in a mysterious room once again, your only way out is to crack the clever logic enigmas hidden inside an ancient book. Find the clues, unlock the Cryptex, and discover what awaits you in the next chamber! As you progress, the mysteries deepen, and the challenges grow harder. How many enigmas can you actually crack? Warning: This brain-teasing adventure is highly addictive! ..:: FEATURES ::.. - 50 Brand-New Riddles: Unique, hand-drawn puzzles designed to challenge your logic. - Need a hand? Helpful hints are always available when you tap the lightbulb button. - Immersive Atmosphere: Beautifully stylized graphics and captivating background music that pull you right into the escape room. - Play 20 levels for free, unlock the full game with a single and cheap in-app purchase If you love escape rooms, word games, brain teasers, and tricky logic riddles, The Da Vinci Cryptex 5 is the perfect challenge for you! ------------------------------------------ About the Developer: XSGames is an independent solo startup from Italy, passionate about crafting clever puzzle experiences. Find out more at xsgames.co, or follow @xsgames_ on both Threads and Instagram
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Categories! at none against The Da Vinci Cryptex 5's 3. The Da Vinci Cryptex 5's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 15 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. The Da Vinci Cryptex 5 sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Categories! asks for nothing beyond the download.
Categories! ships an update every 15 months, The Da Vinci Cryptex 5 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Categories! | The Da Vinci Cryptex 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 152 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Patrick Cavanagh | XSGames |
In-app purchases
Categories!
No in-app purchases
The Da Vinci Cryptex 5
- Full Game$1.99
- Full Game + Coffee$3.99
- Full Game + Love$6.99
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