Comparison

Just Bricks vs RetroLumo

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

Head to head
About

Just Bricks

Features
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The classic Bricks game. Contains traditional and some alternative game modes.

About

RetroLumo

Explore a collection of bite-sized, retro-style minigames playable solo or with friends. Earn in-game rewards and customize your profile. Cloud saves ensure your progress follows you across devices.

Highlights
  • Retro-style minigames
  • Multiplayer support
  • Account sync and cloud saves
  • Cosmetic collection and profile upgrades
  • Controller support (touch and Bluetooth)
Features
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RetroLumo is a library of retro-style minigames made by Volitare Studios—play solo or with friends! Not an emulator: RetroLumo only runs games created for this platform. FEATURES • Game Cards: Bite-size games across multiple genres, new additions and updates over time • Multiplayer: Play supported cartridges with friends (account required) • Account Sync: Cloud saves; your collection follows you across devices • Collection: Earn cosmetics and profile upgrades as you play (account required to access the shop) • Controller Support: Built-in touch controls with optional haptics; Bluetooth controllers supported (compatibility may vary) Privacy Policy: https://www.volitarestudios.com/privacy-policy Terms of Service (EULA): https://www.volitarestudios.com/terms-of-service

Screenshots

Just Bricks4 screens
RetroLumo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Just Bricks at none against RetroLumo's 7. Just Bricks also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). RetroLumo's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price 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. RetroLumo sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Just Bricks asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Just Bricks ships an update monthly, RetroLumo every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Just Bricks versus RetroLumo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJust BricksRetroLumo
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB217 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMikhail RazinVolitare Studios

In-app purchases

None

Just Bricks

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

RetroLumo

Subscriptions1
  • Supporter Pass$2.991 Month
One-time6
  • Gems$0.99
  • Gems$4.99
  • Gems$14.99
Show 3 more
  • Gems$29.99
  • Gems$49.99
  • Gems$99.99

Questions

Is Just Bricks free?
Just Bricks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RetroLumo free?
RetroLumo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Just Bricks or RetroLumo have ads?
RetroLumo shows ads; Just Bricks does not.
Which is updated more often, Just Bricks or RetroLumo?
Just Bricks ships an update monthly, and RetroLumo every 2 weeks. Most recently, Just Bricks was updated on October 7, 2026 and RetroLumo on October 7, 2026.

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