Comparison

Unboxing the Cryptic Killer vs Reverse Math Puzzle

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

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About

Unboxing the Cryptic Killer

This is a cooperative point-and-click puzzle game where two players act as detective partners to solve intricate puzzles designed by a mysterious killer. You'll need to communicate effectively as you each see different parts of the same challenges to unravel a thrilling murder mystery.

Highlights
  • Two Player Co-Op
  • Collaborative Puzzles
  • Thrilling Storyline
  • Illustrated Worlds
  • In-Game Notebook
Features
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SOLVE A CRYPTIC BOX Unboxing the Cryptic Killer is the first standalone chapter to the cooperative point-and-click puzzle game series 'Cryptic Killer'. Join forces with a friend and play as detective partners Ally and Old Dog in our debut two-player escape room adventure. IMPORTANT: "Unboxing the Cryptic Killer" is a 2-player cooperative puzzle game, that requires each player to have their own copy on either mobile, tablet, PC or Mac. Internet connection and voice communication are essential. Need a Player Two? Join our Discord community! Two seasoned detectives, Ally and Old Dog, are entangled in a chilling unsolved case. Lured on a perilous trail, they fall into the clutches of the enigmatic Cryptic Killer they've been relentlessly pursuing. The stakes are sky-high as two innocent lives hang in the balance. In order to save them, Ally and Old Dog must unravel a box of intricate puzzles masterfully designed by the nefarious killer. Test your mettle and join this high-stakes race against time, where every puzzle solved is a step closer to unmasking the Cryptic Killer. THE ONLY WAY TO ESCAPE IS TO WORK TOGETHER Unboxing the Cryptic Killer is a puzzle for exactly two players. The name of the game is collaboration. Each player takes on one of the two roles and works their way through a series of challenging puzzles. You'll each see one half of the same puzzle and must work together to crack the codes and escape the Cryptic Killer's clutches. FEATURES LIST ▶Two Player Co-Op In Unboxing the Cryptic Killer, the detectives are separated. You’ll see different items and clues than your partner, and will be tested on your communication! ▶Challenging Collaborative Puzzles Two brains are better than one when it comes to cracking the Cryptic Killer's codes. ▶Unravel a Thrilling Story Track the Cryptic Killer's movements as Detectives Old Dog and Ally in this ongoing murder mystery saga. ▶Explore Illustrated Worlds Unboxing the Cryptic Killer features hand-illustrated environments that are inspired by noir novels. ▶Draw on… Everything! You cannot solve a case without taking notes. At any time in the game, you can whip out a notebook and pen to make notes and scribble on your environment.

About

Reverse Math Puzzle

This game challenges you to fill in missing numbers to complete equations, offering a unique twist on traditional math puzzles. Choose from various modes and difficulty levels to test your logic and speed.

Highlights
  • Reverse equation gameplay
  • Daily Challenge mode
  • Classic and Challenge modes
  • Four difficulty levels
  • Hints and skips
  • Streak system and daily rewards
Features
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Can you solve it? _ × _ − _ + _ = 37 Numbers: 5, 7, 11, 13 That's Reverse Math. The equation is already there. Your job is to place the numbers in the blanks to hit the target. Simple to learn, surprisingly hard to master. HOW IT PLAYS • See a target number and an equation with blanks • Place the numbers, using each one once • Real math rules: × and ÷ come before + and − • Hit the target to score, earn coins and move on A NEW PUZZLE EVERY DAY Take on the Daily Challenge: 5 fresh puzzles every day. Solve at least one to keep your streak alive and unlock rewards. Keep it going for 7 days to earn 250 bonus coins. THREE WAYS TO PLAY • Daily Challenge: your daily brain workout • Classic: score as much as you can before the clock runs out • Challenge: 10 puzzles in one run, against the clock FROM NOVICE TO GENIUS Four difficulty levels grow with you. Start with three-number puzzles in Novice and work up to long equations that use all four operations in Genius. HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT Stuck? Spend coins on a hint, skip a tough puzzle, or add 30 seconds. Undo a move any time. MADE FOR QUICK BREAKS • No account or sign-up needed • Play offline, anywhere • Track your best scores and progress in Statistics Perfect for fans of number puzzles, math riddles, logic games and brain teasers. Download free and see how far your brain can go.

Screenshots

Unboxing the Cryptic Killer4 screens
Reverse Math Puzzle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Reverse Math Puzzle at Free against Unboxing the Cryptic Killer's $1.99. Reverse Math Puzzle also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Unboxing the Cryptic Killer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence 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

Reverse Math Puzzle is free to download; Unboxing the Cryptic Killer costs $1.99 up front. Reverse Math Puzzle sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Unboxing the Cryptic Killer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Reverse Math Puzzle holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Unboxing the Cryptic Killer has 186 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Unboxing the Cryptic Killer ships an update every 4 months, Reverse Math Puzzle every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Unboxing the Cryptic Killer versus Reverse Math Puzzle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUnboxing the Cryptic KillerReverse Math Puzzle
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (186 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews65.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings186 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#59 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.3
Further details — not scored
Size264 MB79 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperEleven Products Sp. z o.o.Ajay Shrestha

Customer experience

Unboxing the Cryptic Killer

All ratings186 ratings
Positive90.3%
Neutral3.2%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews75 reviews
Positive65.3%
Neutral10.7%
Negative24.0%

Reverse Math Puzzle

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Unboxing the Cryptic Killer

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • Connection issues/disconnects
  • Cannot save progress
  • Game crashes or quits
  • First puzzle not working
  • Dimension issues on iPad
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  • Server connection problems
  • Friend cannot connect
  • Hints not visible at last stage
  • Game not working after purchase

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more levels/content
  • Improve the ending
  • Make clues more reactive
  • Add a save feature between levels
  • Fix dimension issues on iPad

Reverse Math Puzzle

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Unboxing the Cryptic Killer

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Reverse Math Puzzle

One-time4
  • 100 Coins$0.99
  • 300 Coins$1.99
  • 700 Coins$3.99
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  • 2500 Coins$9.99

Questions

Is Unboxing the Cryptic Killer free?
Unboxing the Cryptic Killer costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Reverse Math Puzzle free?
Reverse Math Puzzle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Unboxing the Cryptic Killer or Reverse Math Puzzle?
Reverse Math Puzzle is rated higher. Unboxing the Cryptic Killer averages 4.6 out of 5 from 186 ratings, while Reverse Math Puzzle averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Unboxing the Cryptic Killer or Reverse Math Puzzle have ads?
Reverse Math Puzzle shows ads; Unboxing the Cryptic Killer does not.
Which is updated more often, Unboxing the Cryptic Killer or Reverse Math Puzzle?
Unboxing the Cryptic Killer ships an update every 4 months, and Reverse Math Puzzle every 3 months. Most recently, Unboxing the Cryptic Killer was updated on October 14, 2026 and Reverse Math Puzzle on October 2, 2026.

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