Comparison

Chess VS Go vs Octo, Sand Please!

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

Head to head
About

Chess VS Go

Experience a unique twist on classic strategy games. Swipe to move your rook and capture go pieces across vibrant levels. This free game offers satisfying gameplay and fun challenges for players of all skill levels.

Highlights
  • Unique gameplay mechanics
  • Over 50 colorful levels
  • Easy to learn, hard to master
  • Satisfying game play
  • Fun challenges
  • 100% Free to play
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Try this new and innovative game for FREE! Swipe in any direction and eat the go pieces with the rook! **** FEATURES **** - Easy to learn, hard to master - Over 50 unique and colorful levels! - Do we need to say it again? :) it's not as easy as it seems! - Incredibly satisfying game play - Fun challenges to complete - FREE!? Yes, it's 100% FREE ---------------- By the creators of Sculpt People (over 200m players) & Apple Feature Puzzle Game "Melissa K. and the Heart of Gold" (over 4 million players, game of the month in China) and over 100 other games!

About

Octo, Sand Please!

A relaxing tap puzzle game where you guide octos to collect sand and reveal charming artwork. Experience satisfying sand physics and smooth animations for a calming escape.

Highlights
  • Tap-to-collect sand gameplay
  • Conveyor belt mechanics
  • Collect sand by color
  • Realistic sand physics
  • New obstacles and mechanics
  • Soothing visuals and animations
Features
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Unwind with adorable octos in Octo, Sand Please!, a soothing tap puzzle game where flowing sand reveals charming artwork. Tap to send octos along a moving conveyor belt, collect sand by color, and watch soft grains cascade down to uncover delightful scenes. Every tap feels smooth and satisfying as the sand gently collapses with realistic physics. Simple controls make it easy to play, while mastering the perfect flow delivers a deeply rewarding experience. Whether you’re taking a quick break or settling in for a longer session, Octo, Sand Please! is your cozy escape. Game Features: • Easy tap-to-collect sand gameplay • Conveyor belt mechanics with moving octos • Collect sand by color to reveal cute octo artwork • Realistic, satisfying sand physics • New obstacles and mechanics as you progress • Smooth animations and soothing visuals • A growing collection of charming octo pictures • A calming yet addictive experience for all ages Soft sand, cute octos, and pure relaxation. Find your moment of calm with Octo, Sand Please!

Screenshots

Chess VS Go4 screens
Octo, Sand Please!4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Chess VS Go at none against Octo, Sand Please!'s 10. Octo, Sand Please!'s advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, rating, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Octo, Sand Please! sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Chess VS Go asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Chess VS Go against 5.0 for Octo, Sand Please!. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Chess VS Go versus Octo, Sand Please!: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChess VS GoOcto, Sand Please!
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings)
Number of ratings14 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 days
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size109 MB329 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSDP Games SASACTIONFIT

In-app purchases

None

Chess VS Go

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Octo, Sand Please!

One-time10
  • Starter Pack$0.99
  • 1,000 Coins$1.99
  • Life Boost Bundle$3.99
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  • Special Offer$4.99
  • Small Bundle$9.99
  • Sand Pass$9.99
  • 10,000 Coins$14.99
  • Medium Bundle$19.99
  • 25,000 Coins$29.99
  • Large Bundle$29.99

Questions

Is Chess VS Go free?
Chess VS Go is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Octo, Sand Please! free?
Octo, Sand Please! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Chess VS Go or Octo, Sand Please!?
Chess VS Go and Octo, Sand Please! are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 4 ratings respectively.
Do Chess VS Go or Octo, Sand Please! have ads?
Both Chess VS Go and Octo, Sand Please! show ads.

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