Comparison

Box Head vs THUMB

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

Head to head
About

Box Head

Engage in thrilling 3D action as you battle endless waves of zombies in a post-apocalyptic world. Arm yourself with a vast arsenal of weapons, forge defenses, and adapt to a roguelike challenge where no two playthroughs are the same.

Highlights
  • Endless zombie wave combat
  • Vast arsenal of unique weapons
  • Armor and gear upgrades
  • Roguelike gameplay with replayability
  • Diverse zombie types
  • Fast-paced action combat
Features
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Fight endless waves of zombies in Box Head. Experience the ultimate post-apocalyptic survival in Box Head a thrilling 3D action roguelike game. Join the battle against relentless zombie hordes. Arm yourself with a vast arsenal of weapons and survive the apocalypse. UNLEASH YOUR ARSENAL: Choose from powerful weapons like flamethrowers, katanas, and laser rifles, each with unique abilities to defeat the undead. FORGE YOUR DEFENSES: Upgrade armor and gear to withstand zombie onslaughts and customize your equipment to match your playstyle. ROGUELIKE CHALLENGE: No two playthroughs are the same. Adapt and conquer the ever-changing zombie-infested chaos. RELENTLESS FOES: Face various zombie types with different strengths and weaknesses. Use strategy and skill to survive. EXPLORE A HAUNTING WORLD:Immerse yourself in a post-apocalyptic world full of hidden dangers and dark secrets. ACTION-PACKED COMBAT: Engage in fast-paced battles with responsive controls as you obliterate waves of undead foes. Are you ready to survive in Box Head? The apocalypse awaits—can you rise above the horde and become the ultimate zombie-slaying hero? SUPPORT If you encounter any issues during the game, you can send us feedback via: Discord: https://discord.gg/J6JtvcnGd8 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Boxheadthegame Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boxheadthegame Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

THUMB

Engage in quick, strategic 1v1 battles on a single device. Master swipe controls, charged shots, and timed shields to outmaneuver opponents, either against friends or adaptive AI. Enjoy endlessly replayable matches perfect for on-the-go competition.

Highlights
  • Single-device local multiplayer
  • Adaptive AI opponents
  • Swipe-based controls
  • Charged shot mechanics
  • Timed shield defense
  • Grid-based arena combat
Features
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The world’s first sport that fits in your pocket. Challenge anyone, anywhere. THUMB-WAR transforms a single phone into a competitive arena where two players battle face-to-face using just their thumbs. It takes seconds to learn, but every match is a test of reflexes, timing, and strategy. Charge powerful attacks, reflect incoming shots, dodge across the arena, and master a growing roster of unique fighters—each with their own abilities, playstyles, and customizable loadouts. Whether you’re chasing the perfect counter or discovering a new favorite fighter, every match plays a little differently. Whether you’re waiting for food, hanging out with friends, or settling an argument, THUMB-WAR creates the kind of moments only real-world competition can. The eye contact, the laughter, the trash talk, and the instant rematches all happen around the same screen—not across the internet. No opponent nearby? Take on increasingly challenging AI opponents to unlock rewards, sharpen your skills, and discover new strategies before your next real-world showdown. Features • Same-screen local multiplayer on a single device • Fast, skill-based 1v1 battles • Unique fighters with distinct abilities and playstyles • Charge attacks, shields, reflects, status effects, and strategic loadouts • Solo battles against adaptive AI opponents • Unlock rewards and master every fighter THUMB-WAR is the first chapter of Arcade Earth, an expanding sci-fi universe of games, stories, and unforgettable characters - learn more at arcade.earth. Turn screen time into face time.

Screenshots

Box Head4 screens
THUMB4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: THUMB at none against Box Head's shown. THUMB also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 66%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Box Head's advantage is ratings volume (1.5K vs 22). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Box Head sells 39 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and THUMB sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

THUMB holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Box Head has 1.5K ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Box Head's written reviews are positive against 100% of THUMB's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Box Head ships an update monthly, THUMB every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Box Head versus THUMB: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBox HeadTHUMB
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.5K ratings)5.0 (22 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.5K — better22
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size584 MB920 MB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperPANTHERA COMPANY LIMITEDPlanetary Games LLC

Customer experience

Box Head

All ratings1,486 ratings
Positive96.7%
Neutral1.9%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews139 reviews
Positive66.2%
Neutral8.6%
Negative25.2%

THUMB

All ratings22 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Box Head

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game not loading
  • Profile data loss after updates
  • Upgrade system issues
  • Forced ads not completing

Requested features

5 requests
  • Offline mode
  • Co-op multiplayer
  • More level variety
  • Improved progression system
  • Better communication with developers

THUMB

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

39 purchases

Box Head

Subscriptions2
  • Silver V.I.P Card$2.997 Days
  • Golden V.I.P Card$9.991 Month
One-time37
  • Pack Chip 2$0.49
  • Congratulation Pack 1$0.99
  • Fortune Special Offer Daily$0.99
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  • Pack Skip Ads 1$0.99
  • Pack Chip 4 Sale$1.49
  • Starter Pack$1.99
  • Congratulation Pack 2$1.99
  • Pack Chip 3$2.49
  • Legendary Weapon Bundle Sale$2.99
  • Pack Skip Ads 2$2.99
  • Pack Chip 4$4.99
  • Congratulation Pack 3$4.99
  • Event Daily Pack 1$4.99
  • Daily Pack 1$4.99
  • Fortune Lucky Bundle$7.99
  • Assassin Set$9.99
  • Devil Set$9.99
  • Pack Chip 5$9.99
  • Battle Pass Pack$9.99
  • Easter Pack$9.99
  • Legendary Weapon Bundle$9.99
  • Mysterious Tower Bundle$9.99
  • Event Daily Pack 2$9.99
  • Lunar New Year Pack$9.99
  • Christmas Gift$9.99
  • Halloween Pack$9.99
  • Battle Pass Season 2 Pack$9.99
  • Chapter 1 Pass$9.99
  • Daily Pack 2$9.99
  • Infinity Skip Ads$11.99
  • Battle Pass Season 2 Plus Pack$14.99
  • Infinity Bundle$19.99
  • Daily Pack 3$19.99
  • Chapter 2 Pass$19.99
  • Pack Chip 6$24.99
  • Pack Chip 7$49.99
  • Legendary Set Bundle$49.99
2 purchases

THUMB

One-time2
  • BOOM box$0.99
  • Remove Ads$3.99

Questions

Is Box Head free?
Box Head is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is THUMB free?
THUMB is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Box Head or THUMB?
THUMB is rated higher. Box Head averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while THUMB averages 5.0 from 22 ratings.
Do Box Head or THUMB have ads?
Box Head shows ads; THUMB does not.
Which is updated more often, Box Head or THUMB?
Box Head ships an update monthly, and THUMB every 3 weeks. Most recently, Box Head was updated on October 18, 2026 and THUMB on October 4, 2026.

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