Comparison

80s Overrun vs The Cube

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

Head to head
About

80s Overrun

Embark on a platformer adventure with a vibrant 80s aesthetic. Conquer over 160 levels, defeat challenging bosses, and customize your character with unique outfits and abilities. Craft powerful items to gain an edge in this nostalgic gaming experience.

Highlights
  • Over 160 meticulously designed levels
  • More than 100 challenging achievements
  • Five formidable boss fights
  • Character outfit customization
  • Back items with special abilities
  • In-game crafting system for rare artifacts
Features
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Embark on an exhilarating journey through a platformer with a nostalgic 80s twist! over 160 meticulously designed levels that will transport you back to the vibrant era of neon lights and synthwave music and more. Immerse yourself in the thrilling gameplay and relive the excitement of classic platformers while having that modern feel. Unleash your skills and aim for greatness as you conquer over 100 challenging achievements. Show off your mastery of each level and become a true legend of the 80s gaming scene. With over 160 levels in vast mini games and more! Prove Yourself as the Ultimate Boss Fighter in Town Face off against five formidable bosses and prove who is the best in town. Defeat each boss and claim their turf as your own. Can you emerge victorious and claim the title of the best in town? Customize Your Look, Define Your Style Modify your character's outfit to reflect your personal style, and go beyond with an array of back items that provide special abilities to aid you in your quest. Whether you prefer a sleek futuristic appearance or a nod to the iconic 80s fashion, the choice is yours! Craft and Collect Special Items Collect valuable items throughout your journey and utilize an in-game crafting system to forge powerful and rare artifacts. Unleash the true potential of these special items and gain a competitive edge in the levels.

About

The Cube

Embark on a 3D puzzle adventure with innovative orbital controls and mind-bending spatial challenges. Rotate the cube world to navigate intricate mazes, avoid hazards, and discover hidden paths. Immerse yourself in a beautiful, minimalist design with progressive story modes.

Highlights
  • Orbital Control System
  • Spatial Puzzle Mechanics
  • Progressive Story Mode
  • Intuitive Touch Controls
  • Stunning Minimalist Design
  • Collectible Resources
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Embark on an extraordinary 3D puzzle adventure where every faces reveals new mysteries! The Cube: Odyssey revolutionizes puzzle gaming with innovative orbital controls and mind-bending spatial challenges. Unique Features: - Orbital Control System: Hold and drag to rotate the entire cube world - Spatial Puzzle Mechanics: Navigate across all six faces of complex 3D structures - Progressive Story Mode: Journey through interconnected puzzle worlds - Intuitive Touch Controls: Swipe to move, hold to explore every angle - Stunning Minimalist Design: Clean low-poly aesthetics with smooth animations Gameplay: Guide your character through intricate 3D mazes built on cube surfaces. Each level presents unique challenges requiring spatial thinking and strategic planning. Rotate the world to discover hidden paths, avoid spinning saws, activate pressure plates, and reach mystical portals. Puzzle Elements: - Pressure Plates: Step on switches to unlock new pathways - Moving Hazards: Time your moves to avoid spinning saw blades - Portal Systems: Reach glowing finish points to complete levels - Dynamic Paths: Watch routes appear and disappear based on your actions - Collectible Resources: Discover hidden bonuses throughout your journey Visual Experience: Immerse yourself in a world of geometric beauty. Vibrant colors, particle effects, and fluid animations bring each cube face to life. The minimalist art style ensures focus stays on pure puzzle-solving joy. Perfect For: - Logic puzzle enthusiasts seeking fresh challenges - Players who love innovative control schemes - Fans of spatial reasoning games - Anyone craving beautiful, meditative gameplay - Gamers looking for premium puzzle experiences Your Adventure Awaits: Start with intuitive tutorials, then progress through increasingly complex worlds. Master the art of 3D thinking as you explore every face of The Cube. Can you complete the ultimate puzzle odyssey?

Screenshots

80s Overrun4 screens
The Cube4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Cube at none against 80s Overrun's 10. The Cube also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 5 weeks). 80s Overrun'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. 80s Overrun sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. The Cube 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 80s Overrun against 5.0 for The Cube. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

80s Overrun ships an update every 5 weeks, The Cube every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
80s Overrun versus The Cube: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter80s OverrunThe Cube
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size559 MB111 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperThomas MarchiondaDIGIPREY

In-app purchases

10 purchases

80s Overrun

One-time10
  • Small Tokens Pack$0.99
  • Sports Bundle$3.99
  • Medium Tokens Pack$4.99
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  • Premium Pass$4.99
  • Retro Bundle$6.99
  • Big Tokens Pack$9.99
  • Spooky Bundle$9.99
  • 5100 Sunset Tickets$9.99
  • Deep Sea Pack$12.99
  • Large Tokens Pack$19.99
None

The Cube

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 80s Overrun free?
80s Overrun is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is The Cube free?
The Cube is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, 80s Overrun or The Cube?
80s Overrun and The Cube are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do 80s Overrun or The Cube have ads?
Both 80s Overrun and The Cube show ads.
Which is updated more often, 80s Overrun or The Cube?
80s Overrun ships an update every 5 weeks, and The Cube every 10 days. Most recently, 80s Overrun was updated on October 30, 2026 and The Cube on November 5, 2026.

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