Type vs BlackCube
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Type
Embark on a unique adventure through the history of fonts and characters. Play as two dots, navigating through different typographic eras and solving puzzles by riding popular fonts. Discover secrets and learn about type in a captivating visual and musical environment.
- Explore 10 worlds of typographic history
- Solve riddles by riding popular fonts
- Discover secrets of fonts and characters
- Captivating musical and visual environment
- Learn about typography through gameplay
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- "An intricately-designed masterpiece that constantly throws fresh challenges and situations at you for the entire run of the game." - Touch Arcade - 4.5/5 - "You never realized fonts could be this exciting" - Kotaku - "The "Final FONTasy" of video games. [...] Type:Rider encourages players to learn about type by exploring a world of fonts." - FastCoDesign - "The unlikely appeal of Type:Rider, a platformer about fonts" - Kill Screen Immerse yourself in this fascinating and unique experience to uncover the history and secrets of Fonts & Characters ! Play as 2 dots and travel through the ages of typographic styles and techniques. From the rock paintings of prehistoric times to Pixel art of the 2000’s, solve all the riddles by riding the most popular fonts and characters (Garamond, Helvetica, Times New Roman, Pixel, Comic Sans...) in a very captivating musical and visual environment. Type:Rider is an adventure puzzle game produced by AGAT – EX NIHILO and ARTE that brings gaming experience to a whole new daring level. FEATURES •• 10 worlds echoing key periods of the typograhy’s history •• Breath-taking artworks and musical vibes •• Immersive and intriguing atmosphere •• Great historical archives and paintings -- If you encounter issues, please reboot your device. Then, reduce the resolution of the game in the parameters of Type:Rider and set the quality from « Fantastic » to « Good ». IMPORTANT NOTE: Type:Rider is compatible with iPad 2 and up, iPhone 4 and up and iPod touch 5th generation – THE GAME WILL NOT RUN ON EARLIER DEVICES
BlackCube
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In the world of escape games, there is one that stands out among the rest, one that immerses you in an unparalleled mystery and challenges you to test your wit and puzzle-solving skills. This game goes by the name "BlackCube," and its creator, an enigmatic individual known as Minos, has bestowed upon you the task of finding an object as mysterious as it is legendary: a black cube. The premise is simple yet intriguing: you find yourself in a labyrinth of intricately arranged rooms, each one more enigmatic than the last. Your mission is to progress from one room to another, solving a series of riddles and puzzles, all designed by Minos to put your cunning and logical thinking to the test. What sets "BlackCube" apart is the diversity of the challenges you will face. From logical puzzles that challenge your deductive abilities to mathematical enigmas that require analytical thinking, each room presents a new challenge that you must overcome before advancing. Perhaps the most intriguing aspect of "BlackCube" is that there is no time limit. Unlike many escape games where time pressure is constant, here you can fully immerse yourself in puzzle-solving without the stress of a clock. This allows for complete immersion in the world created by Minos, where every detail and clue becomes crucial to your success. The mystery surrounding the black cube is palpable in each room. As you progress, you uncover more about the brilliant and twisted mind of Minos. His cryptic clues and messages guide you through this labyrinth of challenges but also raise profound questions about his own purpose and motivation. The game "BlackCube" is a challenge to your intellect, but it is also an immersive experience that plunges you into a world of riddles and secrets. Each time you solve a puzzle, you feel closer to the black cube, but also more immersed in the intriguing narrative surrounding this mysterious game. As you advance in "BlackCube," you are met with the duality of emotions: the satisfaction of solving a complex puzzle and the intrigue of discovering what lies ahead. Each room is a new adventure, an opportunity to challenge your mind and uncover the secrets that Minos has woven into the very fabric of the game. "BlackCube" is not just an escape game. It is an intellectual and emotional journey that immerses you in a world of puzzles and challenges. Do you have what it takes to find the black cube and uncover Minos's secrets? Dive into this intriguing escape room and discover for yourself.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Type at 9.0 against BlackCube's 11.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Type costs $2.99 and BlackCube $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Type | BlackCube |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | $2.99 |
| Rating | 3.8 (387 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 60.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 387 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 11.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 644 MB | 257 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ARTE France Apps | Alessandro Ramos |
Bugs and requests
Type
Reported bugs
3 issues- Game freezes or crashes during tutorial
- Inability to progress past certain levels
- Compatibility issues with iPad Mini and older devices
Requested features
3 requests- Save/resume progress option
- Difficulty settings or adjustments
- Improved compatibility with newer devices
BlackCube
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Type
No in-app purchases
BlackCube
No in-app purchases









