Comparison

Star Battle Puzzles vs 2Step

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

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About

Star Battle Puzzles

This logic puzzle game challenges you to place stars on a grid according to strict no-touch rules. It offers a pure deduction experience with various grid sizes and star counts, designed for thoughtful puzzle enthusiasts. Enjoy a distraction-free interface with intelligent hints to deepen your logical insight.

Highlights
  • Star placement logic puzzles
  • No-touch star rules
  • Multiple grid sizes (8x8 to 14x14)
  • Pure deduction, no guessing
  • Distraction-free interface
  • Intelligent hints
Features
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Master the elegant logic of Star Battles. A classic star-placement puzzle sometimes referred to as “Two Not Touch,” Star Battle challenges you to place stars under strict no-touch rules using pure deduction. Star Battle Puzzles is a sophisticated, hand-crafted experience designed for the discerning puzzle enthusiast. No ads, no gimmicks—just pure, uncompromising logic. Love the cat, dog and bunny "doku" puzzles or LinkedIn's Queens? You already know how to play: Star Battle is the original. Our 1-star grids use the same rules, with no ads, ever. When you're ready, step up to 2- and 3-star grids up to 14×14. While others offer only simple grids, we provide a complete range of challenges from approachable to expert. From relaxed introductions to deep, demanding logic, every puzzle is designed to reward careful reasoning. We are the only app to feature the massive 14×14, 3-star grid for the ultimate logic test. Five Distinct Challenges: - 8×8 (1-star) - 10×10 (1- and 2-star) - 12×12 (2-star) - 14×14 (3-star — our signature challenge) Pure Logic, No Guessing: Every puzzle has a single unique solution that can be reached entirely through deduction—never by trial and error. Zen-Focused Design: A minimalist, distraction-free interface keeps your attention on the grid and the logic, nothing else. We believe in a magazine-quality puzzle experience: - No Advertising — no banners, pop-ups, or interruptions - No Locked Levels — all grid sizes and star counts are available immediately - No Gated Features — every tool and mode is accessible from the start Learn as You Play: Intelligent hints explain why a move works, helping you develop deeper logical insight rather than simply revealing answers. Based on the classic Eight Queens variant, the rules are simple: - Place the required number of stars in every row, column, and outlined region - Ensure no two stars touch, not even diagonally - Use logic to eliminate cells and place stars with certainty All puzzles are rigorously tested to ensure they are solvable without guessing. Includes 50 free plays. Purchase additional plays or subscribe for unlimited access. Subscription payment will be charged to your App Store Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal at the same price as the initial month within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase or using the “Manage Subscriptions” link. There is no free trial. Support: https://eggheadgames.com/support/ or email support@eggheadgames.com. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Star Battle Puzzles’ privacy policy: https://eggheadgames.com/legal The puzzles are licensed from the popular Puzzle Baron websites.

About

2Step

Features
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How far can you go? 2Step is a deceptively simple number path puzzle that will challenge your mind and test your patience. Place numbers 1 to 100 on a 10×10 grid — but there's a catch. Every move must follow the rule: jump 3 steps horizontally or vertically, or 2 steps diagonally. No exceptions. Sounds simple. It isn't. Most paths dead-end before you reach 50. The best players find routes that fill the entire board. Can you be one of them? FEATURES • Free to start from any cell — your strategy begins with your first tap • Smart hint system guides you toward the best next move • Undo any mistake and try a different path • Track your best score across every game • Minimal dark design — just you and the grid • No timers. No pressure. Pure logic. 2Step is for puzzle lovers who want a real challenge — not a tutorial, not hand-holding, just a grid and a question: how far can you go?

Screenshots

Star Battle Puzzles4 screens
2Step4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 2Step at none against Star Battle Puzzles's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Star Battle Puzzles sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. 2Step asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Star Battle Puzzles versus 2Step: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStar Battle Puzzles2Step
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (116 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings116 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEgghead Games LLCDuygu Bos

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Star Battle Puzzles

Subscriptions1
  • Unlimited Play$5.991 Month
One-time1
  • 150 Puzzles$3.99
None

2Step

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Star Battle Puzzles free?
Star Battle Puzzles is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 2Step free?
2Step is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Star Battle Puzzles or 2Step have ads?
Neither Star Battle Puzzles nor 2Step shows ads.

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