Comparison

Reversi Effect vs Reversi Nexus

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

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About

Reversi Effect

Engage in strategic gameplay with three distinct modes: challenge a CPU with varying difficulty, play head-to-head on a single device, or compete against players worldwide. Experience timed turns and dynamic piece placement in this classic board game adaptation.

Highlights
  • Three game modes: VS CPU, VS 2P, VS ONLINE
  • Five CPU difficulty levels
  • Local multiplayer on a single device
  • Online battles with random opponents
  • Timed turns with countdown
  • Dynamic piece placement on time-out
Features
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Three Exciting Game Modes! [VS CPU] Challenge a tough CPU opponent with five difficulty levels! ▼ How Turn Order is Decided At the start of the game, toss an Othello piece to determine who goes first. Black moves first, and White moves second. [VS 2P] Play a face-to-face match on a single device! [VS ONLINE] Enjoy online battles with randomly matched opponents! Each player has a total of 3 minutes, with a countdown running during their turn. ▼ What happens if you run out of time? A piece will be placed randomly in an available spot! However, from the next move onward, you can still place a piece manually within 3 seconds. *Rating and ranking features coming soon! [About Ads] This app is supported by ad revenue and requires an internet connection. Ads are displayed as follows: - VS CPU, VS 2P Banner ads at the bottom of the screen Full-screen ad every 3 games - VS ONLINE Full-screen ad after every game *Some features may be limited when offline. - Credit - - App production - KIWI BIRD SOFT - Music and Sound effects - *OtoLogic https://otologic.jp/ *効果音ラボ https://soundeffect-lab.info/

About

Reversi Nexus

Features
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Reversi Nexus is a modern take on the classic Reversi (Othello) board game, featuring 15 unique AI challengers — each with their own playing style, strengths, and weaknesses. Learn the game by understanding how different players think. ◆ MEET THE CHALLENGERS ◆ From chaotic Random Randy who plays without a plan, to The Elder who shapes the game with patience and restraint — every opponent offers a different challenge: • Random Randy – Pure chaos, no strategy • The Collector – Chases big flips at any cost • The Turtle – Cautious to a fault • The Gambler – Brilliant or catastrophic, never boring • The Rock – Immovable and disciplined • Opening Scholar – Knows theory cold, struggles when it runs out • Mobility Purist – Hoards moves like treasure • The Positionist – Shapes the board with confidence • Endgame Monster – Comes alive when the board empties • Club Veteran – Experienced and balanced • The Machine – Plays every move with absolute certainty • The Elder – The ultimate challenge ◆ POWERED BY REAL TOURNAMENT DATA ◆ The AI uses a professional opening book built from 135,000+ real championship games dating back to 1977. Combined with a perfect endgame solver, you're facing an opponent that plays authentic, tournament-quality Reversi. ◆ FEATURES ◆ • 15 AI challengers with distinct personalities • Professional opening book from 135k+ tournament games • Perfect endgame solver for flawless final moves • Multiple game modes: vs AI, online multiplayer, local hotseat • 26 languages supported • No account required — just play • No ads, no in-app purchases • Privacy-first: no personal data collected ◆ HOW TO PLAY ◆ 1. Black moves first, then players alternate 2. Place your piece to flank opponent pieces 3. Flanked pieces flip to your color 4. Win by having more pieces when the board fills Whether you're learning Reversi for the first time or looking for a serious challenge, Reversi Nexus has an opponent for you.

Screenshots

Reversi Effect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Reversi Effect at Free against Reversi Nexus's $1.99. Reversi Effect also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). Reversi Nexus's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

Reversi Effect is free to download; Reversi Nexus costs $1.99 up front. Reversi Effect sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Reversi Nexus asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Reversi Effect ships an update every 5 days, Reversi Nexus fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Reversi Effect versus Reversi Nexus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReversi EffectReversi Nexus
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterFortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size117 MB29 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAkiko SaitouMario Vilas

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Reversi Effect

One-time3
  • 250pts$0.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • 500pts$1.99
None

Reversi Nexus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Reversi Effect free?
Reversi Effect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Reversi Nexus free?
Reversi Nexus costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Reversi Effect or Reversi Nexus have ads?
Reversi Effect shows ads; Reversi Nexus does not.
Which is updated more often, Reversi Effect or Reversi Nexus?
Reversi Effect ships an update every 5 days, and Reversi Nexus fortnightly. Most recently, Reversi Effect was updated on October 28, 2026 and Reversi Nexus on October 25, 2026.

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