Comparison

Cub8 vs Dartline

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

Head to head
About

Cub8

This is a fast-paced, precision-based rhythm arcade game. Tap to the beat to align cubes and avoid mistakes, with ever-changing mechanics and a striking neon aesthetic. Compete on global leaderboards and unlock customizations.

Highlights
  • Precision-based rhythm gameplay
  • Infinite zooming camera effect
  • 8 unique stages with new mechanics
  • Minimalist neon aesthetic
  • Immersive electronic soundtrack
  • Global leaderboards
  • Customization and upgrades
Features
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Cub8 – A Hypnotic Precision Rhythm Challenge Tap with precision. Rotate cubes with the beat. Enter the infinite loop. Cub8 is a mesmerizing, fast-paced, and precision-based rhythm arcade game that will put your focus and reflexes to the ultimate test. One mistake and it’s game over! With a striking neon aesthetic, ever-changing mechanics, and a seamless, infinite zooming effect, Cub8 creates a one-of-a-kind arcade experience that feels both hypnotic and high-stakes. Can you master the beat and survive through all 8 stages? How to Play Tap on the beat to activate the hydraulic press when the cube is perfectly aligned with the hole. If you miss even once, the game ends! With each 10 successful presses, you enter a new stage with fresh music, new mechanics, and increased intensity. The further you go, the more challenging it becomes—adapt fast or fail! Features Precision-Based Rhythm Gameplay – No “Perfect” or “Good” timing—either you hit it or you lose! Never-Ending Zoom – The camera dynamically zooms into the next cube after every press, creating a fluid, infinite loop. 8 Unique Stages – Each stage introduces new mechanics, including: - Hazard Cubes that redirect movement - Fake Cubes that try to trick you - More surprises as you progress! Minimalist, Neon Aesthetic – A striking visual style with dynamic colors for each stage. Immersive Soundtrack – A carefully crafted techno, percussive, and glitchy electronic soundtrack that syncs perfectly with the gameplay. Global Leaderboards – Compete with players worldwide. How far can you go? Customization & Upgrades – Unlock skins for your hydraulic press and power-ups to help you survive longer. Think Fast, Tap Perfectly, and Keep the Loop Going! Cub8 is easy to learn but brutally hard to master—a hypnotic rhythm challenge that will keep you hooked. Download now and see how deep you can go! Best played with headphones for full immersion!

About

Dartline

Features
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Dartline turns your iPhone into a darts board you actually throw at. Tilt to aim, lock your stance, and swing the phone forward. No bars, no boards, no chalk. ■ Controls • Tap AIM at the bottom to enter aiming mode • Tilt left/right/up/down to move the crosshair • Tap LOCK — the current pose becomes your "straight" reference • Swing the phone forward to release; the deviation monitor on the dartboard shows your swing quality in real time ■ Game Modes • Count Up — total score over 8 rounds, with Game Center leaderboard • 301 / 501 — subtract to exactly zero • Cricket Standard — close 15-20 + Bull, then score against open opponents • Cricket Count Up — score only on 15-20 + Bull, 8 rounds, Game Center leaderboard (NEW) • Cricket Cut Throat — closing dumps penalty points on opponents instead. Lowest score wins. ■ Match Modes • Free Play — solo practice (Count Up / Cricket Count Up submit to leaderboard) • Pass & Play — 2-4 players take turns on one phone • vs COM — 1 human + 1 COM with Easy / Normal / Hard difficulty BARS NOT REQUIRED.

Screenshots

Cub84 screens
Dartline4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Dartline at none against Cub8's 4. Cub8's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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. Cub8 sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Dartline asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cub8 ships an update every 3 days, Dartline monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Cub8 versus Dartline: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCub8Dartline
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (51 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings51 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size200 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRicardo MendoncaTakayuki Hamuro

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Cub8

One-time4
  • 200 Quantum Orbs$1.99
  • Cub8+$3.99
  • 500 Quantum Orbs$3.99
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  • 1300 Quantum Orbs$7.99
None

Dartline

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cub8 free?
Cub8 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dartline free?
Dartline is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cub8 or Dartline have ads?
Both Cub8 and Dartline show ads.
Which is updated more often, Cub8 or Dartline?
Cub8 ships an update every 3 days, and Dartline monthly. Most recently, Cub8 was updated on October 9, 2026 and Dartline on October 11, 2026.

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