Comparison

Blockcharted vs Pocket8

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

Head to head
About

Blockcharted

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Defy gravity and test your reflexes in this fast-paced platformer challenge! Scale treacherous heights, dodge deadly obstacles, and master precise jumps to survive. Use wall jumps and unique power-ups like time freeze, slow motion, and teleportation to push your limits. Choose between two intense modes: climb through the skies in Classic Mode or escape the rising flames in the relentless Inferno Mode. With tight controls, retro aesthetics, and pulse-pounding chiptune music, every moment is a test of skill. How high can you go? Indonesia Game Rating (IGRS): 13+ - Fast-paced arcade gameplay – Ultra-responsive controls for pure precision. - Retro vibes – Stylish pixel art with nostalgic visual effects. - Precision platforming – Wall jumps, tricky landings, and no room for error. - Unique power-ups – Slow time, freeze hazards, or teleport to escape danger. - Two intense modes – Reach the skies in Classic Mode or outrun fire in Inferno Mode. - Epic chiptune soundtrack – Two dynamic tracks fueling the action.

About

Pocket8

This app brings the PICO-8 fantasy console experience to your mobile device, offering access to thousands of community-made games. Enjoy customizable touch controls or gamepad support, and never lose progress with an instant save system.

Highlights
  • Browse and play community-made PICO-8 games
  • Customizable touch controls and gamepad support
  • Instant save states for unlimited progress saving
  • Portrait and landscape orientation support
  • Locked 60FPS gameplay
Features
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Experience PICO-8 Anywhere: Pocket8 brings the magic of the PICO-8 fantasy console to your pocket. Whether you’re on a commute or relaxing at home, thousands of indie games are a single tap away. A Massive Library in Your Pocket: Discover thousands of community-made games with integrated BBS exploration. From challenging platformers to relaxing puzzles, there’s always something new to play. Download your favorites and build a personal collection that goes offline wherever you do. Controls That Feel Right: Gaming on a touch screen can be a struggle. Pocket8 features high-precision controls that feel as good as a real handheld. Choose between a classic D-pad or virtual joystick, or swap the face buttons positioning to match your playstyle. Wanna go touch-less? Connect a controller and play with a bluetooth gamepad or keyboard. Play Without Interruption: Instant save system lets you freeze time and jump back in to the exact pixel where you left off. Manage an infinite amount of save states per cartridge. Features: Browse & Play: Explore the Lexaloffle BBS to find and download new games instantly. Pro-Style Controls: Fluid movement and adaptive controls. Gamepad and Keyboard support included. Portrait & Landscape: Play comfortably in any orientation. Save Anywhere: Never lose your progress with instant state saves. Pure Performance: Locked 60FPS gameplay for the ultimate retro experience.

Screenshots

Blockcharted4 screens
Pocket84 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Pocket8 at none against Blockcharted's shown. Pocket8 also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 9 months). On price, in-app purchases, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Blockcharted ships an update every 9 months, Pocket8 daily. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Blockcharted versus Pocket8: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlockchartedPocket8
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings—10 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB24 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperJimmy NOLLETJevon Lipsey

In-app purchases

None

Blockcharted

No in-app purchases

None

Pocket8

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Blockcharted free?
Blockcharted is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pocket8 free?
Pocket8 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Blockcharted or Pocket8 have ads?
Blockcharted shows ads; Pocket8 does not.
Which is updated more often, Blockcharted or Pocket8?
Blockcharted ships an update every 9 months, and Pocket8 daily. Most recently, Blockcharted was updated on September 9, 2026 and Pocket8 on September 13, 2026.

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