Comparison

HexaGuard vs Crystal Dig

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

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About

HexaGuard

Features
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When the multicore lights up in the hexagonal lattice, the enemy is approaching from all sides. In the hexagonal board, all you need to do is crack the ice and build defenses to stop the evil triangle from taking over the core. It's a tough task, utilize all the skills you have, you can freeze enemies, use double actions or even set up decoys... Every step is a game of life and death: Anticipate your enemies' movement logic, deploy your limited skill resources, and weave the ultimate web of traps on the hive board. Will you defend the core? Or bait and destroy? There are tons of levels and all kinds of fun skills! It's also an offline game, so you can play anytime, anywhere!

About

Crystal Dig

Embark on an underground expedition combining classic block puzzle gameplay with a mining adventure. Descend through handcrafted levels, battle geological bosses, and collect rare gems. Compete for high scores and unlock achievements in this crystal-themed puzzle experience.

Highlights
  • Classic and Adventure game modes
  • 50 handcrafted adventure levels
  • 5 unique underground zones
  • Epic boss battles
  • Power-ups: Pickaxe, Shuffle, Undo
  • Gem collection with rarity tracking
  • 21 Game Center achievements
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Embark on an expedition like no other! Crystal Dig: Gem Miner combines classic block puzzle gameplay with a mining adventure that runs from Earth's crust to the frozen edge of the solar system. CLASSIC MODE Place blocks, clear lines, and chase your highest score. Simple to learn, endlessly challenging. Compete on the Game Center leaderboard! ADVENTURE MODE Dig through 400 handcrafted levels across 8 worlds and 40 underground layers. Tunnel from the Surface of Earth down to the Magma Core, then leave the planet behind and keep digging. EIGHT WORLDS TO EXPLORE - Earth - from the Surface down to the Magma Core - Mars - dust plains, iron sands and the Olympus Core - Venus - cloud decks, sulfur flats and crushing pressure deeps - Mercury - sun scar, crater deeps and a molten core - Europa - ice crust, slush layers and a hidden ocean - Titan - methane haze, hydrocarbon dunes and a cryo core - Miranda - verona cliffs, a fractured shell and a frozen core - Triton - nitrogen frost, diamond ice and Neptune's Anchor BOSS BATTLES 40 guardians stand between you and the depths, one at the end of every layer. Crack open the Crystal Geode, outsmart the Earth Snake, awaken an Ancient Fossil, confront the Magma Heart, and face whatever waits beneath each new world. SEASONAL EVENTS Every season brings a new look to the mine: Halloween in October, Autumn Harvest in November, Winter Holidays in December and New Year into January. Collect seasonal tokens as you clear lines and claim rewards along the event track. DAILY DEALS Check the store every day for a new Daily Deal and a free Daily Gift. FEATURES - Two distinct game modes: Classic and Adventure - 400 adventure levels across 8 worlds and 40 underground zones - 40 epic boss battles, each with its own mechanic - A solar system map for travelling between worlds - Four seasonal events, each with its own look and a 25-step reward track - A new Daily Deal and a free Daily Gift every day - Power-ups: Pickaxe, Shuffle, and Undo - Gem collection with rarity tracking - 28 Game Center achievements to unlock - Distinct visuals and atmosphere for every world - Full support for 7 languages Mine gems, clear lines, conquer legendary bosses, and become the ultimate Gem Hunter!

Screenshots

HexaGuard4 screens
Crystal Dig4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HexaGuard at none against Crystal Dig's 7. HexaGuard also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price and device support 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. Crystal Dig sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. HexaGuard asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
HexaGuard versus Crystal Dig: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHexaGuardCrystal Dig
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB145 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHangzhou jingtu network technology co., LTDTaco Truck Games

In-app purchases

None

HexaGuard

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Crystal Dig

One-time7
  • Handful of Crystals$0.99
  • Pouch of Crystals$2.99
  • Remove Banner Ads$3.99
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  • Starter Pack$4.99
  • Sack of Crystals$4.99
  • Chest of Crystals$9.99
  • Vault of Crystals$19.99

Questions

Is HexaGuard free?
HexaGuard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Crystal Dig free?
Crystal Dig is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do HexaGuard or Crystal Dig have ads?
Crystal Dig shows ads; HexaGuard does not.

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