Comparison

Tic Tac Stack vs Runimals

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

Head to head
About

Tic Tac Stack

Features
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Tic-tac-toe just got a brain upgrade. In Tic Tac Stack, bigger pieces gobble smaller ones. Stack your way to three in a row — but watch out, your opponent can steal any square by dropping a larger piece on top. Every move hides a secret. Every win feels earned. Stack pieces from three sizes. Play smart. Outsmart the AI or challenge a friend. HOW IT WORKS Place a piece on any empty square. Or gobble your opponent's piece by covering it with a bigger one. But be careful — you can gobble your own pieces too. The board shifts with every move. What looked like a win can disappear in one play. WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT Classic tic-tac-toe always ends in a draw. Tic Tac Stack never does. With three piece sizes, hidden stacks, and shifting board states, every match plays out differently. BUILD YOUR VILLAGE Win matches to earn power-ups and unlock new themes. Watch your settlement grow from a small camp into a thriving town as you climb the ranks. PLAY YOUR WAY Challenge the AI across multiple difficulty levels. Play a friend on the same device. Unlock new looks as you progress. Download free. No skill ceiling. No draws.

About

Runimals

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Runimals is a fast-paced top-down runner & shooter that blends action and strategy. Build your squad of cute but fierce animal heroes, fight through endless waves of enemies, and discover the best tactics to survive! Easy Controls Swipe left or right with just one finger. Your squad automatically fires while you dodge obstacles, traps, and enemies rushing toward you. Build Your Squad Unlock new heroes, each with unique strengths. Form your team, discover synergies, and create powerful formations to overcome challenges. Guns & Upgrades Choose random upgrades during each run—boost health, damage, attack speed, or critical chance. Every game offers a new build and fresh strategy. Waves & Bosses Face relentless waves of enemies and prepare for challenging mini-bosses with unique attack patterns. The deeper you go, the harder the fight gets. Stylized 3D Graphics Enjoy vibrant colors, smooth animations, and a playful world that makes every run feel fun and rewarding. Progress & Rewards Collect gold and gems, upgrade your heroes and weapons, and unlock new levels. The further you progress, the greater the rewards! Key Features One-finger swipe controls Squad-based progression Randomized upgrades for replay value Challenging waves and bosses Colorful stylized 3D visuals Optional ads & in-app purchases Runimals delivers quick, exciting sessions while offering deep replayability through endless upgrade combinations. Perfect for both casual fun and strategic players who love survival challenges. Note: Runimals includes optional ads and in-app purchases.

Screenshots

Tic Tac Stack4 screens
Runimals3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Runimals at none against Tic Tac Stack's 7. Runimals also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). 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. Tic Tac Stack sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Runimals asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tic Tac Stack ships an update every 4 months, Runimals every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and May 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Tic Tac Stack versus Runimals: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTic Tac StackRunimals
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size212 MB207 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperMaysalward UKZiylan Medya A.Åž

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Tic Tac Stack

One-time7
  • Remove Ads$3.99
  • 4000 Coins$3.99
  • Stars 1000$3.99
Show 4 more
  • Coins 1000$3.99
  • 4000 Stars$5.99
  • Special Offer$6.99
  • Special l Offer$6.99
None

Runimals

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tic Tac Stack free?
Tic Tac Stack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Runimals free?
Runimals is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tic Tac Stack or Runimals have ads?
Both Tic Tac Stack and Runimals show ads.
Which is updated more often, Tic Tac Stack or Runimals?
Tic Tac Stack ships an update every 4 months, and Runimals every 2 months. Most recently, Tic Tac Stack was updated on September 9, 2026 and Runimals on May 17, 2026.

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