InBetween Gate vs Connect4Hero
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
InBetween Gate
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InBetween TW brings one of Taiwan’s most iconic family holiday games into the digital era. No physical cards needed — start instantly and enjoy a familiar mix of intuition and logic. The game revolves around integer range judgment, challenging players to predict where each new card falls within a numeric range. Every decision affects the shared score pool, where careful reasoning and smart risk-taking determine success. With adjustable deck settings and quick rounds, it offers the perfect balance between casual fun and thoughtful play. Features • Score pool system — Points accumulate in a shared pool; use strategy and logic to maximize your gain. • Multiplayer battles — Connect through Game Center for live matches with friends. • Solo play — Start a quick single-player game anytime. • Multiple deck options — Choose how many decks to use for flexible gameplay and varied probability. • Clean modern design — A smooth interface that highlights clarity and decision-making. • For all ages — Simple rules, short rounds, and balanced challenge for everyone. InBetween TW reimagines a beloved Taiwanese classic as a modern family strategy experience — easy to start, satisfying to master, and perfect for gatherings or quiet play alike.
Connect4Hero
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Connect four runes. Summon heroes. Defeat seven bosses. Connect4Hero turns the familiar four-in-a-row idea into a portrait fantasy strategy adventure. Place elemental runes on a 9×9 board, interrupt enemy formations, cast spells, and complete lines to earn powerful choices for the battles ahead. BUILD YOUR LINE • Place Fire, Water, Nature, and Arcane runes. • Complete horizontal, vertical, or diagonal lines of four. • Read the enemy board and block threats before they resolve. CHANGE THE BOARD • Cast Fireball, Tide Swap, Rune Pull, Cleanse, Growth, and Quake. • Summon six heroes whose abilities reshape the fight. • Combine permanent upgrades with the deck you build during a run. • Earn gems to unlock permanent perks, and chase 28 Game Center achievements. FACE SEVEN BOSSES Each chapter introduces a distinct battlefield and signature threat—from spreading slime and burrowing sand to wildfire, deep freeze, wind, and chain lightning. LEARN BY PLAYING A guided story opening and interactive tutorial introduce placement, blocking, spells, rewards, and enemy turns without leaving the battle. Designed for portrait play on iPhone and iPad. Play offline without an account or ads. Gameplay analytics can be turned off in Settings. TRY THE FIRST THREE STAGES Play the first three stages free. One optional, non-consumable purchase unlocks the full game, including all seven bosses and the Elite Road. Normal campaign progression still applies. Previous paid-app customers retain full access. No subscription.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Connect4Hero at none against InBetween Gate's shown. Connect4Hero also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). InBetween Gate's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. InBetween Gate sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Connect4Hero sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
InBetween Gate ships an update every 8 days, Connect4Hero every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | InBetween Gate | Connect4Hero |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 122 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | PU YEN LIN | Philip Yu |
In-app purchases
InBetween Gate
- Full Version$5.99
Connect4Hero
- Full Game$4.99
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