Comparison

Nonocross vs ShardRun

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

Head to head
About

Nonocross

This logic puzzle game challenges you to fill a grid using number clues, revealing a hidden pixel-art image with each correct move. It offers handcrafted puzzles, a relaxing yet challenging experience, and hints for when you get stuck.

Highlights
  • Number clue grid filling
  • Hidden image reveal
  • Handcrafted puzzles
  • Pixel-art images
  • Hint system
  • Relaxing gameplay
Features
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Put your logic skills to the test with Nonocross, the addictive number puzzle game where every correct move helps bring a hidden image to life! How it works Use the numbers as clues to fill in the grid. Each row and column tells you how many blocks to mark. Think carefully, avoid mistakes, and watch as the mystery image is revealed! Features Handcrafted puzzles Beautiful pixel-art images to uncover Simple to learn, challenging to master Helpful hints when you’re stuck Relaxing gameplay with a rewarding twist Challenge your brain You only have a limited number of lives—so every move counts! Plan wisely, use hints when needed, and sharpen your logic skills with every level. Collect and reveal From cute animals to fun surprises, each completed puzzle unlocks a unique image. Can you reveal them all? Whether you're a puzzle beginner or a seasoned pro, Nonocross offers the perfect mix of relaxation and challenge. Download now and start revealing!

About

ShardRun

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ShardRun is a fast-paced reflex game where split-second timing is everything. Your crystal orb hurtles through an endless gauntlet of barriers and gates. Hold the screen to shatter into invincible fragments — but you can't score. Release to reassemble — now you can collect points, but one hit means death. The core choice is simple: stay shattered and safe, or risk it all for a higher score. HOW TO PLAY - Hold anywhere to shatter your orb into prismatic fragments - Release to reassemble and collect gates for points - Phase through deadly barriers while shattered - Time your transitions carefully — there's a brief moment where you're neither safe nor scoring FEATURES - Pure reflex gameplay — no upgrades, no pay-to-win, just skill - 6 visual zones that shift as your score climbs: Void Depths, Nebula Rise, Solar Drift, Frozen Rift, Inferno Core, Astral Crown - Smooth difficulty ramp — speed and obstacle density increase the longer you survive - Streak bonuses for consecutive gate collections - Crystal Prism visual theme with prismatic shard animations - Synthesized crystal sound effects - One-touch controls — hold and release, that's it How far can you push your luck before you shatter for good?

Screenshots

Nonocross3 screens
ShardRun3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ShardRun at every 2 weeks against Nonocross's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Nonocross ships an update every 2 months, ShardRun every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Nonocross versus ShardRun: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNonocrossShardRun
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2.2K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews31.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.2K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size311 MB45 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperGimica GmbHMuhammad Awwad

In-app purchases

None

Nonocross

No in-app purchases

None

ShardRun

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Nonocross free?
Nonocross is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ShardRun free?
ShardRun is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Nonocross or ShardRun have ads?
Both Nonocross and ShardRun show ads.
Which is updated more often, Nonocross or ShardRun?
Nonocross ships an update every 2 months, and ShardRun every 2 weeks. Most recently, Nonocross was updated on September 29, 2026 and ShardRun on September 20, 2026.

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