Comparison

XonixMinimal vs RetroQix

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

Head to head
About

XonixMinimal

Features
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INTRODUCING: - Slide to ENGAGE on the opening screen - Pick Regular or Easter Bunny mode before you play - Easter Bunny: bunny bricks + welcome animation (default in April) - Clearer hints before each realm - Better level analytics Previous version: INTRODUCING: - New seasonal character Böse Kaninchen - Simplified gameplay for the holidays season - Hidden Easter Egg to navigate between levels Previous version: Refined Gameplay based on the feedback from the user: Geo The "Cats vs. Bricks" Rebranding Update: TOTAL REBRAND: XonixMinimal is now Cats vs. Bricks! NEW THEME: Experience the core logic with all-new Cat and Brick entities. BALANCED PROGRESSION: 10 curated Realms with a refined difficulty curve. RESPAWN MECHANIC: In Inverse Mode, eliminated Cats now respawn after a 3-second delay for a constant challenge. DISTRIBUTED STARTS: Multiple cats now spawn from different sides of the screen to test your reactions. UPDATED VISUALS: New artistic assets.

About

RetroQix

Reclaim the neon grid by drawing lines to capture territory and trap bouncing enemies. Utilize power-ups like slow motion and shields to survive increasingly challenging levels. Compete for high scores with smooth, retro-inspired gameplay.

Highlights
  • Reclaim grid territory
  • Trap bouncing enemies
  • Unlock power-ups
  • Smooth 120Hz gameplay
  • Retro neon aesthetic
  • Procedurally generated levels
  • Local leaderboards
Features
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RETROQIX: Territory Conquest Rediscover the golden age of arcades with a modern, high-speed twist! RETROQIX challenges you to reclaim the grid from chaotic bouncing enemies. Swipe to draw lines, cut off territory, and fill the screen with vibrant neon light. But be careful—if an enemy hits your trail while you're drawing, it's Game Over! CONQUER THE GRID  Your goal is simple: capture at least 80% of the game area. Use strategy and speed to trap enemies in small pockets or slice huge chunks of the field at once for massive bonus points. POWER-UP YOUR PLAY Unlock game-changing abilities to turn the tide: Slow Motion: Matrix-style bullet time to dodge impossible attacks. Freeze: Stop enemies cold in their tracks. Shield: momentary invincibility to make risky cuts. Blaster: Fight back! Shoot down enemies to clear the path. Extra Life: Now guaranteed on milestone levels to keep your run alive! FEATURES Butter-Smooth Gameplay: Optimized for 120Hz ProMotion displays. Experience zero-lag precision even on the latest iPhones. Retro aesthetic: Stunning neon visuals, scanline CRT effects, and a synthwave atmosphere. Endless Challenge: Procedurally generated levels that get harder as you progress. High Score Chase: Local leaderboards to track your best runs. Haptic Feedback: Feel every cut and collision. Are you fast enough to conquer the RetroQix grid? Download now and start slicing!

Screenshots

XonixMinimal1 screens
RetroQix4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: XonixMinimal at none against RetroQix's 3. RetroQix's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.1). On price, ads 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. RetroQix sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. XonixMinimal asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

XonixMinimal ships an update every 2 months, RetroQix every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
XonixMinimal versus RetroQix: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXonixMinimalRetroQix
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlexander SavelyevJuan Manuel Bravo

In-app purchases

None

XonixMinimal

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

RetroQix

One-time3
  • Continue Pack (3x)$0.99
  • Premium Power-Ups$1.99
  • Premium Pack$3.99

Questions

Is XonixMinimal free?
XonixMinimal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RetroQix free?
RetroQix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do XonixMinimal or RetroQix have ads?
Neither XonixMinimal nor RetroQix shows ads.
Which is updated more often, XonixMinimal or RetroQix?
XonixMinimal ships an update every 2 months, and RetroQix every 3 days. Most recently, XonixMinimal was updated on October 30, 2026 and RetroQix on October 31, 2026.

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