Comparison

ChainSpin vs Cross Tactics Puzzle

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

Head to head
About

ChainSpin

Features
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ChainSpin is a rotational puzzle game where you spin the junctions between blocks, match colors, clear the board, and create satisfying chain reactions. The controls are simple—just choose a junction and spin. But mastering the game requires you to read the board, anticipate how the blocks will move, and carefully decide where and which way to rotate. Clear groups of matching colors and enjoy the thrill of building one chain after another. Progress through a variety of levels, each with its own objectives and board layouts. The opening tutorial levels introduce the controls and game mechanics step by step, making ChainSpin easy to pick up even if you are new to puzzle games. Clearing large groups creates useful items that can change the course of the game. Use a variety of items, including Shuffle Blocks that rearrange the board when you need a new opportunity. You can also choose how item chain reactions are triggered, adding another layer of strategy to their order and timing. Your score is based on more than blocks cleared and chains created. Items and remaining moves can also earn you a clear bonus. Each level awards stars based on your score, giving you new reasons to replay completed stages and aim for a higher rating. Compete through Game Center rankings for the highest level reached, longest chain, highest score, and total stars earned. Title medals based on your progress and special celebrations at milestone levels make every step forward more rewarding. Spin, match, and chain. Enjoy an easy-to-play puzzle game with surprising strategic depth—and plenty of reasons to play again.

About

Cross Tactics Puzzle

Features
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Move panels, merge and power them up, and use skills to fight your way through this strategy puzzle game. Combine panels with the same value to grow stronger, control the board, and challenge powerful bosses. With a variety of skills and awakenings, every run offers a different strategy and outcome. Strategic gameplay where positioning and timing matter Control the board with unique skills Diverse bosses with distinct abilities Simple to play, yet deeply strategic—experience a new kind of puzzle game.

Screenshots

ChainSpin4 screens
Cross Tactics Puzzle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ChainSpin at none against Cross Tactics Puzzle's 1. ChainSpin also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, 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. Cross Tactics Puzzle sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ChainSpin asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ChainSpin ships an update weekly, Cross Tactics Puzzle every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
ChainSpin versus Cross Tactics Puzzle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChainSpinCross Tactics Puzzle
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.6
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHida KazuhikoTetsuya Kawashima

In-app purchases

None

ChainSpin

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Cross Tactics Puzzle

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is ChainSpin free?
ChainSpin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cross Tactics Puzzle free?
Cross Tactics Puzzle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ChainSpin or Cross Tactics Puzzle have ads?
Cross Tactics Puzzle shows ads; ChainSpin does not.
Which is updated more often, ChainSpin or Cross Tactics Puzzle?
ChainSpin ships an update weekly, and Cross Tactics Puzzle every 3 weeks. Most recently, ChainSpin was updated on October 6, 2026 and Cross Tactics Puzzle on October 24, 2026.

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