Comparison

Pirate Dice vs Classic Hanafuda

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

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About

Pirate Dice

Command your pirate fleet in this dice-rolling RPG. Strategically roll dice to create powerful combos, battle enemy ships, and loot treasures. Recruit a unique crew to upgrade your ship and explore new seas.

Highlights
  • Dice rolling for combos
  • Tactical dice battles
  • Destroy enemy ships
  • Loot treasure and coins
  • Recruit and upgrade crew
  • Explore new seas
Features
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ROLL THE DICE. RULE THE SEAS. You're not just a pirate — you're the captain of your own fleet. Set sail across dangerous seas, roll for massive combos, and let luck and strategy decide the outcome of every battle! ROLL FOR EPIC COMBOS — WHERE LUCK MEETS STRATEGY Every battle starts with a roll of the dice. Will fortune favor you with the perfect combo, or will you need to out-think a bad roll? Chain your dice into powerful attack combos and unleash devastating damage on enemy ships. No two rolls — and no two battles — ever play the same. DESTROY ENEMY SHIPS & LOOT EVERYTHING Blast through rival fleets in fast, tactical dice battles. Sink their ships, grab every coin, and loot every treasure chest they drop. The bigger the combo, the bigger the loot — and a lucky roll can turn the tide of any fight. RECRUIT YOUR PIRATE CREW Find and recruit powerful crew members, each with unique skills and abilities. Combine their strengths to build the ultimate pirate ship and dice combo team — ready to take on tougher seas and stronger enemy fleets ahead. EXPLORE NEW SEAS, HUNT FOR TREASURE Every treasure chest and coin you loot unlocks new features, upgrades, and uncharted seas. Push further, face stronger bosses, and grow your bounty one voyage at a time. WHY CAPTAINS LOVE THIS DICE PIRATE RPG Simple to learn — roll and go, no complicated tutorials Addictive dice combo-building — luck and skill work together in every roll Deep crew progression — recruit, upgrade, and build the fleet that fits your playstyle Endless voyages — new seas, new loot, new treasure, new challenges Grab your dice, gather your crew, and sail toward your legend. Roll, loot, and conquer the seven seas — download now and set sail!

About

Classic Hanafuda

Experience the authentic Japanese card game "Koi-Koi" with various modes, including standard matches and challenging survival. Learn the rules easily with helpful hints and enjoy rich progression through achievements and artwork collection.

Highlights
  • Authentic Koi-Koi gameplay
  • Standard and Survival game modes
  • Beginner-friendly hint system
  • Achievement system
  • Ukiyo-e artwork collection
  • Detailed game statistics
Features
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Experience the authentic Japanese card game "Koi-Koi" right on your smartphone! From standard matches to thrilling survival modes, beginner guides, and rich collection elements, there's endless fun for everyone! ◆ Game Features ◆ [Selectable Game Modes] - Standard Match: Enjoy classic, relaxing games at your own pace. - Survival Mode: Challenge yourself to see how many consecutive rivals you can defeat! Aim for an unbeatable win streak! [Authentic "Koi-Koi" Gameplay] Featuring the most popular traditional Hanafuda rules: "Koi-Koi." Enjoy snappy, intuitive controls and satisfying, rhythmic gameplay. [Helpful Hints for Beginners] Never played before? Not sure which card to play? Don't worry! With in-game hint features highlighting matched cards and achievable yaku, you'll naturally master the rules as you play. [Rich Progression & Collection Elements] - Achievement System: Complete various missions and claim great rewards! - Collections & Gacha: Unlock beautiful Ukiyo-e artwork using points earned in matches! - Detailed Stats: Review your win rate, longest win streak, Koi-Koi success rate, and more. [Recommended For] - Fans of Hanafuda and traditional Japanese card games - Players looking to test their skills in endless Survival win streaks - Anyone looking for a quick, engaging card game during breaks - Collectors and completionists who love achievements - Beginners wanting to learn the rules of Hanafuda easily Start your exciting Koi-Koi match today!

Screenshots

Pirate Dice4 screens
Classic Hanafuda3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Classic Hanafuda at 4.5 against Pirate Dice's 3.0. Classic Hanafuda also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks). Pirate Dice's advantage is ratings volume (6 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Classic Hanafuda holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pirate Dice ships an update every 5 weeks, Classic Hanafuda weekly. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Pirate Dice versus Classic Hanafuda: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPirate DiceClassic Hanafuda
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (6 ratings)4.5 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size148 MB173 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVu Hai Anh NguyenCHAOS

Customer experience

Pirate Dice

All ratings6 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral40.0%
Negative40.0%

Classic Hanafuda

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Pirate Dice

No in-app purchases

None

Classic Hanafuda

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pirate Dice free?
Pirate Dice is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Classic Hanafuda free?
Classic Hanafuda is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Pirate Dice or Classic Hanafuda?
Classic Hanafuda is rated higher. Pirate Dice averages 3.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Classic Hanafuda averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.
Do Pirate Dice or Classic Hanafuda have ads?
Both Pirate Dice and Classic Hanafuda show ads.
Which is updated more often, Pirate Dice or Classic Hanafuda?
Pirate Dice ships an update every 5 weeks, and Classic Hanafuda weekly. Most recently, Pirate Dice was updated on October 13, 2026 and Classic Hanafuda on October 13, 2026.

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