Tic vs Tic Tac Toe
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Tic
This strategy game challenges players to win three grids in a row by placing symbols. Each move dictates the opponent's next playable grid, adding a layer of tactical depth. If a grid is unplayable, opponents can choose any open space.
- Win three grids in a row
- Strategic move-based grid selection
- Dynamic opponent move restrictions
- Handles unplayable grids
- No advertisements
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The objective of the game is to win three grids in a row. To win a grid, you must get three of your symbols in a row. Your opponent must play in the grid that corresponds with the space you just played in. For example, if you play in the top right space of a grid, your opponent's next move must be in the top right grid. If the grid corresponding with the space you played in is no longer playable, your opponent can play in any open space.
Tic Tac Toe
Engage in the timeless game of TicTacToe against friends or multiple opponents simultaneously. Enjoy turn-based online matches on various Apple devices. Share your feedback for future improvements.
- Online multiplayer
- Turn-based gameplay
- Play with multiple friends
- Cross-device compatibility
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Tic Tac Toe brings the familiar X-and-O board to your Apple devices with a colorful, focused design. Start a quick round or settle in for a tougher challenge. PLAY YOUR WAY • Challenge the computer at Relaxed, Strategic, or No Mercy difficulty. • Use Pass & Play for two players on one device. • Find turn-based online matches through Game Center. • View Game Center leaderboards. PLAY ACROSS APPLE DEVICES Enjoy the game on iPhone and iPad, and play genuine rounds on Apple Watch. MADE TO FIT YOU Clear controls keep X, O, turns, and scores easy to follow. Sound and haptic feedback add character on supported devices. VoiceOver, Dynamic Type, and Reduce Motion support help you play in the way that works best for you. Features may vary by device. Online play requires Game Center and a network connection.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tic at 58% against Tic Tac Toe's 0%. Tic also leads on rating (3.6 vs 2.2) and ratings volume (40 vs 5). Tic Tac Toe's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Tic sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Tic Tac Toe sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Tic holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tic has 40 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Tic's written reviews are positive against 0% of Tic Tac Toe's.
Tic ships an update every 2 months, Tic Tac Toe every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Tic | Tic Tac Toe |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.6 (40 ratings) — better | 2.2 (5 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 57.9% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 40 — better | 5 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 11.3 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nolan Mathews | Carlos Chaparro |
Customer experience
Tic
Tic Tac Toe
In-app purchases
Tic
- Computer Player$0.99
Tic Tac Toe
- Small Tip$0.49
- TicTacToe Tip$1.00
