Comparison

Blindfold Cryptogram vs Hunting the ducks

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

Head to head
About

Blindfold Cryptogram

This game offers a unique audio-based cryptogram experience, playable with gestures and compatible with screen readers. Solve puzzles by listening and interacting without a visible board, with multiple input methods and customization options.

Highlights
  • Audio-based gameplay
  • Gesture controls
  • Screen reader compatibility
  • Multiple input methods
  • Customizable speech speed
  • Built-in hints
Features
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Blindfold Games are entertainment apps provided as a service to the visually impaired community by Objective Ed. Your in-app upgrades pay for the development and support of these games.  Cryptogram is a fully accessible Cryptogram game for both sighted and visually impaired people, designed for rapid audio play. Cryptogram comes with 5 assorted Cryptogram quotes by famous people - categories include age, change, computers, being cool and education - and the game is entirely controlled through gestures. It doesn't require voice-over but is fully compatible with voice-over. The Cryptogram puzzle board is not visible; instead, you play by listening. Flick left and right to move one letter at a time, and hear the encrypted letter. Swipe with 2 fingers to move one word left, or one word right. Swipe up to hear the entire encrypted puzzle, and your solution. You can enter your solution for each letter three different ways- using a Bluetooth keypad, using the alphabet at the bottom of the screen, or using a popup keypad. The popup keypad also provides buttons for getting hints, and a frequency table. You can customize the game to your liking: how much extra information is spoken and how quickly it is spoken.

About

Hunting the ducks

An audio-based hunting game where players shoot or net ducks flying by. Earn points by catching ducks quickly and in succession, with a limited number of attempts. Supports multiplayer and Game Center integration for competitive play.

Highlights
  • Audio-based gameplay
  • Duck shooting and netting modes
  • Scoring system based on speed and streaks
  • Limited attempts per round
  • Real-time multiplayer
  • Game Center integration
Features
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You are in the woods on the shore of a pond. Occasionally, a duck will fly by, sometimes from left to right, sometimes from right to left, sometimes slowly and sometimes quickly. Either you are a hunter trying to shoot the ducks, or you are a nature conservation officer trying to catch the ducks with a net for research. Try to catch as many ducks as possible to earn points. But listen carefully, because you only have 20 attempts. Fast ducks earn you more points. The more ducks you catch in a row, the more points you receive for the next duck you catch. Note: Ducks you do not attempt to catch will not be counted. The fewer attempts you need to catch a duck, the more points you earn. Note: "Hunting the ducks" is an audio game, which means that the game is played by ear. Headphones or earbuds are required to play this game properly. "Hunting the ducks" integrates Game Center, allowing you to compare scores, track your achievements and play against each other in real time with 2 to 4 players. Don't hesitate to try "Hunting the ducks" for free.

Screenshots

Blindfold Cryptogram3 screens
Hunting the ducks3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hunting the ducks at 100% against Blindfold Cryptogram's 0%. Hunting the ducks also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). Blindfold Cryptogram's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (3 vs 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. Hunting the ducks sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Blindfold Cryptogram asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hunting the ducks holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Blindfold Cryptogram's written reviews are positive against 100% of Hunting the ducks's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Blindfold Cryptogram ships an update every 3 months, Hunting the ducks monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Blindfold Cryptogram versus Hunting the ducks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlindfold CryptogramHunting the ducks
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (3 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB23 MB
Age rating4+12+
Developermarty schultzKristof Nijs

Customer experience

Blindfold Cryptogram

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Hunting the ducks

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Blindfold Cryptogram

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Hunting the ducks

One-time1
  • Purchasing the app$4.49

Questions

Is Blindfold Cryptogram free?
Blindfold Cryptogram is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hunting the ducks free?
Hunting the ducks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Blindfold Cryptogram or Hunting the ducks?
Hunting the ducks is rated higher. Blindfold Cryptogram averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Hunting the ducks averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Blindfold Cryptogram or Hunting the ducks have ads?
Neither Blindfold Cryptogram nor Hunting the ducks shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Blindfold Cryptogram or Hunting the ducks?
Blindfold Cryptogram ships an update every 3 months, and Hunting the ducks monthly. Most recently, Blindfold Cryptogram was updated on October 13, 2026 and Hunting the ducks on September 26, 2026.

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