Comparison

Boulder Dash 30th Ann. Premium vs Boulder Mayhem

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

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About

Boulder Dash 30th Ann. Premium

Embark on a challenging action-puzzler adventure with classic gameplay and new twists. Dig through caves, collect gems, avoid hazards, and unlock new characters and levels in this anniversary edition.

Highlights
  • 260 levels with advanced physics
  • 13 new worlds with 3D animations
  • New gem combos and power-ups
  • Premium world by Peter Liepa
  • 10 playable characters
  • Controller support
  • Diagonal movement
Features
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Recently featured in the App Store as a "Best New Game" and "Best New Update" in more than 75 countries worldwide! Boulder Dash®-30th Anniversary™ is getting great reviews! "...an action-puzzler that remains true to the original classic gameplay, with added features and controls that offer a new twist to the game’s many levels, and several new puzzles." - Indiegamemag "This new version of Boulder Dash both looks and plays really well... I'd definitely recommend downloading and checking out Boulder Dash 30th Anniversary" - Touch Arcade "...the first game in the beloved franchise to include diagonal walls and movement, throwing both vets and newcomers in for a challenging spin." - Retro "...the game is still as challenging as it used to be back in the day so you best be prepared if you’re willing to journey through the depths of earth in search of treasures and celebrate the 30th anniversary of a truly classic game." - Touchtapplay Boulder Dash®-30th Anniversary™ Premium Edition comes with 8 unique worlds and 260 challenging levels! 2 uniquely themed worlds with 40 intriguing and mind-bending levels of DLC are available for purchase. This version contains NO ADVERTISING! Gem Collectors, Dig This! Boulder Dash®-30th Anniversary™ finds our heroes, Rockford™, Crystal™ and others, facing a slew of new, exciting challenges in this legendary action puzzler. Dig through spectacular caves with 3D elements; avoid falling boulders; collect valuable gems and avoid nefarious enemies along the way. Discover treasure chests with rare collectibles and potent power-ups. With 260 exciting levels, 13 new, gorgeous worlds, and 10 playable characters, Boulder Dash-30th Anniversary is the best game in its 30 year history. The original Boulder Dash® was created by Peter Liepa with Chris Gray over 30 years ago and published by First Star Software in 1984. Boulder Dash®-30th Anniversary is the first, and only, game in the multi-million unit selling Boulder Dash series to include both a premium world designed by Peter Liepa and another by Chris Gray. While providing classic Boulder Dash core gameplay mechanics and features, Boulder Dash-30th Anniversary introduces exciting new elements such as diagonal movement, which opens up new and intriguing puzzles while creating a very different and organic look for the caves. Features Include: • 260 levels with advanced physics! • 13 Never-before-seen worlds, with new creatures with 3D animations! • New multicolored gem combos, treasure chests, rare collectibles and spectacular power-ups! • Premium world by videogame legend Peter Liepa who returns to the game he created 30 years ago with 20 of the most mind-bending levels yet! • Play as Rockford™ or unlock 9 other playable male and female characters including Crystal™! • Controller support added including 8BitDo NES30! • Gamecenter support (Achievements & Leaderboards)! • First Boulder Dash game ever to include diagonal walls and movement! • Languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Russian! Follow us: www.bbg-entertainment.com Boulder Dash® is a trademark of BBG Entertainment GmbH, registered in the European Union and the U.S. Boulder Dash®-30 Anniversary™, names and likenesses of Rockford™, Crystal™ and Goldford™ are trademarks of BBG Entertainment GmbH. Boulder Dash®-30 Anniversary™ Copyright © 1984-2017 BBG Entertainment GmbH. All rights reserved. The original Boulder Dash® was created by Peter Liepa with Chris Gray. Additional information at www.bbg-entertainment.com

About

Boulder Mayhem

Features
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Boulder Mayhem: Unleash the Destruction! Roll, Smash, Conquer: 5 Levels of Chaotic Fun! Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled arcade adventure where you control a colossal boulder on a destructive rampage! Boulder Mayhem is an action-packed game that will test your skills and reflexes as you navigate treacherous landscapes and leave a trail of mayhem in your wake. Key Features: 5 Unique Levels: Embark on a thrilling journey through 5 distinct and challenging levels: Sunny Day: A bright and cheerful starting point. Snowy Day: Slip and slide on icy surfaces, adding a new layer of challenge. Windy Day: Battle gusting winds and unpredictable hazards. Blizzard Day: Visibility drops as the storm intensifies, making navigation even trickier. Doomsday: The ultimate challenge, featuring the most chaotic and intense obstacles. Destructive Gameplay: Smash through buildings, crush mission entities, and watch the environment crumble around you as you unleash the full power of your boulder. Demolish everything in your path! Skillful Maneuvering: Dodge a variety of traps and obstacles, including spikes, pits, and swinging hazards. Precision and timing are key to survival. Awesome Power-ups: Tremor: Trigger devastating earthquakes to obliterate everything in your path Speed: Boost your boulder to breakneck speeds for maximum destruction Immunity: Become invincible and plow through any obstacle without fear! Repair: Mend your boulder and keep the wrecking rolling 2x Point Multiplier: Double your score and climb the leaderboards faster Daily & Weekly Challenges: Complete exciting missions and milestones to earn awesome rewards! High Score Challenges: Compete with friends and players worldwide for the highest scores on each level. Can you achieve total domination and climb to the top of the leaderboards? Unlockable Content: Earn rewards and unlock new levels, challenges, and customization options as you progress through the game. Intuitive Controls: Easy-to-learn controls make the game accessible to players of all ages and skill levels. Stunning 3D Visuals: Immerse yourself in vibrant and detailed environments that bring the chaos to life. Addictive Gameplay: With its fast-paced action, challenging levels, and endless replayability, Boulder Mayhem will keep you coming back for more. Are you ready to unleash the mayhem? Download Boulder Mayhem now and experience the thrill of destruction!

Screenshots

Boulder Dash 30th Ann. Premium4 screens
Boulder Mayhem4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Boulder Mayhem at Free against Boulder Dash 30th Ann. Premium's $4.99. Boulder Dash 30th Ann. Premium's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 12.0). On ads, in-app purchases 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

Boulder Mayhem is free to download; Boulder Dash 30th Ann. Premium costs $4.99 up front. Boulder Dash 30th Ann. Premium sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Boulder Mayhem sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Boulder Dash 30th Ann. Premium versus Boulder Mayhem: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoulder Dash 30th Ann. PremiumBoulder Mayhem
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 16 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size161 MB998 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperBBG Entertainment GmbHBURAK ASIK

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Boulder Dash 30th Ann. Premium

One-time9
  • Bit Box World$1.99
  • Classic Remix World2 variants$1.99
  • Critter Creek World$1.99
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  • The Bouldering Comp$1.99
  • 20 Shades of Gray World$1.99
  • 1250 Gold Bars$19.99
  • 2750 Gold Bars$39.99
  • 4500 Gold Bars$59.99
  • 10000 Gold Bars$99.99
5 purchases

Boulder Mayhem

One-time5
  • 10 Premium Coins$0.99
  • 20 Premium Coins$1.99
  • 50 Premium Coins$3.99
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  • Remove Ads & 20 Rewarded Skips$4.99
  • 100 Premium Coins$6.99

Questions

Is Boulder Dash 30th Ann. Premium free?
Boulder Dash 30th Ann. Premium costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Boulder Mayhem free?
Boulder Mayhem is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Boulder Dash 30th Ann. Premium or Boulder Mayhem have ads?
Neither Boulder Dash 30th Ann. Premium nor Boulder Mayhem shows ads.

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