Blackbox vs Year Guessr
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Blackbox
This puzzle game challenges you to solve intricate problems without touching the screen. It utilizes minimalistic visual cues, sonic interfaces, and haptic feedback to guide you through unique challenges that require thinking outside the box. Discover a new way to interact with your device and prove your cleverness.
- Touchless gameplay
- Minimalistic visual clues
- Sonic interfaces
- Haptic feedback
- External puzzle solving
- Easter eggs
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So you think you understand this thing you’re holding? Think again. Stop tapping. Stop swiping. In fact, stop touching the screen at all. To crack Blackbox’s puzzles you’ll need to find solitude and stillness, climb mountains, call on friends, get in tune with the cosmos, and think outside the box. Minimalistic visual clues make for incredibly satisfying “Aha!” moments, while sonic interfaces provide an extra level of guidance and nuance that makes Blackbox accessible with or without vision. Thoughtful haptic feedback, Easter eggs on Easter eggs, and solutions that can’t be found beneath the glass of your screen redefine what a puzzle can be. You’ll never see your device the same way again. Think you’re clever? Prove it. (Blackbox is a living game under active development by Ryan McLeod. When not eating burritos or drinking coffee, he’s busy designing and developing new Blackbox challenges.) ■
Year Guessr
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Welcome to YearGuessr — the fast, fun, and surprisingly addictive way to learn history. Think you know your timelines? Put your knowledge to the test as you race against the clock to guess the exact year based on a series of clues. From world-changing events and iconic sports moments to pop culture milestones and scientific breakthroughs, every round is a chance to learn something new. Learn without even trying YearGuessr turns history into a game. Each round reveals up to 5 carefully curated clues spanning world events, pop culture, sports, technology, and politics. As you play, you naturally build a deeper understanding of how moments across different domains connect in time. It’s perfect for students, trivia lovers, and anyone curious about the world. Fast-paced and addictive gameplay You have just 60 seconds to make your guess. The earlier you guess correctly, the higher your score. Use fewer clues for bigger rewards—or play it safe and wait for more hints. Every decision matters, making each round exciting and strategic. Compete and improve Challenge yourself to beat your personal best or compete with friends to see who has the sharpest sense of history. Track your progress, refine your instincts, and watch your knowledge grow with every game. A wide range of topics From the first Michelin Guide to the Olympics, from classic literature to groundbreaking scientific discoveries—YearGuessr brings together events from across the globe and across time. No two rounds are ever the same. Fun for all ages Simple to play, hard to master. Whether you’re a student, a trivia enthusiast, or just looking for a fun way to pass the time, YearGuessr is designed to be accessible and engaging for everyone. Why you’ll love YearGuessr Learn history, pop culture, sports, and more in a fun, interactive way Quick 60-second rounds perfect for playing anytime Engaging clue-based gameplay that rewards both knowledge and intuition Great for solo play or friendly competition Endless variety keeps every game fresh and exciting If you love trivia, puzzles, or learning new things, YearGuessr is your next obsession. Download now and see how well you really know history.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Year Guessr at none against Blackbox's 10. Blackbox's advantage is chart position (#32 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 26.2). 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
Both are free to download. Blackbox sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Year Guessr asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Blackbox | Year Guessr |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (109K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 92.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 109K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #32 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 209 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | Shapes and Stories LLC | Anindya Mehta |
Bugs and requests
Blackbox
Reported bugs
2 issues- Hints not working as expected
- Progress reset after app update
Requested features
4 requests- Add ability to earn hint credits through watching ads
- Include more free puzzles
- Improve accessibility for users with limited mobility
- Provide better guidance and instructions for puzzles
Year Guessr
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Blackbox
- Tiny Hint Pack$1.19
- Small Hint Pack$2.39
- Erudite Pack$2.99
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- Push Pack$2.99
- Coffee for Ryan$4.49
- Basic Pack$4.99
- Medium Hint Pack$5.00
- All Knowing Pack$7.99
- Large Hint Pack$10.00
- Extra Large Hint Pack$20.00
Year Guessr
No in-app purchases









