Comparison

ZAGA vs Blockcharted

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

Head to head
About

ZAGA

Control two bouncing lines to navigate through vibrant environments. Tap to change direction, match colors to score, and dodge obstacles. Collect orbs to unlock new visual themes and experience a challenging arcade adventure.

Highlights
  • Dual line control
  • Color matching gameplay
  • Obstacle avoidance
  • Orb collection for unlocks
  • Unlockable themes
  • Stunning visuals
Features
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The ZAGA begins. A gorgeous combination of quick reactions and stunning visuals for you to zig and zag your way through. From the creators of Smove, comes the next classic arcade game. Two lines bounce back and forth. Can you control them? Tap to change directions, match the colors to collect points, and definitely definitely avoid the obstacles. Collect orbs to unlock new themes! From the far reaches of space, to the calming waves of the sea, zag your way through uncharted environments. Life isn't a journey, it's a ZAGA.

About

Blockcharted

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Defy gravity and test your reflexes in this fast-paced platformer challenge! Scale treacherous heights, dodge deadly obstacles, and master precise jumps to survive. Use wall jumps and unique power-ups like time freeze, slow motion, and teleportation to push your limits. Choose between two intense modes: climb through the skies in Classic Mode or escape the rising flames in the relentless Inferno Mode. With tight controls, retro aesthetics, and pulse-pounding chiptune music, every moment is a test of skill. How high can you go? Indonesia Game Rating (IGRS): 13+ - Fast-paced arcade gameplay – Ultra-responsive controls for pure precision. - Retro vibes – Stylish pixel art with nostalgic visual effects. - Precision platforming – Wall jumps, tricky landings, and no room for error. - Unique power-ups – Slow time, freeze hazards, or teleport to escape danger. - Two intense modes – Reach the skies in Classic Mode or outrun fire in Inferno Mode. - Epic chiptune soundtrack – Two dynamic tracks fueling the action.

Screenshots

ZAGA4 screens
Blockcharted4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Blockcharted at none against ZAGA's 4. ZAGA's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 9 months). On price 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. ZAGA sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Blockcharted asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ZAGA ships an update weekly, Blockcharted every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
ZAGA versus Blockcharted: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZAGABlockcharted
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (172 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews74.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings172 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS6.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size294 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSimple Machine, LLCJimmy NOLLET

Bugs and requests

ZAGA

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • App crashes on startup or loading screen
  • Significant frame rate drops after extended play
  • Ads interrupt gameplay and cause game over
  • Unresponsive tap controls
  • Incompatible with older iOS versions
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  • App stalls and requires device reboot
  • Lagging performance during gameplay

Requested features

6 requests
  • Additional game modes and levels
  • More theme options
  • Bonus levels or new challenges
  • Difficulty settings or speed adjustment
  • Multiplayer or competitive features
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  • Better ad placement (not during gameplay)

Blockcharted

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

ZAGA

One-time4
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • 1,000 Orbs$1.99
  • 2,200 Orbs$2.99
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  • 4,500 Orbs$4.99
None

Blockcharted

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ZAGA free?
ZAGA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Blockcharted free?
Blockcharted is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ZAGA or Blockcharted have ads?
Blockcharted shows ads; ZAGA does not.
Which is updated more often, ZAGA or Blockcharted?
ZAGA ships an update weekly, and Blockcharted every 9 months. Most recently, ZAGA was updated on October 16, 2026 and Blockcharted on October 11, 2026.

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