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Italian Checkers vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Italian Checkers's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

Italian Checkers
This App
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Nemesis
Mancala Online!
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Yachty Deluxe
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Core Identity
DeveloperUAB Target WorksScopely, Inc.Ironjaw Studios Private LimitedMeeple CorpRubicon Mobile LtdRubicon Mobile LtdAndrew MorrisonNikita BoharaMarmalade Game StudioDave Dyer
CategoryGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesBoardGames
PlatformiOSiOS, AndroidiOSiOS, AndroidiOSiOSiOS, AndroidiOSAndroid, iOSiOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating4.1 / 54.8 / 54.8 / 54.9 / 53.2 / 53.4 / 55.0 / 55.0 / 52.6 / 53.4 / 5
Ratings Count93,738,33117164185276718
PriceFreeFreeFree$3.99$2.99FreeFreeFreeFreeFree
Release DateJun 2, 2016Apr 11, 2023Sep 13, 2023Jun 26, 2025Jan 11, 2012Feb 17, 2021Feb 29, 2024Feb 9, 2026Oct 31, 2024Mar 14, 2016
Last UpdatedJan 15, 2024Jul 1, 2026Feb 10, 2026Apr 17, 2026Nov 24, 2016Mar 4, 2021Apr 18, 2026Mar 24, 2026May 13, 2026May 8, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment-mixed-positive--positive-negativemixed
Score-65/100-75/100--75/100-35/10065/100
Praises-
  • High-production value and frequent event updates
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  • Faithful digital adaptation of the physical board game mechanics provides an authentic tabletop experience
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  • Digital scoresheets replace paper logs and simplify tracking for various board games
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  • Local couch play functionality allows families to play together using individual mobile devices as controllers
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Complaints-
  • Aggressive monetization pressure and progression gates
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  • Three-dimensional board view and camera controls obscure gameplay and complicate precise tile placement during matches
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  • Permission errors prevent data saving and app functionality on newer Android devices
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  • Frequent connection failures between the companion app and the host console prevent players from joining games
  • Game state instability and freezing during active turns force players to abandon matches prematurely
  • Lack of persistent user profiles causes character and train customization to reset after every single match
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Requests-
  • Cloud-save synchronization
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  • Accessibility features including colorblind modes are required to distinguish between similar colored tile types
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  • Expansion of the game template database to include more specific board game titles
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  • Implementation of an undo button to prevent accidental train placement caused by minor physical handling errors
  • Integration of rule documentation within the companion app to allow mid-game reference without exiting
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Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • Adaptive AI engine adjusts difficulty to player skill, maintaining engagement for solo users.
  • High-production IP integrations drive superior acquisition
  • Social-griefing mechanics create sticky network effects
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  • Faithful adaptation of Spiel des Jahres mechanics sustains high user satisfaction
  • Cross-platform account linking increases multi-device stickiness
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  • Custom scoresheet templates drive user-generated content
  • External hobbyist platform integrations act as acquisition channels
  • Offline-first architecture enables play in travel environments
  • 12-game bundle provides high variety in a single download
  • Cross-platform utility layer increases value of core game purchase
  • Private hand management solves specific local multiplayer friction
  • Ad-free, non-commercial environment sustains a dedicated, purist user base
  • 100+ game library provides deep content variety
Weaknesses
  • Total rating count of 9 limits social proof and discovery in the App Store.
  • Heavy reliance on IAP-driven progression gates
  • High-frequency complaints regarding monetization pressure
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  • 3D camera controls obscure legal placement spots
  • Monetization relies on aesthetic items rather than high-value content expansions
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  • Android permission errors block core saving functionality
  • Total review count below 60 limits social proof
  • Lacks a formal player directory for recurring groups
  • Hard content gate restricts access to 10+ games
  • Lack of online multiplayer limits social retention
  • Persistent lobby connection failures reported in reviews
  • Lack of persistent user profiles forces repetitive setup
  • 2.87-star rating reflects high-frequency technical instability
  • 0.52 rating gap between iOS and Android platforms
  • Interface lacks tablet-optimized responsiveness
Pricingfreefreemiumfreemiumpaidpaidfreefreefreemiumfreefree
Momentum---Active--MaintenanceMaintenanceMaintenanceMaintenance
Update Cadence---5 versions, 4 majors/6mo, ~11d avg--2 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~7d avg1 versions5 versions, ~38d avg2 versions, ~1d avg

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