Ticket to Ride® Companion vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Ticket to Ride® Companion's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

Codenames
Contender
Core Identity
DeveloperMarmalade Game StudioMegaJogosCGE Digital s.r.o.Twin Sails InteractiveEvgeniy BujanivskiyDave DyerDire Wolf DigitalTwin Sails InteractiveTwin Sails InteractiveUAB Target Works
CategoryBoardCardGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGames
PlatformAndroid, iOSAndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOSiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOSiOSiOS
Store Metrics
Rating2.6 / 54.7 / 54.7 / 52.8 / 54.6 / 53.4 / 54.0 / 52.5 / 53.0 / 54.4 / 5
Ratings Count67147,8981,029671591891254118138
PriceFreeFree$4.99FreeFreeFree$7.99$4.99$3.99Free
Release DateOct 31, 2024Sep 27, 2012Sep 11, 2024Nov 19, 2018Feb 2, 2021Mar 14, 2016Feb 28, 2023Mar 30, 2020May 24, 2017Feb 25, 2012
Last UpdatedMay 13, 2026May 13, 2026Apr 29, 2026Oct 23, 2019Jun 13, 2025May 8, 2026Jul 25, 2024Aug 4, 2021Mar 18, 2019Jan 8, 2024
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentimentnegative-mixedterrible-mixedmixedterriblenegative-
Score35/100-45/10025/100-65/10045/10020/10025/100-
Praises
  • Local couch play functionality allows families to play together using individual mobile devices as controllers
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  • Adaptation of the physical board game mechanics provides a refreshing and engaging digital experience
  • The core bluffing and social deduction mechanics provide an engaging experience for groups of friends
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  • Faithful digital adaptation of the physical board game mechanics keeps tabletop fans engaged
  • Core board game mechanics provide an engaging and classic strategic experience for players
  • Faithful digital adaptation of the physical card game provides a high-quality experience for tabletop fans
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Complaints
  • 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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  • Frequent server connectivity issues and maintenance downtime disrupt active matches and daily challenge progress
  • Game progress resets entirely if the app is closed or the screen turns off
  • Instructional materials are overly complex and difficult for new players to understand without outside help
  • The app interface lacks a back button for correcting input errors during the setup phase
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  • Frequent game crashes and soft locks during matches disrupt the core gameplay experience
  • Persistent server instability and connection failures prevent users from completing online matches
  • Frequent application freezes and crashes during gameplay sessions disrupt progress and frustrate active users
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Requests
  • 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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  • Implementation of a turn timer would prevent excessive waiting and improve the pace of matches
  • Multiplayer connectivity allowing each player to use their own device instead of passing one phone
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  • Local pass and play multiplayer mode to facilitate social gaming without online requirements
  • Expansion content availability to match the depth of the physical board game
  • Cross-device progress synchronization via cloud saves to prevent data loss between different hardware
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Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • Cross-platform utility layer increases value of core game purchase
  • Private hand management solves specific local multiplayer friction
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  • Faithful tabletop-to-digital translation sustains core engagement
  • One-time purchase model creates a clean, ad-free environment
  • Dual-role mechanics differentiate the title from generic word puzzles
  • Black Mirror IP branding drives initial install velocity
  • Core social-deduction loop creates high-engagement group sessions
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  • Ad-free, non-commercial environment sustains a dedicated, purist user base
  • 100+ game library provides deep content variety
  • Faithful mechanical translation of physical board game rules
  • Unique hero-specific deck depth
  • Strategic overlays provide utility unavailable in physical board games
  • Conqueror AI provides a high-skill ceiling for solo players
  • Faithful adaptation of original tabletop mechanics [Market: Tabletop segment]
  • Vincent Dutrait's high-quality art direction [Market: Tabletop segment]
  • Distraction-free classic gameplay design sustains a low barrier to entry for casual users.
  • Adaptive AI engine maintains engagement for solo players without requiring manual difficulty adjustments.
Weaknesses
  • Persistent lobby connection failures reported in reviews
  • Lack of persistent user profiles forces repetitive setup
  • 2.87-star rating reflects high-frequency technical instability
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  • Frequent server downtime disrupts daily challenges
  • Forced landscape orientation limits accessibility
  • Lack of offline or AI-based play modes
  • 0.6★ Android-iOS rating gap indicates platform-specific instability
  • Lack of background persistence causes total data loss during sessions
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  • 0.52 rating gap between iOS and Android platforms
  • Interface lacks tablet-optimized responsiveness
  • Frequent match-breaking crashes
  • Absence of local pass-and-play mode
  • Stagnant content update cadence
  • Persistent server instability prevents online play
  • Lack of updates for several years degrades user trust
  • Frequent application freezes and crashes [Metric: 2.98 rating]
  • Lack of cloud-save progress synchronization [Metric: 118 ratings]
  • Perceived unfair AI difficulty in campaign mode [Metric: 2.98 rating]
  • No cloud-save functionality creates churn risk for users switching devices.
  • Lack of persistent competitive leagues limits long-term retention compared to modern board game adaptations.
Pricingfreefreemiumpaidfreefreemiumfreepaidpaidpaidfree
MomentumMaintenance-MaintenanceZombieMaintenanceMaintenanceZombieZombieZombie-
Update Cadence5 versions, ~38d avg-5 versions, ~10d avg2 versions, ~1d avg5 versions2 versions, ~1d avg5 versions4 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~124d avg5 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~155d avg-

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