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DarkSquares vs Gotcha Cat

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DarkSquares compared with Gotcha Cat
DetailDarkSquares logo DarkSquaresGotcha Cat logo Gotcha Cat
What it doesProgressive blindfold chess training from square recognition to full games Free daily spot the difference game with 5 new puzzles every day
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inFR FI
Pricing modelFreemium Free
PricingFree: €0 forever with unlimited exercises, games vs AI, and access to levels 1-3. Pro Lifetime: €39 one-time payment for all 7 levels, all 8 AI difficulties, famous games library, endgame training, and intermediate tactics. Free to play. Optional in-game coin packs available for purchase to spend on helpers and customizations.
Key features
  • 7 progressive training levels from square colors to full blindfold games
  • Unlimited exercises and games against AI
  • Voice-controlled play in 6 languages
  • Progress tracking and achievement system
  • Cross-device synchronization
  • Famous grandmaster games to replay blindfolded
  • Endgame training module
  • Multiple board visibility modes
  • Tactical puzzles and exercises
  • 5 new puzzles daily from Easy to Hard difficulty
  • Timed challenges with countdown timer
  • Collect stars, coins and stickers
  • Daily streak tracking
  • Endless mode for continuous play
  • Duel mode to challenge friends
  • Weekly tournament competition
  • Relax mode without time limit
  • Zoom tool to look closer at images
  • Detective name customization for tournaments
What makes it different
  • Systematic progression from fundamentals to blindfold mastery, not just a side effect of puzzle training
  • Free tier is genuinely free with no dark patterns or engagement manipulation
  • One-time €39 lifetime payment with no subscription required
  • Built and maintained by a single indie developer actively improving the product
  • Available across web, iOS, and Android with unified account
  • 5 new puzzles every day keeps gameplay fresh
  • Multiple difficulty levels from Easy to Hard
  • Completely free to play with optional cosmetics
  • Play directly in web browser without installation
  • Competitive tournaments and leaderboards
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)26 +1 (up) since last check2 +2 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)230
Citation Flow (Majestic)310
Referring domains (Majestic)450

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