Dinsun Review
I've been solving logic grids in magazines since the 90s, so I know a good deduction puzzle when I see one. Cross Logic provides the basic mechanics—you read a clue, you mark an 'X' or a checkmark—but it lacks any soul. The UI is cluttered and the 'thematic' stories are paper-thin excuses to move from one grid to the next. It’s the kind of experience that makes me miss actual paper.
The most egregious issue is the pacing. Every time you start to get into a flow, you're hit with an intrusive ad. It’s hard to maintain any sense of mental focus when the game is constantly begging for attention or money. For a genre built on concentration, this is a fatal design flaw. It’s technically competent at being a puzzle, but as a piece of software, it’s a chore.
Overall Stats
Pros & Cons
- Solid logic puzzle fundamentals
- Multiple difficulty tiers
- Aggressive advertisement frequency
- Generic visual presentation
- Lack of depth in narrative themes
Technical Report
Performance: Runs smoothly on most devices, though frequent ad loading causes occasional stutters.
- Undo button
- Hint system
Audience Fit
Buy if: You are desperate for logic grids and don't mind a commercial break every two minutes.
Skip if: You value your concentration and prefer ad-free experiences or physical puzzle books.
- Logic Grid Puzzles
- Einstein's Riddle
Reviewer Context
- Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative expert gamer
- Hardware: iPad Pro
- Playtime: 5 hours
- Status: Completed multiple levels across Easy and Medium
