# Pattern Play Story > Match-3 puzzle game with time bonus mechanics and offline play. (iPhone/iPad app by John Sturt.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pattern-play-story/id6446281195 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [John Sturt](https://appshunter.io/developer/1089097833) - Category: Games, Casual, Puzzle - Price: $1.99 - Rating: 4.30/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.0 · 19 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2023-06-08 - Data updated: 2026-08-21 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pattern-play-story/id6446281195/reviews.md ## What is Pattern Play Story? Welcome to a match 3 game for everyone. Make lines clear the levels and keep the time bonus high or the game stops. Features Easy to play Limitless gameplay Offline play NO in app purchases 100% voiceover compatible ## Key features - Match-3 gameplay - Level-based progression - Time bonus mechanics - Limitless gameplay - Offline play - Voiceover compatible ## Recent user reviews (4 of 4) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pattern-play-story/id6446281195/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Found out why direct touch is not needed *2023-10-14* The direct touch with turn off voiceover is really not needed here, and thank you for the developer for not using it. I do wish, however, that there was an indication has to how many items you have on your current one, before the line is completed. I still wonder if arrows and stars are wild cards, or maybe a way to go back… Remove one item from your line that you did not actually work on sad line? ### 3/5 — Maybe voiceover compatible, but could use direct touch *2023-10-06* Although this game says it’s VoiceOver compatible, the game will not work correctly. For some reason, a double tap on any of the items will not put it in a line with another such item to match. But when voiceover is turned off, The player can tap around, hopefully making lines or adding more time as the new cell. This is why I think direct touch needs to be added to this game. Also, what about a different soundtrack for at least some of the levels, instead of the same old piece. It’s OK, but it does get kind of. Boring and repetitive. ### 4/5 — Levels keep skipping *2023-06-21* Just got this game love it there’s one little problem. The levels are skipping a lot. I stopped at level nine then it went to level 10 then it went to level 38 then level 44 then it stopped at 55 because I close the game was wondering if you can fix that bug and maybe add a couple of extra modes in there but the game is great overall **Developer response:** Thanks for the review, I cannot reproduce the bug can you send me more details via info@woodsideapps.com ### 5/5 — Love All These Games, including this one! *2023-06-13* This one, like the others, is great fun to play. I love the clean no-subscription payment, too. Thanks for the great work! **Developer response:** Thanks for the review ## Frequently asked questions about Pattern Play Story ### What is Pattern Play Story? Pattern Play Story is a match-3 puzzle game designed for everyone. It features level-based progression where clearing lines is key to advancing. The game emphasizes maintaining a time bonus to continue playing. ### How do you play Pattern Play Story? The core gameplay involves making lines of matching elements to clear them from the board. Players must keep the time bonus high, as the game stops if the timer runs out. ### Can I play Pattern Play Story offline? Yes, Pattern Play Story offers offline play, allowing you to enjoy the game without an internet connection. This makes it a great option for on-the-go entertainment. ### Does Pattern Play Story have in-app purchases? No, Pattern Play Story explicitly states it has NO in-app purchases. This means you can enjoy the full game experience after the initial purchase without further spending. ### Is Pattern Play Story accessible for visually impaired players? Yes, Pattern Play Story is 100% voiceover compatible. This ensures that players who rely on screen readers can fully enjoy the game's mechanics and progression. ### What devices is Pattern Play Story available on? Pattern Play Story is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to run on Apple's mobile operating systems. ### How much does Pattern Play Story cost? Pattern Play Story is a paid application, priced at $1.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to the full game without ads or in-app purchases. ### When was Pattern Play Story last updated? The latest version of Pattern Play Story was released on August 31, 2023. The initial release date was June 8, 2023, indicating recent development activity. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.0.4 — 2023-08-31 1.0.4 Layout fix for buttons Added music toggle switch Bugs and Fixes ### 1.0.3 — 2023-07-14 Time is now parsed into hours, minutes and seconds ### 1.0.2 — 2023-06-22 Added in game pause button fix for grid not showing after exiting while paused Rebalance of game bugs and fixes ### 1.0.1 — 2023-06-08 Rebalance of added time to be 1 second per 5 seconds away ### 1.0 — 2023-06-08 No release notes. ## More apps by John Sturt - [Super Tile Smash](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-tile-smash/id1196714817) - [Wordfinder Game](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wordfinder-game/id1342131235) - [Knight Commander](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knight-commander/id1386064178) - [Minesweeper Deluxe](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minesweeper-deluxe/id1444072641) - [Tank Battle Endless Gunner](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tank-battle-endless-gunner/id1458091689) - [Accessible Word Ladders](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/accessible-word-ladders/id1562960650) All apps by John Sturt: https://appshunter.io/developer/1089097833 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-21.*