# Zen Balls: Drop & Merge — Drop, Merge & Find Calm

> Drop and merge balls to create a hierarchy of natural objects and find calm. (iPhone/iPad app by Zen Studios LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zen-balls-drop-and-merge/id6781887206 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Zen Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6776061609)
- Category: Games, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 22 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zen-balls-drop-and-merge/id6781887206/reviews.md

## What is Zen Balls?

Drop. Merge. Find Calm.

Zen Balls is a satisfying drop-and-merge puzzle game rooted in the 
tranquility of nature. Drop colorful balls into the arena, match 
them up to merge into something bigger, and climb a beautiful 
hierarchy — from a humble Pebble all the way to the legendary 
Zenstone.

HOW TO PLAY
· Drag left and right to aim, release to drop
· Two balls of the same kind merge into one
· Chain merges within moments for combo multipliers
· When the rarest balls collide, they vanish in a burst of 
  points — the ultimate reward

THE HIERARCHY
Each merge reveals something new:
Pebble → Seed → Sprout → Bud → Bloom → Stone →
Moss → Clay → Ember → Amber → Zenstone

FEATURES
· Adaptive gameplay — ball sizes and merge levels automatically 
  adjust to your screen size, so every device feels perfectly 
  balanced
· Combo system — chain merges within 1.5 seconds to unlock 
  score multipliers up to 5×
· Best ball tracker — see the rarest object you've created 
  each session
· Smooth, satisfying physics
· No ads. Ever.
· No timers. No pressure.

THE ZEN APPROACH
There's no countdown, no lives, and no energy system. The only 
way to lose is to let the balls stack to the ceiling — and even 
then, a fresh start is a single tap away. Play for two minutes 
between meetings or two hours on a lazy afternoon. Zen Balls 
meets you where you are.

Privacy first. No personal data collected. No account required. 
No internet connection needed to play.

## Key features

- Drop and merge balls
- Create a hierarchy of objects
- Combo multipliers
- Adaptive gameplay
- No ads or timers
- Offline play

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Zen Balls Premium | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zen-balls-drop-and-merge/id6781887206/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Just Needs A Few Things

*2026-06-28*

For one, please add a dark mode.
For two, please make it so it saves your game even if you close out of the app. I got really far but closed the app for a bit and then when I went back it was at new game.
Also, would be cool if there were other colors you could choose for the balls, like color sets or something. Otherwise, fun little game. Very relaxing.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback! Your best score is already saved between sessions. Full board save is something we're exploring for a future update. The physics makes it tricky to restore perfectly, but it's on our radar. Stay tuned!

## Frequently asked questions about Zen Balls

### What is Zen Balls?

Zen Balls is a satisfying drop-and-merge puzzle game inspired by nature. Players drop colorful balls into an arena, matching them to merge into larger objects, progressing through a hierarchy from Pebble to Zenstone.

### How do you play Zen Balls?

To play, drag left and right to aim, then release to drop balls. Two balls of the same kind merge into one. Chain merges within 1.5 seconds to unlock score multipliers up to 5x.

### Does Zen Balls have ads?

No, Zen Balls is advertised as having no ads. The game is designed for a completely uninterrupted and relaxing experience.

### Can I play Zen Balls offline?

Yes, Zen Balls can be played offline. No internet connection is needed to enjoy the game, making it accessible anywhere.

### What is the age rating for Zen Balls?

Zen Balls has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for young children and general audiences.

### What devices does Zen Balls support?

Zen Balls is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices. Compatibility may expand in future updates.

### How often is Zen Balls updated?

Zen Balls was last updated on June 24, 2026, with version 1.0. Future updates will depend on the developer's release schedule.

### Does Zen Balls collect personal data?

No, Zen Balls prioritizes privacy and does not collect any personal data. No account is required to play the game.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2026-08-09

• Added new color palettes for a fresh look
• Fixed an issue where progress was lost after restarting the app
• Performance improvements for smoother gameplay
• Bug fixes

### 1.0 — 2026-06-24

No release notes.

## More apps by Zen Studios LLC

- [Zen Grid: 2048](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zen-grid-2048/id6776061607)
- [Zen Sudoku: Classic Puzzle](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zen-sudoku-classic-puzzle/id6778836695)

All apps by Zen Studios LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/6776061609

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*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 2026-08-13.*