Comparison

SORUS SHIELD! vs Bricks

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SORUS SHIELD!

Engage in a strategic action and puzzle game where you pilot a spaceship to detonate light mines. Save the universe from alien invasion by clearing minefields through careful planning and execution.

Highlights
  • Strategic action and puzzle gameplay
  • Two game modes: Mission & Arcade
  • 101 Missions to solve
  • Unlockable Arcade Levels
  • Game Center Achievements
  • Arcade mode leaderboard
Features
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SORUS SHIELD is a strategic action and puzzle game! Aliens are trying to take control of the universe with light mines. The Spaceship Sorus is equipped with a special weapon that explodes these light mines safely, as long as they are encompassed in a filled line. The Sorus Shield is all that stands between the freedom of the universe and eternal oppression by these fiendish aliens. If you dissolve all of the minefields, you can free the universe from the diabolical plans of these fierce aliens. • Two game modes: Mission & Arcade • Unlock 5 Arcade Levels • Solve 101 Missions • Different obstacles and tasks keep the game fresh • Earn up to 18 different Game Center Achievements • Compete with friends on Game Center by reaching the top of the Arcade mode leaderboard Download Sorus Shield today, and get busy saving the universe!

About

Bricks

Features
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The ultimate minimalist block challenge is here. Rediscover the timeless joy of fitting pieces together with Bricks - Game. Whether you want to relax with a classic session or push your reflexes to the limit, we’ve built the perfect experience for every type of player. Clean design, smooth controls, and pure gameplay. No distractions, just you and the blocks. Game Modes: Classic Mode: The pure, Zen-like experience. No timers, no pressure. Just aim for your personal best and enjoy the flow. Bomb Mode (Premium): Strategic intensity. Defuse bombs before they explode by clearing lines. One wrong move and it’s game over! Blitz Mode: Fast-paced action for those on the go. How many points can you rack up in a high-speed sprint? Global Leaderboards: Track your progress and compete against players worldwide. From mode-specific rankings to the ultimate Master Builder status. Key Features: Clean & Modern UI: Designed specifically for a premium feel on iOS. Precise Touch Controls: Built for accuracy and speed. Master Builder Tracking: Every single block you place is saved. Watch your lifetime stats grow! Game Center Integration: Sync your achievements and climb the global ranks. 12 Color Palettes: Play in classic colors, arcade neon, accessible colorblind-friendly palettes (deuteranopia, protanopia, tritanopia), and more — including fun sets like emoji and Minecraft-style blocks. Ghost Piece: See exactly where your piece will land before you drop it.

Screenshots

SORUS SHIELD!4 screens
Bricks4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Bricks at fortnightly against SORUS SHIELD!'s every 5 weeks. SORUS SHIELD!'s advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SORUS SHIELD! sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Bricks sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SORUS SHIELD! ships an update every 5 weeks, Bricks fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on August 22, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SORUS SHIELD! versus Bricks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSORUS SHIELD!Bricks
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (23 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings23 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarcus Dobler Applications UG (haftungsbeschränkt)Daniel Ferrer Delgado

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SORUS SHIELD!

One-time2
  • Buy all missions$0.99
  • Buy all arcade levels$0.99
1 purchases

Bricks

One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$1.99

Questions

Is SORUS SHIELD! free?
SORUS SHIELD! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bricks free?
Bricks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SORUS SHIELD! or Bricks have ads?
Neither SORUS SHIELD! nor Bricks shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SORUS SHIELD! or Bricks?
SORUS SHIELD! ships an update every 5 weeks, and Bricks fortnightly. Most recently, SORUS SHIELD! was updated on August 22, 2026 and Bricks on September 18, 2026.

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