Brick Pulse vs Short Journey
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Brick Pulse
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Legendary brick breaking game. Try to break all bricks and prevent ball falling out from the game. Unique and random levels.
Short Journey
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Embark on a ‘Short Journey’ Through Enchanting Worlds! ‘Short Journey’ is a captivating 2D platformer that takes you through a series of uniquely designed levels. Each of the 12 stages offers a variety of challenges that range from quick and straightforward to complex and demanding. Charming Aesthetics: Experience the classic charm as you traverse through levels that pay homage to the golden age of gaming. Diverse Challenges: ‘Short Journey’ provides a spectrum of difficulties, ensuring that each level feels fresh and engaging. Intuitive Gameplay: The game’s mechanics are designed to be accessible yet challenging, allowing both newcomers and seasoned gamers to enjoy the thrill of the journey. In ‘Short Journey’, every level is an opportunity to test your skills and uncover new surprises. Prepare to embark on an adventure that’s as nostalgic as it is exciting!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Brick Pulse at none against Short Journey's shown. Brick Pulse also leads on iOS requirement (6.0 vs 15.0). Short Journey's advantage is update cadence (daily vs weekly). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Brick Pulse ships an update weekly, Short Journey daily. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Brick Pulse | Short Journey |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Daily — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 6.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 23 MB | 98 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Viuletti Oy | Ali Taleb |
In-app purchases
Brick Pulse
No in-app purchases
Short Journey
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Do Brick Pulse or Short Journey have ads?
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