Comparison

8shape vs Minigame Mayhem

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

Head to head
About

8shape

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8shape is pool. But with shapes. Sink your shapes into the pockets, then the black 8shape – in the pocket opposite the one where you sank the last of your shapes. Sounds simple? Wait and see. YOUR SHAPES, YOUR GAME Circle, triangle, star or octagon: choose your cue shape and the shapes you play with. The more angular the shape, the trickier the game – and the more points. HOW YOU PLAY • Tap = shoot. The further from your cue shape you tap, the harder the shot. • The first shape you sink determines your suit. • Fewer turns, fast wins, trickshots: everything earns bonus points. • Several shapes in one shot? Combo bonus. • Fouls cost your multiplier. So: aim, don't hope. POWERUPS Win games, collect cards, level up your powerups and bring your favorites to the table: aim assist, explosion, freeze, earthquake and more – from common to legendary. MULTIPLAYER Challenge real opponents via Game Center – turn-based, with 48 hours per turn. Powerups included. Good luck, you'll need it. TRICKSHOTS Tricky challenge levels with star ratings. More art than a simple shot. NO ADS THAT INTERRUPT YOU No full-screen ad after a game, none on the way back to the menu, none mid-shot. Ads run only when you start one yourself – for a reward you actually want. ALSO • Leaderboards and 90+ achievements • Daily gift • Light and dark mode • Minimalist design, no clutter • Available in several languages, including English Shapes first. Then the 8. Can you do it in under 30 turns?

About

Minigame Mayhem

Engage in rapid-fire minigame challenges that increase in speed and difficulty as you progress. Unlock over 20 unique games and customize your experience with various cosmetic items. Compete globally for the highest scores.

Highlights
  • Unlock and master 20+ minigames
  • Increasing speed and difficulty
  • Customize runs with hats, music, wallpapers
  • Global leaderboards
  • Mobile assistant Kip
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Minigame Mayhem is a game about fast-paced minigames. With your mobile assistant Kip, you'll tap, drag, and twist your way through 20+ minigames which crank up the speed and difficulty the longer you last. Features: • Unlock and master 20+ minigames • Customize your runs with hats, music, and wallpapers • Aim for the top on the global leaderboards!

Screenshots

8shape4 screens
Minigame Mayhem4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Minigame Mayhem at every 9 days against 8shape's every 3 weeks. 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. 8shape sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Minigame Mayhem sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

8shape ships an update every 3 weeks, Minigame Mayhem every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
8shape versus Minigame Mayhem: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter8shapeMinigame Mayhem
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (48 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—48 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.315.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB175 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperSebastian KraussMatthew Trifiro

Bugs and requests

8shape

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Minigame Mayhem

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Occasional crashes
  • Compatibility issues on older devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • More minigame sets
  • Additional customization options
  • Difficulty settings

In-app purchases

6 purchases

8shape

One-time6
  • 10 Card Pack$0.99
  • 25 Card Pack$1.99
  • Remove Ads$2.99
Show 3 more
  • 50 Card Pack$2.99
  • 100 Card Pack$3.99
  • Full Package$8.99
1 purchases

Minigame Mayhem

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99

Questions

Is 8shape free?
8shape is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Minigame Mayhem free?
Minigame Mayhem is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do 8shape or Minigame Mayhem have ads?
Both 8shape and Minigame Mayhem show ads.
Which is updated more often, 8shape or Minigame Mayhem?
8shape ships an update every 3 weeks, and Minigame Mayhem every 9 days. Most recently, 8shape was updated on October 24, 2026 and Minigame Mayhem on October 20, 2026.

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