Comparison

Printer Simulator 3D vs Artifact

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

Head to head
About

Printer Simulator 3D

Features
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Make your own printings from scratch! - engrave the metal plate; - add paint/color to the metal plate; - rotate and press the metal plate onto a paper; - reveal the painting; - sell the painting;

About

Artifact

Assemble shattered ancient artworks from fragments in this 3D puzzle game. Explore diverse cultures and recreate historical relics with stunning graphics and intuitive controls. Adjust difficulty for a relaxing or challenging experience.

Highlights
  • Assemble shattered ancient artworks
  • Recreate historical relics
  • Explore diverse cultures
  • Stunning 3D graphics
  • Intuitive controls
  • Adjustable difficulty modes
  • No ads
Features
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Artifact is a captivating 3D puzzle game that invites you to assemble shattered ancient artworks from fragments. The game combines the challenge of solving puzzles with the artistic beauty of ancient artworks, which are carefully modeled on the basis of real-world artifacts. The game draws inspiration from real masterpieces from various countries and cultures, showcasing their unique artistic heritage. Explore different locations and assemble relics from the past, such as a Greek amphora, a Chinese vase or an Egyptian statue. You can also shatter them and start over. You can adjust the difficulty level to suit your preference. Artifact features stunning 3D graphics and audio that immerse you in the atmosphere of each culture. The game is easy and intuitive to play for anyone, no matter their age. Relax and have fun while you sharpen your mind. How to play: • Move a piece by touching it • Rotate the puzzle by touching the base or background • Zoom in or out by pinching with two fingers • Shatter an object by double-tapping it • Change the viewing angle by tilting your device Features: • 64 unique puzzles across 8 different themes • Original game idea • Unique game mechanics • Simple intuitive game control • Gorgeous graphics and animations • Hard and easy game modes • No annoying ads • Suitable for all ages

Screenshots

Printer Simulator 3D2 screens
Artifact4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Printer Simulator 3D at Free against Artifact's $4.99. Artifact's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement 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

Printer Simulator 3D is free to download; Artifact costs $4.99 up front. Printer Simulator 3D sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Artifact asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Printer Simulator 3D ships an update every 21 months, Artifact every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Printer Simulator 3D versus Artifact: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrinter Simulator 3DArtifact
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating—4.5 (29 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—69.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—29 — better
Update frequencyEvery 21 monthsEvery 7 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size121 MB595 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFRIENDLY APPS LTDMikhail Bakunovich

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Printer Simulator 3D

Subscriptions2
  • All Bundle Features Unlocked!$19.991 Month
  • All AppCentral Games Unlocked!$39.991 Month
None

Artifact

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Printer Simulator 3D free?
Printer Simulator 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Artifact free?
Artifact costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Printer Simulator 3D or Artifact have ads?
Printer Simulator 3D shows ads; Artifact does not.
Which is updated more often, Printer Simulator 3D or Artifact?
Printer Simulator 3D ships an update every 21 months, and Artifact every 7 months. Most recently, Printer Simulator 3D was updated on October 25, 2026 and Artifact on October 24, 2026.

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