Comparison

Atomic Linking vs Arrow Block 3D

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

Head to head
About

Atomic Linking

Features
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Ready to assemble some particles? Atomic Linking is back and better than ever! An artistic reimagining of the classic nineties puzzle game; just tap to construct molecules in this addictive and enjoyable classic. Construct all the atoms and have an atomic blast doing it!

About

Arrow Block 3D

Rotate and tap to guide arrows out of a crowded 3D cube. Strategically remove blocks to create paths and solve increasingly complex mazes. Enjoy a satisfying puzzle experience with dynamic challenges.

Highlights
  • 3D cube block puzzles
  • Strategic block removal
  • Arrow pathfinding
  • Dynamic challenges
  • Satisfying unraveling
  • Rotate and tap controls
Features
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Wait... can that arrow really get out? A chunky 3D cube is sitting in front of you, packed with blocks that all have their own tiny agenda. Each arrow wants to rush in its own direction. Your job is not to tap everything at once, but to turn the view, spot the gaps, and decide which piece should leave first. When the order is right, the crowded shape loosens up beautifully, one flying block at a time. It starts simple, then gets cheeky. Giant arrows take up space in dramatic ways. Moving items may hand you a helpful boost or toss in a little trouble. Healing, bonus time, lost time, and stubborn obstacle blocks keep every stage from feeling the same. Some barriers refuse to move until enough lines are cleared, so even a tiny choice can change the whole board. The fun is in that little pause before each tap: Is the path open? Will this block bump into something? What secret gap appears if this one flies away? Easy to pick up, bright to look at, and surprisingly satisfying when the cube finally unravels. Rotate, read the room, tap with a plan, and enjoy the tiny celebration of every arrow finding its way out.

Screenshots

Atomic Linking1 screens
Arrow Block 3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Arrow Block 3D at Free against Atomic Linking's $1.99. Atomic Linking's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence, 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

Arrow Block 3D is free to download; Atomic Linking costs $1.99 up front. Arrow Block 3D sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Atomic Linking asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Atomic Linking ships an update monthly, Arrow Block 3D every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Atomic Linking versus Arrow Block 3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAtomic LinkingArrow Block 3D
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating—4.9 (6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—53.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—6K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB278 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRichard BannisterShycheese

In-app purchases

None

Atomic Linking

No in-app purchases

12 purchases

Arrow Block 3D

One-time12
  • Starterbundle$1.99
  • Coins1$2.99
  • Bundle1$3.99
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  • Limited Bundle All$5.99
  • Coins2$6.99
  • Bundle2$8.99
  • No Ads$9.99
  • Bundle3$14.99
  • Coins3$16.99
  • Coins4$26.99
  • Coins5$49.99
  • Coins6$94.99

Questions

Is Atomic Linking free?
Atomic Linking costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Arrow Block 3D free?
Arrow Block 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Atomic Linking or Arrow Block 3D have ads?
Arrow Block 3D shows ads; Atomic Linking does not.
Which is updated more often, Atomic Linking or Arrow Block 3D?
Atomic Linking ships an update monthly, and Arrow Block 3D every 3 weeks. Most recently, Atomic Linking was updated on October 27, 2026 and Arrow Block 3D on November 1, 2026.

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