Joint Force vs Bubble Merge
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Joint Force
Navigate a maze by choosing the correct doors to grow your team and reach the exit. Outnumber and defeat opposing teams to win each level. A fast-paced puzzle game focused on strategic decision-making.
- Escape puzzle gameplay
- Team building mechanics
- Strategic door selection
- Defeat opposing teams
- Fast-paced levels
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A new kind of escape game. You are the blue man want to get to the green stair at the end of the level. Choose the right door to open, join more white man to empower your team. Try to grow your team faster than the red man team. Once encounter the red man, you need to have enough team members to defeat them.
Bubble Merge
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Welcome to Bubble Merge: Emerald Journey! Embark on a magical adventure inspired by the beloved tale of the Wizard of the Emerald City. Help Ellie, the Tin Woodman, the Scarecrow, the Cowardly Lion, and the Wizard collect unique items and overcome tricky challenges! How to Play: Aim and shoot colorful bubbles containing various items. Merge identical bubbles to create higher-level objects. Collect third-level items to fill your character’s backpack. Watch as simple materials transform into useful tools - like wood turning into a hammer! Complete each level within a limited number of moves. Key Features: Magical Merge Gameplay: Combine bubbles and discover new items in a fun, intuitive way. Famous Characters: Play alongside Ellie, the Tin Woodman, the Scarecrow, the Cowardly Lion, and the Wizard. Challenging Levels: Face clever traps and use powerful boosters to overcome obstacles. Logical Evolution: Enjoy the satisfaction of seeing simple objects evolve into finished items. Enchanting Atmosphere: Immerse yourself in the fairy-tale world of the Emerald City, with beautiful graphics and charming music. For All Ages: Perfect for kids familiar with the story and adults nostalgic for their childhood. Why You’ll Love It: Unique merge mechanics with a magical twist. Engaging puzzles that challenge your mind and creativity. Collectible items and evolving objects keep gameplay fresh. Play at your own pace - relax and enjoy the adventure! Get ready to merge, collect, and explore! Download Bubble Merge: Emerald Journey now and start your magical quest!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Bubble Merge at every 3 days against Joint Force's every 2 weeks. Joint Force's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Joint Force ships an update every 2 weeks, Bubble Merge every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Joint Force | Bubble Merge |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (115 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 115 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 100 MB | 133 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kwan Shum | Ilya Metelyov |
In-app purchases
Joint Force
No in-app purchases
Bubble Merge
No in-app purchases
Questions
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