Threes!+ vs Hidden Folks+
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Threes!+
A captivating number-sliding puzzle game that offers endless challenge and a unique experience. Discover charming characters and an engaging soundtrack in this complete, ad-free adventure.
- Number sliding puzzle mechanics
- Endless challenge
- Charming characters
- Heart-warming soundtrack
- Complete experience, no IAP
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Threes is tiny puzzle that grows on you. This is the Apple Arcade version. ³ Apple Game of the Year 2014!!* ³ Apple Design Award 2014 Winner* ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ “You might as well delete Candy Crush Saga now.” ~ Pocket Gamer “It's surprisingly adorable, for a game starring numbers.” ~ Joystiq “It’s the kind of game that embosses the rules on your brain within 30 seconds, but then compels you to spend the next two hours playing.” ~ Pocket Tactics ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ Explore our little game’s deep challenge and grow your mind beyond imagination. Optimized for iOS8 and human brains. Universal app for iPhone and iPads. ³ Endless challenge from one simple game mode ³ An endearing cast of characters ³ A heart-warming soundtrack ³ No IAP - Threes is a complete experience the moment you download it Honorably mentioned for Excellence in Design by the Independent Games Festival.* ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ From the makers of PUZZLEJUICE: ³ Designed by Asher Vollmer ³ Illustrated by Greg Wohlwend (Ridiculous Fishing, Hundreds) ³ Scored by Jimmy Hinson (Black Ops 2, Mass Effect 2) ³ Optimized by Hidden Variable (Bag It!, Tic Tactics) ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ Threes grows with you and you’ll grow with Threes. * Recognition for original 2014 version.
Hidden Folks+
Explore charming, hand-drawn miniature worlds to find hidden characters and objects. Interact with the environment to uncover secrets and progress through levels. Enjoy a unique audio experience with numerous sound effects.
- Hand-drawn interactive landscapes
- Hundreds of targets to find
- Unique sound effects
- Interactive environments
- Multiple color modes
- iMessage stickers
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Game of the Year (2017) on the App Store! Search for hidden folks in hand-drawn, interactive, miniature landscapes. Unfurl tent flaps, cut through bushes, slam doors, and poke some crocodiles! Rooooaaaarrrr!!!!! A strip of targets shows you what to look for. Tap a target for a hint, and find enough to unlock the next area. ------/ Game Features /------ - 32 hand-drawn areas - 300+ targets to find - 2000+ mouth-originated sound effects - 500+ unique interactions - 3 color modes: normal, sepia, and night mode - 22 languages (translated by the community) - 100+ iMessage stickers - iCloud synchronisation ------/ Need help? /------ You can always email game designer Adriaan de Jongh: https://adriaan.games
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Hidden Folks+ at 4.9 against Threes!+'s 4.1. Hidden Folks+ also leads on review sentiment (94% vs 62%) and ratings volume (11K vs 196). Threes!+'s advantage is monetization model (free vs paid). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Hidden Folks+ holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Folks+ has 11K ratings behind it against 196, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Threes!+'s written reviews are positive against 94% of Hidden Folks+'s.
Threes!+ ships an update every 51 months, Hidden Folks+ every 11 months. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.
| Parameter | Threes!+ | Hidden Folks+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (196 ratings) | 4.9 (11K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 62.2% of reviews | 94.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 196 | 11K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 51 months | Every 11 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 98 MB | 217 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sirvo LLC | Adriaan de Jongh |
Customer experience
Threes!+
Hidden Folks+
User reviews
Threes!+
From 196 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🎮 Simple yet engaging gameplay mechanics
- 🎵 Beautiful soundtrack and aesthetics
- 😊 Cozy and relaxing gaming experience
- ⏱️ Perfect for short gaming sessions
- 🧠 Mentally stimulating and challenging
Room to improve
- 🎲 Heavy reliance on luck/RNG over strategy
- 🔊 Annoying and creepy sound effects/voices
- 🔋 Significant battery drain
- ⏳ Slow score calculation after games
- 😤 Aggressive tile distribution algorithm
Hidden Folks+
From 11K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Adorable and interactive scenes
- 🎨 Unique hand-drawn art style
- 🕹️ Fun and engaging gameplay
- 🕰️ Relaxing and casual experience
- 🔊 Amusing sound effects
Room to improve
- 🔍 Some items are very small and hard to find
- 🤔 Clues can be cryptic or unhelpful
- 🔋 Game can drain battery quickly
Bugs and requests
Threes!+
Reported bugs
10 issues- Game Center leaderboards don't update properly
- High scores not reflecting in rankings
- App freezes every 3-4 games on iPad
- Game doesn't load in Slide Over mode
- Severe lag on iOS 26 devices
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- Tile combination not working correctly (1s and 2s)
- Game Center achievements not syncing
- UI text misaligned on iPhone 12 Pro
- Reachability feature interferes with swiping
- Forced Game Center sign-in prompts appear every game
Requested features
12 requests- Game Center leaderboard sync fix
- Undo/rewind functionality
- Option to choose original soundtrack
- Controller support (Backbone compatibility)
- Ability to disable sharing prompts
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- Skip score calculation animation
- Dark mode that syncs with device settings
- Better tutorial/instructions for new players
- Language support for Traditional Chinese
- Ability to disable Game Center interruptions
- Higher score tracking accuracy
- Separate sound effects toggle (keep music, remove voices)
Hidden Folks+
Reported bugs
2 issues- Progress sometimes gets reset unexpectedly
- Compatibility issues on certain devices
Requested features
3 requests- Hint system or option to get help
- Ability to zoom in/out on scenes
- More levels and content updates
In-app purchases
Threes!+
No in-app purchases
Hidden Folks+
No in-app purchases
Questions
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