Threes!+ vs Temple Run+
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.
Temple Run+
Embark on an exhilarating endless adventure, running, jumping, and sliding to escape a pursuing demon monkey. Dodge treacherous traps and navigate perilous environments in this classic 3D runner. Level up your character and unlock power-ups for an even more thrilling experience.
- Swipe and tilt controls
- Original 3D running mechanic
- Level up character
- Unlock power-ups
- Play as 7 explorers
- Game Center leaderboards
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The world-renowned Temple Run franchise is now on Apple Arcade! Run, jump, and slide your way to fortune and glory in an epic endless adventure! You've grabbed the cursed idol – now it's time to run for your life! Dodge deadly traps, jump calamitous chasms, and stay one step ahead of the dastardly demon monkey! Crumbling cliffs! Perilous piers! Simmering swamps! Winding temple walls! How far can you run?! FEATURES *Snappy swipe and tilt controls – running through your life never felt this good! *The original 3D running mechanic, now polished to perfection! Turn, jump, slide, and tilt like never before! *Level up your character and unleash crazy power ups! *Play as 7 different fearless explorers! *Compete on Game Center Leaderboards and Achievements! *Endless "just one more run" gameplay that keeps you coming back again and again!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Temple Run+ at every 2 months against Threes!+'s every 51 months. Temple Run+ also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (5.9K vs 196). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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.
Temple Run+ holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Temple Run+ has 5.9K ratings behind it against 196, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 62% of Threes!+'s written reviews are positive against 56% of Temple Run+'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Threes!+ ships an update every 51 months, Temple Run+ every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Threes!+ | Temple Run+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (196 ratings) | 4.5 (5.9K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 62.2% of reviews — better | 56.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 196 | 5.9K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 51 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 98 MB | 204 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Sirvo LLC | Imangi Studios, LLC |
Customer experience
Threes!+
Temple Run+
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
Temple Run+
From 5.9K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🎉 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 👍 No ads or in-app purchases
- 🎨 Nostalgic retro graphics
- 🕹️ Smooth and responsive controls
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional control issues (unregistered swipes/tilts)
- 🤔 Lack of new features compared to previous versions
- 🖥️ Suboptimal optimization for desktop/laptop devices
- 🎨 Outdated visual style
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)
Temple Run+
Reported bugs
3 issues- Swipe/tilt controls not always registering correctly
- Compatibility issues with certain devices/accessories
- Occasional crashes or performance problems
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to customize controls
- More level/environment variety
- Expanded character/skin customization
- Leaderboard improvements to prevent cheating
In-app purchases
Threes!+
No in-app purchases
Temple Run+
No in-app purchases
Questions
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