Comparison

Threes!+ vs Suika Game+

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Number sliding puzzle mechanics
  • Endless challenge
  • Charming characters
  • Heart-warming soundtrack
  • Complete experience, no IAP
Features
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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.

About

Suika Game+

A casual puzzle game where players combine matching fruits to create larger ones, aiming to grow a giant watermelon. The game ends when the play area overflows. Compete globally with time-based rankings.

Highlights
  • Combine matching fruits to evolve them
  • Aim for a giant watermelon
  • Avoid overflowing the box
  • Compete in global time-based rankings
  • Customize game screen design
Features
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With over 13 million downloads worldwide, winner of the Japan Game Awards 2024 "Movement Award," and the #1 most downloaded game on Nintendo Switch for two consecutive years—the viral sensation "Suika Game" is now on Apple Arcade! ● About the Game A fun and engaging puzzle game where you match fruits and “evolve” them. Create the biggest watermelon possible and aim for the top score! What happens when two watermelons match...? Check your score on period-based rankings and compete with players worldwide to reach the top. ● How to Play 1.When identical fruits match, they "evolve" into the next size, and points are added to your score. 2.Tap and drag to move "the grabber" left and right, then release your finger to drop the fruit. You can also tap any location inside the box to drop the fruit there. 3.The game is over if the fruits overflow from the box. *Supports both portrait and landscape modes. ● Customization Features Freely arrange the game screen design. Make your watermelon-making even more fun with your own favorite design!

Screenshots

Threes!+4 screens
Suika Game+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Suika Game+ at every 4 weeks against Threes!+'s every 51 months. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.1 for Threes!+ against 4.0 for Suika Game+. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 196 and 282 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 62% of Threes!+'s written reviews are positive against 54% of Suika Game+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Threes!+ ships an update every 51 months, Suika Game+ every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Threes!+ versus Suika Game+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThrees!+Suika Game+
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (196 ratings) — better4.0 (282 ratings)
Positive reviews62.2% of reviews — better54.4% of reviews
Number of ratings196282 — better
Update frequencyEvery 51 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size98 MB415 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSirvo LLCXGIMI LIMITED

Customer experience

Threes!+

All ratings196 ratings
Positive74.5%
Neutral9.7%
Negative15.8%
Written reviews127 reviews
Positive62.2%
Neutral15.0%
Negative22.8%

Suika Game+

All ratings282 ratings
Positive70.9%
Neutral9.2%
Negative19.9%
Written reviews180 reviews
Positive54.4%
Neutral15.6%
Negative30.0%

User reviews

Threes!+

From 196 App Store ratings

What 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

Suika Game+

From 282 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Chill and relaxing gameplay
  • 🎨 Cute and appealing visuals
  • 🕹️ Smooth and responsive controls

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional physics issues causing unexpected bouncing
  • 🤔 Frustrating when fruit goes out of bounds
  • 🕹️ Finicky controls leading to unintended drops

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)

Suika Game+

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Game breaking bug at the end
  • Lack of iPad landscape support

Requested features

3 requests
  • More theme options
  • Cross-device high score saving
  • Improved physics and collision detection

In-app purchases

None

Threes!+

No in-app purchases

None

Suika Game+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Threes!+ free?
Threes!+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Suika Game+ free?
Suika Game+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Threes!+ or Suika Game+?
Threes!+ is rated higher. Threes!+ averages 4.1 out of 5 from 196 ratings, while Suika Game+ averages 4.0 from 282 ratings.
Do Threes!+ or Suika Game+ have ads?
Neither Threes!+ nor Suika Game+ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Threes!+ or Suika Game+?
Threes!+ ships an update every 51 months, and Suika Game+ every 4 weeks. Most recently, Threes!+ was updated on October 8, 2026 and Suika Game+ on October 12, 2026.

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