Comparison

Threes!+ vs Unpacking+

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

Unpacking+

A relaxing puzzle game where you unpack belongings into new homes, revealing a life story through objects. Enjoy meditative gameplay with no timers or scores, perfect for creating satisfying living spaces at your own pace.

Highlights
  • Unpack homes from single rooms to entire houses
  • Meditative gameplay with no timers or scores
  • Explore domestic environments and arrange items
  • Discover a character's story through possessions
  • Mobile-optimized with touch controls and haptics
  • Award-winning soundtrack
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The multi-award winning Unpacking comes to Apple Arcade as Unpacking+, the zen game about the familiar experience of pulling possessions out of boxes and fitting them into a new home. Part block-fitting puzzle, part home decoration, you are invited to create a satisfying living space while learning clues about the life you’re unpacking. Over the course of eight house moves, you are given a chance to experience a sense of intimacy with a character you never see and a story you’re never told. FEATURES - Unpack a home — from a single bedroom to an entire house - Meditative gameplay with no timers, meters or scores — perfect for playing at your own pace or on the move - Explore domestic environments with all their nooks and crannies while you stack plates, hang towels, and arrange bookshelves - Discover a character's story through the items that come with her to each new home (and the items that get left behind) - Perfect for mobile — Unpack with the touch of a finger, feel the world through haptics, and easily create snapshots and videos for sharing on social media - Soundtrack by BAFTA award-winning composer and audio director Jeff van Dyck - Experience this handcrafted story in its entirety right in the palm of your hand

Screenshots

Threes!+4 screens
Unpacking+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Unpacking+ at 4.8 against Threes!+'s 4.1. Unpacking+ also leads on review sentiment (80% vs 62%) and ratings volume (4.4K vs 197). Threes!+'s advantage is device support. On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Unpacking+ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Unpacking+ has 4.4K ratings behind it against 197, 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 80% of Unpacking+'s.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Threes!+ versus Unpacking+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThrees!+Unpacking+
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (197 ratings)4.8 (4.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews62.2% of reviews79.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1974.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 51 months—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — better—
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size98 MB570 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSirvo LLCHumble Bundle, Inc.

Customer experience

Threes!+

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

Unpacking+

Written reviews164 reviews
Positive79.9%
Neutral4.9%
Negative15.2%

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)

Unpacking+

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Threes!+

No in-app purchases

None

Unpacking+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Threes!+ free?
Threes!+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Unpacking+ free?
Unpacking+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Threes!+ or Unpacking+?
Unpacking+ is rated higher. Threes!+ averages 4.1 out of 5 from 197 ratings, while Unpacking+ averages 4.8 from 4.4K ratings.

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