Comparison

JANGO vs Stray Cat Falling

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

Head to head
About

JANGO

Features
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JANGO is a competitive puzzle game that anyone can easily enjoy. All you have to do is rearrange the 5 pieces that appear. Compete with the opponent's pieces facing each other in the manner of rock-paper-scissors, and if you lose, the pieces will disappear. The remaining pieces are packed in front, and if two or more of the same pieces are lined up, the opponent will be damaged. You can also do more damage with chains. Please enjoy the new puzzle game where you can enjoy the exhilaration of the chain and the incandescent battle with easy operation.

About

Stray Cat Falling

A physics-based puzzle game where players stack colorful, squishy cat blocks. With intuitive controls and over 100 unique stages, it offers both casual play and competitive challenges for all ages.

Highlights
  • Physics-based stacking gameplay
  • Over 100 unique stages
  • Select and Challenge game modes
  • Utilize unique cat block characteristics
  • Helper White Cat Block feature
  • Bonus stages for high scores
  • Compete with friends for high scores
Features
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"Stray Cat Falling" is a physics-based puzzle game where you balance and stack soft, squishy cat blocks. With its simple and intuitive controls, players of all ages, from kids to adults, can enjoy it with ease. ---------------------------------- ◆Game Features◆ ---------------------------------- ■Easy-to-Play Puzzle Game! Just tap, swipe, and drop the colorful cat blocks. This intuitive and casual drop puzzle game is perfect for a quick start during your free time. Its simple controls make it enjoyable for everyone, making it ideal for commuting or short breaks. ■ Discover your playstyle! Are you a speedrunner who stacks quickly for a quick clear, or a score chaser who piles high for the top score? With over 100 unique stages, eveery playthrough brings a new challenge for you. ■ Two new modes to choose from! In 'Select Mode,' you can choose and replay any unlocked stage as many times as you like. Take your time and aim to complete the stages at your own pace! In 'Challenge Mode,' however, you’ll need to consecutively clear randomly appearing stages without using the revival feature. Break the record and climb the leaderboards! ---------------------------------- ◆Gameplay Tips and Strategies◆ ---------------------------------- ■Utilize the Cat Blocks' Characteristics! Fill gaps with soft water cat blocks or wedge in the non-slippery green cat blocks to conquer the variety of stages. Each stage introduces cat blocks with different traits, requiring strategies that make the most of their features. ■Make Use of the Helper White Cat Block! When you can't stack any more, call in the special helper white cat ball to turn the tide. ■Manage the Out Gauge! The game will be over if the gauge on the left side of the screen reaches MAX. Clear the stage without using the Helper White Cat Block or stack the maximum number of cat blocks to restore the gauge. ■Aim for the Bonus Stage! After clearing difficult stages, a special bonus stage awaits! This is your chance to rack up a huge score! In the bonus stage, you can earn more points than usual. So, aim to set a new high score. ■Perfect for Short Breaks! Enjoyable even in short bursts, making it a great choice for busy days. It's also perfect for relaxing or refreshing your mind. ■For Even More Fun Compete with friends for high scores! Play together and challenge each other's scores. [Official X] https://twitter.com/StrayCatDoors ※For inquiries about the app, please contact us through the official website. ※This game is free to play, but some content is available for purchase.

Screenshots

JANGO4 screens
Stray Cat Falling4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: JANGO at none against Stray Cat Falling's 5. Stray Cat Falling's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Stray Cat Falling sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. JANGO asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JANGO ships an update every 3 months, Stray Cat Falling every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
JANGO versus Stray Cat Falling: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJANGOStray Cat Falling
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (9 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—9 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB115 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKENTAROU YASUIPULSMO,INC.

In-app purchases

None

JANGO

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Stray Cat Falling

One-time5
  • Bronze Supporter$1.99
  • Silver Supporter$2.99
  • Remove video ads$2.99
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  • Gold Supporter$5.99
  • Platinum Supporter$19.99

Questions

Is JANGO free?
JANGO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Stray Cat Falling free?
Stray Cat Falling is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do JANGO or Stray Cat Falling have ads?
Both JANGO and Stray Cat Falling show ads.
Which is updated more often, JANGO or Stray Cat Falling?
JANGO ships an update every 3 months, and Stray Cat Falling every 2 weeks. Most recently, JANGO was updated on September 29, 2026 and Stray Cat Falling on October 6, 2026.

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