# Really Simple Arcade vs Block Blaster Arcade

The clearest difference is ads: Really Simple Arcade at none against Block Blaster Arcade's shown. Really Simple Arcade also leads on ratings volume (3 vs 1). Block Blaster Arcade's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 days) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Really Simple Arcade sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Block Blaster Arcade sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Really Simple Arcade against 5.0 for Block Blaster Arcade. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

Really Simple Arcade ships an update every 4 days, Block Blaster Arcade every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Really Simple Arcade | Block Blaster Arcade |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/really-simple-arcade/id1663330854/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-blaster-arcade/id6769143534/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 4 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Richard L Zarth III](https://appshunter.io/developer/1508251403) | [Digital Palette LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/642936946) |

## What reviewers say

### Really Simple Arcade

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/really-simple-arcade/id1663330854)

This app offers a collection of classic and unique arcade games, including Simon Says, Snake, and Tic-Tac-Toe. Two additional games are available via in-app purchase. Enjoy ad-free fun with more games planned for the future.

**Highlights:** Collection of arcade classics, Unique new games, Simon Says, Snake with touch/keyboard controls, Tic-Tac-Toe with multiple difficulties, Optional in-app purchase games

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Game Pack One | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $9.99 | one-time |


### Block Blaster Arcade

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-blaster-arcade/id6769143534)

Engage in fast-paced arcade puzzle shooting where strategic shots are key to survival. Slide your ship, fire at falling blocks, and clear lines to prevent the board from reaching critical levels. Collect power-ups and aim for new high scores.

**Highlights:** Arcade block-clearing action, Swipe-to-aim shooting, Bomb, laser, and zapper power-ups, Combo scoring and high-score chasing, Game Center leaderboards and achievements, Optional rewarded ad continues

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Really Simple Arcade free?

Really Simple Arcade is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Block Blaster Arcade free?

Block Blaster Arcade is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Really Simple Arcade or Block Blaster Arcade?

Really Simple Arcade and Block Blaster Arcade are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Really Simple Arcade or Block Blaster Arcade have ads?

Block Blaster Arcade shows ads; Really Simple Arcade does not.

### Which is updated more often, Really Simple Arcade or Block Blaster Arcade?

Really Simple Arcade ships an update every 4 days, and Block Blaster Arcade every 2 days. Most recently, Really Simple Arcade was updated on October 1, 2026 and Block Blaster Arcade on October 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*