Comparison

Pentix vs Falling Lightblocks

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

Head to head
About

Pentix

Experience a fresh take on classic falling block puzzles with unique five-brick pieces. Engage in single-player modes or compete globally in real-time multiplayer matches. Enjoy stunning visuals and an epic soundtrack.

Highlights
  • Five-brick puzzle pieces
  • Classic gameplay with modern twist
  • Endless Challenge Mode
  • Campaign and Adventure Modes
  • Global Multiplayer Mode
  • Achievements and Leaderboards
  • Visually stunning graphics
Features
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New twist in classic "Falling Blocks" game. Play with challenging 5 (penta) brick figures instead of classic 4 (tetris). Manipulate the pieces to form a horizontal lines without gaps. Embark on a journey of timeless puzzle-solving fun with Pentix Nova, the ultimate rendition of the classic block-stacking game! Immerse yourself in the iconic “Falling Blocks” experience reimagined for the modern era, featuring stunning graphics, intuitive controls, and a host of exciting new features. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a newcomer to the world of block puzzles, Pentix Nova offers a captivating and challenging gameplay experience that will keep you hooked for hours on end. === Key Features === - Classic Gameplay with a Modern Twist: Rediscover the addictive joy of fitting tetrominoes and pentaminoes together to clear lines. Pentix Nova stays true to the beloved original while introducing new features and enhancements that elevate the gameplay to a whole new level. - Endless Challenge Mode: Test your “falling blocks” skills in the relentless Endless Challenge mode. How long can you keep up with the ever-increasing speed and complexity? Compete against yourself and friends to achieve the highest score and claim the title of Pentix Nova. - Campaign and Adventure Modes: Embark on a thrilling journey through a series of meticulously crafted levels in our exclusive Campaign Mode. Solve puzzles, overcome obstacles, and progress through a variety of unique challenges that will test your Pentix skills to the max. Each level is a new opportunity to showcase your strategic prowess and unlock rewards. Can you conquer them all? - Global Multiplayer Mode: Connect with falling blocks genre enthusiasts worldwide in the exhilarating multiplayer mode. Compete in real-time matches, showcase your skills, and rise through the ranks to become the ultimate Pentix. - Achievements and Leaderboards: Track your progress and compete with players from around the world. Unlock a variety of achievements as you master different aspects of the game. Climb the leaderboards to prove that you're the ultimate Pentix champion. - Visually Stunning Graphics: Immerse yourself in a visually captivating world where vibrant colors and dynamic animations bring the classic falling blocks to life. Experience a feast for the eyes as you play through different themes and backgrounds. - Epic Soundtrack: Enjoy the timeless classic tunes that have become synonymous with the game. Let the catchy melodies and immersive sound effects enhance your gaming experience and keep you in the zone as you tackle challenging levels. - Intuitive Controls: Effortlessly control the falling tetriminoes and pentiminoes with easy-to-master swipe and tap gestures. Whether you're a casual player or a hardcore enthusiast, Pentix Nova ensures a smooth and enjoyable gameplay experience for everyone. Are you ready to take on the challenge and become a Pentix? Download now and experience the timeless joy of stacking blocks in this modern and feature-packed version of the classic falling blocks game! Privacy policy: https://akatek.biz/apps/pentix/privacy_policy Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

About

Falling Lightblocks

A classic falling block puzzle game with modern controls and graphics. Compete with friends or players worldwide through various multiplayer modes and challenging missions. Enjoy customizable themes and multiple control options.

Highlights
  • Falling block puzzle gameplay
  • Touch, accelerometer, and controller controls
  • Real-time and turn-based multiplayer
  • Global leaderboards and game replays
  • Missions and campaign mode
  • Modern graphics and themes
Features
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Easy puzzle game with falling blocks which can be rotated on their way down. Full lines are cleared. Falling Lightblocks is the game you loved on your Japanese console in the early 90's. Now on your mobile with full touch control, gravity control, game controller support and a fresh and clean modern look. On iOS 13.5 and up, you can also use a hardware keyboard to play. Compete with others on the leaderboards, or start a turn-based or real-time multiplayer game against opponents. The challenging missions will teach you all things you need to defeat them! Why choose this Falling Blocks app? - Modern graphics - Different game modes including a tutorial for beginners and a challenging campaign mode - Multiplayer modes - Landscape and portrait orientation supported - Excellent control via touch gestures, or you can optionally also use adjustable on screen buttons - Fancy control via accelerometer - Game controller and hardware keyboard support - Global leaderboards and game replays, Game Center achievements - Customizable with themes - No advertisements

Screenshots

Pentix4 screens
Falling Lightblocks4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Falling Lightblocks at 84% against Pentix's 47%. Falling Lightblocks also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). Pentix's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (4.6K vs 345). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Pentix sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Falling Lightblocks sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Falling Lightblocks holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pentix has 4.6K ratings behind it against 345, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of Pentix's written reviews are positive against 84% of Falling Lightblocks's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pentix ships an update weekly, Falling Lightblocks every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Pentix versus Falling Lightblocks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPentixFalling Lightblocks
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (4.6K ratings)4.8 (345 ratings) — better
Positive reviews47.1% of reviews83.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4.6K — better345
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAkaTek LLCBenjamin Schulte

Customer experience

Pentix

All ratings4,582 ratings
Positive86.0%
Neutral6.4%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews344 reviews
Positive47.1%
Neutral8.7%
Negative44.2%

Falling Lightblocks

All ratings275 ratings
Positive94.5%
Neutral1.8%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews136 reviews
Positive83.8%
Neutral6.6%
Negative9.6%

User reviews

Pentix

From 4.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Fun game
  • 🚀 Exciting from the first minute
  • 💡 Innovative and challenging
  • 👍 Great way to entertain yourself

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy multiplayer
  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🔍 Too many ads
  • 🔍 Ads disrupt gameplay
  • 🔍 Ads cover the screen

Falling Lightblocks

From 345 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and smooth gameplay
  • 👍 Customizable themes and controls
  • 🔒 No ads or in-app purchases
  • 💡 Multiplayer and challenge modes
  • 👍 Simple and intuitive interface

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional control issues and responsiveness problems
  • 💡 Lack of advanced Tetris mechanics (e.g. T-spins)
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues on some devices
  • 👎 Gesture controls can be finicky

Bugs and requests

Pentix

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Pieces not sticking properly
  • Screen size issues after updates
  • Game randomly quits
  • Controls become unresponsive

Requested features

4 requests
  • More levels and campaigns
  • Ability to reset campaign progress
  • Option to customize block colors and backgrounds
  • Improved multiplayer functionality

Falling Lightblocks

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Occasional lag or choppiness on high-end devices
  • Bluetooth controller issues (e.g. DualShock lightbar staying on)
  • Inconsistent block rotation and locking behavior

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add option to adjust game mechanics (DAS, ARR, etc.)
  • Implement Tetris Super Rotation System
  • Provide more detailed gameplay statistics and scoring information
  • Add support for Apple TV and other platforms

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pentix

One-time2
  • Unlock All Levels$3.99
  • Remove all ads$4.99
3 purchases

Falling Lightblocks

One-time3
  • Supporter$1.99
  • Sponsor$3.99
  • Patron$5.99

Questions

Is Pentix free?
Pentix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Falling Lightblocks free?
Falling Lightblocks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pentix or Falling Lightblocks?
Falling Lightblocks is rated higher. Pentix averages 4.5 out of 5 from 4.6K ratings, while Falling Lightblocks averages 4.8 from 345 ratings.
Do Pentix or Falling Lightblocks have ads?
Pentix shows ads; Falling Lightblocks does not.
Which is updated more often, Pentix or Falling Lightblocks?
Pentix ships an update weekly, and Falling Lightblocks every 2 months. Most recently, Pentix was updated on November 6, 2026 and Falling Lightblocks on November 6, 2026.

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