Comparison

Kerplinkus vs FlipQuest

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

Head to head
About

Kerplinkus

This challenging puzzle game offers a unique take on block removal, requiring players to manage eight columns simultaneously. Swap any two blocks to clear them, avoiding an out-of-control cascade. Enjoy retro audio and graphics, with the option to play your own music.

Highlights
  • Unique block removal mechanics
  • Manage 8 columns simultaneously
  • Swap any two blocks
  • Retro audio and graphics
  • Play with your own music
  • Game Center integration
Features
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“[Kerplinkus] delivers a fresh take on the formula that's simple and highly challenging — in fact, it can be downright panic inspiring. It's a pretty frantic affair.” -Blake of Touch Arcade “Kerplinkus promises retro take on match-based puzzle play... mixing the old with the new... [in] a distinctly old skool flavour.” -Keith Andrews of Pocket Gamer “Is very, very addictive. Prying yourself away from the game proves very difficult. It has high replay potential and will offer many hours of entertainment.... This is a must-buy for casual puzzle game players.” -Linda Ta of AppSafari “If you love playing casual puzzle games on your iPhone or iPod touch such as Bejewelled or Trism then [this] is definitely worth taking a look at.... If games like Pac Man, Space Invaders and Tetris still have a place in your heart then Kerplinkus could definitely find its way on to your homescreen.” -Phil Wheeler of AppAdvice “This tile-matching game sets itself well apart from competing products, due to its hectic gameplay, muted art style, and classic SID-chip soundtrack.... It is actually very different from the normal mode of thinking.... A really nice effort by the crew at [Kranky Robot].” -AppGamers.com "Refreshing! - Just like it says, not another match 3!" - Zztfox "Nice! - Great to see this classic brought into the new era!" - Lord Gek "A great original puzzler! - Excellent game, fun, different, challenging, and simple to understand! A new favorite - I look forward to seeing what else this developer releases. Recommended :)" - ralp99 Kerplinkus is a completely new take on the casual puzzle game. It's like spinning plates. You must focus on ALL 8 columns or 1 will grow out-of-control. No match 3. No movement restrictions. No special-blocks. Swap ANY 2 blocks anywhere, anytime. Just focus on removing blocks, not creating them. Features: - Retro Audio: Old school music and sound effects. - Retro Graphics: Color cycling and simple graphics to achieve that retro vibe. - iPod Music: Play your own music in the background. - Mute Audio: Kerplinkus(tm) respects the iPhone’s ring/silent switch. - Volume Control: Conveniently adjust the volume from the option menu or the pause screen. - Game Center.

About

FlipQuest

Features
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Welcome to FlipQuest, the endless tile puzzle adventure that will captivate you for hours. Your goal is to rotate and sort the tiles until all the connections perfectly align. With constantly new challenges, FlipQuest offers limitless puzzle fun that never gets boring. Every day brings a new challenge to help you improve your skills. Additionally, you can compete with players worldwide and earn achievements as you master more and more puzzles. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned puzzle pro, FlipQuest provides three different difficulty levels to ensure the perfect challenge for everyone. You can also personalize your gaming experience with a variety of unlockable designs, allowing you to showcase your unique style and stand out from the crowd. FlipQuest is the perfect game for all logic puzzle enthusiasts seeking endless fun. Download FlipQuest now and dive into a world of tile puzzles that never end!

Screenshots

Kerplinkus4 screens
FlipQuest4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: FlipQuest at Free against Kerplinkus's $0.99. Kerplinkus's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence 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

FlipQuest is free to download; Kerplinkus costs $0.99 up front. FlipQuest sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Kerplinkus asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Kerplinkus versus FlipQuest: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKerplinkusFlipQuest
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.6 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDanny BlissAsgardSoft GmbH

In-app purchases

None

Kerplinkus

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

FlipQuest

One-time4
  • 5.000 Coins$1.99
  • 10.000 Coins$2.99
  • Premium$3.99
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  • 20.000 Coins$4.99

Questions

Is Kerplinkus free?
Kerplinkus costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is FlipQuest free?
FlipQuest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Kerplinkus or FlipQuest have ads?
FlipQuest shows ads; Kerplinkus does not.
Which is updated more often, Kerplinkus or FlipQuest?
Kerplinkus ships an update every 2 months, and FlipQuest every 2 months. Most recently, Kerplinkus was updated on October 24, 2026 and FlipQuest on October 7, 2026.

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