# The Impossible Game vs Brain Test

The clearest difference is price: Brain Test at Free against The Impossible Game's $0.99. Brain Test also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (1.5M vs 325). The Impossible Game's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On review sentiment, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Brain Test is free to download; The Impossible Game costs $0.99 up front. The Impossible Game sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Brain Test sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Brain Test holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brain Test has 1.5M ratings behind it against 325, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 66% of The Impossible Game's written reviews are positive against 58% of Brain Test's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

The Impossible Game ships an update every 4 weeks, Brain Test monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Impossible Game | Brain Test |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.1 (325 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-impossible-game/id367242040/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.5M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-test-tricky-puzzles/id1486214495/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 325 | **1.5M** |
| Positive reviews | **65.6% of reviews** | 58.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #11 | **#2** |
| Size | 14 MB | 297 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [FlukeDude Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/367242043) | [UNICO STUDIO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1467451326) |

## What reviewers say

### The Impossible Game

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-impossible-game/id367242040)

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Paid · Music, #48 Top Paid · Casual, #116 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Guide an orange square through challenging levels by tapping to jump over obstacles. Instant death and respawns await any mistake. Features an addictive soundtrack and practice mode with checkpoints.

**Highlights:** One-tap controls, Challenging levels, Instant death and respawns, Practice mode with checkpoints, Unlockable medals, Stats page

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Level Pack | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Addictive and challenging gameplay
- 🎶 Excellent soundtrack
- 🕹️ Simple yet effective controls
- 🏆 Sense of achievement when completing levels
- 💯 Original and unique concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid levels after initial purchase
- 📱 Lack of optimization for larger screens
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🕹️ Overly difficult, not suitable for casual gamers

**Reported bugs**

- Levels not loading properly
- Cube disappearing during gameplay
- Lag and performance issues on some devices

**Requested features**

- More levels and level packs
- Level editor and ability to create custom levels
- Leaderboards and achievements
- Optimization for newer devices


### Brain Test

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-test-tricky-puzzles/id1486214495)

**Currently charting:** #2 Top Free · Trivia, #21 Top Grossing · Trivia, #47 Top Free · Puzzle, #107 Top Free · Games (US App Store)

Engage your mind with a collection of clever and surprising puzzles that use misdirection and playful logic. This app offers unconventional challenges designed for casual enjoyment and creative thinking, perfect for solo play or sharing.

**Highlights:** Unconventional puzzle design, Surprising twists, Simple mechanics, Engaging content, Family friendly, No timers or stress

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Package | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| 250 Lamps | $1.99 | one-time |
| 500 Lamps | $2.99 | one-time |
| Limited Time Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads + 1000 bulb | $3.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Lamps | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coolest Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads + 250 bulb | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2500 Lamps | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and challenging
- 👍 Helps sharpen the mind
- 😊 Addictive and entertaining

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤬 Too many ads
- 🙄 Ads interrupt gameplay
- 😒 Ads are repetitive
- 😠 Ads are unskippable

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes or crashes
- Hint system not working as expected
- Inability to exit ads

**Requested features**

- More levels and updates
- Reduce frequency of ads
- Improve hint system
- Add difficulty options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Impossible Game free?

The Impossible Game costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Brain Test free?

Brain Test is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, The Impossible Game or Brain Test?

Brain Test is rated higher. The Impossible Game averages 4.1 out of 5 from 325 ratings, while Brain Test averages 4.8 from 1.5M ratings.

### Do The Impossible Game or Brain Test have ads?

Brain Test shows ads; The Impossible Game does not.

### Which is updated more often, The Impossible Game or Brain Test?

The Impossible Game ships an update every 4 weeks, and Brain Test monthly. Most recently, The Impossible Game was updated on September 25, 2026 and Brain Test on September 26, 2026.

### Which is more popular, The Impossible Game or Brain Test?

The Impossible Game currently peaks at #11 in the App Store charts, and Brain Test at #2. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*