Comparison

Downfall vs Glowing Spheres

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

Head to head
About

Downfall

A 3D puzzle game where you match colored blocks to clear lines. It offers over 30 game variations with special blocks and realistic physics for an engaging experience.

Highlights
  • 3D block matching gameplay
  • Over 30 game variations
  • Special blocks (dynamite, snow shovels)
  • Realistic physics and animations
  • Smooth 3D transitions
  • Ad-free Pro version available
Features
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Match the colored blocks and watch them swish by you in this 3D implementation of a classic puzzle game, with almost endless variations! We obviously think Downfall is great, but don't take our word for it. Scroll down to read what some of the magazines and websites have said about it. Guide the falling blocks using swipes and taps, to form same colored lines in this action packed puzzle game. There are over 30 game variations, with special blocks (like dynamite sticks, snow shovels etc.) and different designs. The game features smooth 3D animations and realistic physics, with ejected blocks flying towards you and the game area swaying every time you drop a stack of blocks. --- REVIEWS --- "provided me with more mind-bending entertainment than several major titles released this year." /Game Chronicles Magazine "deserves all the recognition that can be heaped upon it." "Simple, colorful, addictive and challenging" "Perfect for yourself or a family environment" /Inside Mac Games "This fun, falling-blocks game takes the concepts of T***** [redacted trademark] and C****** [redacted trademark] to a whole new level, offering 3D graphics and new game types." "We were amazed at the smooth 3D transitions between games and the way the board reacts to winning block combinations." /CNET Download.com Mac Editor's Review --- OPTIONAL PRO FEATURES --- * Ad-free * Instantly unlock all game variations You can upgrade the free app to Pro through a simple in-app purchase.

About

Glowing Spheres

An entertaining 80s-themed puzzle game where players match spheres of the same color to earn points. Achieve a bonus by clearing all spheres. Compete to beat your high score with a retro soundtrack and visuals.

Highlights
  • 80s retro theme
  • Match same-colored spheres
  • Collect points
  • Special bonus for clearing all spheres
  • High score competition
  • Funky music and sound effects
Features
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Glowing Spheres is an entertaining game in a stunning 80s-retro-theme. Match the spheres of the same color and collect points. If you're able to finish without any sphere left, you'll receive a special bonus. Can you beat your high score? A funky music theme, sound effects and carefully crafted visuals provide a pleasing experience and a tribute to the 80s.

Screenshots

Downfall4 screens
Glowing Spheres3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Glowing Spheres at 4.0 against Downfall's 3.3. Glowing Spheres also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 64%) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Downfall's advantage is iOS requirement (6.0 vs 15.6). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Downfall sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Glowing Spheres asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Glowing Spheres holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Downfall's written reviews are positive against 100% of Glowing Spheres's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Downfall ships an update every 4 months, Glowing Spheres every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Downfall versus Glowing Spheres: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDownfallGlowing Spheres
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (4 ratings)4.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews64.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS6.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNorbyteMartin List

Customer experience

Downfall

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive64.3%
Neutral7.1%
Negative28.6%

Glowing Spheres

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Downfall

One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$0.99
None

Glowing Spheres

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Downfall free?
Downfall is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Glowing Spheres free?
Glowing Spheres is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Downfall or Glowing Spheres?
Glowing Spheres is rated higher. Downfall averages 3.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Glowing Spheres averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Downfall or Glowing Spheres have ads?
Neither Downfall nor Glowing Spheres shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Downfall or Glowing Spheres?
Downfall ships an update every 4 months, and Glowing Spheres every 2 months. Most recently, Downfall was updated on October 10, 2026 and Glowing Spheres on September 28, 2026.

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