Comparison

Downfall vs New Journey

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

New Journey

Explore a mysterious multiverse where you can alter the past to change the future. This puzzle game challenges you to discover its mechanics and solve riddles. Unravel a captivating story and be rewarded when the puzzles click.

Highlights
  • Multiverse exploration
  • Discoverable game mechanics
  • Challenging riddles
  • Rewarding gameplay
  • Mysterious and captivating story
Features
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In the New Journey Multiverse, when time and space intertwine, the future is yours to change the past. New Journey is a puzzle game about the Multiverse. Exploration is a key factor; the game mechanics need to be discovered. Its riddles are challenging, yet very rewarding. Its story is very mysterious and captivating. "When it all clicks, you'll be rewarded handsomely" - PocketGamer

Screenshots

Downfall4 screens
New Journey4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: New Journey at 100% against Downfall's 64%. New Journey also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). Downfall's advantage is iOS requirement (6.0 vs 12.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Downfall sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. New Journey asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Downfall versus New Journey: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDownfallNew Journey
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews64.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS6.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNorbyteDiego Cathalifaud

Customer experience

Downfall

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

New Journey

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Downfall

One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$0.99
None

New Journey

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Downfall free?
Downfall is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is New Journey free?
New Journey is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Downfall or New Journey have ads?
Neither Downfall nor New Journey shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Downfall or New Journey?
Downfall ships an update every 4 months, and New Journey every 4 months. Most recently, Downfall was updated on October 10, 2026 and New Journey on October 9, 2026.

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