Comparison

Downfall vs Matobox

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

Matobox

Features
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Matobox is a game designed to train you in mental arithmetic while playing an extremely fun game. It offers different levels of difficulty to allow you to always play with pleasure. You can even submit your score if you succeed in the game! But be warned, the world is full of little geniuses who are particularly good at math, and making it into the top 20 is not for the faint of heart! Unless you are a genius yourself...

Screenshots

Downfall4 screens
Matobox3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Matobox at none against Downfall's 1. Matobox also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 4 months). Downfall's advantage is iOS requirement (6.0 vs 15.0). On price, 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. Matobox asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Downfall ships an update every 4 months, Matobox every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Downfall versus Matobox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDownfallMatobox
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews64.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS6.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB79 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNorbytepoly sok

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Downfall

One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$0.99
None

Matobox

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Downfall free?
Downfall is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Matobox free?
Matobox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Downfall or Matobox have ads?
Neither Downfall nor Matobox shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Downfall or Matobox?
Downfall ships an update every 4 months, and Matobox every 11 days. Most recently, Downfall was updated on October 10, 2026 and Matobox on October 14, 2026.

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