Comparison

Petanque 2012 Pro vs Referee Simulator

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

Head to head
About

Petanque 2012 Pro

Experience the strategic sport of petanque in a realistic 3D virtual environment. Aim to place your balls closer to the jack than your opponent to score points. Test your accuracy and strategy across various locations and difficulty levels.

Highlights
  • Realistic 3D petanque simulation
  • Multiple teams with varying performance
  • Five difficulty levels
  • Three distinct playing environments
  • Adjustable number of balls per team
  • 3D zoom for analysis
  • Automatic game saving
Features
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Petanque 2012 Pro allows you to relive the thrill of a real game of petanque in a 3D virtual environment. The rules: the aim is to place his balls nearer the jack than their opponent. The counting is done once every ball thrown. Only those balls ahead of the opponent scores points. The challenge: win the game by being accurate and strategic. Features: -A panel of 5 teams with different performance, -5 Levels of difficulty, -3 different places (city, campaign, beach), -Choice of 3 to 6 balls per team, -A "3D zoom" to analyze the game, -Automatically saves the current game. Will you be able to beat the computer? Pointing, shooting, it's time to play !

About

Referee Simulator

Step into the role of a professional soccer referee in this career simulation game. Make crucial decisions on the field, manage player interactions, and utilize VAR technology to climb the ranks from amateur to elite levels. Your performance impacts match outcomes, league standings, and your personal reputation.

Highlights
  • Call fouls and show cards
  • Manage player confrontations
  • Utilize VAR technology
  • Progress through referee ranks
  • Analyze post-match performance
  • Purchase new equipment
  • Text-based match simulations
Features
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REFEREE CAREER: SOCCER DECISION MAKER BLOW THE WHISTLE, MAKE THE CALL Step into the boots of a professional soccer referee in this unique career simulation game. Your decisions shape matches, championships, and your own career path. Start from the bottom of the referee ranks and work your way up to the elite professional level! * Call fouls, award penalties, and show cards * Manage player confrontations and maintain control * Use VAR technology to review critical moments * Time your calls perfectly to maintain match flow * Experience unique match scenarios each game COMPREHENSIVE REFEREE CAREER Begin your journey in the lower divisions (C Class) and climb your way to the prestigious Professional Class: * C Class: Amateur matches, perfect for learning the basics * B Class: Semi-professional matches with growing expectations * A Class: Professional matches with intense scrutiny * PRO Class: Elite matches with the highest pressure and rewards Your performance determines how quickly you advance through the ranks. Exceptional referees can fast-track their careers! MATCH AFTERMATH & REPUTATION Every decision you make affects your reputation in the soccer world: * View detailed post-match performance ratings * Read social media reactions to your most controversial calls * See how fans, players, and coaches respond to your decisions LEAGUE TABLE & CHAMPIONSHIP IMPACT Your decisions don't just affect individual matches - they can change entire championships: * Access league tables to see team standings * Understand the stakes of each match you officiate * Balance fairness with the intense atmosphere of crucial matches REFEREE DEVELOPMENT & CUSTOMIZATION Earn money from each match based on your performance and division level: * Visit the Referee Shop to purchase new equipments AUTHENTIC SOCCER EXPERIENCE Immerse yourself in a realistic soccer world: * Detailed Text-Based match simulations with dynamic player movements * Weather conditions that affect match flow and visibility VAR TECHNOLOGY MASTERY Modern soccer relies on 2D video review technology - master it to excel: * Make the final call after careful analysis * Review incidents from multiple camera angles * Make the final call after careful analysis REALISTIC PROGRESSION SYSTEM Your career advancement depends on consistent performance: * Complete season objectives to earn promotions * Risk demotion if your performance falls below standards Experience the beautiful game from a completely new perspective! REFEREE CAREER: SOCCER DECISION SIMULATOR puts you in control of the most important decisions in the sport. Your journey from amateur fields to professional stadiums begins with a whistle and a rulebook. Do you have what it takes to reach the top of the refereeing world? Download now and make the call! https://www.akinaksoydev.com/frs-privacy

Screenshots

Petanque 2012 Pro4 screens
Referee Simulator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Referee Simulator at every 2 months against Petanque 2012 Pro's every 20 months. Petanque 2012 Pro's advantage is review sentiment (54% vs 25%) and rating (3.3 vs 3.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Petanque 2012 Pro costs $0.99 and Referee Simulator $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Petanque 2012 Pro holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of Petanque 2012 Pro's written reviews are positive against 25% of Referee Simulator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Petanque 2012 Pro ships an update every 20 months, Referee Simulator every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Petanque 2012 Pro versus Referee Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPetanque 2012 ProReferee Simulator
Price$0.99$0.99
Rating3.3 (3 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews54.2% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 20 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTangram3DAkin Aksoy

Customer experience

Petanque 2012 Pro

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive54.2%
Neutral37.5%
Negative8.3%

Referee Simulator

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Petanque 2012 Pro

No in-app purchases

None

Referee Simulator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Petanque 2012 Pro free?
Petanque 2012 Pro costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Referee Simulator free?
Referee Simulator costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Petanque 2012 Pro or Referee Simulator?
Petanque 2012 Pro is rated higher. Petanque 2012 Pro averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Referee Simulator averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Petanque 2012 Pro or Referee Simulator have ads?
Neither Petanque 2012 Pro nor Referee Simulator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Petanque 2012 Pro or Referee Simulator?
Petanque 2012 Pro ships an update every 20 months, and Referee Simulator every 2 months. Most recently, Petanque 2012 Pro was updated on October 12, 2026 and Referee Simulator on October 7, 2026.

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