Combo the NUMBER vs Shake & Release
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Combo the NUMBER
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Combine the same blocks of numbers to make a higher score. If you score 2048 or more, you earn a success bonus. The higher the number, The greater the score. Aim for the MERGE COMBO The higher the combo, the higher the score and benefits. Normal Mode, Feva Mode for Speed, Complete Mode for Strategy Enjoy three modes of different styles. [Game Common Rule] Tap to drop the number. If you touch the same block of numbers, the blocks merge. Create a larger block of numbers to get a higher score higher score. [Feva Mode Rule] Stack the FEVA gauge through the MERGE COMBO. The higher the FEVA, the higher the score Play as fast as you can. [Complete Mode Rule] Create 5 blocks of numbers greater than 2048 to win Make 5 2048 blocks in the fastest turn possible You have to play strategically. [Feature] Free the Minimization of AD - Feel free to enjoy without the pressure of AD.
Shake & Release
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This is an exhilarating stress-relief app designed to help you burn away your worries with fire. Simply input the word that represents your stress, then shake your smartphone! The More you shake, the more points you earn, and more "stress words" will multiply across your screen. Finally, press the "BOOOOM!!!" button to watch all your stress explode. Shake! Shake! Shake! while aiming for a high score and relieving your stress!!!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Combo the NUMBER at none against Shake & Release's shown. Combo the NUMBER also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.6). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Combo the NUMBER ships an update every 2 weeks, Shake & Release fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Combo the NUMBER | Shake & Release |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 45 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Choong-Ji Kim | Kana Uchida |
In-app purchases
Combo the NUMBER
No in-app purchases
Shake & Release
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Combo the NUMBER free?
Is Shake & Release free?
Do Combo the NUMBER or Shake & Release have ads?
Which is updated more often, Combo the NUMBER or Shake & Release?
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