Comparison

Tangram Challenge vs simian.interface++

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

Head to head
About

Tangram Challenge

Features
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Welcome to "Tangram Challenge: Master of Shapes," a captivating and mind-bending puzzle game that will put your spatial intelligence to the test! With two exciting modes, this game promises endless hours of brain-teasing fun. - Easy Mode: In the Easy Mode, you'll have the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the art of tangram puzzles. This mode is perfect for beginners and casual players. The puzzles start with simple shapes and gradually become more intricate. Your goal is to arrange the provided pieces into a specific shape, which is often a recognizable object, animal, or symbol. As you progress through the levels, you'll learn to think in abstract geometrical terms and gain a strong foundation in tangram solving. - Expert Mode: Ready for a challenge that will truly test your mental acuity? Enter Expert Mode and experience tangram puzzles at their most complex. The pieces become more numerous and abstract, requiring a keen eye for detail and an advanced understanding of spatial relationships. Expert Mode is designed for puzzle enthusiasts and those seeking a real brain workout. You'll need to tap into your inner artist and think critically to solve these intricate puzzles. Are you ready to embark on this mesmerizing journey into the world of shapes and spatial logic? "Tangram Challenge: Master of Shapes" is the perfect game for both beginners and seasoned puzzle solvers. Test your skills, unlock your creativity, and see if you have what it takes to become the ultimate Tangram King Master!

About

simian.interface++

An abstract puzzle game that challenges players with pattern recognition and intuition. It features a unique soundtrack, an original version of the game, and a new infinite mode with procedurally generated content for endless replayability.

Highlights
  • Abstract puzzle experience
  • Pattern recognition challenges
  • Intuitive gameplay
  • Original game included
  • Infinite_loop mode
  • Procedurally generated levels
Features
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simian.interface++, the fully featured update to the Flash game simian.interface, is an abstract puzzle experience for simian participants of all ages and abilities. There are no explicit rules, no instructions, and very simple controls. Inspired by tabletop puzzles, modern art, and cognitive psychology experiments, simian.interface++ presents challenges that must be solved using pattern recognition, intuition, and experimentation. features: - an incredible soundtrack composed by chiptune artist Note! - the original simian.interface - the new 'infinite_loop' mode, with procedurally generated levels, and randomized music and story content! infinite replay value! *This is essentially the same version of the game that was published on iOS by Chillingo from 2014-2017. However, it has been updated for modern devices, and is now self-published so we can ensure that it stays functional and available. Apologies to anyone who purchased the old version.

Screenshots

Tangram Challenge4 screens
simian.interface++4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: simian.interface++ at none against Tangram Challenge's shown. simian.interface++ also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Tangram Challenge sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and simian.interface++ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tangram Challenge ships an update every 2 months, simian.interface++ daily. Both last shipped on October 9, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Tangram Challenge versus simian.interface++: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTangram Challengesimian.interface++
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB152 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKrushna Sanghanivested interest LLC

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Tangram Challenge

One-time4
  • 100 Coins$1.99
  • 3000 Coins$3.99
  • 5000 Coins$5.99
Show 1 more
  • Remove Ads$9.99
1 purchases

simian.interface++

One-time1
  • Buy Full Game$1.99

Questions

Is Tangram Challenge free?
Tangram Challenge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is simian.interface++ free?
simian.interface++ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Tangram Challenge or simian.interface++ have ads?
Tangram Challenge shows ads; simian.interface++ does not.
Which is updated more often, Tangram Challenge or simian.interface++?
Tangram Challenge ships an update every 2 months, and simian.interface++ daily. Most recently, Tangram Challenge was updated on October 9, 2026 and simian.interface++ on October 9, 2026.

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