Comparison

Shake vs Punzzle Mania

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

Head to head
About

Shake

Features
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Shake-a-Face: A Digital Twist on Belle Époque Whimsy Step into a playful realm where the elegance of the Belle époque meets the joy of German innovation with "Shake-a-Face," a digital reinterpretation of the classic EPESO handheld game. This charming app fuses the artistic flair of bygone days with the interactive capabilities of modern technology. Key Features: - Discover your favorite face from 40 unique profiles, each beckoning with its own story. - Master various chain mechanisms that animate your characters with a simple shake, evoking the spirit of the original EPESO creations. - Delight in the responsive gravity simulation that adds life-like movement as you twist and turn your device. - Utilize intuitive gestures, such as the pinch-to-zoom feature, to scrutinize the comical details of each caricature. - Capture and preserve the whimsical creations you craft. With just a tap, our app's built-in camera feature allows you to save and share the delightful visages you bring to life. Whether you’re a connoisseur of nostalgia, a devotee of German cultural artifacts, or seeking a bit of light entertainment, "Shake-a-Face" is your gateway to old-world charm. From the prominent "Nase" to the playful "Nez," each shake unveils a new expression, echoing the sophistication and wit of the Belle époque. Join the revival of EPESO GERMANY’s treasured pastime. Download "Shake-a-Face" today and pocket a piece of history ready to animate at your whim!

About

Punzzle Mania

Engage your mind with thousands of unique, handcrafted picture puzzles. Solve puns at your own pace without any timers or pressure. Enjoy offline play for entertainment anywhere.

Highlights
  • Thousands of handcrafted pun puzzles
  • Play at your own pace
  • No timers or star ratings
  • Offline gameplay
  • Unique art style
Features
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Thousands of handcrafted little scenes of pun excellence, built like collectible art toys, lovingly assembled and now your problem. Every Punzzle was lovingly made by the RoadRocks team. We can no longer hold a normal conversation. Thousands of Punzzles have consequences. Play at your own pace. Our pace involved a mild dissociative episode. No timers. No star ratings. No pressure. Nobody is coming to grade you. Nobody is coming at all, actually. Punzzle works offline, so you can play on a train, in a bunker, or next to that younger uncle who thinks his Grade-C puns are gifts to humanity. Much love from RoadRocks. Thanks for spending a little time in our world of puns and questionable art pieces.

Screenshots

Shake4 screens
Punzzle Mania4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Punzzle Mania at Free against Shake's $1.99. Punzzle Mania also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 10 months). Shake's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

Punzzle Mania is free to download; Shake costs $1.99 up front. Punzzle Mania sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Shake asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shake ships an update every 10 months, Punzzle Mania weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Shake versus Punzzle Mania: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShakePunzzle Mania
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating—4.8 (597 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—62.1% of reviews
Number of ratings—597 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB223 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperPhilippe ZayRoadRocks

In-app purchases

None

Shake

No in-app purchases

11 purchases

Punzzle Mania

One-time11
  • 12 Hints$0.99
  • 15 Sweeps$0.99
  • 8 Reveals$1.99
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  • Wanderer$1.99
  • 40 Hints$2.99
  • 30 Sweeps$2.99
  • Remove Ads$2.99
  • Unlock Medium + Hard$3.99
  • 30 Reveals$4.99
  • Explorer Bundle$4.99
  • Master Bundle$7.99

Questions

Is Shake free?
Shake costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Punzzle Mania free?
Punzzle Mania is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Shake or Punzzle Mania have ads?
Punzzle Mania shows ads; Shake does not.
Which is updated more often, Shake or Punzzle Mania?
Shake ships an update every 10 months, and Punzzle Mania weekly. Most recently, Shake was updated on October 27, 2026 and Punzzle Mania on October 30, 2026.

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