Comparison

Hot Tiles 3D vs Matrys

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

Head to head
About

Hot Tiles 3D

A relaxing puzzle game where you stack and match colorful tiles. Enjoy satisfying merges and strategic challenges without any time pressure. Perfect for a calming break or a zen-like puzzle session.

Highlights
  • Relaxing gameplay
  • Strategic challenges
  • ASMR sound effects
  • Smooth drag & throw controls
  • Colorful 3D visuals
  • No timers or pressure
Features
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Hot Tiles 3D – Match & Relax Hot Tiles is a simple, relaxing, and satisfying puzzle game where you release colorful tiles onto the board and watch them auto-stack, match, and merge. It’s the perfect mix of strategy, calm, and fun, designed to give you that ASMR-style satisfaction with every move. Each tile you throw connects with matching colors. Build up stacks of 10 or more to launch them into the target zone and complete your puzzle goals. It’s as easy to play as it is challenging to master – perfect for quick breaks or deep, zen-like puzzle sessions. Whether you're looking for a brain teaser, a stress-reliever, or just something fun and visually pleasing, Go Blocks has it all. Features: Relaxing gameplay with simple mechanics Strategic challenges that engage your brain Satisfying ASMR sound effects Smooth drag & throw controls Colorful 3D visuals & gradients No timers or pressure – play at your own pace Great for fans of color matching, tile puzzles, and casual brain games Hot Tiles delivers a soothing puzzle experience packed with color sorting, tile stacking, and satisfying merges. If you enjoy games like Hexa Sort, this is your next relaxing addiction. Download now and discover the peaceful joy of matching, stacking, and throwing your way through vibrant color puzzles.

About

Matrys

Engage in strategic block-matching puzzles with no luck or gravity. Plan your moves to create massive combos, clear the board with special gems, and master four distinct game modes. Offers deep, satisfying gameplay for puzzle enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Strategic block placement
  • Massive combo explosions
  • Master Gem lightning strikes
  • Uni-Block surgical cleanup
  • Four distinct game modes
  • Pattern matching rewards
Features
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Matrys: Block Match Puzzle With Real Strategy Place blocks. Match gems. Detonate massive combos. No gravity, no luck. Just pure strategic block-and-match puzzle gameplay where every move you make changes the board. Whether you're chasing high scores, conquering zodiacs, or unwinding in Zen mode, Matrys turns simple block placement into deep, satisfying puzzle strategy. NEW IN THIS UPDATE Pattern Match Explosions. Form a line of 4, a 2x2 square, or a cross of 5 from the same gem type to trigger massive explosions that clear huge sections of the board. Uni-Block Surgical Cleanup. Place 6 blocks and earn a special single-color piece to precisely remove that one stubborn gem cluster. The shape is shown in advance, so plan your moves wisely. Smoother, More Rewarding Zen Mode. A gentler difficulty curve starts you with just one gem type, then ramps up as you find your rhythm. Clear the board more often, score higher, relax deeper. All-New Home Design. Jump between modes through clean, dedicated tabs. Track your progress for each mode individually and pick up exactly where you left off. Lightning Strike Master Gems. Master Gem activations now hit their targets with dramatic lightning strikes instead of generic shapes. You'll feel every clear. Crisper Match Effects and Punchier Sound. Every gem clear now feels more satisfying with redesigned animations and impactful audio. Chains feel earned. Combos feel powerful. Smoother Gameplay Flow. Quality of life improvements throughout. Less interruption, more puzzle flow, longer sessions. HOW TO PLAY Place gem blocks on a static board to create matches. Connect 5 or more gems to charge Master Gems, special pieces that clear large areas with lightning effects. Form patterns (lines, squares, crosses) to trigger massive explosions. Chain combos together for huge score multipliers and longer runs. Easy to learn. Endlessly rewarding to master. MASTER GEMS: YOUR STRATEGIC WEAPON Every 5+ gem combo infuses a Master Gem into your hand. Activate them to unleash lightning strikes that wipe out gem clusters and set up devastating chain reactions. The deeper your strategy, the longer you survive, and the higher you climb. FOUR DISTINCT MODES Zen Mode. Endless, relaxing, no pressure. Find your flow, clear the board, chase your best score. Classic Mode. The original roguelike challenge. Hit score milestones and push every run to its limit. Zodiac Challenge. Conquer 12 stars across 12 zodiacs through unique objectives. One failed star resets the constellation. Pure roguelike puzzle mastery. Adventure Mode. Level-based progression that teaches you the game and gradually unlocks every mechanic Matrys has to offer. WHY PLAYERS LOVE MATRYS - No gravity, no luck. A static board where strategy actually matters - Pattern matches that reward planning with massive board clears - Master Gems that turn good moves into game-changing combos - Uni-Blocks for surgical board control when you need it most - Four modes for every mood: chill, competitive, challenging, progressive - Quick sessions, deep strategy. Perfect for 2 minutes or 2 hours - Beautiful zodiac aesthetics with crisp animations and satisfying sound design BUILT FOR PUZZLE LOVERS WHO WANT MORE If Tetris feels too frantic, match-3 feels too shallow, and most puzzle games feel too random, Matrys is built for you. Every move is intentional. Every combo is earned. Every run rewards smart play. Download Matrys now and discover the block match puzzle where strategy wins.

Screenshots

Hot Tiles 3D4 screens
Matrys4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Hot Tiles 3D at 17 against Matrys's 1. On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. Hot Tiles 3D sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Matrys sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Hot Tiles 3D against 5.0 for Matrys. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hot Tiles 3D has 17 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hot Tiles 3D ships an update weekly, Matrys fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Hot Tiles 3D versus Matrys: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHot Tiles 3DMatrys
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (17 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings17 — better1
Update frequencyWeekly — betterFortnightly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size334 MB115 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMochiLabs LtdNguyen Tien Toan

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Hot Tiles 3D

One-time10
  • Coins Offer #1$1.99
  • Starter Pack$2.99
  • Remove Ads$4.99
Show 7 more
  • Special Offer 1$4.99
  • Steam Pack$7.99
  • Choose one pack: option #2$9.99
  • Mega Pack$14.99
  • Choose one pack: option #3$14.99
  • Buy All$17.99
  • Coins Offer #5$59.99
9 purchases

Matrys

One-time9
  • Coins 600$0.99
  • 300 Coins$0.99
  • Coins 1500$4.99
Show 6 more
  • Coins 2500$6.99
  • Remove Ads$7.99
  • No Ads$7.99
  • Coins 2500$7.99
  • Coins 5000$14.99
  • Coins 12000$29.99

Questions

Is Hot Tiles 3D free?
Hot Tiles 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Matrys free?
Matrys is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hot Tiles 3D or Matrys?
Hot Tiles 3D and Matrys are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 17 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Hot Tiles 3D or Matrys have ads?
Both Hot Tiles 3D and Matrys show ads.
Which is updated more often, Hot Tiles 3D or Matrys?
Hot Tiles 3D ships an update weekly, and Matrys fortnightly. Most recently, Hot Tiles 3D was updated on October 24, 2026 and Matrys on October 8, 2026.

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