Comparison

Synapse vs Gridtopia Nonogram

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

Head to head
About

Synapse

Features
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Enter the world of Synapse Game, a precision-timing puzzle where every tap matters. Guide your glowing ball through a web of colorful paths, switch routes at just the right moment, and dodge roaming electric obstacles to reach the goal. Gameplay Constant Speed Movement โ€“ The ball moves smoothly and predictably, keeping the challenge focused on timing. Path Switching โ€“ Tap or hold the switch button to jump between paths when the ball passes through an intersection zone. Direction Reversal โ€“ Each switch flips your travel direction, forcing you to plan carefully. Electric Ball Hazards โ€“ Red glowing orbs patrol paths at different speeds. Touch one, and itโ€™s game over. Slow Motion Power-Up โ€“ Temporarily reduce your ballโ€™s speed for tricky sections without slowing down obstacles. Path System 7 total paths โ€“ Start path, five intermediate challenges, and a final goal path. Color-coded routes โ€“ Each path has a unique color for easy recognition. Intersections โ€“ Carefully placed zones let you switch paths strategically. Strategic Challenge Learn to recognize active zones and time switches precisely. Adapt quickly as direction changes alter your rhythm. Anticipate the movement of electric hazards and plan ahead. Save your slow-motion ability for high-pressure moments. Visual Features Camera Tracking โ€“ The camera smoothly follows the ball across the map. Minimap View โ€“ See the entire level at a glance with your ballโ€™s position. Clear Indicators โ€“ Active zones glow green, hazards shine red, and your ball stands out in bright orange. Path Labels โ€“ Start, intermediate, and goal paths are all clearly marked. Game Flow Begin on the blue starting path with simple intersections. Progress through increasingly challenging paths with smaller switch zones and faster obstacles. Survive all six transitions and reach the teal goal path to win. Collide with an electric ball, and itโ€™s back to the startโ€”sharpening your skills each attempt. Synapse Game is all about focus, timing, and precision. Every intersection is a test of awareness, every obstacle a puzzle to overcome, and every victory a reward for perfect execution. Are you ready to master the rhythm of the paths? Download now and put your reflexes to the test!

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Gridtopia Nonogram

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Welcome to Gridtopia โ€” a world you uncover one dig at a time. Every puzzle is a buried dig site. Read the number clues down each column and across each row, chip away at stone, sand, wood, and bedrock, and reveal the hidden treasure beneath. Solve the logic, claim the world. DIG ACROSS 40+ WORLDS Far beyond black & white โ€” uncover vibrant pictures painted in one, two, or three colors, and travel from one themed world to the next. Unlock skins to make every dig site your own. 1,100+ LEVELS, ONE SOLUTION EACH Every level is verified to have a single, logical solution. solvable by pure reasoning. No guessing, ever. CONNECT THE PATH Try a mini game on the way! Connect the broken path and find the way to continue your journey. RESTORE YOUR TOTEMS AND RESTORE Clear a world to unearth its unique treasure for your Totem Room, then bring it back to life in a relaxing match-3 restoration mini-game. HELPERS WHEN YOU'RE STUCK Hit a tricky dig? Hints and boosts keep you moving progress without the frustration. PLAY ANYWHERE Intuitive tap controls, auto-save, and 100% offline play. No internet required. Grab your pickaxe. Start digging. Build your Gridtopia.

Screenshots

Synapse3 screens
Gridtopia Nonogram4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Synapse at none against Gridtopia Nonogram's 6. Synapse also leads on ads (none vs shown). Gridtopia Nonogram's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Gridtopia Nonogram sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Synapse asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Synapse ships an update fortnightly, Gridtopia Nonogram every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 3 level
Synapse versus Gridtopia Nonogram: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSynapseGridtopia Nonogram
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 5 days โ€” better
AdsNo โ€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size29 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLucas ThirionILTAE KIM

In-app purchases

None

Synapse

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Gridtopia Nonogram

One-time6
  • Coin Pouch$0.99
  • Starter Pack$1.99
  • Coin Sack$2.99
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  • Booster pack$2.99
  • Coin chest$9.99
  • Mega Pack$14.99

Questions

Is Synapse free?
Synapse is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gridtopia Nonogram free?
Gridtopia Nonogram is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Synapse or Gridtopia Nonogram have ads?
Gridtopia Nonogram shows ads; Synapse does not.
Which is updated more often, Synapse or Gridtopia Nonogram?
Synapse ships an update fortnightly, and Gridtopia Nonogram every 5 days. Most recently, Synapse was updated on November 8, 2026 and Gridtopia Nonogram on November 5, 2026.

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