Comparison

Star Candy Blast vs Crystal Cascade

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

Head to head
About

Star Candy Blast

Features
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Welcome to a refreshed puzzle experience where strategy meets speed! Star Candy Blast brings you a vibrant and original world of puzzles, now featuring the brand-new Timer Mode for those who love a real challenge. Whether you want to relax with classic levels or test your reflexes against the ticking clock, this game offers a unique and satisfying journey for every puzzle lover. Why Star Candy Blast is Unique: โ€ข ALL-NEW TIMER MODE: Unlike traditional puzzles, our new mode tests how fast you can think and align. Can you clear the board before the time runs out? โ€ข SMOOTH GAME ENGINE: Experience butter-smooth animations and stunning visual effects optimized for a premium feel. โ€ข STRATEGIC GAMEPLAY: Use your brain to create powerful combos and clear challenging obstacles with smart moves. How to Play: โ€ข Align 3 or more unique candies to zap them off the board. โ€ข Form special shapes to unlock explosive power-ups. โ€ข In Timer Mode, match as fast as possible to extend your time and reach the high score. โ€ข Reach level goals with strategy and precision. Key Features: โ€ข 100+ Handcrafted Levels: Each level is designed to provide a fresh and engaging challenge. โ€ข Stunning Visuals: Vibrant colors and polished graphics that stand out. โ€ข Play Anywhere: Full offline supportโ€”no internet required. โ€ข No Ad Interruptions: Enjoy a seamless gaming experience. โ€ข Daily Rewards: Log in to claim boosters that help you through tricky levels. Download now and join the most thrilling candy matching adventure! Can you handle the pressure of the clock?

About

Crystal Cascade

Features
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Journey to the world's most legendary gem mines! Crystal Cascade takes you on a dazzling adventure across 12 real-world locations where precious stones are actually discovered. From the turquoise mines of Arizona to the opal fields of Lightning Ridge, Australia โ€” match, collect, and learn about the crystals that have captivated humanity for millennia. DISCOVER REAL GEM LOCATIONS Travel to Naica, Mexico and its legendary crystal caves. Explore Bolivia's Anahi Mine for rare ametrine. Hunt for star sapphires in Madagascar and diamonds in Russia's Ural Mountains. Each destination features authentic regional artwork and music. COLLECT 30+ STUNNING GEMS Build your crystal collection with beautifully illustrated gems, each with unique match powers: Turquoise โ€” Swap any two gems on the board Amethyst โ€” Destroy every gem of a chosen color Diamond โ€” Break any 3 gems instantly Opal โ€” Transform blockers into gems And many more magical abilities! LEARN CRYSTAL LORE Discover the real geology, history, and metaphysical traditions behind each stone. Every gem includes educational content โ€” perfect for crystal enthusiasts and curious minds alike. COLLECT RARE SPECIMENS Hunt for legendary minerals like Painite, Alexandrite, and Musgravite. These ultra-rare specimens grant permanent powers โ€” extra moves, bonus points, and special abilities that change how you play. EXCITING BONUS ROUNDS Gold Rush โ€” Race against time as gems cascade down! Every match earns gold! Bandit Heist โ€” Protect your gold nuggets from sneaky bandits trying to steal them! MINING TOOLS Discover dynamite, pickaxes, shovels, and hammers hidden in the mines. Use them strategically to blast through tough levels! KEY FEATURES 12 real-world mining locations to unlock 30+ collectible gems with unique powers 11 rare specimen minerals with passive abilities Educational lore for every crystal Beautiful hand-crafted regional music No energy system โ€” play as much as you want! Cloud save to keep your collection safe Whether you're a puzzle game fan, crystal collector, or geology enthusiast, Crystal Cascade offers a one-of-a-kind gem-matching experience that's as educational as it is entertaining. Start your crystal journey today!

Screenshots

Star Candy Blast3 screens
Crystal Cascade4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Star Candy Blast at none against Crystal Cascade's 7. Star Candy Blast also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support 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. Crystal Cascade sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Star Candy Blast asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 3 level
Star Candy Blast versus Crystal Cascade: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStar Candy BlastCrystal Cascade
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 โ€” better15.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size45 MB136 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMeetanshi Technologies LLPMagicka.Games

In-app purchases

None

Star Candy Blast

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Crystal Cascade

One-time7
  • 180 Gold$0.99
  • 500 Gold$2.99
  • 1,100 Gold$4.99
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  • 2,400 Gold$9.99
  • 5,200 Gold$19.99
  • 14,000 Gold$49.99
  • 30,000 Gold$99.99

Questions

Is Star Candy Blast free?
Star Candy Blast is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Crystal Cascade free?
Crystal Cascade is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Star Candy Blast or Crystal Cascade have ads?
Neither Star Candy Blast nor Crystal Cascade shows ads.

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