Comparison

Tricky Story vs Tricky Mean2

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

Head to head
About

Tricky Story

Engage in a game that transforms puzzles into humorous narratives. Each level offers a mini-adventure with unexpected twists and clever riddles. Solve mysteries and enjoy funny moments with charming visuals and animations.

Highlights
  • Creative puzzles
  • Hilarious story moments
  • Addictive gameplay
  • Charming animations
  • Mystery solving
Features
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Welcome to Tricky Story – the game that turns every puzzle into a hilarious story! Get ready to laugh, think, and smile at every twist. Each level is a mini adventure packed with unexpected surprises and clever riddles. What’s Inside: Dozens of fun and creative puzzles. Hilarious story moments that make you smile. Simple but addictive gameplay — perfect for your free time. Lovely visuals and charming animations. Think outside the box to uncover the truth, solve mysteries, and enjoy every funny moment in Tricky Story!

About

Tricky Mean2

Engage in a mischievous puzzle game where you rearrange items to alter illustrations and solve chaotic scenes. This sequel offers upgraded stages, gimmicks, and visual effects for delightful challenges. It's perfect for quick brain training and testing your insight.

Highlights
  • Move items to change illustrations
  • Solve chaotic trouble-filled scenes
  • Upgraded stage designs and gimmicks
  • Satisfying success effects
  • Brain training for short breaks
Features
Currently charting
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A sequel to “Torimin” is here! “Tricky Mean 2” is out now! The mischievous puzzle game where you move items to change the illustration is back and better than ever! The popular “move to solve” mechanic from the first game returns, with upgraded stage designs, gimmicks, and visual effects! Help a woman win back her husband’s attention, solve chaotic trouble-filled scenes with clever ideas, and tackle plenty of delightfully tricky challenges waiting for you! ・Tons of new stages added ・Even more deceptive twists ・Upgraded satisfying success effects ・Perfect brain training for short breaks Whether you cleared the first game or you’re brand new, there’s something here for you! Ready to test your insight? EU / California users can opt-out under GDPR / CCPA. Please respond from the pop-up displayed when starting in the app or within the settings in the app.

Screenshots

Tricky Story4 screens
Tricky Mean24 screens

Verdict

The call

Tricky Story and Tricky Mean2 both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 46% of Tricky Story's written reviews are positive against 23% of Tricky Mean2's. Tricky Story also leads on ratings volume (33K vs 9.7K). Tricky Mean2's advantage is chart position (#150 vs unranked). 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. Tricky Story sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Tricky Mean2 sells 7 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 — 4.7 for Tricky Story against 4.6 for Tricky Mean2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 33K and 9.7K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 46% of Tricky Story's written reviews are positive against 23% of Tricky Mean2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tricky Story ships an update every 2 weeks, Tricky Mean2 every 10 days. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Tricky Story versus Tricky Mean2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTricky StoryTricky Mean2
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (33K ratings) — better4.6 (9.7K ratings)
Positive reviews45.9% of reviews — better23.0% of reviews
Number of ratings33K — better9.7K
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#150 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size476 MB556 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperTang Thi ThuyFTY LLC.

Customer experience

Tricky Story

All ratings31,378 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral4.2%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews619 reviews
Positive45.9%
Neutral17.1%
Negative37.0%

Tricky Mean2

All ratings9,623 ratings
Positive90.4%
Neutral4.6%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews222 reviews
Positive23.0%
Neutral18.5%
Negative58.6%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Tricky Story

One-time10
  • Revive Pack$0.99
  • Starter Pack$1.49
  • Gold 1$1.99
Show 7 more
  • Hint Deal Pack$1.99
  • Relax Pack$2.49
  • Key Deal Pack$3.49
  • Remove Ads$3.99
  • Booster Pack$3.99
  • Premium Pack$4.99
  • Gold 2$4.99
7 purchases

Tricky Mean2

One-time7
  • ◯Hint item5$1.99
  • Hint item10$2.99
  • VIP PACK$5.99
Show 4 more
  • ◯Hint item20$5.99
  • SUPER VIP PACK$9.99
  • ◯Hint item50$14.99
  • ◯Hint item100$29.99

Questions

Is Tricky Story free?
Tricky Story is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tricky Mean2 free?
Tricky Mean2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tricky Story or Tricky Mean2?
Tricky Story is rated higher. Tricky Story averages 4.7 out of 5 from 33K ratings, while Tricky Mean2 averages 4.6 from 9.7K ratings.
Do Tricky Story or Tricky Mean2 have ads?
Both Tricky Story and Tricky Mean2 show ads.
Which is updated more often, Tricky Story or Tricky Mean2?
Tricky Story ships an update every 2 weeks, and Tricky Mean2 every 10 days. Most recently, Tricky Story was updated on November 8, 2026 and Tricky Mean2 on November 8, 2026.

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