Magic Shop Chapter One vs Bubble Bound
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Magic Shop Chapter One
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An episodic, free-to-play, fantasy match 3 puzzle RPG like no other! THE STORY Welcome to Afaeria, an ancient world of monsters and magic. With the age of magic slowly fading into history, Afaeria now sees an age of industry coming into place. One day, however, a tiny being made entirely of magical energy arrives to the world, bringing with it alarming changes to Afaeria's inhabitants. Playing as Yuyu, the magical being, you join forces with a powerful wizard and journey across Afaeria, seeking answers for your sudden existence. As your journey unfolds, you'll find treasure, learn new magic types, and encounter foes that will push your magic-matching strategies to the limit. Help Yuyu find his origins and battle the sinister forces invading Afaeria. KEY GAME FEATURES - A new "chess-like" match 3 experience. Create your own match 3 strategies and enjoy a more rewarding experience when the magic rolls in. - Play at your own pace with no in-game timer. - Simple, casual gameplay allows for quick pick up and play, while encouraging players to advance their skills and complete puzzles with deeper strategic approaches. - Relaxing, atmospheric levels and a whimsical art style provide a Zen-like experience, while enticing special effects bring each fantasy puzzle to life. - Multiple game modes: Embark on an epic fantasy quest where you'll encounter enemies, obstacles and giant boss fights or grind for gold and loot across an endless stream of randomized levels in the Odd Jobs Mode. - A light-hearted, captivating narrative with evolving character arcs. - Enemy battles create a unique twist on the match 3 formula. Use strategy and observation to take on a variety of enemies with unique attacks. - Build an inventory to help fight the hordes and loot treasure chests when the going gets tough. - Level up your strategic skills with puzzles that range from easy to hard to bossy. -Scour the world map to find hidden treasures, objects and even bonus areas with new levels and enemies!
Bubble Bound
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Experience a Unique Dual-Phase Puzzle Adventure! Welcome to Bubble Bound World, where catching drops is just the beginning! Join our friendly pilot on a journey across the globe, from the Forbidden City to the Kremlin, in a quest to clean and unlock world landmarks. HOW TO PLAY: The Catch Phase: Move the pilot to catch falling bubbles. Each bubble you catch grants you an extra move for the next phase. Watch out for obstacles that slow you down! The Match-3 Phase: Use your earned moves to match colorful bubbles. Match 3 or more to clear the grid, unlock locked cells, and complete the level! KEY FEATURES: Dual Gameplay: A unique blend of action-catching and strategic Match-3 puzzles. World Tour: Progress through 16 levels set in iconic world cities like Paris, London, Istanbul, and Tokyo. Powerful Boosters: Create vertical bombs and massive 3x3 explosions to clear the toughest grids. Hammers & Power-ups: Earn and use hammers to break tricky tiles. Leaderboards: Compete with players worldwide via Game Center. Vibrant Visuals: Stunning animated emojis and smooth transitions that bring the world to life. Are you ready to become the ultimate Bubble Hunter? Download now and start your World Tour!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bubble Bound at none against Magic Shop Chapter One's 10. Magic Shop Chapter One's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Magic Shop Chapter One sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Bubble Bound asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Magic Shop Chapter One | Bubble Bound |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | โ |
| Ads | No โ better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No โ better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 โ better | 15.1 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 1.2 GB | 66 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Luke Fimio | SAFAK GUMUS |
In-app purchases
Magic Shop Chapter One
- Add one potion pack$0.99
- Add 1 Treasure Chest Key$0.99
- Add 1 Life$0.99
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- Add 2 Treasure Chest Keys$1.99
- Add 3 Potion Packs$1.99
- Add 3 treasure chest keys$1.99
- Add 5 lives$1.99
- Add 5 Potion Packs$1.99
- Infinite Lives for an hour!$2.99
- Infinite Lives Forever!$4.99
Bubble Bound
No in-app purchases





