Comparison

Pathly Puzzle vs Shadow Match

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

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About

Pathly Puzzle

Features
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Pathly is the ultimate tapping tile puzzle game designed to test your logic and sharpen your mind. Rediscover the classic "unblock" mechanic with a modern, polished twist. Your goal is simple: tap the tiles to create a seamless path for the ball to roll from the start to the goal. It sounds easy, but with over 300 levels ranging from Beginner to Expert, you’ll need to think ahead to earn every star! KEY FEATURES: Classic Gameplay, Modern Feel Enjoy smooth controls and satisfying mechanics. Just tap the tiles and watch the ball roll to victory. Daily Challenges Never run out of content! Wake up to a fresh, unique puzzle every single day. Solve it to earn special rewards and keep your streak alive. Brain Training Progress through 4 difficulty packs. Start with simple connections and work your way up to complex, mind-bending mazes that require perfect logic. Customize Your Experience Earn coins as you play and visit the Store to unlock unique ball skins—from Soccer and Basketballs to Neon Glows and the classic 8-Ball. Global Leaderboards Compete with players around the world. Can you solve the Daily Challenge faster than anyone else? Check your rank on the Game Center Leaderboards. Hints System Stuck on a tricky level? Use a Hint to show you the right path without frustration. WHY PLAY PATHLY? • No timer on standard levels – play at your own pace. • Relaxing sound effects and haptics. • Works offline – play anywhere, anytime. • Suitable for all ages – fun for kids and adults alike! LEGAL • Terms of Service: https://pathly.netlify.app/terms • Privacy Policy: https://pathly.netlify.app/privacy Ready to roll? Download Pathly today and start connecting the path!

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Shadow Match

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Shadow Match: Brain Puzzle is a relaxing and challenging puzzle game where players must match objects with their correct shadows. Rotate objects, observe carefully, and test your brain with increasingly difficult puzzles. Each level challenges your logic, spatial thinking, and reaction speed. GAME FEATURES • Match objects with their shadows • Rotate objects to the correct angle • Multiple game modes with increasing difficulty • Helpful boosters to assist you in tough puzzles • Relaxing gameplay with clean visuals • Hundreds of brain-teasing levels GAME MODES Foundation – Learn the basics of shadow matching. Precision – Match objects while adjusting the correct rotation. Adaptation – Shadows shift over time, testing your observation skills. Survival – Solve puzzles before time runs out. BOOSTERS Use helpful boosters when puzzles get tricky: • Hint – reveal the correct solution • Freeze Rotation – temporarily stop shadow rotation • Auto Match – automatically place the correct item If you enjoy brain puzzles, shadow games, or relaxing logic challenges, Shadow Match: Brain Puzzle will keep you thinking and entertained. Download now and start matching!Shadow Match: Brain Puzzle is a relaxing and challenging puzzle game where players must match objects with their correct shadows. Rotate objects, observe carefully, and test your brain with increasingly difficult puzzles. Each level challenges your logic, spatial thinking, and reaction speed. GAME FEATURES • Match objects with their shadows • Rotate objects to the correct angle • Multiple game modes with increasing difficulty • Helpful boosters to assist you in tough puzzles • Relaxing gameplay with clean visuals • Hundreds of brain-teasing levels GAME MODES Foundation – Learn the basics of shadow matching. Precision – Match objects while adjusting the correct rotation. Adaptation – Shadows shift over time, testing your observation skills. Survival – Solve puzzles before time runs out. BOOSTERS Use helpful boosters when puzzles get tricky: • Hint – reveal the correct solution • Freeze Rotation – temporarily stop shadow rotation • Auto Match – automatically place the correct item If you enjoy brain puzzles, shadow games, or relaxing logic challenges, Shadow Match: Brain Puzzle will keep you thinking and entertained. Download now and start matching!

Screenshots

Pathly Puzzle4 screens
Shadow Match4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shadow Match at none against Pathly Puzzle's 5. Pathly Puzzle's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support 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. Pathly Puzzle sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Shadow Match asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 3 level
Pathly Puzzle versus Shadow Match: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPathly PuzzleShadow Match
PriceFreeFree
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB122 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJeffrey AsanteChi Ngo Phuong

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Pathly Puzzle

One-time5
  • 50 Coins$0.99
  • 120 Coins$1.99
  • Remove Ads$2.99
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  • 500 Coins$4.99
  • 1200 Coins$9.99
None

Shadow Match

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pathly Puzzle free?
Pathly Puzzle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Shadow Match free?
Shadow Match is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pathly Puzzle or Shadow Match have ads?
Both Pathly Puzzle and Shadow Match show ads.

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