Comparison

Through the Rift vs -=Counting Sheep=-

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

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About

Through the Rift

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Space is starting to tear open. In Through the Rift, unstable breaches twist gravity, scatter debris, and expose corridors that should not exist. You pilot one of the few ships fast enough to survive them, pushing through shattered moons, solar burn zones, crystal wreck fields, black-hole scars, and other broken edges of the cosmos. Through the Rift is built around a 100-level campaign where every clear unlocks the next sector. Each level raises the pressure, tightens the route, and asks for cleaner control, sharper reading, and better composure under speed. Along the way, you can collect Rift Cores, unlock ships, complete challenge tracks, and return to earlier corridors to improve your score and push for cleaner clears. For longer runs, Endless mode keeps the corridor open until it finally breaks you. Features: - 100-level campaign progression - Endless score-chase mode - Unlockable ships with distinct traits - Challenge system and persistent progression - No Ads.

About

-=Counting Sheep=-

A physics-based puzzle game where you tap groups of three or more identical sheep to pop them and clear the board. Shake your device to rearrange the flock or use power-ups like the Explosive Goat and Sheepdog to help you. Features both timed Chaos Mode and a relaxing Zen Mode.

Highlights
  • Physics-based sheep popping
  • Shake device to scramble board
  • Chaos Mode with timed challenges
  • Zen Mode for relaxation
  • Unlockable power-ups
  • Avoid the wolf and find bonus levels
Features
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Welcome to -=Counting Sheep=- A uniquely satisfying, physics-based puzzle game where your goal is simple: keep the flock under control! Tap groups of 3 or more identical sheep to pop them, trigger massive shockwaves, and clear the board. But be careful! Tapping 1 or 2 sheep by mistake turns them into "dead" blockers that clutter your screen. Stuck in a rut? Physically shake your device to scramble the board and open up brand new matches! TWO WAYS TO PLAY • Chaos Mode: Race against the clock! Hit your target score before time runs out and avoid a flock extinction. • Zen Mode: Kick back and relax. No timers, no pressure. Just endless, calming, satisfying sheep popping with dynamic backgrounds that change as you score. Perfect for falling asleep. POWER UP YOUR FLOCK Need a little help? Unlock powerful tools to clear the board in style: • The Explosive Goat: Tap to trigger a massive AoE shockwave that sends sheep flying! • The Sheepdog: Vacuums up the most common sheep on the screen before a satisfying final blast! • Healing Chime: Made a mistake? Use this to instantly revive all your dead blocker sheep. • Time Clock: Add precious seconds to the clock when you’re in a pinch. WATCH OUT FOR THE WOLF Survive long enough to unlock special Bonus Levels! Find Steve hidden in the flock to earn massive time bonuses, but whatever you do... don't tap the wolf! Get ready for juicy combos, satisfying physics, and endless puzzle fun. How long can you last?

Screenshots

Through the Rift4 screens
-=Counting Sheep=-4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: -=Counting Sheep=- at none against Through the Rift's 4. -=Counting Sheep=- also leads on device support and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price 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. Through the Rift sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. -=Counting Sheep=- asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Through the Rift versus -=Counting Sheep=-: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThrough the Rift-=Counting Sheep=-
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequency—Monthly
Ads—No
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
Devices—iPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size76 MB156 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAhmed Alzaabioren Bar

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Through the Rift

One-time4
  • Scout Cache$0.99
  • Rift Reserve$2.99
  • Command Vault$4.99
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  • Studio Cache$9.99
None

-=Counting Sheep=-

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Through the Rift free?
Through the Rift is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is -=Counting Sheep=- free?
-=Counting Sheep=- is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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