Comparison

Puzzle Block vs Arrow Nova

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

Head to head
About

Puzzle Block

Features
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THE ULTIMATE BLOCK PUZZLE CHALLENGE! Are you ready for the "End Game"? Puzzle Block brings a fresh and polished experience to the classic 8x8 block puzzle genre. Strategy, precision, and logic meet in this addictive mobile-first puzzle adventure. How to Play? Drag and drop vibrant blocks from the tray to the 8x8 grid. Clear full rows or columns to score points and keep the board clean. Think ahead! The game ends when no more pieces can fit on the board. Perform combos by clearing lines consecutively to skyrocket your high score! Why Puzzle Block? Pro UX: Our unique "Finger-Offset" technology ensures your finger never blocks your view. See exactly where you place every block! Offline Play: No internet? No problem. Play anytime, anywhere. Elegant Dark Theme: Easy on the eyes, featuring vibrant neon blocks. Challenge your brain and beat your best score. Can you reach the End Game?

About

Arrow Nova

Features
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Arrow Nova is a compact one-tap puzzle game about reading arrow paths and setting off the right chain reaction. Every board starts with arrows, blockers, and special pieces. Pick the best arrow, launch the chain, and clear the board with careful timing and planning. Levels are short enough for quick sessions, but each new layout asks you to think ahead. Features: - One-tap arrow chain puzzles. - Campaign levels with growing challenge. - Endless mode for longer runs. - Daily challenge with a fresh puzzle each day. - Coins, achievements, streaks, and unlockable board skins. - Hints, undo, and replay options. - Local progress with no account required. - Portrait layout designed for one-handed play. Plan the path, trigger the chain, and turn one tap into a full board clear.

Screenshots

Puzzle Block4 screens
Arrow Nova4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Puzzle Block at none against Arrow Nova's 5. Puzzle Block also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.2). Arrow Nova's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). 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. Arrow Nova sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Puzzle Block asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Puzzle Block ships an update every 3 weeks, Arrow Nova every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 3 level
Puzzle Block versus Arrow Nova: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPuzzle BlockArrow Nova
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days โ€” better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 โ€” better18.2
Further details โ€” not scored
Size84 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYUSUF YILDIRIMThong Nguyen

In-app purchases

None

Puzzle Block

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Arrow Nova

One-time5
  • 200 Coins$0.99
  • 600 Coins$1.99
  • Starter Pack$1.99
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  • Remove Ads$2.99
  • 1500 Coins$3.99

Questions

Is Puzzle Block free?
Puzzle Block is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Arrow Nova free?
Arrow Nova is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Puzzle Block or Arrow Nova have ads?
Both Puzzle Block and Arrow Nova show ads.
Which is updated more often, Puzzle Block or Arrow Nova?
Puzzle Block ships an update every 3 weeks, and Arrow Nova every 2 days. Most recently, Puzzle Block was updated on October 25, 2026 and Arrow Nova on October 25, 2026.

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