Element Clash vs Pufferblocks
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Element Clash
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Harness the power of the elements in a vibrant, strategy-driven puzzle adventure where every move matters. On a distant world rich with elemental energy, a brilliant scientist and his curious companion have discovered a powerful force hidden beneath the surface. But this energy is unstable—and only those who can master the balance of the elements can control it. That’s where you come in. How to Play Element Clash blends classic puzzle mechanics with a unique elemental twist: Match Orbs to clear them from the board Use Elemental Strengths to your advantage Water defeats Fire Fire defeats Earth Plan carefully—strategy beats luck every time Every level challenges you to think ahead, react quickly, and master the relationships between elements. Game Modes Classic Mode Love traditional match-style gameplay? Match 3 or more orbs to clear them Create combos and chain reactions Perfect for both casual and strategic players Counter Mode A completely different challenge: No matching required Clear orbs using elemental counters only Focus on precision, planning, and smart decision-making Difficulty Levels Choose your challenge and test your skills: Easy – Relaxed gameplay to learn the basics Medium – Balanced challenge for steady progression Hard – For players who want to think several moves ahead Features Unique element-based puzzle mechanics Multiple game modes with distinct playstyles Increasing difficulty to match your skill level Colorful, immersive world and characters Quick to learn, challenging to master Strategy First Element Clash isn’t just about matching—it’s about thinking ahead. Every move can set off a chain reaction… or cost you the game. Do you play it safe? Or risk it all for the perfect combo? Ready to Master the Elements? Jump into Element Clash and discover a puzzle experience where strategy, creativity, and quick thinking collide.
Pufferblocks
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Pufferblocks is a one-thumb block puzzle with a twist no other puzzle has: every piece is a pressurised gas chamber. Drop pieces to complete lines and VENT them — and the gas physically blasts sideways into the blocks next door, over-inflating them until they POP in chain reactions. But every pop leaves wreckage that clogs the board. Chains clear space now and seed trouble later. Read the pressure, or watch it all blow. It's a real economy, not a reskin. Placement, venting, rupture chains and wreckage all feed one risk-reward loop you won't find anywhere else. WHY YOU'LL STAY • Risk pays — the fullest, highest-pressure pieces score the most, if you dare place them. Greed is a perfectly good strategy until it isn't. • Combo streaks, CLEAN SWEEP all-clears, and a "Gas Leak" fever mode when the board tips into glorious chaos. • A daily challenge where the whole world gets the exact same pieces — with its own global leaderboard. Same hand, same day, no excuses. • An adaptive soundtrack that literally speeds up as your board fills and your streak climbs. The band plays faster the hotter it gets. • Three block styles, including a default where every block has a face — and the face itself swells as the pressure rises. • Slapstick, never gross-out: cartoon clouds, a cheeky raspberry of brass, and the occasional perfectly-timed sad trombone. A PREMIUM GAME, THE OLD-FASHIONED WAY • Pay once. Play forever. • No ads. Ever. • No in-app purchases. No subscriptions. • No tracking, no accounts, no nonsense — your game stays on your device. Easy to pick up in one thumb. Hard to put down once the chains start going off. Welcome to Pufferblocks.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Pufferblocks at 17.0 against Element Clash's 26.4. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Element Clash costs $1.99 and Pufferblocks $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Element Clash | Pufferblocks |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | $1.99 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.4 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jordan Westlund | TechnoNet |
In-app purchases
Element Clash
No in-app purchases
Pufferblocks
No in-app purchases
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