Linked vs Stickmen Hunt
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Linked
Connect matching tiles to clear the board in this relaxing puzzle game. Chain links for satisfying clears and unlock collectibles. Enjoy a pressure-free experience with optional hints and power-ups.
- Connect matching tiles
- Clear the board
- Unlock collectibles
- Join teams
- Leaderboard integration
- No timers or pressure
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Find the pair. Link them. Watch the board melt away. Linked is the relaxing puzzle where you connect matching tiles to clear the board. Every link feels satisfying, every cleared line is a little win, and there's always just one more level. HOW TO PLAY • Tap two matching tiles to link them: side by side, across cleared spaces, or at the two ends of a row • Every pair you clear opens up new links. Chain them and melt the whole board away • Out of moves? Add a fresh line and keep the run alive EASY TO LEARN, IMPOSSIBLE TO PUT DOWN Your first level takes seconds. Then the boards grow, the layouts get sneakier, and hard levels bring clutch moments where one clever link saves the entire run. Hints, hammers, and swaps have your back when you need a nudge. EVERY WIN FEEDS THE GUMBALL MACHINE Winning levels fills up the gumball machine. Give it a crank and a shiny new collectible drops into your collection. Complete rows to claim rewards, finish the whole set, and start on the next one. ALWAYS SOMETHING TO COME BACK FOR • JOURNEY: climb the level path and crack open milestone chests along the way • STAR STREAK: stack stars across wins and cash in bigger and bigger rewards • TEAMS: join a team, share lives, and climb together • LEADERBOARD: see how far you can go in Game Center MADE FOR REAL LIFE Play a level while the coffee brews or sink into a long session on the couch. No timers, no pressure. Just you, the board, and the next satisfying link. Beautiful on iPhone and iPad. Download Linked free and clear your first board today.
Stickmen Hunt
Test your observation skills in this hidden-object puzzle game. Search colorful environments to find cleverly camouflaged stickmen before time runs out. Use a magnifying glass to help when you get stuck.
- Hidden object gameplay
- Vibrant illustrated environments
- Challenging stickman spotting
- Time-based levels
- Magnifying glass hint system
- Intuitive zoom controls
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Get ready to test your observation skills in Stickmen Hunt, a fun and engaging hidden-object puzzle game! Your mission is simple: search vibrant, beautifully illustrated environments to uncover clever, color-camouflaged stickmen hidden in plain sight. They blend perfectly into their surroundings, so you will need a sharp eye to spot and tap them all before the clock runs out. Explore a huge variety of colorful levels, ranging from bustling farms and cozy cafes to deep underwater worlds and thrilling theme parks. If you ever find yourself stuck searching a tricky indoor or outdoor space, simply use your handy magnifying glass to instantly reveal a hidden stickman. With intuitive zoom controls and endless scenes to discover, Stickmen Hunt offers a satisfying and delightful challenge for puzzle fans everywhere!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Stickmen Hunt at none against Linked's 10. Stickmen Hunt also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). Linked's advantage is ratings volume (13 vs 1). 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
Both are free to download. Linked sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Stickmen Hunt asks for nothing beyond the download.
Stickmen Hunt holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Linked has 13 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Linked ships an update every 3 weeks, Stickmen Hunt every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Linked | Stickmen Hunt |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (13 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 13 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 223 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Staple Games | Popcore GmbH |
Customer experience
Linked
Stickmen Hunt
In-app purchases
Linked
- 1,000 Coins$1.99
- Helper Pack$7.99
- 5,000 Coins$7.99
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- 10,000 Coins$14.99
- Power Pack$19.99
- 25,000 Coins$29.99
- Mega Pack$49.99
- 60,000 Coins$59.99
- Best Value Pack$99.99
- 110,000 Coins$99.99
Stickmen Hunt
No in-app purchases









