Comparison

Linked vs Pets Break Out

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Connect matching tiles
  • Clear the board
  • Unlock collectibles
  • Join teams
  • Leaderboard integration
  • No timers or pressure
Features
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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.

About

Pets Break Out

Features
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Embark on an exciting rescue journey with Pets Break Out! Deep in a mysterious forest, a little squirrel was happily exploring when it accidentally activated a hidden trap. In an instant, a giant iron cage dropped from above and trapped the helpless animal. The cage is locked, the water keeps rising, and time is running out! Only by matching colorful blocks and activating special mechanisms can you remove the chains and open the cage. Become the brave adventurer who saves these adorable pets! Game Features Rescue Cute Pets Help squirrels, bears, pigs, and other adorable animals escape from dangerous cages. Colorful Block Puzzle Gameplay Match and clear blocks, solve clever puzzles, and unlock new rescue paths. Break the Locks Use your strategy to remove chains, activate mechanisms, and free trapped pets. Adventure Through New Levels Each stage brings unique challenges and exciting rescue stories. Easy to Learn, Fun to Master Simple controls with satisfying puzzle-solving moments for players of all ages. The pets are waiting for your help! Start your rescue mission today and break them out!

Screenshots

Linked4 screens
Pets Break Out4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pets Break Out at none against Linked's 10. Pets Break Out also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). 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. Linked sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Pets Break Out asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Linked ships an update every 3 weeks, Pets Break Out weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Linked versus Pets Break Out: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLinkedPets Break Out
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (13 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings13 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB120 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperStaple GamesFuzhou Super Fantasy Technology Co., Ltd

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Linked

One-time10
  • 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
None

Pets Break Out

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Linked free?
Linked is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pets Break Out free?
Pets Break Out is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Linked or Pets Break Out have ads?
Both Linked and Pets Break Out show ads.
Which is updated more often, Linked or Pets Break Out?
Linked ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pets Break Out weekly. Most recently, Linked was updated on October 24, 2026 and Pets Break Out on October 16, 2026.

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