Comparison

Tri Merge Cascade vs Shape Chaser Arcade

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

Head to head
About

Tri Merge Cascade

Features
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Merge 3, Trigger Cascades, and Master the Hex Board! Tri Merge Cascade is a strategic hexagonal puzzle game where every move counts. Unlike traditional match-3 games that rely on luck, Tri Merge Cascade rewards planning, strategy, and foresight. Combine three identical tiles to create higher values and watch as your moves trigger satisfying chain reactions across the board. Strategic Merge Gameplay Merge & Upgrade: Combine three identical tiles to upgrade to higher numbers. Create Combos: Plan your moves to trigger cascading reactions for massive scores. Tactical Depth: The hexagonal grid offers unique movement possibilities. Think ahead to maximize your board space. Easy to Learn, Hard to Master: Intuitive mechanics that offer endless depth for puzzle enthusiasts. Multiple Ways to Play Whether you have a minute or an hour, we have a mode for you: Classic: Endless high-score mode. Timed: A fast-paced 5-minute score attack. Moves: Strategy-focused play with limited moves. Zen: Relaxing, pressure-free puzzle play. Campaign: Progressive, challenging levels. Powerful Tools Stuck? Use power-ups to turn the tide: Bomb: Clear blocked areas. Shuffle: Reorganize the board. Merge Boost: Create instant, massive combos. Undo: Recover from a mistake. Features Global Leaderboards to compete with friends and players worldwide. Achievements and deep player stat tracking. Smooth, satisfying animations and relaxing cosmic visuals. Optimized for both iPhone and iPad. Free to play! Download Tri Merge Cascade today and see how high you can climb the leaderboard!

About

Shape Chaser Arcade

Engage in a bright offline strategy game where simple shapes lead to complex decisions. Capture rival bubbles by strategically deploying chasers and reinforcing your territory across diverse, colorful worlds. Enjoy quick, puzzle-like sessions with no account or ads required.

Highlights
  • Offline strategy gameplay
  • Fast casual levels
  • Bright themed worlds
  • Campaign progression
  • No account required
  • No ads
Features
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Shape Chaser Arcade is a bright offline strategy game where tiny shapes turn into big decisions. Pick one of your bubbles, send chasers across the board, reinforce your own side, and capture every rival bubble to clear the level. The rules are easy to learn, but each board asks you to think about timing, territory, and momentum. Play through colorful worlds filled with neon grids, bubble fields, icy peaks, galaxy maps, and more. Every level gives you a new little puzzle: when to attack, when to defend, and when to make your move before the rival side takes over. Shape Chaser Arcade is made for quick offline strategy sessions with no account required. Features: - Fast casual strategy levels - Bright themed worlds - Offline play - First-run tutorial - Campaign progression - No account required - No ads in version 1.0 - No personal data needed to play

Screenshots

Tri Merge Cascade4 screens
Shape Chaser Arcade4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shape Chaser Arcade at none against Tri Merge Cascade's 10. Shape Chaser Arcade also leads on ads (none vs shown). Tri Merge Cascade's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) 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. Tri Merge Cascade sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Shape Chaser Arcade asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Tri Merge Cascade versus Shape Chaser Arcade: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTri Merge CascadeShape Chaser Arcade
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size80 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPlutos GamesCerrato Labs LLC

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Tri Merge Cascade

One-time10
  • Merge$0.99
  • Bomb$0.99
  • Shuffle$0.99
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  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • Extra Lives$1.99
  • Coin Pack$2.99
  • Power Up Bundle$4.99
  • Cosmetic-Skin Pack$7.99
  • Premium Theme Pack$7.99
  • Ultra Theme Pack$7.99
None

Shape Chaser Arcade

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tri Merge Cascade free?
Tri Merge Cascade is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Shape Chaser Arcade free?
Shape Chaser Arcade is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tri Merge Cascade or Shape Chaser Arcade have ads?
Tri Merge Cascade shows ads; Shape Chaser Arcade does not.

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