Comparison

ShadowPath vs Pipe Out

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

Head to head
About

ShadowPath

Features
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ShadowPath is a fresh logic puzzle where you read outside numbers, place hidden blocks, and connect every shadow into one clean path. Each clue tells you how many empty cells appear before the first block from that side. Use the numbers to find the blocks, guide the shadow through yellow cells, avoid grey cells, and complete a single connected route. It is simple to start, but the logic gets deeper with every puzzle. If you enjoy Sudoku, number puzzles, nonograms, brain games, or calm daily logic challenges, ShadowPath gives you a new kind of puzzle to read and solve. Features: • Read outside clues to find hidden blocks • Connect all shadows into one clean path • Yellow cells must be passed through • Grey cells must be avoided • Learn, Daily, Classic, Challenge, and Expert levels • Short puzzles for quick focus • Deeper puzzles for serious logic fans • No guessing required when the logic clicks Read the numbers. Place the blocks. Connect the shadows. For Sudoku fans who want something new, ShadowPath is a quiet, satisfying logic puzzle that rewards careful thinking.

About

Pipe Out

A satisfying puzzle game where players sort colorful pipes to guide balls to their exit. Strategically connect matching colors, overcome obstacles like locked tubes, and clear the board before time runs out. Enjoy smooth, intuitive controls and bright visuals in this offline-friendly challenge.

Highlights
  • Colorful pipe puzzles
  • Satisfying ball flow
  • Locked tubes and obstacles
  • Easy to learn, strategic gameplay
  • Bright, playful visuals
  • Offline play
Features
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Welcome to Pipe Out, a satisfying puzzle game where you sort pipes, guide balls and clear the board! A jumble of colorful pipes stands between the balls and their way out. Move the pieces into place and connect matching colors to build a path from the tubes above. Watch the balls flow through the pipes, clearing space and opening up your next move. Finding a route is only part of the challenge! Pipes can get in each other’s way, while covered tubes keep more balls out of play until you unlock them. Work around obstacles, choose which connections to complete first and clear the board before time runs out! FEATURES • Colorful pipe puzzles with straight pieces, bends and clever layouts • Satisfying ball flow and pipe-clearing moments • Locked tubes and obstacles that put your planning skills to the test • Easy to learn, with real strategy to master • Bright, playful visuals and smooth, intuitive controls • No internet required! Play anytime, anywhere Plan your moves, find the flow and turn a crowded board into a satisfying clean slate. Download Pipe Out and get the balls rolling!

Screenshots

ShadowPath3 screens
Pipe Out4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Pipe Out at every 4 days against ShadowPath's every 4 months. Pipe Out also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. ShadowPath sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Pipe Out sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ShadowPath ships an update every 4 months, Pipe Out every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
ShadowPath versus Pipe Out: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShadowPathPipe Out
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (20 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—20 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB227 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKuuloa LLCSpyke Games

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ShadowPath

One-time1
  • Full Unlock$3.99
7 purchases

Pipe Out

One-time7
  • Mini Pack$1.99
  • Medium Pack$7.99
  • Medium Pack$9.99
Show 4 more
  • Large Pack$14.99
  • Large Pack$29.99
  • Mega Pack$54.99
  • Mega Pack$99.99

Questions

Is ShadowPath free?
ShadowPath is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pipe Out free?
Pipe Out is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ShadowPath or Pipe Out have ads?
Neither ShadowPath nor Pipe Out shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ShadowPath or Pipe Out?
ShadowPath ships an update every 4 months, and Pipe Out every 4 days. Most recently, ShadowPath was updated on October 28, 2026 and Pipe Out on October 29, 2026.

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