Comparison

Arrow Nova vs K

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

Head to head
About

Arrow Nova

Features
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Arrow Nova is a compact one-tap puzzle game about reading arrow paths and setting off the right chain reaction. Every board starts with arrows, blockers, and special pieces. Pick the best arrow, launch the chain, and clear the board with careful timing and planning. Levels are short enough for quick sessions, but each new layout asks you to think ahead. Features: - One-tap arrow chain puzzles. - Campaign levels with growing challenge. - Endless mode for longer runs. - Daily challenge with a fresh puzzle each day. - Coins, achievements, streaks, and unlockable board skins. - Hints, undo, and replay options. - Local progress with no account required. - Portrait layout designed for one-handed play. Plan the path, trigger the chain, and turn one tap into a full board clear.

About

K

A relaxing block puzzle game where you complete lines to reveal beautiful Korean landmarks. Enjoy strategic gameplay with no time limits and customize your lobby with unlocked sights. Compete in various modes to climb leaderboards and discover Korea's beauty.

Highlights
  • One-finger block placement
  • Complete lines to reveal Korean landmarks
  • No time limits or rotations
  • Three unique game modes
  • Customize lobby with unlocked landmarks
  • Journey across 10 regions of Korea
Features
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"Lines at Your Fingertips, the Beauty of Korea Before Your Eyes" Experience the ultimate relaxing block puzzle playable with just one finger! Place colorful blocks on an 8×8 board to complete lines. With every satisfying blast, hidden landmarks of Korea reveal their vibrant colors from beneath the clouds. Easy to start, endless to master. Ready to begin your journey through Korea? ◆ Key Features ◆ ■ Easy 30-Second Rule No time limits, no rotations. Simply drag, drop, and complete lines! ■ Seamless Gameplay Smart block distribution ensures every move is playable. Enjoy pure, stress-free puzzle fun. ■ Thrilling Combos Chain your line clears together and unleash high-octane combo reactions! ■ Customize Your Lobby Set iconic landmarks you've unlocked—like Namsan Tower, Independence Hall, and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress—as your lobby background, and style them with themed tiles and frames. ◆ 3 Unique Game Modes ◆ ▶ Ranked Mode Watch skin themes evolve as you climb higher! Challenge your limits for the ultimate high score and claim your spot on the Global Top 100 Leaderboard. ▶ Gem Hunt A board filled with sparkling gems! Collect them one by one for that deeply satisfying stage clear! ▶ Score Attack Break through your limits with strategic line clears and smash your target scores! ◇ Journey Across 10 Regions of Korea Collect puzzle pieces to clear away the clouds across the map. The moment the fog lifts, watch monochrome sights transform into brilliant colors with a stunning photo-shoot animation! ※ Credits & Copyright Notice This game was crafted with care to capture the beauty of Korea's culture and architecture. Some designs in this game were created with reference to Namsan Tower and the Independence Hall of Korea. They have been created with official permission from the respective institutions.

Screenshots

Arrow Nova4 screens
K4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: K at 15.0 against Arrow Nova's 18.2. On price, update cadence, 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. Arrow Nova sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and K sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Arrow Nova ships an update every 2 days, K daily. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Arrow Nova versus K: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArrow NovaK
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 daysDaily — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.215.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB199 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperThong NguyenJOYHORA

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Arrow Nova

One-time5
  • 200 Coins$0.99
  • 600 Coins$1.99
  • Starter Pack$1.99
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  • Remove Ads$2.99
  • 1500 Coins$3.99
8 purchases

K

One-time8
  • Coin Pack (S)$0.99
  • Ticket Pack (S)$0.99
  • Coin Pack (M)$2.99
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  • Ticket Pack (M)$2.99
  • Starter Pack$3.99
  • Coin Pack (L)$5.99
  • Ticket Pack (L)$5.99
  • Value Pack$6.99

Questions

Is Arrow Nova free?
Arrow Nova is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is K free?
K is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Arrow Nova or K have ads?
Both Arrow Nova and K show ads.
Which is updated more often, Arrow Nova or K?
Arrow Nova ships an update every 2 days, and K daily. Most recently, Arrow Nova was updated on November 5, 2026 and K on November 6, 2026.

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