Comparison

Genesis vs Candy Pairs

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

Head to head
About

Genesis

Engage in a cozy, clever hex puzzle game that guides you through the story of life on Earth. Snap gene-cells together to awaken over 100 creatures and explore 20 eras of history. Enjoy a satisfying challenge with optional extras and free updates.

Highlights
  • Hex gene-cell puzzle gameplay
  • Collect 100+ creatures
  • Explore 20 eras of Earth's history
  • Gentle learning curve with increasing challenge
  • Optional hints and cosmetic extras
  • Accessibility features (colorblind assist, reduced motion)
  • Daily streaks and mastery stars
Features
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Genesis: Bioforge -- Grow every creature that ever lived! Genesis is a cozy, clever hex puzzle wrapped in the greatest story ever told — the story of life on Earth. Snap glowing gene-cells together so their edges match, and when the genome hums into place, something wakes up: a spark, a cell, a swimmer, a climber… one hundred creatures in all, waiting across four billion years. Your guide is Pip — a tiny, cheerful spark of life who's been around since the very beginning and has opinions about trilobites. Pip teaches as you play, celebrates your wins, and nudges (never nags) when you're stuck. The puzzle is gentle to learn and genuinely satisfying to master Every chapter adds one new idea — rotating cells, choosy sockets, cracked pieces that need extra care — taught with a friendly demo, never a wall of text. Early levels are a warm bath. Later levels will make you put your tea down. What makes Genesis different - A living collection — every level you clear wakes a new creature for your album. Watch your menagerie grow from the first glimmer of light toward the first curious mind. - Deep time, warmly told — 100 levels across 20 eras of Earth's history, from Primordial Dawn through ancient seas, great forests, and beyond, with true bits of science tucked into every chapter. - Cozy on the outside, cerebral on the inside — gooey, glossy cells, a board that glows back at every snap, and puzzles with real "aha" underneath the charm. - Generous by design — the whole 100-level journey is free to finish. No energy meters, no timers ticking while you think, no walls. Optional extras (a hint, a little Genome, a fancy board skin) are there if you want them — never required. - Made for every player — colorblind assist, reduced motion, high contrast, and simple one-handed portrait play. - Chase mastery — earn up to three stars on every level with cleaner, smarter solves, and keep a daily streak going. No account. No reading required to play. Just you, Pip, and the slow, wonderful business of becoming. And Genesis keeps growing — new worlds, creatures, and modes are on the way in free updates. Your album has room to spare. Life never stops becoming. Let's begin!

About

Candy Pairs

Features
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Get ready for the sweetest recall game around! Flip cards, remember where the candies hide, and match every pair to win. • Flip & match — turn over cards and find matching candy pairs • Train your brain — boost recall, focus and concentration • Kid-friendly — simple, colorful and easy for all ages • Daily reward — come back each day for free bonuses • Boosters — get a little help on tricky levels • Collection & leaderboard — unlock sweet cards and climb the ranks • Play offline — no internet needed, enjoy anywhere With hundreds of levels, cute candy art and relaxing gameplay, Candy Pairs is perfect for a quick brain workout or a cozy break. Great for kids learning to concentrate and for grown-ups keeping their mind sharp. Download Candy Pairs now and start matching!

Screenshots

Genesis4 screens
Candy Pairs3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Candy Pairs at 13.0 against Genesis's 15.0. 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. Genesis sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Candy Pairs sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Genesis versus Candy Pairs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGenesisCandy Pairs
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAly ShehataAnastassiya Shugaley

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Genesis

One-time6
  • Small Genome Pack$0.99
  • Medium Genome Pack$1.99
  • Pure Genesis$2.99
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  • Large Genome Pack$4.99
  • Founder's Pack$4.99
  • Mega Genome Pack$9.99
4 purchases

Candy Pairs

One-time4
  • 1,500 Coins$2.99
  • Remove Ads$2.99
  • 4,500 Coins$5.99
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  • 10,000 Coins$9.99

Questions

Is Genesis free?
Genesis is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Candy Pairs free?
Candy Pairs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Genesis or Candy Pairs have ads?
Both Genesis and Candy Pairs show ads.
Which is updated more often, Genesis or Candy Pairs?
Genesis ships an update every 2 weeks, and Candy Pairs every 2 weeks. Most recently, Genesis was updated on October 31, 2026 and Candy Pairs on October 31, 2026.

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