Comparison

Hallowkin vs Ball Merge

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

Head to head
About

Hallowkin

Features
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Death is not the end. It is an introduction. Hallowkin is a survivors-style horde game. You move and dodge; your weapons fire themselves. Monsters pour in from every side until the ground is thick with them, and if you last long enough, the chapter's boss comes looking for you. Then comes the part no other survivors game does. BEFRIEND WHAT YOU BEAT Defeat a boss and you do not simply move on. Offer it spirit, pass its trial, and it awakens as your kin - a companion that fights beside you in every run that follows. Return to that chapter later and its finale rises again as an Echo of the friend you made. EVERY CHAPTER FIGHTS DIFFERENTLY Chapters are not reskins of one arena. The Moonlit Meadow opens wide, with room to run and nothing to hide behind. The Moonlit Road funnels the whole horde into a narrow corridor where dodging is barely an option. The Haunted Forest closes in around you and never lets go. Each one brings its own cast of monsters, its own mid-boss, and its own finale - and more chapters are on the way. KNOW WHAT IS HUNTING YOU Wisps, moonbats and goblins early. Ghouls, wraiths and grave-shades later. Somewhere in the middle, a Brute shoulders through the horde with a chest you want and a lunge you do not. BUILD A HERO THAT LASTS Level up mid-run and choose your upgrades as you go. Between runs, spend gold on permanent hero levels, awaken more kin, and stock Moon Charms so one bad run never ends a good streak. PLAY IN SHORT SESSIONS Runs last six to ten minutes. Hearts refill on their own while you are away, and clearing a chapter for the first time refills them completely. No forced ads to keep playing. No pay-to-win - everything that makes you stronger can be earned. The night is full of monsters. Some of them are going to be your friends.

About

Ball Merge

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Ball Merge – Match, Merge & Grow! Welcome to Ball Merge, a simple and engaging merge game where your goal is to match balls and create bigger ones. Drop the balls carefully, combine matching balls, and keep merging to achieve the highest score. When two balls of the same color and size come together, they merge into a bigger ball. Plan your moves carefully, create chain reactions, and make the most of the available space. With simple controls, colorful visuals, and satisfying merge mechanics, Ball Merge offers an enjoyable experience for casual players and puzzle game fans. How to Play • Drop the balls into the play area. • Match two balls of the same color and size. • Merge matching balls to create a bigger ball. • Plan your moves to make more space for new balls. • Create chain reactions by making smart combinations. • Keep merging and aim for the highest score. • Avoid filling the play area and keep the game going. Features -Easy to Learn, Fun to Play Simple controls and straightforward gameplay make Ball Merge easy to pick up and enjoy. -Satisfying Merge Gameplay Match identical balls and watch them combine into larger balls. -High Score Challenge Keep improving your strategy and challenge yourself to achieve a higher score. -Strategic Gameplay Think ahead and choose the right place to drop each ball to keep the board under control. - Colorful Ball Designs Enjoy a variety of colorful and visually appealing balls as you progress. - Smooth Gameplay Simple and responsive controls provide a smooth gaming experience. -Replay and Improve Play again, try different strategies, and beat your previous high score. -Challenge Yourself Every drop can change the game. As the balls become bigger, managing the available space becomes more challenging. Plan your moves, look for matching balls, and create multiple merges whenever possible. How big can you make your ball, and how high can you take your score? -Why You'll Love Ball Merge Ball Merge combines simple controls with strategic merge gameplay. It is easy to understand but becomes more challenging as you continue playing. Whether you want to play for a few minutes or challenge yourself to beat your best score, Ball Merge provides a simple and satisfying gaming experience. Perfect For • Merge game lovers • Puzzle game enthusiasts • Casual gamers • Players who enjoy matching games • Players who enjoy high-score challenges • Anyone looking for simple and relaxing gameplay Download Ball Merge today and start matching, merging, and growing your way to a new high score!

Screenshots

Hallowkin4 screens
Ball Merge4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ball Merge at none against Hallowkin's 10. Hallowkin's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Hallowkin sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Ball Merge asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hallowkin ships an update daily, Ball Merge every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Hallowkin versus Ball Merge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHallowkinBall Merge
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size242 MB106 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperGlaium Inc.Gatch

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Hallowkin

One-time10
  • Handful of Moonstones$1.99
  • Starter Pack$2.99
  • Crescent Trove$4.99
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  • Pouch of Moonstones$4.99
  • Remove Ads$4.99
  • Half-Moon Hoard$9.99
  • Sack of Moonstones$9.99
  • Full Moon Treasury$19.99
  • Chest of Moonstones$19.99
  • Vault of Moonstones$49.99
None

Ball Merge

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hallowkin free?
Hallowkin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ball Merge free?
Ball Merge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Hallowkin or Ball Merge have ads?
Both Hallowkin and Ball Merge show ads.
Which is updated more often, Hallowkin or Ball Merge?
Hallowkin ships an update daily, and Ball Merge every 2 weeks. Most recently, Hallowkin was updated on October 25, 2026 and Ball Merge on November 6, 2026.

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