# Threes! vs Cultist Simulator

The clearest difference is rating: Cultist Simulator at 4.8 against Threes!'s 4.0. Threes!'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On review sentiment, ratings volume, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Threes! costs $5.99 and Cultist Simulator $6.99 up front. Cultist Simulator sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Threes! asks for nothing beyond the download.

Cultist Simulator holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3K and 4.2K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 79% of Threes!'s written reviews are positive against 72% of Cultist Simulator's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Threes! ships an update every 3 weeks, Cultist Simulator every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Threes! | Cultist Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$5.99** | $6.99 |
| Rating | [4.0 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threes/id779157948/reviews) | **[4.8 (4.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cultist-simulator/id1439886655/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3K | **4.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **79.5% of reviews** | 72.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#28** | #29 |
| Size | 74 MB | 331 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Sirvo LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/410629617) | [Playdigious](https://appshunter.io/developer/1041387229) |

## What reviewers say

### Threes!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threes/id779157948)

**Currently charting:** #28 Top Paid · Card, #93 Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

A captivating number-sliding puzzle game that offers an endless challenge. Swipe to combine matching numbers, grow your score, and discover adorable characters. This is a complete, buy-once experience with no in-app purchases or ads.

**Highlights:** Number sliding puzzle gameplay, Endless challenge, Adorable characters, Heart-warming soundtrack, No in-app purchases, Universal app for iPhone and iPad

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Addictive and engaging gameplay
- 🎨 Charming art style and music
- 🕹️ Simple yet challenging mechanics
- 💰 Worth the purchase price
- 🕰️ Great for short bursts of play

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and performance issues on some devices
- 🔄 Repetitive gameplay can become monotonous
- 🤖 Randomness and lack of control can be frustrating
- 💲 Paid version has unnecessary ads and distractions

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on launch for some users
- Unresponsive controls and swipe detection issues
- Syncing problems with Game Center

**Requested features**

- Undo/redo functionality
- Customizable difficulty levels
- Ability to save/load game progress
- Leaderboards and achievements


### Cultist Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cultist-simulator/id1439886655)

**Currently charting:** #29 Top Paid · Card, #66 Top Paid · Role Playing (US App Store)

A challenging roguelike narrative card game where you play as a seeker of forbidden knowledge. Experiment with rituals, summon entities, and ascend to become a herald of a new age in a Lovecraftian 1920s setting.

**Highlights:** Challenging roguelike gameplay, Story-driven legacy system, Intense, immersive narrative, Choice-based storytelling, Lovecraftian world, Card combination mechanics

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Dancer | $1.99 | one-time |
| The Priest | $1.99 | one-time |
| The Ghoul | $1.99 | one-time |
| The Exile | $4.99 | one-time |
| Forbidden Bundle | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤯 Fascinating and mysterious
- 🎨 Beautiful atmosphere and writing
- 🕰️ Compelling time management gameplay
- 🕵️ Rewarding sense of discovery
- 💡 Unique and innovative concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Steep learning curve with no tutorial
- 🕰️ Intense time pressure and resource management
- 🧠 Confusing mechanics and unclear objectives
- 🧭 Frustrating lack of progress and repeated failures
- 🔍 Difficult to keep track of cards and game state

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes and save file issues
- Disappearing cards and UI elements
- Inability to access certain features like the club

**Requested features**

- Add tutorial or in-game hints
- Provide more accessibility options for text size
- Implement save/load system to avoid losing progress
- Add DLC content like the Dancer storyline
- Improve card organization and UI layout


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Threes! free?

Threes! costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Cultist Simulator free?

Cultist Simulator costs $6.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Threes! or Cultist Simulator?

Cultist Simulator is rated higher. Threes! averages 4.0 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while Cultist Simulator averages 4.8 from 4.2K ratings.

### Do Threes! or Cultist Simulator have ads?

Neither Threes! nor Cultist Simulator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Threes! or Cultist Simulator?

Threes! ships an update every 3 weeks, and Cultist Simulator every 2 months. Most recently, Threes! was updated on September 29, 2026 and Cultist Simulator on September 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Threes! or Cultist Simulator?

Threes! currently peaks at #28 in the App Store charts, and Cultist Simulator at #29. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*