Comparison

Color Pull vs Paper Games Retro

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

Head to head
About

Color Pull

Fill the entire game board with a single color by strategically pulling color tabs. Aim to complete the puzzle in the fewest possible moves. Offers multiple game modes and visual themes.

Highlights
  • Single color board fill puzzles
  • Multiple game modes (Quick, Standard, Long)
  • 15-level campaign mode
  • Customizable color themes
  • High score tracking
  • Game Center integration
Features
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Try filling up the board with one color in as few pulls as possible. How To Play: Pull on 1 of 6 color tabs below the board. This will change the color of the bottom left tile on the board. If its color matches the color of an adjacent tile, that tile will change colors as well. Keep pulling the color tabs until the entire board is filled with one color. Features: -Quick, Standard, Long Game Modes -15 Level Campaign Mode -Default, Tropical, and Jungle color themes -High Scores tables with top 25 scores -Tutorial on How to Play -High Score Reset -Game Center Enabled - Compatible with iPhone and iPad -Sound Effects

About

Paper Games Retro

Features
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PAPER GAMES - Classic Gaming Reimagined Step into the nostalgic world of Paper Games, where timeless pen-and-paper classics meet stunning 80s terminal aesthetics. Perfect for retro gaming enthusiasts and families who love classic strategy games! GAME COLLECTION: • Tic-Tac-Toe: Master the ultimate strategy classic with intelligent AI • Dots & Boxes: Connect dots to claim territory in this addictive puzzle game • Hangman: Guess the word before time runs out (coming soon!) • Word Search: Find hidden words in challenging grids (coming soon!) • Story Builder: Create collaborative stories with friends (coming soon!) KEY FEATURES: • Authentic 80s terminal design with glowing neon colors and scan lines • Smart AI opponents that provide the perfect challenge • Local multiplayer mode for friends and family gaming sessions • Completely offline gameplay - no internet connection required • Smooth animations and satisfying visual feedback • Monospace typography for that authentic retro computing experience PREMIUM UPGRADE ($3.99): • Remove all advertisements for uninterrupted gaming • Unlock full-size game boards for enhanced strategic gameplay • Get priority access to all new games as they're released • Exclusive premium badge to showcase your status • Support continued development of new classic games DESIGN EXCELLENCE: • Meticulously crafted retro aesthetic with attention to detail • Dark theme optimized for comfortable extended play sessions • Accessibility features for players of all abilities • Intuitive controls that feel natural and responsive PERFECT FOR: Retro gaming enthusiasts and 80s nostalgia lovers Families looking for screen-time activities everyone can enjoy Students wanting quick brain-training games between classes Travelers seeking offline entertainment during flights or commutes Anyone who appreciates classic game design and beautiful interfaces Download Paper Games today and rediscover the timeless joy of classic gaming with a stunning modern retro twist!

Screenshots

Color Pull4 screens
Paper Games Retro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Paper Games Retro at every 3 days against Color Pull's every 2 months. Color Pull's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Color Pull sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Paper Games Retro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Color Pull ships an update every 2 months, Paper Games Retro every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Color Pull versus Paper Games Retro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterColor PullPaper Games Retro
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews81.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperValcour GamesPhilip Hutchins

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Color Pull

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99
1 purchases

Paper Games Retro

One-time1
  • Paper Games Retro Premium$3.99

Questions

Is Color Pull free?
Color Pull is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Paper Games Retro free?
Paper Games Retro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Color Pull or Paper Games Retro have ads?
Neither Color Pull nor Paper Games Retro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Color Pull or Paper Games Retro?
Color Pull ships an update every 2 months, and Paper Games Retro every 3 days. Most recently, Color Pull was updated on October 23, 2026 and Paper Games Retro on October 9, 2026.

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