2048+# vs Happy Link
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
2048+#
Experience a challenging number puzzle game with larger grids and multiple new tiles per move. Compete for high scores and sync your progress across Apple devices. Offers an extended gameplay experience beyond the classic 2048.
- Multiple grid sizes (4x4 to 12x12)
- Multiple new tiles per move
- iCloud data storage
- Cross-device sync (iPhone, iPad, Apple TV)
- Apple Watch version available
- Undo functionality
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12X12 10x10 8x8 6x6 4x4 (different number of new tiles) It's more than 2048, so just call it 2048+# "+" means not only 4X4 , it means more; "#" means not only one new tile , it means more; so just call it 2048+# You can store your data with iCloud! Sync with iPad and iPhone also Apple TV! Apple watch version is also available！ Now the highest score of the game is over 15.x billion points !! Thanks for this long-time player! You can select more tiles to play , and get higher score! WARNING:iCloud only stores ONE record. We only stores ten steps for undo in the game! 4X4 ->1 new tile 6X6 ->2 new tiles 8X8 ->3 new tiles 10X10 ->3 new tile 12X12 ->3 new tiles Email support: cocos2dee@gmail.com
Happy Link
Connect matching colored dots by drawing lines across a grid, filling the entire space without crossing. Offers over 2500 puzzles with various modes and level packs. Enjoy solo or multiplayer challenges with hints and progress syncing.
- Connect matching dots
- Fill entire grid
- Over 2500 unique puzzles
- Multiple game modes
- Multiplayer option
- Hints and iCloud sync
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Key Features of Happy Link: Addictive Gameplay: - Draw lines to connect matching dots while covering the entire grid without crossing lines. - Variety of Levels: Over 2500 unique puzzles spanning multiple difficulty levels (from 5x5 grids to 15x15 and beyond). Different Modes: - Beat Time Mode: Solve as many puzzles as possible within a time limit. - Beat Speed Mode: Complete a fixed number of puzzles as quickly as you can. - Just Can't Stop Mode: Play endlessly without restrictions. - MultiPlayer Mode: Bored with playing solo? try play with others by MultiPlayer mode. Level Packs: - Regular pack featuring Classic, Bridge, Zigzag, Block, and Transit modes. Player-Friendly Features: - Easy-to-use hints. - iCloud sync for progress tracking across iOS devices. - Leaderboard rankings for competitive players. Family-Friendly: - Suitable for all ages, promoting fun and brain-training for kids and adults alike. Why It Stands Out: - The mix of simple controls and progressively challenging puzzles ensures the game appeals to both casual and hardcore puzzle fans. - Free-to-play with a wide variety of content. - Leaderboard rankings and modes like Beat Time add a competitive edge for players who enjoy challenges. If you’re looking for a fun, brain-stimulating, and versatile puzzle game, Happy Link seems like a fantastic choice!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: 2048+# at every 2 months against Happy Link's every 20 months. 2048+# also leads on ratings volume (2.6K vs 41). Happy Link's advantage is review sentiment (92% vs 79%) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, 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
Both are free to download. 2048+# sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Happy Link sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for 2048+# against 4.8 for Happy Link. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 2048+# has 2.6K ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of 2048+#'s written reviews are positive against 92% of Happy Link's.
2048+# ships an update every 2 months, Happy Link every 20 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 2048+# | Happy Link |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (2.6K ratings) | 4.8 (41 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 78.5% of reviews | 92.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 2.6K — better | 41 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 20 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 61 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 志荣 杨 | Chaohsien Lee |
Customer experience
2048+#
Happy Link
Bugs and requests
2048+#
Reported bugs
3 issues- Tiles disappearing after long playthroughs
- Inconsistent behavior when resuming games
- Compatibility issues on older devices
Requested features
4 requests- More theme and color options
- Additional game modes and challenges
- Improved performance and stability
- Better cloud sync and progress saving
Happy Link
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
2048+#
- 10 Undos$0.99
- Remove Ads$1.99
Happy Link
- RemoveAds$0.99
- 5 Hints$0.99
- Mania 14x14 15x15$0.99
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- Just Can't Stop$0.99
- 17 Hints$2.99
- 37 Hints$5.99
- 77 Hints$10.99
