Comparison

La pétanque vs 3D Bocce Ball

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

Head to head
About

La pétanque

Experience the classic game of pétanque virtually. Challenge friends in online multiplayer, climb global rankings, and customize your matches with various team sizes and AI opponents. Unlock new equipment to enhance your gameplay.

Highlights
  • Online multiplayer mode
  • Global ranking system
  • Customizable matches (doubles, triples, singles)
  • Play against AI or online players
  • Unlockable boule types
  • Create custom pitches
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Play virtual petanque! Play your friends free in online multiplayer mode Post your scores to increase your global ranking Create customise matches - play doubles, triples or singles against players sharing your screen, AI players or other online players Progress through different pitches or create your own from a photo \n Unblock different kinds of boule to vary your style of play

About

3D Bocce Ball

Experience a realistic simulation of the traditional ball-throwing game. Test your aim and reaction skills by getting your balls as close to the target as possible. Play against AI or friends in various game modes.

Highlights
  • Traditional Bocce gameplay
  • Multiple game modes (Tutorial, Easy, Medium, Hard)
  • Multiplayer against AI or friends
  • Realistic 3D graphics
  • Indoor and outdoor play areas
  • Accurate aiming and timing mechanics
Features
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For some of us, Bocce is a game that made our childhoods better and 3D Bocce Ball will bring back those beautiful courtyard memories. For others that don’t know the game of Bocce, you can think of it as a mix between a game of bowling and curling. It is a sports game that dates back to the Roman times, and whose legacy was kept in various countries around Europe and other continents. 3D Bocce Ball is a simulator of the traditional ball throwing game that helps you have fun while testing (and improving) your fast reaction skills. Your goal is to defeat your Bocce opponent by throwing metal balls as close to an original target (Jack or Boccino) as possible. == HOW TO PLAY 3D BOCCE BALL == ① A player starts by throwing the first bowl, the "Boccino" (or Jack). This is the smallest Bocce ball used as a guide. ② Each player takes turns in throwing their remaining bowls, with the goal of placing them as close to the Boccino as possible. ③ The Bocce game round finishes when all players have used all their balls (4). ④ The player with the closest ball to the Boccino is only one that scores points, only for those balls that are closer to the Boccino (jack) than the other player's closest one. ⑤ Each Bocce game has several rounds. 3D Bocce Ball offers a realistic simulation of the original game and can be played against the AI or your friends. Much like a bowling game or curling, correct aim and timing is everything. 3D Bocce Ball is thus an excellent sports game for those that want to work on their accuracy while having fun. == BOCCE GAME FEATURES == ① Traditional Bocce Gameplay. 3D Bocce Ball follows the classic game play of Bocce, a sports game played from the ancient Roman Empire onwards. The game has some elements from other popular sports games such as bowling and curling. Pick a realistic 3D playing field and start competing against the AI or other players. The rules are simple, throw the Bocce balls as close to the original target (called Jack or Boccino) as possible. The player that at the end of the round throws the closest ball wins points. ② Multiple Game Modes. Bocce is a game played since the ancient Roman times, and it’s currently popular in several countries around the world. If you’re unfamiliar with the Bocce game, 3D Bocce Ball starts with a Tutorial mode that shows you how it is played and its rules. Once you’re ready, you can play the regular game in Easy, Medium or Hard mode, you can challenge your friends at a multiplayer Bocce game or ultimately, you can play it globally with people around the world (upcoming feature). ③ Realistic 3D Graphics. Choose between different play areas and enjoy the beauty of 3D Bocce gaming. You can play in an indoors area or choose to play in the city of Sinja Gorica, a re-creation of the real Slovenian town which looks exactly as the real one does. During the play the camera switches between various shooting positions to help you visualize the surroundings and the game area. Coupled with 3D animations, an excellent soundtrack and nevertheless the gameplay, you’ll have an intense sports gaming experience. ④ Powerups & Upgrades. Winning games will also bring you coins. These coins are important as you can use them to unlock various sets of Bocce balls. Each set has a different design to help you differentiate from your opponent, as well as various characteristics (i.e. throw accuracy, speed, and bounciness). You’ll be able to unlock various power-ups as well (i.e. Focus, Steady aim). If you’re looking for a simulator game that mixes between bowling and curling, you should give 3D Bocce Ball a try. The mechanics are somewhat similar so fun is guaranteed. We’d love it if you could leave your feedback on how we can improve 3D Bocce Ball. Follow our social accounts to stay updated: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3D-Bocce-Ball-360988977730114 - Google+: https://plus.google.com/117755423256004744082 - Twitter: https://twitter.com/UI_Games

Screenshots

La pétanque4 screens
3D Bocce Ball4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: La pétanque at 70% against 3D Bocce Ball's 0%. La pétanque also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). 3D Bocce Ball's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.6 vs 4.3). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. La pétanque sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and 3D Bocce Ball sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

3D Bocce Ball holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 7 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 70% of La pétanque's written reviews are positive against 0% of 3D Bocce Ball's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

La pétanque ships an update every 2 weeks, 3D Bocce Ball every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
La pétanque versus 3D Bocce Ball: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLa pétanque3D Bocce Ball
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (12 ratings)4.6 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.5% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings12 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size295 MB184 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThomas RoyerU&I Next d.o.o.

Customer experience

La pétanque

All ratings12 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews82 reviews
Positive69.5%
Neutral12.2%
Negative18.3%

3D Bocce Ball

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral14.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

La pétanque

One-time5
  • Pour pointer$0.99
  • Pour tirer$0.99
  • La polyvalente$1.99
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  • La speciale$4.99
  • Stop pub$4.99
7 purchases

3D Bocce Ball

One-time7
  • 1000 coins$0.99
  • 2000 coins$0.99
  • 3000 coins$1.99
Show 4 more
  • 5000 coins$1.99
  • 10000 coins$3.99
  • 20000 coins$4.99
  • 50000 coins$6.99

Questions

Is La pétanque free?
La pétanque is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 3D Bocce Ball free?
3D Bocce Ball is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, La pétanque or 3D Bocce Ball?
3D Bocce Ball is rated higher. La pétanque averages 4.3 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while 3D Bocce Ball averages 4.6 from 7 ratings.
Do La pétanque or 3D Bocce Ball have ads?
La pétanque shows ads; 3D Bocce Ball does not.
Which is updated more often, La pétanque or 3D Bocce Ball?
La pétanque ships an update every 2 weeks, and 3D Bocce Ball every 2 months. Most recently, La pétanque was updated on November 6, 2026 and 3D Bocce Ball on November 9, 2026.

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