Threes! Freeplay vs Paperoku
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Threes! Freeplay
This is a simple yet challenging number-sliding puzzle game. Combine numbers to reach higher scores and grow your mind. It offers an endless challenge with endearing characters and a heartwarming soundtrack.
- Number sliding puzzle
- Endless challenge
- Endearing characters
- Heart-warming soundtrack
- Complete experience
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Threes is a tiny puzzle that grows on you. This is the ad-supported version. ³ Apple Game of the Year 2014!! ³ Apple Design Award 2014 Winner ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ “You might as well delete Candy Crush Saga now.” ~ Pocket Gamer “It's surprisingly adorable, for a game starring numbers.” ~ Joystiq “It’s the kind of game that embosses the rules on your brain within 30 seconds, but then compels you to spend the next two hours playing.” ~ Pocket Tactics ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ Explore our little game’s deep challenge and grow your mind beyond imagination. Optimized for iOS8 and human brains. Universal app for iPhone and iPads. ³ Endless challenge from one simple game mode ³ An endearing cast of characters ³ A heart-warming soundtrack ³ No IAP - Threes is a complete experience the moment you download it Honorably mentioned for Excellence in Design by the Independent Games Festival. ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ From the makers of PUZZLEJUICE: ³ Designed by Asher Vollmer ³ Illustrated by Greg Wohlwend (Ridiculous Fishing, Hundreds) ³ Scored by Jimmy Hinson (Black Ops 2, Mass Effect 2) ³ Optimized by Hidden Variable (Bag It!, Tic Tactics) ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ Threes grows with you and you’ll grow with Threes.
Paperoku
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Paperoku: an origami block puzzle game meets a sudoku-style grid. Paperoku is a relaxing yet challenging paper block puzzle that you'll keep coming back to! Relax, unwind, and train your brain with beautiful origami-inspired puzzles. Place paper blocks on the 9x9 board and fill rows, columns, or 3x3 squares to clear the board. Plan your moves carefully, create satisfying combos, and challenge yourself to beat your highest score. How to Play: - Drag and place paper blocks onto the grid - Fill rows, columns, or 3x3 squares to clear blocks - Create combo clears to earn more points - Keep the board open and aim for your best score Features: - Beautiful origami-inspired visuals and relaxing gameplay - Simple to learn, challenging to master - Smooth animations and satisfying puzzle clears - Endless gameplay with no time limits - Brain-training puzzle experience for all ages - Play offline anytime, anywhere - Lightweight and optimized for all devices - Perfect for quick breaks or long puzzle sessions Paperoku combines the addictive strategy of classic block puzzles with the elegance of origami art. Every move matters, every combo counts, and every game is a new opportunity to beat your personal best. Fold your strategy, clear the board, and discover how far your puzzle skills can take you. Download Paperoku today and enjoy the ultimate origami block puzzle adventure!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Paperoku at daily against Threes! Freeplay's every 2 months. Threes! Freeplay's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Threes! Freeplay ships an update every 2 months, Paperoku daily. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Threes! Freeplay | Paperoku |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (625 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 54.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 625 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Daily — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 83 MB | 72 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sirvo LLC | RELIANT INDUSTRIES |
Bugs and requests
Threes! Freeplay
Reported bugs
2 issues- Ads not properly crediting free plays
- Freezing or crashing when watching ads
Requested features
4 requests- Offline play mode
- Ability to disable background music
- More levels or difficulty modes
- Multiplayer or social features
Paperoku
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Threes! Freeplay
No in-app purchases
Paperoku
No in-app purchases
Questions
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