# Pocket Bees: Colony Simulator

> Forage resources, improve your nest, make an army, fight other players!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ariel.pocketbees](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ariel.pocketbees)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.ariel.pocketbees`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Ariel-Games
- **Category:** GAME\_STRATEGY
- **Downloads:** 1,426,457
- **Rating:** 3.37 / 5 (10,627 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.0073
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-13
- **First published:** 2021-07-06
- **Publisher country:** ES
- **Size:** 114 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-24
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ariel.pocketbees)
- **Website:** [https://www.ariel-games.com](https://www.ariel-games.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.ariel-games.com/privacy.html](https://www.ariel-games.com/privacy.html)

## Description

Pocket Bees: Colony Simulator is an engaging strategy game Chrome extension where you forage resources and improve your nest chambers to gain powerful bonuses. Breed worker and guard bees while capturing various creatures to build an unstoppable army. Compete against other players in real-time battles to collect valuable resources and exclusive items. Enjoy a rich, evolving experience by completing missions and following the immersive storyline.

Join the vibrant community on Discord and stay updated via Twitter @ArielGames15. Whether you love strategic gameplay, resource management, or PvP battles, Pocket Bees offers an exciting and dynamic colony-building simulation right in your browser.

## Rankings

- #55,645 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`
- `com.ariel.pocketbees.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`

## Review summary

Overall, players find Pocket Bees fun and visually appealing with a Pocket Ants vibe and broad appeal for all ages. However, recurring issues break immersion: crashes and startup problems (including Chromebook), early pollen balance and combat frustrations, unreliable ad rewards, privacy concerns over third‑party account access, and a sense that the game clones Pocket Ants rather than offering enough original content. Addressing stability and adding meaningful new features would improve the experience.

### Pros

- Fun and enjoyable gameplay.
- Visually appealing with a Pocket Ants-like vibe.
- Accessible progression / easy to obtain supplies.
- Broad appeal for both kids and adults.
- Positive sentiment with room for updates/new content.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and startup/loading issues, including Chromebook black screen.
- Early-game pollen collection is very hard due to wasps/guards and combat balance issues.
- Unreliable ad rewards and ad flow that can reboot the game.
- Privacy concerns over requests for Google/Facebook account access.
- Perceived lack of originality and desire for more features (clone of Pocket Ants).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ariel.pocketbees)