# Flow Free: Shapes

> Flow Free® reimagined: Infinite possibilities!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bigduckgames.flowshapes](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bigduckgames.flowshapes)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.bigduckgames.flowshapes`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Big Duck Games LLC
- **Category:** GAME\_PUZZLE
- **Downloads:** 303,597
- **Rating:** 4.71 / 5 (5,862 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-01-15
- **First published:** 2024-12-15
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 88 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bigduckgames.flowshapes)
- **Website:** [https://www.bigduckgames.com](https://www.bigduckgames.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.bigduckgames.com/privacy](https://www.bigduckgames.com/privacy)

## Description

**Flow Free: Shapes** is a fresh take on the beloved Flow Free® puzzle game. Connect matching colors with pipes to create a "Flow" and cover the entire board to solve each unique puzzle without crossing pipes. Featuring over 4,000 carefully designed shaped puzzles ranging from easy to extreme, the game offers infinite possibilities for fun and brain engagement.

Players can enjoy daily puzzles with new challenges every day and compete in Time Trial mode for a fast-paced experience. Optimized touch controls, vibrant graphics, and fun sound effects enhance playability. Cloud sync and achievements are supported via Google Play Games, making it easy to track progress and play seamlessly across devices. Whether you want a relaxing challenge or frenzied gameplay, Flow Free: Shapes delivers a captivating puzzle experience.

## Rankings

- #129,422 — Overall
- #27 — shape

## 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.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`
- `com.bigduckgames.flowshapes.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Flow Free: Shapes delivers nostalgic, addictive puzzle gameplay with a calm, progressively challenging experience. However, it’s hampered by pervasive ads and a monetization approach that frustrated players who previously paid for ad-free access and feel it’s inconsistent with other Flow Free titles.

### Pros

- Engaging, challenging puzzles that feel like a classic Flow Free experience.
- Nostalgic and faithful to the Flow Free franchise, with a familiar puzzle design.
- Relaxing and calm gameplay that remains addictive and progressively harder.
- Wide variety of levels and puzzles with different degrees of challenge.

### Cons

- Ads are excessive and intrusive, frequently interrupting gameplay and disrupting relaxation.
- Monetization and ad-removal model is frustrating and inconsistent (ads reappear after previously purchasing ad-free content; not aligned with Play Pass offerings in other Flow Free games).
- Perceived push toward additional purchases and packs, leading to distrust among longtime players.

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