# Matchstick Puzzle

> Solve matchstick puzzles by moving, adding and removing matches

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gg.matchsticks](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gg.matchsticks)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.gg.matchsticks`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Classic Official Game
- **Category:** GAME\_PUZZLE
- **Downloads:** 14,295
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (140 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.3
- **Last updated:** 2025-10-19
- **First published:** 2021-06-12
- **Publisher country:** VN
- **Size:** 52 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-07
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gg.matchsticks)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://improvern.blogspot.com/p/game-policy.html](http://improvern.blogspot.com/p/game-policy.html)

## Description

"Matchstick Puzzle" is a captivating Android game that tasks players with solving matchstick puzzles by creatively moving, adding, or removing matches to complete various figures. With hundreds of stages and unique designs, players can explore multiple solutions and compete with friends. Featuring vibrant graphics and compatibility with older devices, it's a free game without ads or unnecessary permissions. Enjoy a blend of challenge and fun as you delve into the world of matchstick puzzles!

## Rankings

- #491,211 — 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.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.gg.matchsticks.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users praise the puzzle gameplay, with terms like fantastic, amazing, and great suggesting strong enjoyment. However, the major recurring complaints are intrusive and lengthy ads that interrupt play. A key technical issue is the game’s failure to recognize alternate valid solutions, which can block progress on certain puzzles (e.g., Puzzle #3). Overall, positive gameplay sentiment coexists with frustrations over ads and solution detection.

### Pros

- Engaging and enjoyable puzzle gameplay (described as fantastic, amazing, and great)
- Positive overall user sentiment with multiple reviews calling it good or great
- Generally well-received app quality and enjoyable user experience

### Cons

- Excessive ads interrupt gameplay
- Ads are long and frequent, often longer than a round of play
- Not recognizing alternate valid solutions, causing progress blocks (e.g., Puzzle #3)

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