# Bears vs. Art

> Solve puzzles in 125 galleries ; plan moves or race in timed challenges!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.halfbrick.bearsvsart](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.halfbrick.bearsvsart)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.halfbrick.bearsvsart`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Halfbrick Studios
- **Category:** GAME\_PUZZLE
- **Downloads:** 877,682
- **Rating:** 3.92 / 5 (25,393 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1.7.730642
- **Last updated:** 2024-07-29
- **First published:** 2015-04-29
- **Publisher country:** AU
- **Size:** 149 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.halfbrick.bearsvsart)
- **Website:** [http://halfbrick.com/our-games/bears-vs-art/](http://halfbrick.com/our-games/bears-vs-art/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.halfbrick.com/halfbrick-plus-privacy-policy](https://www.halfbrick.com/halfbrick-plus-privacy-policy)

## Description

**Bears vs. Art** is the premium, ad-free puzzle game that challenges you to solve mind-bending puzzles across 125 unique art galleries. Take on greedy millionaires' abstract art displays as Rory the bear, and dismantle every painting while avoiding lasers, spikes, portals, security guards, and more.

Choose between carefully planning your moves or racing against the clock in timed challenges. Discover the Infinite Mode for endless random puzzles and collect colorful costumes that grant special abilities, enhancing gameplay variety. This premium version, exclusive to Halfbrick+, guarantees uninterrupted fun with no ads or in-app purchases, alongside regular updates and access to other highly rated games.

Start your free trial to join the fight against art and experience the most engaging puzzle action in a beautifully crafted world with challenging security measures and unexpected obstacles.

## Rankings

- #73,719 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.halfbrick.bearsvsart.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.halfbrick.bearsvsart.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`

## Review summary

Bears vs. Art blends nostalgia and sharp puzzle gameplay with a striking retro art style and long-running content, like the Infinite Island. However, the experience is marred by a subscription-based paywall and limited free access, along with recurrent launch and loading problems. The RNG-driven puzzle randomness also frustrates some players. If monetization and stability improve, the game has strong potential to satisfy puzzle fans who loved its earlier version.

### Pros

- Nostalgic appeal with a beautiful, distinctive art style that many players remember from childhood.
- Engaging core puzzle gameplay that many reviews describe as satisfying and brain-teasing.
- Endless/Infinite Island mode provides long-term play and replayability for puzzle fans.
- Return of the game and responsive support are valued by players who stuck with it.

### Cons

- Monetization shift to a subscription/paywall blocks access and frustrates players who want a simpler, pay-once experience.
- Limited free access (guest mode about 1 hour) before premium can feel restrictive.
- Launch/loading issues (won't load or open) hinder play for several users.
- RNG-heavy elements (random painting locations and NPC movements) reduce predictability and fairness.

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