# Tiny Connections

> Connect homes & infrastructure; balancing power, water, efficiency & community.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.shortcircuitstudio.tinyconnections](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.shortcircuitstudio.tinyconnections)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.shortcircuitstudio.tinyconnections`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Short Circuit Studio
- **Category:** GAME\_STRATEGY
- **Downloads:** 78,288
- **Rating:** 3.54 / 5 (595 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.3.4
- **Last updated:** 2025-12-19
- **First published:** 2023-11-06
- **Publisher country:** SE
- **Size:** 213 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shortcircuitstudio.tinyconnections)
- **Website:** [https://www.shortcircuitstudio.com](https://www.shortcircuitstudio.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.shortcircuitstudio.com/privacy-policy](https://www.shortcircuitstudio.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

Tiny Connections is an engaging puzzle game that challenges you to create efficient networks connecting houses to essential infrastructure like power and water. Navigate tight spaces and tricky setups by linking houses of matching colors to their stations without crossing lines. Use helpful power-ups such as tunnels, junctions, and swaps to solve progressively challenging puzzles.

Featuring real-world inspired maps, daily and weekly challenges, achievements, and leaderboards, Tiny Connections offers relaxing yet strategic gameplay. Its accessible design includes a colorblind mode, supporting a wide range of players. Available in multiple languages, this game is perfect for those seeking an enjoyable and thoughtful puzzle experience.

## Rankings

- #246,262 — Overall
- #22 — connection

## 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.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_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.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.shortcircuitstudio.tinyconnections.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.shortcircuitstudio.tinyconnections.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`

## Review summary

Tiny Connections is praised for its fun and challenging puzzle gameplay and colorful, attractive graphics reminiscent of Mini Metro. However, many users report major technical problems including lagging, crashes especially around the tutorial, missing or disappearing UI elements, and poor map navigation controls that hinder progress. The game’s controls and interface need significant improvement to resolve these frustrating bugs, which currently prevent a smooth and enjoyable experience for numerous players.

### Pros

- Engaging and fun puzzle gameplay that challenges problem-solving skills.
- Appealing and colorful graphics that enhance the visual experience.
- Similar in concept to popular games like Mini Metro and Mini Motorways, offering familiar enjoyable mechanics.
- The game offers a brain-teasing challenge that some players appreciate.
- The game concept of managing pipes and wires is liked and has potential.

### Cons

- Frequent and severe lagging causing the game to be unplayable on many devices.
- Game crashes or freezing especially during or after tutorial stages.
- Critical UI issues such as missing resource icons, disappearing UI elements, and unresponsive controls after the tutorial.
- Poor map navigation controls including stuck maps, unresponsive or laggy zoom and pan functions.
- Unreliable pause functionality and buggy in-game trading or resource management features.

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