# Matchsticks ~ Matches Puzzle

> Matchstick Puzzles Brain Game

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id997676587](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id997676587)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id997676587`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Gabriel Silviu Stefan
- **Category:** Puzzle
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (449 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.0
- **Last updated:** 2021-04-20
- **First published:** 2015-06-16
- **Size:** 44 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/matchsticks-matches-puzzle/id997676587)
- **Website:** [https://funiosgames.com/](https://funiosgames.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.tapsarena.com/tos/matches/privacy.html](https://www.tapsarena.com/tos/matches/privacy.html)

## Description

Keep your mind active with this classic matchstick puzzle game. Rules: add, move, or remove matches to form triangles, squares, or fix simple equations. Hundreds of challenging levels await.

Enjoy intuitive touch controls, ongoing level packs, and brain-teasing puzzles designed for quick mental workouts on mobile.

## Rankings

- #76,528 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviewers praise brainy, timer-free puzzles and offline play with puzzle variety, but repeatedly cite excessive ads, costly hints, occasional bugs, and some levels being too easy. Overall, strong concept and mental challenge hampered by monetization and stability issues.

### Pros

- Brain-stimulating, challenging puzzles that require spatial reasoning and thinking outside the box.
- No timer and relaxed, thoughtful gameplay that lets you take your time to find solutions.
- Varied puzzle formats (triangle, square, and number-based challenges) keep the gameplay fresh.
- Offline, on-the-go accessibility and easy to pick up for unwinding.

### Cons

- Heavy advertising and ads interrupt gameplay; pop-ups and recommended videos disrupt the experience.
- Hints are costly and limited, with additional purchases required for more hints.
- Bugs and glitches (counting errors, stuck or unresponsive moves) affect progression.
- Some players find certain levels too easy or not challenging enough.

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