Threes!

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7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 88 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 88
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 88
  3. Negative: 16 out of 88
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  1. dpaddave
    Apr 2, 2014
    9
    For $2, you would hard pressed to find a game as fun and deep at Threes! Unlocking the new characters by gradually getting better and improving your score is a blast. Mobile games don't usually resonate with me, but Threes! is the perfect combination of addictive gameplay that can be had in a 5 minute coffee break.
  2. TheMaxWall
    Dec 21, 2014
    10
    In my opinion, this game is for everyone.

    The cute and silly little cards making weird noises and talking to you might look a bit childish, but this game is hardcore. It's one of those games that you think you understand, and then BAM, someone comes in with a better score than yours and you're just trying to become better and better until you realise that you just spent 4 hours straight    In my opinion, this game is for everyone.

    The cute and silly little cards making weird noises and talking to you might look a bit childish, but this game is hardcore. It's one of those games that you think you understand, and then BAM, someone comes in with a better score than yours and you're just trying to become better and better until you realise that you just spent 4 hours straight playing this game.

    It's that ''dammit, one more time'' feeling that will get you hooked, but it's that ''oh my god I got a new high score'' feeling that will keep you coming back for more.

    It's cheap fun, and it's just pure awesome.    … Expand
  3. h00ligan
    Feb 10, 2014
    2
    I honestly have no idea why this game is ranked so highly. It's not charming, it's not particularly fun, mind stiffening, puzzeltadtic.

    It's a tile game, with numbers. It's simple and I was bored within five minutes. Granted I've never played candy crush saga, but if this is the new that, u guess that's one I won't play either. I could probably think of about 20 quick fix games    I honestly have no idea why this game is ranked so highly. It's not charming, it's not particularly fun, mind stiffening, puzzeltadtic.

    It's a tile game, with numbers. It's simple and I was bored within five minutes. Granted I've never played candy crush saga, but if this is the new that, u guess that's one I won't play either.

    I could probably think of about 20 quick fix games that are more enjoyable.    … Expand
  4. DemonSoul
    Mar 31, 2014
    0
    theres gotta be major corruption going on with these critics ratings....its just a tile game and its not that fun...i think its barely passable. i kept playing for like 2 hours to justify the high critics rating...to hopefully discover what they were raving about....and I like math, i like strategy games, i like sudoku, i like tetris, i like chess, i like words with friends and scrambletheres gotta be major corruption going on with these critics ratings....its just a tile game and its not that fun...i think its barely passable. i kept playing for like 2 hours to justify the high critics rating...to hopefully discover what they were raving about....and I like math, i like strategy games, i like sudoku, i like tetris, i like chess, i like words with friends and scramble with friends. Unfortunately, I like fun too, and If it were funner, i'd still be playing it, but its pretty easy to put down. In fact, you'll be annoyed you wasted time on this at all. Who likes this game that is a real person? someone who had issues with their math teacher and is trying to prove they know multiples of three? Seriously? Someone who has a fetish for the number 3? Hoplite, Out There, hero academy, sorcery, words with friends, scramble, puzzle fighter, tetris and the gameboy,, infect them all 2, plants vs zombies original...those are fun games. this is like one of those miserable pointless card games, like Pazzak, in Knights of the Old Republic, made to be a very minor distraction. I really wish I could get my money back because I was seriously suckered and tricked by these critics into wasting my money which I forced myself to play for 2 days b/c i felt i better get some value out of my money. This is game is not fun and not entertaining. There has got to be some SERIOUS corruption going on to get so many high ratings. The designer must have got his whole family and his whole company to vote and write positive reviews for this.… Expand
  5. Sh0dan
    Mar 5, 2014
    1
    A simplistic and throw away time waster, just like most other smart phone games really. Not terribly engaging or addictive. In fact I wouldn't call this a game in the traditional sense at all. Its more something to fiddle with while waiting for the bus. It certainly doesn't belong in the same ratings category as a proper video game does. This being rated higher than traditional video gamesA simplistic and throw away time waster, just like most other smart phone games really. Not terribly engaging or addictive. In fact I wouldn't call this a game in the traditional sense at all. Its more something to fiddle with while waiting for the bus. It certainly doesn't belong in the same ratings category as a proper video game does. This being rated higher than traditional video games like the “Last of Us”, “BioShock” or “Dishonoured” kind of shows up the irrelevance of Metacritic as a pointless grading system, one that has no meaning or point of reference.… Expand
  6. MrTim165
    Mar 29, 2014
    9
    A very cool and original concept perfectly executed in a mobile game, that's rare these days. It has a very nice looking art style, nice music and just generally good sound design. I actually feel bad for the developer, because of all the free clones, this is not getting the attention and credit it deserves. The only minor problem I have with the game is that there seems to be an issueA very cool and original concept perfectly executed in a mobile game, that's rare these days. It has a very nice looking art style, nice music and just generally good sound design. I actually feel bad for the developer, because of all the free clones, this is not getting the attention and credit it deserves. The only minor problem I have with the game is that there seems to be an issue with scaling. I have a 720x1280 (Android) screen and the designs on the tiles have jagged edges. Besides that, it's a very cool game.… Expand
  7. silasbodnick
    Mar 21, 2014
    9
    It's clearly worth the money but I'm just not quite as sold as many of the other critics who have lauded this game are. The music and the sound effects are more than half the fun.
  8. Devivre
    Apr 30, 2014
    9
    Fun, simple and highly addictive. The only think I don't like so much about this casual puzzle game is that what comes next feels pretty random sometimes and when you suddenly get 4 blue symbols it's really annoying and it can really mess up a good run. Would have made more sense to have a certain order here. But still... it's a pretty fun way to waste time ;).
  9. mightbeadoctor
    Mar 13, 2014
    10
    If you're a "real gamer" (i.e. pretentious knob) with a System Shock or Demons' Souls username who thinks that some games are more "relevant" than others, and that a puzzle game about pushing tiles around to match numbers doesn't qualify as a "proper" game, Threes may not be for you.

    If you break out in hives at the sight of cute cards that smile and make silly voices, Threes may not be    If you're a "real gamer" (i.e. pretentious knob) with a System Shock or Demons' Souls username who thinks that some games are more "relevant" than others, and that a puzzle game about pushing tiles around to match numbers doesn't qualify as a "proper" game, Threes may not be for you.

    If you break out in hives at the sight of cute cards that smile and make silly voices, Threes may not be for you.

    If you love simple, easy-to-learn hard-to-master, tremendously elegant, deceptively strategic puzzle games (e.g. Tetris, Lumines, Puyo Pop, Triple Town), and you have a few bucks to spare, Threes is definitely for you. I'd probably recommend it to anyone looking into game design, too.    … Expand
  10. robert999
    Apr 3, 2014
    5
    This is a fairly simple and boring game. I rather die playing Flappyball or alike than grinding this tile game again and again. I don´t even find it entertaining like candy crush.
  11. oldhouse
    Feb 13, 2014
    10
    It's simple concept, yet brilliant realization. It's not for everyone, you have to like logic and numbers; if not stay away from this little gem. It looks like casual, and maybe you can have fun playing casual, but the more you advance and the more you have to think about your next move, cause it could free your board from many many tiles, or it could just be your last move.
    Evey game    It's simple concept, yet brilliant realization. It's not for everyone, you have to like logic and numbers; if not stay away from this little gem. It looks like casual, and maybe you can have fun playing casual, but the more you advance and the more you have to think about your next move, cause it could free your board from many many tiles, or it could just be your last move.
    Evey game initially last usually for 1 or 2 minutes, but as soon as you will get a grip your games will last longer, and if you are like me you will want more to beat your higher score.
    Oh by the way, keep in mind that candy crush and angry birds don't have anything in common with this...    … Expand
  12. ryry73
    Feb 13, 2014
    9
    This game seems simple at first. If you play games with the sound down you should have it on during this game. The music and voiced characters of the game add to the charm. If math and logic are not your thing you will not like it.
  13. NikNakk
    Feb 16, 2014
    10
    This game appears simple at first glance, but quickly becomes highly addictive as you aim to beat your high score. Managing the board while planning several moves ahead becomes essential. The graphics and sound are perfect for the game and full of character.
  14. Zicom
    Feb 17, 2014
    10
    It's a great and simple game. It's designed extremely well with great gestural control and feedback. The art is pleasing and subtle. The gameplay is extremely easy to understand and difficult to master providing re-playability. Highly recommended.
  15. Oxygenarian
    Feb 19, 2014
    10
    Beautifully designed puzzle game, with simple yet addicting game play. The potential in the game lies in how it requires players to actively apply strategical thinking, and the process of doing so is definitely challenging and rewarding. One should not underestimate the game's quality through the simple appearance. Great choice, if you do enjoy a good puzzle game.
  16. dajhorn
    Sep 7, 2014
    9
    Threes hits the right mix of difficulty and satisfaction for casual gaming. After mastering the game mechanic, I found myself zoning out and playing it on mental autopilot.
  17. sniderman89
    Dec 13, 2014
    10
    This is such a simple and engaging game. Combining like numbers requires planning and some luck. Seeing which way to slide the tiles to set up a big score and keep the game going is fun to me. My type of game.
  18. anggadaz
    Jul 19, 2016
    7
    Just simple game, swipe box to sum the number. The gameplay is sum number with same number multiple three. Three number are from one and two. If you can sum, the game is over.
  19. LethalMuffin
    Dec 30, 2014
    10
    When I first saw this game I thought it was yet another 2048 ripoff. When I purchased it I found a game with a simple yet fun premise and some of the best music I've heard in an ios game. This game is worth every cent I paid for it.

Awards & Rankings

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#6 Best iOS Game of 2014
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#12 Most Discussed iOS Game of 2014
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#65 Most Shared iOS Game of 2014

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92

Universal acclaim - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
  1. Hyper Magazine
    Apr 9, 2014
    80
    Threes is the sort of game that exists purely to ruin your life, to make you regret ever buying your damn smart phone. [May 2014, p.83]
  2. Slide to Play
    Mar 28, 2014
    75
    If you love number puzzles, Threes is a must-play.
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  3. Pocket Gamer UK
    Mar 14, 2014
    90
    Despite some frustrating chaotic elements, Threes! is a dashing, intelligent, and deceptively simple treat. This is your next essential puzzler.
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