Stack
v3.66Casual gamers looking for short, high-focus, and easy-to-pick-up mobile entertainment.
What Is Stack?
Launched Feb 17, 2016
Updated Feb 2026
What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
What does it look like?
What are the key features?
Core mechanic involving precise timing to stack blocks as high as possible.
Competitive ranking system allowing users to compare scores with players worldwide.
Simple and clean visual design focused on reducing cognitive load.
What do users think? iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
“Recent user voice shows a frustrated sentiment. Users appreciate relaxing gameplay and addictive core mechanics, but report excessive advertising and performance lag and glitches.”
What Users Love
So relaxing, stacking the plates is so nice
Great simplistic ambient calm game
Gameplay is easy to learn but challenging to master
Fun and simple game
Pain Points
After every turn there is an ad
The ads make this unplayable
The game purposely lags
Frame pauses to load something in the background
High confidence · 99 reviews available
How is it ranked?
| Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Free | #97 | ▼24 |
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- Addictive core gameplay loop
- Minimalist, clean UI
- Large established user base
Cons
- Excessive ad frequency
- Technical lag and performance issues
- Deceptive monetization practices
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Optimize ad placement to reduce churn
- Implement a true ad-free subscription
- Modernize physics and visuals
Market Threats
- Emergence of modern, polished competitors
- Declining store rankings
- Long-term brand erosion due to negative reviews
Who competes with Stack?
Contenders
Same Space
Piano Tiles 2™: Fun Piano Game
Kooapps
Uses rhythm and timing mechanics to achieve the same 'flow state' as stacking games.
What are the key takeaways?
Stack is a frustrating games app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.0/5 rating from 501.2K reviews, it frustrates many users from users. Users particularly appreciate relaxing gameplay, though excessive advertising remains a common concern.
Best for: Casual gamers looking for short, high-focus, and easy-to-pick-up mobile entertainment.
How much does it cost?
Model: freemium
The app utilizes a high-volume, hyper-casual model relying on ad revenue rather than direct subscriptions or premium paywalls.
iOS Version
3.66
Android Version
3.69
Release Date
Feb 17, 2016
iOS Price
Free
Android Price
Free
Developer
Ketchapp