red (game) vs Linko
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
red (game)
This puzzle game challenges players to turn the entire screen red across 50 unique levels. Each level presents a distinct logical puzzle to solve. Hints are available via a light bulb icon if you get stuck.
- 50 unique puzzle levels
- Logic-based gameplay
- In-game hints available
- Ad-free hint experience with purchase
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The sequel to my 'yellow' game is here! Can you make the screen red in 50 levels? Each level has its own logic. Do you need help? Use the light bulb button that will appear after a while in the top right of each level to get a hint. There are multiple hints for each level. With the in-app purchase you will not get ads before the hints. Enjoy! @BartBonte
Linko
A simple and calming puzzle game designed for relaxation. Players rotate lines on a board to connect them all, offering an easy-to-learn maze-like experience for all ages. The game's revenue supports a stray cat shelter.
- Simple one-finger controls
- Calming maze-like gameplay
- Easy to learn for all ages
- Rotate lines to connect
- Relaxing mind exercise
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Linko is a very simple and calming puzzle game. All you need to prepare to play Linko is your phone and one finger. Linko is not difficult or complicated, so anyone, regardless of age or gender, can enjoy it. Calm your mind and proceed as if solving a simple maze. [How to play] Rotate the lines on the given board to connect them all. Try it right now! + PS: Most of the revenue generated through the game is used for the shelter for stray cats that we manage.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: red (game) at 4.8 against Linko's 3.8. red (game) also leads on review sentiment (94% vs 61%) and ratings volume (511 vs 26). Linko's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. red (game) sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Linko sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
red (game) holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: red (game) has 511 ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of red (game)'s written reviews are positive against 61% of Linko's.
red (game) ships an update every 4 months, Linko every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | red (game) | Linko |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (511 ratings) — better | 3.8 (26 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 93.8% of reviews — better | 61.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 511 — better | 26 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 158 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bart BONTE | 1PixelStudio Co. |
Customer experience
red (game)
Linko
Bugs and requests
red (game)
Reported bugs
3 issues- Level 48 is nearly impossible to complete
- Hint system not working on some levels
- Crashes or freezes on certain devices
Requested features
4 requests- More color variations or sequels
- Ability to reset levels
- Improved hint system
- Additional difficulty settings
Linko
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
red (game)
- premium unlock$2.49
Linko
- Donate low price.$4.99
- Donate medium price.$19.99
- Donate high price.$44.99
