# Kingdom Maker vs Linko

The clearest difference is ads: Kingdom Maker at none against Linko's shown. Kingdom Maker also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (11K vs 2). Linko's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Kingdom Maker sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Linko sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Linko holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kingdom Maker has 11K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Kingdom Maker ships an update every 4 days, Linko every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Kingdom Maker | Linko |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kingdom-maker-build-strategy/id1477420430/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linko-one-line-path/id6774304399/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 46.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#193** | — |
| Size | 304 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Global Worldwide, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1477420429) | [Risola Madaminova](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896543285) |

## What reviewers say

### Kingdom Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kingdom-maker-build-strategy/id1477420430)

**Currently charting:** #193 Top Grossing · Role Playing, #200 Top Grossing · Strategy (US App Store)

Build a medieval fantasy empire, command armies in real-time battles, and raise dragons. Form alliances with other players to conquer lands and dominate the realm. Customize your kingdom and lead heroes through challenges.

**Highlights:** Build and customize your empire, Real-time tactical battles, Command knights, archers, and cavalry, Raise and train dragons, Form multiplayer alliances, Explore a massive medieval world

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Quick Bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Apprentice I Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Apprentice II Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Mini Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Adept II Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Adept V Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| Master I Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Grandmaster I Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |
| Royal I Bundle | $49.99 | one-time |
| Exalted Bundle | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Unique features like noble families
- 💡 Interesting combat mechanics
- 🤝 Engaging alliance system
- 🎨 Colorful and polished graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- ⏱️ Slow progression and resource gathering
- 🤑 Overly aggressive monetization
- 🧠 Lack of player control in battles
- 🗺️ Unbalanced server merges leading to bullying

**Reported bugs**

- Notifications not working correctly
- Loading issues and crashes
- Noble family members unable to communicate
- Incorrect resource display and tracking

**Requested features**

- Ability to control unit movements in battles
- Improved resource gathering and progression
- More alliance features and coordination tools
- Ability to reset or start a new account
- Better translation and language support


### Linko

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linko-one-line-path/id6774304399)

This is a calming puzzle game where you draw a single, unbroken line to connect numbered dots in order and fill every cell of the grid. It offers a focused, ad-free experience with hand-tuned levels and a daily challenge.

**Highlights:** Single unbroken line puzzles, Connect numbered dots sequentially, Fill every cell in the grid, Hand-tuned levels, Daily puzzles, Offline play, Calm dark UI

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pocket Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Stack of Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Linko Pro | $4.99 | one-time |
| Vault of Coins | $5.99 | one-time |
| Mega Chest | $12.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Kingdom Maker free?

Kingdom Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Linko free?

Linko is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Kingdom Maker or Linko?

Linko is rated higher. Kingdom Maker averages 4.8 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Linko averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Kingdom Maker or Linko have ads?

Linko shows ads; Kingdom Maker does not.

### Which is updated more often, Kingdom Maker or Linko?

Kingdom Maker ships an update every 4 days, and Linko every 5 weeks. Most recently, Kingdom Maker was updated on November 6, 2026 and Linko on November 5, 2026.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*