Comparison

Inked vs Sky Ball

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Inked

Embark on a unique journey of love and hope as a samurai navigating a world drawn with ballpoint pen. Solve puzzles to restore what's lost and uncover the connection with the mysterious Artist who created your world. Experience an emotional story with a moving soundtrack.

Highlights
  • Ballpoint pen art style
  • Heartwarming story
  • Puzzle-based gameplay
  • Emotional music score
  • Achievement system
Features
Currently charting
Read full description

Experience an unconventional yet unforgettable story of love and hope in Inked.  Guide a rogue samurai called the “Nameless Hero”, as he travels the world on paper with his love Aiko. But beware, you may soon find that everything you love is stripped away and you will have to embark on a journey through a puzzle-ridden quest to restore what you care for.  Following your adventure is the mysterious Artist, the person who drew the world around you. Your stories are connected in more ways than one, and the journey you will take will change you both. Inked invites you to experience: - A beautiful and immersive world solely based on ballpoint pen drawings - A heartwarming story about loss and hope - Puzzles which put the control of the world at your fingertips - An emotional and moving music score --------------------------------------------------------------------- Winner of Game Connection Asia 2020 Indie development Grand Award, Best casual game award, Best upcoming game award and Best mobile/tablet game award. --------------------------------------------------------------------- A full run of the story requires around 3hrs, while completing all achievements takes much longer. :) ------------------------------------------------------------------- More about Inked  (Follow us on Facebook/Twitter @InkedGame, Instagram @Inked_Game)

About

Sky Ball

Embark on a high-speed 3D rolling adventure where you must control a ball across challenging sky-high tracks. Dodge moving obstacles and master your reflexes to reach the finish line. Enjoy intuitive controls, dynamic levels, and unlockable customizations in this thrilling test of skill.

Highlights
  • 3D rolling ball gameplay
  • Obstacle avoidance
  • Skill-based challenges
  • Intuitive touch controls
  • Unlockable ball skins
  • Dynamic levels
Features
Read full description

Sky Ball Rolling 3D – Roll, Balance & Dodge Obstacles Get ready for a thrilling 3D rolling adventure! Sky Ball Rolling 3D is a high-speed, precision-based ball game that challenges your reflexes and balance. Control your rolling ball across sky-high tracks, avoid moving obstacles, and stay focused as you aim for the finish line. With smooth controls, dynamic levels, and addictive gameplay, every roll is a test of skill! Whether you're a fan of games like Rollance or just love rolling challenges, Sky Ball Rolling 3D delivers the perfect mix of fun and intensity. Key Features: Challenging Courses: Navigate through tight paths, spinning platforms, and unexpected turns. Realistic 3D Graphics: Explore beautifully designed tracks in an immersive sky environment. Intuitive Controls: Experience smooth and responsive ball movement with easy touch controls. Unlockable Skins: Customize your ball with cool designs as you progress. Addictive Gameplay: Quick levels, tight timing, and thrilling jumps keep you coming back for more. If you enjoy skill games, obstacle runners, or rolling ball adventures, this game is for you. Master balance, speed, and precision—download Sky Ball Rolling 3D now and start your journey! Privacy Policy: https://innonexatech.blogspot.com/2024/09/privacy-policy-for-sky-ball-rolling-3d.html Terms of Service: https://innonexatech.blogspot.com/2024/10/terms-of-service-for-sky-ball-rolling-3d.html

Screenshots

Inked4 screens
Sky Ball4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Sky Ball at Free against Inked's $3.99. Inked's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (79% vs 44%). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Sky Ball is free to download; Inked costs $3.99 up front. Sky Ball sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Inked asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Inked holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 87 and 109 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Inked's written reviews are positive against 44% of Sky Ball's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Inked versus Sky Ball: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInkedSky Ball
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (87 ratings) — better4.4 (109 ratings)
Positive reviews78.8% of reviews — better44.4% of reviews
Number of ratings87109 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#181 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size2.0 GB243 MB
Age rating9+17+
DeveloperPine StudioInnonexa Tech Private Limited

Customer experience

Inked

All ratings87 ratings
Positive89.7%
Neutral3.4%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews104 reviews
Positive78.8%
Neutral10.6%
Negative10.6%

Sky Ball

All ratings109 ratings
Positive83.5%
Neutral4.6%
Negative11.9%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral11.1%
Negative44.4%

In-app purchases

None

Inked

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Sky Ball

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$3.99

Questions

Is Inked free?
Inked costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sky Ball free?
Sky Ball is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Inked or Sky Ball?
Inked is rated higher. Inked averages 4.6 out of 5 from 87 ratings, while Sky Ball averages 4.4 from 109 ratings.
Do Inked or Sky Ball have ads?
Neither Inked nor Sky Ball shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Inked or Sky Ball?
Inked ships an update every 3 weeks, and Sky Ball every 3 weeks. Most recently, Inked was updated on October 29, 2026 and Sky Ball on October 31, 2026.

Other comparisons