Comparison

Inked vs Maze AI

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
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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

Maze AI

Experience dynamic, AI-generated narratives where your choices shape every adventure. Customize characters, explore rich worlds, and engage in deep role-playing. Create your own scenarios or enjoy predefined storylines.

Highlights
  • AI-generated storytelling
  • Text-to-speech support
  • Customizable character progression
  • Predefined and user-created scenarios
  • Dynamic narrative generation
  • Choice-driven gameplay
Features
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Unleash Your Imagination – A Unique AI-Powered RPG Awaits! Step into a world where your choices shape the story, where every decision opens new paths, and where no two adventures are ever the same. Powered by advanced AI, this game generates dynamic, immersive narratives tailored to your actions, giving you a fresh and exciting experience every time you play. Whether you follow a structured storyline or carve your own path, you are in complete control of your journey. Explore richly detailed worlds, interact with complex characters, and make choices that truly matter. Engage in deep role-playing with fully customizable characters, and watch as your stats, skills, and decisions influence the unfolding tale. Whether you prefer structured game scenarios or the freedom to create your own, this game is designed for those who love storytelling, strategy, and adventure. Features: - AI-Generated Storytelling – No predefined script. Every decision alters the path of your journey. - Text-to-Speech Support – Enjoy an immersive experience by having the story read aloud as you play. - Custom & Predefined Choices – Select preset decisions or type your own actions for limitless creativity. - Character Progression System – Develop your character with stats, skills, traits, and a fully managed inventory system. - Predefined Scenarios – Start your adventure with a wide variety of curated storylines across different genres, including fantasy, sci-fi, and mystery. - Create Your Own Worlds – Build and play fully customized scenarios, defining your own story structure, obstacles, and direction. Whether you want a structured RPG experience or the freedom to explore a limitless world of possibilities, this game offers it all. Engage in compelling storytelling, challenge your creativity, and experience AI-driven adventures like never before. Subscription & Terms This app offers a subscription for enhanced features. See our Terms & Conditions (https://muze.lt/terms-and-condition-for-maze-ai) and Privacy Policy (https://muze.lt/privacy-policy-for-maze-ai) for details.

Screenshots

Inked4 screens
Maze AI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Maze AI at Free against Inked's $3.99. Inked's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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

Maze AI is free to download; Inked costs $3.99 up front. Maze AI sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Inked asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Inked against 4.5 for Maze AI. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 87 and 118 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Inked's written reviews are positive against 50% of Maze AI's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Inked ships an update every 3 weeks, Maze AI monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Inked versus Maze AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInkedMaze AI
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (87 ratings) — better4.5 (118 ratings)
Positive reviews78.6% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings87118 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS10.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size2.0 GB60 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperPine StudioMuze LT MB

Customer experience

Inked

All ratings87 ratings
Positive89.7%
Neutral3.4%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews103 reviews
Positive78.6%
Neutral10.7%
Negative10.7%

Maze AI

All ratings118 ratings
Positive88.1%
Neutral4.2%
Negative7.6%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Inked

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Maze AI

Subscriptions6
  • Premium - Weekly7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Premium - Weekly7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium - Monthly$19.991 Month
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  • Premium Yearly$59.991 Year
  • Yearly1 Year trial$59.991 Year
  • Premium - Year$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium - Lifetime$99.99

Questions

Is Inked free?
Inked costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Maze AI free?
Maze AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Inked or Maze AI?
Inked is rated higher. Inked averages 4.6 out of 5 from 87 ratings, while Maze AI averages 4.5 from 118 ratings.
Do Inked or Maze AI have ads?
Maze AI shows ads; Inked does not.
Which is updated more often, Inked or Maze AI?
Inked ships an update every 3 weeks, and Maze AI monthly. Most recently, Inked was updated on September 23, 2026 and Maze AI on September 25, 2026.

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