Comparison

NEXT vs Main Character

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

Head to head
About

NEXT

Engage in interactive romantic stories where your choices shape the narrative and lead to different endings. Explore love, relationships, and dramatic twists with charming characters and captivating storylines.

Highlights
  • Interactive story choices
  • Branching narratives
  • Multiple story endings
  • Dating and relationship storylines
  • Character interaction
  • Ads-free content (premium)
Features
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Immerse yourself in a world of love and romance with Frames: Interactive Episodes! Choose your own path and make decisions that will shape your story and determine your happily ever after. Meet charming characters and explore beautiful locations as you navigate the ups and downs of love and relationships. Experience the thrill of falling in love and the heartbreak of betrayal as you make choices that will impact your fate. With captivating storyline, The Flirt: Interactive Game will keep you on the edge of your seat and leave you wanting more. Start your love story today and see where it takes you! Make choices that changes the game and be the character of a story created by you. How does it work? - An interactive game based on real life situations. - Storyline from dating to relationship development. - Each choice of action affects the narrative. - Discover different endings of the story! Play by your own rules and create YOUR story. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact: contact@asterhills.co Subscription: Recurring billing. Cancel anytime. You can subscribe to get access to Premium Version, which ads-free content, no timers and dark mode. The subscription is $4.99 monthly and $29.99 yearly. You'll be able to get ads-free gameplay, no waiting time and all the chapters of the game for the duration of your subscription. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off for at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period at the cost of the chosen package. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. You can read our privacy policy and terms of use at https://asterhills.co/terms. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication. *Prices are equal to the value that "Apple's App Store Matrix" determines is the equivalent of the subscription price in $USD. By using The Flirt, you agree to our Terms of Use and Community Guidelines available at https://asterhills.co/terms

About

Main Character

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Be the Main Character Welcome to a world where your favourite Romantasy universes never end. Live inside the high-stakes, lore-rich stories you love Whether you are craving a slow-burn romance, morally grey villains, or total emotional devastation, your story begins now. Experience Always-On Fantasy Universes Don’t let the magic stop when you turn the final page. Main Character extends the worlds of top fantasy authors into immersive, interactive experiences. * Weekly Episodic Releases: Return every week for fresh chapters, continuous lore, and new adventures. * Alternate Character POVs: Experience key story moments through the eyes of the heroes and villains you adore. * "What If" Story Arcs: Uncover branching paths and explore alternate destinies for iconic characters. * Uncharted Lands & Courts: Venture into hidden regions, mysterious factions, and uncharted corners of the realm. Your Choices. Your Fate. * Lead Your Heroine: Guide her through perilous politics, court rivalries, and dangerous passion. * Branching Paths: Choose every outcome—will you submit to the shadows or force him to kneel? * Real Agency: Use your intuition to navigate the delicate tension of the Fae world. * Unlock Secret Content: Collect pearls to access hidden scenes, deeper bonds, and premium romance paths. Design Your Identity * Full Customization: Upgrade your Main Character with legendary armor, royal gowns, and magical accessories. * Tailored Vibes: Switch between cozy, sweet tales and epic, dark fantasy sagas whenever you choose. * Dynamic Cast: Form deep, lasting connections with complex allies, dangerous enemies, and shadow rulers. End the Reading Slump Forever Never wait years for a book sequel again. Main Character keeps your obsession fueled with constant seasonal events, new character expansions, and endless interactive romance. Claim your story today.

Screenshots

NEXT4 screens
Main Character4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Main Character at every 5 days against NEXT's every 2 weeks. NEXT's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. NEXT sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Main Character sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NEXT ships an update every 2 weeks, Main Character every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
NEXT versus Main Character: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNEXTMain Character
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (140 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews23.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings140 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size95 MB380 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperShenzhen Smarter Mobi Technology Co.LtdNext Story

In-app purchases

8 purchases

NEXT

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription$4.997 Days
  • Annual Subscription$39.991 Year
One-time6
  • Currency: Small Pack$1.99
  • Currency: Small Pack$4.99
  • Currency: Medium Pack$9.99
Show 3 more
  • Currency: Big Pack$22.99
  • Currency: Large Pack$44.99
  • Currency: Extra Large Pack$99.99
6 purchases

Main Character

One-time6
  • 20 Pearls$1.99
  • Starter Offer$1.99
  • 50 Pearls$4.99
Show 3 more
  • 120 Pearls$9.99
  • 260 Pearls$19.99
  • 700 Pearls$49.99

Questions

Is NEXT free?
NEXT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Main Character free?
Main Character is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NEXT or Main Character have ads?
Both NEXT and Main Character show ads.
Which is updated more often, NEXT or Main Character?
NEXT ships an update every 2 weeks, and Main Character every 5 days. Most recently, NEXT was updated on November 3, 2026 and Main Character on October 31, 2026.

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