Comparison

Artifact vs Noir Cases

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

Head to head
About

Artifact

Assemble fragmented ancient artworks in this unique 3D puzzle game. Explore and reconstruct relics from various cultures with intuitive controls and stunning visuals. Adjust difficulty and enjoy a relaxing, mentally stimulating experience.

Highlights
  • Assemble broken 3D artifacts
  • Puzzles inspired by real masterpieces
  • Explore relics from different cultures
  • Intuitive touch controls
  • Adjustable difficulty levels
  • Stunning 3D graphics and audio
Features
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Artifact is a unique 3D puzzle game where you assemble broken artworks from fragments. Dive into solving puzzles inspired by real masterpieces, meticulously modeled artifacts from various countries and cultures. Explore and assemble relics of the past, including Greek amphorae, Chinese vases, and Egyptian statues. You can even shatter them apart and start anew. Adjust the difficulty level to your preference. Artifact features stunning 3D graphics and audio that immerse you in the atmosphere of each culture. The game’s intuitive mechanics make it accessible for players of all ages. So relax, have fun, and sharpen your mind while uncovering historical treasures! How to play: - Move pieces by touching them - Rotate the puzzle by interacting with the base or background - Zoom in or out using a two-finger pinch - Shatter objects with a double-tap - Adjust the viewing angle by tilting your device Features: - 64 unique puzzles across 8 different themes - Original game idea with unique mechanics - Simple, intuitive controls - Gorgeous graphics and animations - Hard and easy modes - No annoying ads — just pure puzzle-solving fun!

About

Noir Cases

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A detective story you don’t just read, you play as the detective. If you always try to solve the murder before the final chapter, Noir Cases puts the case file in your hands. Enter atmospheric mysteries, study the people involved, examine the evidence, and decide what really happened. EVERYONE HAS A STORY Meet victims and suspects whose relationships, motives, and secrets shape each investigation. Compare their accounts and look for the detail that does not belong. FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE Explore illustrated crime scenes, inspect evidence, reconstruct timelines, and uncover new information as the case develops. The truth is hidden in what people say (and what they leave unsaid). BUILD YOUR THEORY Discuss clues and test your reasoning with your AI investigation partner. Ask about suspects, evidence, and contradictions as you work toward an explanation that accounts for the whole case. ENTER A WORLD OF NOIR MYSTERY Immerse yourself in a dark, carefully crafted case-file experience designed for readers who love detective fiction, crime novels, and solving the mystery before the answer is revealed. Read closely. Question every story. Find the truth.

Screenshots

Artifact4 screens
Noir Cases4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Noir Cases at every 8 days against Artifact's every 5 months. Artifact's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Artifact sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Noir Cases sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Artifact ships an update every 5 months, Noir Cases every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Artifact versus Noir Cases: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArtifactNoir Cases
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (15 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings15 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size596 MB77 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMikhail BakunovichVLK

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Artifact

One-time1
  • Unlock$4.99
1 purchases

Noir Cases

One-time1
  • The Littoral Murders$3.99

Questions

Is Artifact free?
Artifact is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Noir Cases free?
Noir Cases is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Artifact or Noir Cases have ads?
Neither Artifact nor Noir Cases shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Artifact or Noir Cases?
Artifact ships an update every 5 months, and Noir Cases every 8 days. Most recently, Artifact was updated on November 3, 2026 and Noir Cases on October 31, 2026.

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