Comparison

Mathonaut vs Maze Slash

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

Head to head
About

Mathonaut

Embark on a retro 2D platformer adventure where math meets space exploration. Solve equations to navigate treacherous caverns, manage oxygen, and uncover the secrets of a mysterious planet. Choose from unique characters and customize your challenge.

Highlights
  • Retro 2D platformer gameplay
  • Solve deadly equations
  • Space exploration theme
  • 20 challenging levels
  • Hardcore mode
  • Customizable characters and oxygen duration
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A RETRO 2D-PLATFORMER IN WHICH MATH MEETS SPACE Embark on a space adventure as an astronaut exploring the mysterious planet, Planeq. Navigate treacherous caverns filled with deadly equations, where every step could be your last. But don't worry, you're equipped with the latest oxygen tech and a brainpower to match ! Think fast and pick the right numbers to stay alive, because oxygen is scarce and time is running out. With each correct equation, you'll uncover the secrets of this world and bring yourself one step closer to salvation. But beware, one false move could leave you gasping for air. So, will you have the wit and the will to find your way through this strange planet and escape with your life ? FEATURES • 20 LEVELS - 20 challenging levels filled with deadly equations. • RETRO AMBIANCE - Old-school visuals and sound effects. • FUN AND CHALLENGING - Designed to be hard, fast, but fun. • HARDOCRE MODE - For the most daring players. • CUSTOMIZABLE PARTIES - Unique playable characters to choose from and configurable oxygen duration for an extra challenge. LINKS • Website : https://mathonaut.skyost.eu/en/. • Suggestions & bug reports : https://mathonaut.skyost.eu/en/contact/. If you have enjoyed this app, feel free to leave a rating on the App Store page of this application.

About

Maze Slash

Features
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Maze Slash is a tactical swipe puzzle — simple to pick up, hard to master. Each swipe sends your hero dashing in a straight line until a wall stops them, slashing every monster on the path. Solve 50+ handcrafted pixel-art dungeons, find the perfect order of slashes, and beat the boss — all offline, no wifi needed. Order matters. Direction matters. Every move counts. One wasted swipe and the room locks you in. WHAT YOU GET • 50+ handcrafted dungeon puzzles + a multi-HP boss to close Dungeon 1 • One-finger controls — swipe, dash, slash, repeat • Pure puzzle design: no random, no grind, just the right move • Undo button for the brave (and the over-confident) • Crisp pixel art with a CRT-style filter • Portrait, one hand, perfect for a 30-second break or a long session • 100% offline — no wifi, no ads tracking you MECHANICS Switches that open doors. Floor traps that punish lazy swipes. Shielded enemies you only kill from behind. A boss who jumps across the grid. Each level is a clean little brain teaser disguised as an action game. A dungeon crawler for puzzle players, an action game for tacticians. Start swiping.

Screenshots

Mathonaut4 screens
Maze Slash4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Mathonaut at none against Maze Slash's shown. Mathonaut also leads on device support (4 vs 2). Maze Slash's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. Mathonaut sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Maze Slash sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mathonaut ships an update every 3 months, Maze Slash every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Mathonaut versus Maze Slash: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMathonautMaze Slash
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB258 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperHugo DelaunayLecoutre Ayrton

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Mathonaut

One-time1
  • Unlock new characters and more$0.99
1 purchases

Maze Slash

One-time1
  • No ads$0.99

Questions

Is Mathonaut free?
Mathonaut is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Maze Slash free?
Maze Slash is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Mathonaut or Maze Slash have ads?
Maze Slash shows ads; Mathonaut does not.
Which is updated more often, Mathonaut or Maze Slash?
Mathonaut ships an update every 3 months, and Maze Slash every 9 days. Most recently, Mathonaut was updated on November 3, 2026 and Maze Slash on October 31, 2026.

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