RU Maps vs Game Maps IRL
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RU Maps
Discover buildings and points of interest with this interactive map application. Navigate campus locations efficiently and find specific points of interest.
- Interactive campus map
- Locate buildings
- Find points of interest
- Navigation assistance
Read full descriptionHide full description
An Interactive Map for finding locations of Buildings and other Points of Interest at RU.
Game Maps IRL
Transform everyday navigation into an adventure by viewing your location through the styles of iconic game maps. Get directions with a fresh, engaging perspective. Some features require in-app purchases.
- Stylized maps inspired by game designs
- Turn-by-turn navigation
- Apple CarPlay support
- Save home location
- Personalized navigation experience
Read full descriptionHide full description
Game Maps IRL: Experience the World Through Iconic Game Maps Transform your everyday navigation into a thrilling adventure with Game Maps IRL. This innovative app lets you view your current location reimagined in the distinctive styles of classic game maps. While we draw inspiration from these beloved titles, please note that Game Maps IRL is completely unofficial and not affiliated with any of the mentioned games. Features: - Stylized Maps: See your location reinterpreted in the style of your favorite game maps. - Apple CarPlay: Best turn-by-turn navigation experience available on CarPlay. - Iconic Inspirations: Choose from map designs inspired by favorite games. - Navigation Made Fun: Get directions to your desired destinations. - Personalized Experience: Save your home location for quick and easy access. Whether you're exploring a new city or navigating your daily route, Game Maps IRL offers a fresh and engaging perspective on mapping technology. Step into a world where the digital meets the real, and experience navigation like never before. Disclaimer: Game Maps IRL is an entirely independent and unofficial application. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in any way associated with the developers or publishers of any game titles. The map styles featured in this app are solely inspired by these popular games to offer a unique, artistic view of your surroundings. Some features requires in-app purchases. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Terms of Use — https://retryapps.co/game-maps-irl/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy — https://retryapps.co/game-maps-irl/privacy-policy
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: RU Maps at 100% against Game Maps IRL's 19%. RU Maps also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 7) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.1). Game Maps IRL's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 2.0) and ratings volume (30K vs 4). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Game Maps IRL sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. RU Maps asks for nothing beyond the download.
Game Maps IRL holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Game Maps IRL has 30K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of RU Maps's written reviews are positive against 19% of Game Maps IRL's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
RU Maps ships an update every 3 months, Game Maps IRL every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RU Maps | Game Maps IRL |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.0 (4 ratings) | 4.6 (30K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 19.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 30K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | #9 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 140 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Smart's Apps LLC | Retry Apps Yazılım Limited Şirketi |
Customer experience
RU Maps
Game Maps IRL
Bugs and requests
RU Maps
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Game Maps IRL
Reported bugs
2 issues- Excessive ads (6 ads before doing anything)
- Doesn't provide navigation/directions
Requested features
3 requests- Make RDR2 map free
- Add ability to search for addresses
- Sync with other apps to check location
In-app purchases
RU Maps
No in-app purchases
Game Maps IRL
- Game Maps IRL - Weekly Premium$7.997 Days
- Game Maps IRL: Monthly Premium$9.991 Month
- Game Maps IRL - Monthly Offer$14.991 Month
Show 2 moreShow fewer
- Game Maps IRL - Yearly Premium$29.991 Year
- Game Maps IRL - Yearly Offer$39.991 Year
- Unlock All Maps Offer$29.99
- Unlock All Maps$49.90
