Comparison

Makis Adventure Lite vs Marius

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

Head to head
About

Makis Adventure Lite

Embark on a charming 2D platforming adventure where you transform into a shark underwater. Explore a vast game world, battle enemies, and discover hidden treasures across dungeons and islands. Enjoy nostalgic pixel art graphics and various gameplay mechanics.

Highlights
  • Momentum-based shark gameplay
  • Platforming on ground
  • Variety of minigames
  • Enemies and boss fights
  • 4 difficulty settings
  • Nostalgic pixelart graphics
Features
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"Makis Adventure is easily one of the most charming games I've ever played, on top of being a more than competent 2D platformer. I can say with confidence, that it is quite possibly the most genuine and fun game I have had the privilege of reviewing." - Megavisions "Wonderful" - Forbes "5/5 - MegaVisions Nominee - German Videogame Award 2022 About the Lite-Version: The free-to-play Lite Version of Makis Adventure offers the first of four dungeon-islands and should give you a good taste of the full game. Dive in and become a Shark! When Maki enters the water, he transforms into a Shark. Switch between action-packed Platforming on ground and momentum-based Shark-Gameplay underwater! A big game world to explore! Explore a big Dungeon, meet friendly characters and defeat a variety of enemies. Brave explorers will be rewarded with hidden treasures and locations. Whether fighter or explorer, everyone will find their style of play!When Maki enters water, he transforms into a Game Features: - Momentum Based Shark-Gameplay - A variety of minigames to play such as Darts, Fishing and more - Enemies, minibosses and Boss-Enemies to fight - 4 Difficulty-Settings for the ultimate Challenge - Nostalgic Pixelart graphics Contact: zorodev18@gmail.com

About

Marius

Features
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Marius is a classic 2D arcade platformer made for fans of retro jump and run games, side-scrolling adventures, coin collecting, obstacle dodging, and fast casual gameplay. Run through colorful platform levels, time every jump, avoid dangerous traps, collect coins, and push your reflexes as each stage tests your skill. Marius combines simple controls with challenging arcade action, making it easy to play for a few minutes and satisfying to keep replaying. Game features: • Retro 2D platformer action inspired by classic arcade games • Run, jump, dodge, and explore side-scrolling levels • Collect coins while avoiding obstacles, traps, and hazards • Smooth controls designed for quick casual play • Skill-based gameplay for players who enjoy timing and precision • Colorful worlds, fun characters, and classic platform game style • Great for fans of runner games, adventure games, and old-school arcade challenges • Play short sessions anytime and try to improve your performance • Simple to learn, with enough challenge to keep you coming back If you enjoy retro platform games, arcade runners, casual adventure games, coin collecting, jumping challenges, and classic 2D side-scrollers, Marius is ready for you. Download Marius today and start your arcade platform adventure.

Screenshots

Makis Adventure Lite4 screens
Marius3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Makis Adventure Lite at none against Marius's 8. Makis Adventure Lite also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.6). On price 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. Marius sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Makis Adventure Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Makis Adventure Lite versus Marius: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMakis Adventure LiteMarius
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequency—Every 2 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size572 MB6 MB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperMateo CovicKyle Adamson

In-app purchases

None

Makis Adventure Lite

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

Marius

One-time8
  • 100 Coins$0.49
  • 20 Crystals$0.49
  • 300 Coins$0.99
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  • 100 Crystals$0.99
  • 500 Coins$1.99
  • 200 Crystals$1.99
  • 1000 Coins$2.99
  • 400 Crystals$2.99

Questions

Is Makis Adventure Lite free?
Makis Adventure Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Marius free?
Marius is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Makis Adventure Lite or Marius have ads?
Marius shows ads; Makis Adventure Lite does not.

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