Comparison

Secrets by Episode NETFLIX vs Lore

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

Head to head
About

Secrets by Episode NETFLIX

Experience interactive romance stories where your choices dictate the narrative. Explore sweet and spicy tales tailored for mature audiences, with customizable characters and multiple endings. A Netflix membership is required to play.

Highlights
  • Interactive romance stories
  • Choice-driven narratives
  • Customizable characters
  • Multiple endings
  • Mature themes
  • Ad-free experience
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NETFLIX MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED. Explore a world of sweet and spicy romance. You're the main character in these interactive stories, and your choices shape how each chapter unfolds. Dive into a curated, ad-free collection of swoon-worthy romantic stories — tailored to mature audiences — from the creators of "Episode," a choice-driven storytelling game and platform with millions of players around the world. Netflix members can enjoy brand-new exclusive stories alongside extra-steamy retellings of "Episode" favorites. Star in your own romantic drama as you step into the shoes of compelling new characters: a high school grad exploring Europe with a surprisingly sexy chaperone ("Wherever We Go"); a dog lover fighting to save a shelter while resisting an inconvenient crush ("Don't You Dare"); a young dancer falling for a boxer who faces dangerous rivals ("The Knockout") — and many more. YOUR CHOICES, YOUR STORY The decisions you make, from what you say to who you date, influence how each story plays out. Have a change of heart? Replay stories with new choices to unlock unique interactions and alternate endings. SERVED EXTRA SPICY Anyone can appreciate a great love story — but these interactive romances are designed for players age 17 and up, who are comfortable with plenty of sexy and steamy moments. BE WHOEVER YOU DREAM OF Customize both your character and your love interest for each story, from gender and body type to facial features and hairstyle. You can also choose new outfits for key story moments. FREE TO CHOOSE Immerse yourself in every story, with no interruptions from in-game ads. Balanced choice options give you the freedom to experience the story that's right for you. - Created by Episode Interactive.

About

Lore

Immerse yourself in character-driven interactive stories across romance, mystery, and fantasy genres. Make meaningful choices that shape relationships and influence the unfolding narrative. Explore a growing library of premium tales with new chapters released weekly.

Highlights
  • Character-driven interactive stories
  • Meaningful choices and consequences
  • Romance, mystery, fantasy, and drama genres
  • Dynamic character relationships
  • New chapters released weekly
  • Premium stories with all-access subscription
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Lore: Interactive Stories is an interactive fiction app that places you at the center of immersive, character-driven stories. Explore romance, mystery, fantasy, and drama through interactive scenes, meaningful choices, and conversations with characters who have their own goals, secrets, and perspectives. They don't just react to your choices - they reach out, build relationships, and help shape how each story unfolds. Lore's writers previously wrote for Netflix Stories and Episode, where they created the top stories on each platform. We launched with four premium stories and have just added a sixth. THE FATE GAME - A reality dating show where tarot cards shape every decision, and every connection comes with consequences. CLUB HOLLYWOOD - Navigate ambition, relationships, and scandal as you rise through the world of fame and entertainment. MY COLLEGE FANTASY - As the only human at a magic college, your choices could change friendships, rivalries, and the future of two worlds. OUTBREAK ESCAPE - A camping trip turns into a fight for survival when a zombie outbreak changes everything. PLAYING PRINCESS - Step into royal life for three weeks, win over the prince, outsmart court intrigue, and protect a secret that could change everything. MY ITALIAN INTERNSHIP - Chase your dream job in Rome while rivalry, ambition, and unexpected relationships complicate every step. New chapters launch every week, with more stories coming soon. Lore has no ads and no premium choices. The first two chapters of every story are free to play, and an all-access subscription unlocks every chapter across all stories. Privacy Policy: https://getlore.com/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://getlore.com/tos

Screenshots

Secrets by Episode NETFLIX4 screens
Lore4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Secrets by Episode NETFLIX at 8.3K against Lore's 1.4K. On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. Secrets by Episode NETFLIX sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per month and Lore sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Secrets by Episode NETFLIX against 4.8 for Lore. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Secrets by Episode NETFLIX has 8.3K ratings behind it against 1.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 70% of Secrets by Episode NETFLIX's written reviews are positive against 68% of Lore's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Secrets by Episode NETFLIX ships an update every 2 weeks, Lore fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Secrets by Episode NETFLIX versus Lore: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSecrets by Episode NETFLIXLore
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (8.3K ratings) — better4.8 (1.4K ratings)
Positive reviews70.2% of reviews — better68.4% of reviews
Number of ratings8.3K — better1.4K
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size341 MB89 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperNetflix, Inc.Sunbird Studio Inc.

Customer experience

Secrets by Episode NETFLIX

All ratings8,226 ratings
Positive95.9%
Neutral2.7%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews725 reviews
Positive70.2%
Neutral14.1%
Negative15.7%

Lore

All ratings1,434 ratings
Positive94.6%
Neutral2.1%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews171 reviews
Positive68.4%
Neutral12.3%
Negative19.3%

Bugs and requests

Secrets by Episode NETFLIX

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Glitches that force unintended choices
  • Compatibility issues on older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • More diverse story genres beyond romance
  • Ability to replay specific chapters
  • Improved graphics and animations
  • Community-created stories

Lore

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Secrets by Episode NETFLIX

Subscriptions1
  • Netflix Standard Plan$19.991 Month
14 purchases

Lore

Subscriptions11
  • Story Pass Weekly$6.997 Days
  • Story Pass Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Story Pass Weekly7 Days trial$6.997 Days
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  • Story Pass Premier3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Story Pass Premier3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Story Pass - Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Story Pass Monthly3 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Story Pass+$19.991 Month
  • Season Pass Trial3 Days trial$29.993 Months
  • Story Pass - Annual$99.991 Year
  • Story Pass - Annual3 Days trial$99.991 Year
One-time3
  • 2 Additional Story Paths$4.99
  • 1000 Messages$5.99
  • 2000 Messages$9.99

Questions

Is Secrets by Episode NETFLIX free?
Secrets by Episode NETFLIX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lore free?
Lore is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Secrets by Episode NETFLIX or Lore?
Secrets by Episode NETFLIX is rated higher. Secrets by Episode NETFLIX averages 4.8 out of 5 from 8.3K ratings, while Lore averages 4.8 from 1.4K ratings.
Do Secrets by Episode NETFLIX or Lore have ads?
Neither Secrets by Episode NETFLIX nor Lore shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Secrets by Episode NETFLIX or Lore?
Secrets by Episode NETFLIX ships an update every 2 weeks, and Lore fortnightly. Most recently, Secrets by Episode NETFLIX was updated on November 1, 2026 and Lore on October 30, 2026.

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