Comparison

Link & Arrow vs MarkBlow

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

Head to head
About

Link & Arrow

Connect numbered nodes in sequence by drawing a continuous path through a grid. Navigate empty cells, backtrack to correct mistakes, and aim for perfect scores. Unlock achievements and customize your experience.

Highlights
  • Connect numbered nodes in sequence
  • Draw continuous paths
  • Smart path planning
  • Backtracking system
  • Achievement system
  • Customizable colors
  • Score tracking
Features
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Link & Arrow is an engaging puzzle game that challenges you to connect numbers in sequence by drawing a continuous path through a grid. Gameplay: Connect numbered nodes in the correct order by drawing a line through the grid. Your path must be continuous, following cardinal directions (up, down, left, right) only. Once you've connected all numbers in sequence, they'll be eliminated and you'll advance to the next level. Key Features: 24 Challenging Levels - Progressively difficult puzzles that test your strategic thinking Smart Path Planning - Navigate through empty cells to reach target numbers Backtracking System - Draw back through your path to undo mistakes and find the optimal route Achievement System - Unlock rewards as you complete challenges Star Ratings - Earn up to 3 stars based on your performance, aiming for perfect zero-error runs Customizable Colors - Choose from multiple color schemes for your drawing paths Score Tracking - Track your best scores and completion times for each level Challenge Yourself: Master the art of pathfinding as you navigate increasingly complex grids. Each level requires careful planning and precise execution to achieve the perfect score. Can you complete all 25 levels with three stars? Download Link & Arrow today and test your puzzle-solving skills!

About

MarkBlow

A card-based deduction game where players guess a hidden code composed of numbers and suits. Utilize an analysis board and track your progress with skill metrics. Enjoy offline play with CPU duels or local multiplayer.

Highlights
  • Two-axis deduction (numbers + suits)
  • Analysis board for notes
  • Level-based difficulty
  • Skill metrics (Reasoning IQ, Brain Age)
  • CPU duels and local 2-player mode
  • Hacker-terminal aesthetic
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Right number. Wrong position. What will you try next? Use Hit and Blow clues to crack a hidden sequence of cards. MarkBlow is a deduction puzzle about numbers and playing-card suits. Start with number-only challenges, then take on suits as the difficulty grows. Review your guesses and mark eliminated or confirmed candidates on the deduction board. PLAY YOUR WAY - Campaign: work through increasingly challenging codes. - Daily Cipher: solve today's puzzle and build your streak. - Versus: challenge the CPU or share one device for local pass-and-play. - Practice: learn with hints and unlimited guesses. EXPLORE FOUR MORE MODES - FIREWALL RUN: crack consecutive codes against the clock. - PROBE WAR: spend a limited budget of in-game points on clues before making your deduction. - PATH TRACE: reconstruct a hidden route from the clues. - VAULT: stake in-game XP and decide whether to continue or bank your reward. BUILD YOUR COLLECTION Earn XP, climb ranks, unlock achievements and pursue mastery in each mode. Collect card skins to change your look. Some skins are exclusive to Pro. MAKE IT COMFORTABLE Play in English or Japanese, reduce motion, and back up or restore your progress. No account is required. Progress is stored on your device. FREE PLAY AND OPTIONAL PRO The game is free to play. Ads appear when you choose to watch them. A one-time Pro purchase removes ads, unlocks Pro skins and provides daily XP without watching an ad. Purchase restoration is supported. For users aged 18 and over.

Screenshots

Link & Arrow4 screens
MarkBlow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MarkBlow at 100% against Link & Arrow's 59%. Link & Arrow's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Link & Arrow ships an update every 9 days, MarkBlow every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Link & Arrow versus MarkBlow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLink & ArrowMarkBlow
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.9K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews59.1% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.9K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size118 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer百凯 马ME,LIMITED LIABILIRY COMPANY

Customer experience

Link & Arrow

All ratings1,445 ratings
Positive89.6%
Neutral1.7%
Negative8.7%
Written reviews492 reviews
Positive59.1%
Neutral3.7%
Negative37.2%

MarkBlow

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Link & Arrow

No in-app purchases

None

MarkBlow

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Link & Arrow free?
Link & Arrow is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MarkBlow free?
MarkBlow is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Link & Arrow or MarkBlow have ads?
Both Link & Arrow and MarkBlow show ads.
Which is updated more often, Link & Arrow or MarkBlow?
Link & Arrow ships an update every 9 days, and MarkBlow every 3 months. Most recently, Link & Arrow was updated on October 28, 2026 and MarkBlow on October 6, 2026.

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