Comparison

Memory Map vs Shadow Cast

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

Head to head
About

Memory Map

Sharpen your focus and short-term memory with this minimalist puzzle game. Observe and replicate sequences of colored squares on a grid. Adjust complexity to suit your desired challenge level, from relaxed sessions to rigorous cognitive tests.

Highlights
  • Pattern replication gameplay
  • Adjustable complexity
  • In-depth progress tracking
  • Custom challenge control
  • Efficiency timer
  • Minimalist design
  • Dual-theme options
Features
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Memory Map is a sleek, minimalist puzzle game designed to sharpen your focus and short-term memory through pattern replication. You are in control of the challenge. Whether you want a relaxed session to unwind or a rigorous cognitive test, you can adjust the complexity instantly to create the perfect experience. HOW TO PLAY PREVIEW: Observe the display as the game reveals a sequence of colored squares on the grid. RECALL: The pattern disappears, leaving you with a blank slate. BUILD: Tap the grid to accurately recreate the exact sequence of blocks you just saw! The challenge increases as the total block count grows with each successful round. KEY FEATURES: IN-DEPTH PROGRESS TRACKING Monitor your cognitive growth with comprehensive stats. Track your total puzzles solved, rounds completed, and other key metrics to measure your mastery over time. CUSTOM CHALLENGE CONTROL Personalize your difficulty! Increase the stakes by adding up to 3 distinct colors to the puzzle, turning it into a complex memory exercise or keeping it casual. TRACK YOUR EFFICIENCY A gentle up-counting timer tracks how long it takes you to solve each puzzle, allowing you to monitor your improvement and speed without the stress of a countdown clock. CLEAN AESTHETIC Enjoy a visually minimalist design featuring a signature purple-toned user interface and vibrant square pieces. DUAL-THEME GAMEPLAY Select between Dark Theme for high-contrast or Light Theme for a clean, high-visibility look. Ready to test your memory and track your progress? Download Memory Map today and start mapping the patterns!

About

Shadow Cast

Features
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Unlock the Ultimate 3D Illusion! Rotate chaotic 3D fragments. Match the perfect shadow. Beat the clock. Shadow Cast is a visually stunning, mind-bending puzzle game that pushes your spatial imagination to the limit. Swipe to spin shattered geometric shapes until their shadow flawlessly aligns with the hidden silhouette on the wall. It sounds simple... but your eyes will deceive you. Key Features: 49 Mind-Bending Levels: Master complex, asymmetric shapes designed to trick your brain. Silky Smooth Controls: Effortless one-finger rotation with a deeply satisfying neon "snap" when you find the perfect angle. Race the Clock: Feel the adrenaline. Can you find the true perspective before time runs out? Game Center Integration: Compete with puzzle masters worldwide! Global Leaderboards: Prove your skills on 3 distinct ladders: • Master of Shadow (Highest Level Reached) • Perfect Streaks (Most consecutive flawless clears) • Total Speedster (Fastest total clear time for the ultimate hardcore players) Achievements: Unlock exclusive titles like "Darkness Explorer" and the legendary 100-point "Shadow God" by collecting all 147 stars. Are you sharp enough to find the hidden achievement? Are you ready to see through the illusion? Download Shadow Cast now and put your brain to the test!

Screenshots

Memory Map4 screens
Shadow Cast4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Shadow Cast at none against Memory Map's shown. Memory Map's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.2). On price, in-app purchases 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. Memory Map sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Shadow Cast sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Memory Map versus Shadow Cast: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMemory MapShadow Cast
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAron SchatzGuangzhou Feynman Information Technology Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Memory Map

One-time1
  • Premium Edition$1.99
6 purchases

Shadow Cast

One-time6
  • 1 Minute Time Extension$0.99
  • 1 Hint$0.99
  • Master Ticket Discount$0.99
Show 3 more
  • 5 Hints Pack$3.99
  • 5 Minutes Time Extension$3.99
  • Master Levels Ticket$9.99

Questions

Is Memory Map free?
Memory Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Shadow Cast free?
Shadow Cast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Memory Map or Shadow Cast have ads?
Memory Map shows ads; Shadow Cast does not.

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