LINKODE vs SQL Mysteries
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LINKODE
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[About This App] Forget complex typing. Just connect the lines! LINKODE is a fresh, casual puzzle game where "Linking" meets "Coding." Experience the satisfaction of logic flowing through your fingertips. Simply connect nodes to solve puzzles and watch your logic come to life. [Key Features] Casual & Intuitive Gameplay No coding knowledge? No problem! Just drag and drop nodes, then connect them with lines. It’s as simple as drawing. Clear the stages with your own creative solutions. Satisfying Visual Feedback Don’t just imagine the result—see it! Watch the data flow along the lines you connected. The animated execution process makes finding errors fun and satisfying, not stressful. Brain-Teasing Logic Puzzles From simple connections to complex brain teasers! Enjoy a variety of puzzle mechanics including calculations, logic gates, loops, and data structures. It starts easy, but you'll naturally pick up algorithmic thinking as you play through the levels. Your Own Playground Want to experiment? Jump into Playground mode. Use the nodes you've mastered to create your own logic diagrams freely. There are no limits to what you can connect. Relax your brain and sharpen your logic with LINKODE. Download now and start connecting!
SQL Mysteries
Solve detective cases by writing real SQL queries to uncover clues hidden within databases. This game offers an interactive way to learn SQL concepts through engaging mystery scenarios, providing instant feedback on your progress.
- Learn SQL through mystery cases
- Practice SELECT, WHERE, JOINs, and more
- Instant query feedback
- Build an evidence board
- Track progress with detective dossier
- Unlock full case library
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SQL Mysteries: Cold Query is a detective game where every clue is hiding in a database. You play as the newest intern in Meridian Falls PD’s basement archive, solving cold cases by writing real SQL queries. Question witness lists, filter evidence logs, sort timelines, join records, and follow the data until the paperwork gives up the truth. No dry lessons. No flashcards. Just suspicious librarians, missing files, crooked alibis, and one very tired detective dummy named Archie. Features: • Learn SQL by solving playable mystery cases • Practice SELECT, WHERE, ORDER BY, LIMIT, joins, grouping, aggregates, NULLs, and subqueries • Get instant feedback when your query catches the right clue • Build an evidence board as each case unfolds • Track XP, streaks, and skill progress in your detective dossier • Play the opening cases free, then unlock the full case library with the Season Pass If you’ve ever wanted to learn SQL without feeling like you’re trapped in a spreadsheet basement, welcome to the basement.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: LINKODE at weekly against SQL Mysteries's every 6 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. LINKODE sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and SQL Mysteries sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
LINKODE ships an update weekly, SQL Mysteries every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LINKODE | SQL Mysteries |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.7 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Jaehyun Park | Andrew Mikhael |
In-app purchases
LINKODE
- Upgrade to Pro$4.99
SQL Mysteries
- Season Pass$5.99









