DropShadow vs Shadow Path
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
DropShadow
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DropShadow is a maze chase about control under pressure. You guide a living drop through rooms that move, open and close around you. A Shadow follows. Every movement spends mass, so every turn matters. Collect mass, read the hazards, use portals, currents, switches and safe chambers, then find the exit. Between runs, open the DropLab to shape your drop with more mass, lower drain and abilities like Dash, Shield and Phase. The rooms are short, but they ask for focus. Retry fast, learn clean routes, chase better times, and return each day for new runs, goals and rankings. Move fast. Stay calm. Reach the exit before the Shadow does.
Shadow Path
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Memorize the maze. Escape in the dark. Shadow Path: Memory Maze is a challenging memory puzzle where every second counts. Study the maze while the lights are on, memorize the correct path, then navigate through the darkness and reach the exit before time runs out. HOW TO PLAY โข Memorize the maze before the lights go out โข Navigate using only your memory โข Reach the exit before time runs out โข Complete levels and earn stars โข Use hints when you get stuck โข Improve your times and climb the rankings 120 CHALLENGING LEVELS Explore 120 handcrafted maze levels that become increasingly difficult. Each level challenges your memory, focus, and navigation skills. UNLOCK UNIQUE CHARACTERS Collect diamonds and unlock different characters. Choose your favorite hero and make your journey through the darkness your own. COMPETE FOR THE BEST TIMES Complete levels as quickly as possible, collect stars, and compare your performance with players around the world. NEED HELP? Use Map, Light, and Hint abilities when a maze becomes too challenging. FEATURES โข 120 handcrafted maze levels โข Memory-based puzzle gameplay โข Increasing difficulty โข Unique unlockable characters โข Stars and global rankings โข Map, Light, and Hint abilities โข Clean neon visual style โข Quick sessions perfect for mobile Can you memorize the path before the darkness takes over? Download Shadow Path: Memory Maze and test your memory.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DropShadow at none against Shadow Path's 5. DropShadow also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Shadow Path sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. DropShadow asks for nothing beyond the download.
DropShadow ships an update every 9 days, Shadow Path every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DropShadow | Shadow Path |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days โ better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No โ better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No โ better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 63 MB | 61 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ALESSANDRO NOBILE | Gokberk KARSLIOGLU |
In-app purchases
DropShadow
No in-app purchases
Shadow Path
- Remove Ads$2.991 Month
- Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
- 50 Diamonds$0.99
- 150 Diamonds$2.99
- 400 Diamonds$6.99









