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Episode vs AMAZE!!!

Episode 4.7★ · Free + IAP 70
Winner Episode
AMAZE!!! 4.7★ · Free to download 45

Episode is better for users seeking narrative-driven gameplay with diverse stories, provided they are willing to navigate or pay for gem-based choices, while AMAZE!!! is a simple, relaxing puzzle game severely hampered by an excessive number of ads.

Full reviews: Episode · AMAZE!!!

Episode offers engaging, story-rich gameplay with character customization and diverse narratives, but many users are frustrated by its aggressive in-app purchases for choices and outfits. AMAZE!!! provides a simple, satisfying puzzle experience, but its enjoyment is consistently undermined by an overwhelming frequency of ads, even for users who paid to remove them.

Head to head

Features and Content edge: EpisodeR1R26R50R41
Episode Episode is praised for its wide variety of stories, engaging plots, character customization, and diverse romantic options, with some users appreciating the community-created content R26R50R41. However, many lament the decline of community stories in favor of gem-heavy 'Episode Original' stories R1. Users also express a desire for more diverse skin tones and LGBTQ+ options R44R19.
AMAZE!!! AMAZE!!! is described as a simple, relaxing, and satisfying puzzle game with many levels and customizable themes . Some users find the levels easy and repetitive, leading to boredom quickly .
Ease of Use and User Experience tieR38R50R2R35
Episode Episode offers an immersive experience, making users feel like they are living in a reality show R38R50. However, the need to code to create stories makes it difficult for beginners to contribute R2. Some users also report issues with the app not working, connection errors, or losing saved data R35R49.
AMAZE!!! AMAZE!!! is generally easy to play and relaxing . However, a significant number of users report issues with constant phone vibration, even after turning off the setting . Some users also note that the game requires internet to play, despite not having online aspects .
Reliability and Performance tieR8R51R35R49
Episode Episode users experience problems with gem surveys not rewarding gems, app crashes, and connection errors R8R51R35R49. There are also reports of creators being unable to log into their stories for extended periods R57.
AMAZE!!! AMAZE!!! is plagued by frequent ads that interrupt gameplay, appearing after almost every level or every 2-3 rounds R61R70R90R97. Some users report a recurring error pop-up every few rounds .
Price/Value and Monetization tieR13R16R19R3
Episode Episode is heavily criticized for being a 'pay-to-play' or 'money-hungry' game R13R16R19. Users report that almost all good choices, outfits, and story progression require expensive gems or passes R3R5R11. Free options are often described as terrible or leading to negative outcomes R13. Earning gems for free is difficult, often involving surveys that don't pay out R11R51.
AMAZE!!! AMAZE!!! is widely criticized for an overwhelming number of ads, appearing after almost every level R61R70R90R97. Many users report that even after paying to remove ads (e.g., $0.99 or $5), the ads persist, leading to frustration and anger R79R85R118R114.
Support and Updates tieR8R51R57R44
Episode Episode users report issues with gem surveys not being honored and creators being unable to access their stories for a year without feedback from developers R8R51R57. There are also calls for more diverse character options and a return to older story styles R44.
AMAZE!!! AMAZE!!! users frequently request that the developers reduce the number of ads . There are also reports of issues with ad removal purchases not working as intended R79R85R118.
Pick Episode if

you enjoy narrative-driven games with character choices, appreciate a wide variety of stories, and are either willing to spend money on in-app purchases for premium options or are patient enough to navigate the free choices R26R50R38.

Pick AMAZE!!! if

you are looking for a simple, relaxing puzzle game to pass the time and are extremely tolerant of frequent, intrusive ads, or are willing to risk paying for ad removal that may not work .

Evidence note: Both apps are free to download with in-app purchases. Episode's negative reviews are heavily skewed towards its aggressive monetization strategy, where essential gameplay choices are locked behind gem paywalls. AMAZE!!!'s negativity is almost entirely due to an overwhelming number of ads, even for users who paid for ad removal, suggesting a significant monetization issue.

Frequently asked

Is Episode truly free to play?
Episode is free to download and start playing, but many users report that enjoying the game, making good choices, or getting desirable outfits requires spending gems, which often need to be purchased with real money R3R5R11R16. Free options are frequently described as leading to negative outcomes or being undesirable R13.
Does AMAZE!!! have too many ads?
Yes, AMAZE!!! is widely criticized for having an excessive number of ads, with users reporting ads appearing after almost every level or every 2-3 rounds, severely disrupting the gameplay experience R61R70R90R97.
Can I remove ads in AMAZE!!! by paying?
While AMAZE!!! offers options to remove ads, some users who paid for this feature (e.g., $0.99 or $5) reported that ads continued to appear, leading to frustration and a feeling of being scammed R79R85R118R114.
Is Episode suitable for younger players?
Some users express concern about Episode's age rating, noting that it can be inappropriate and involves cursing and inappropriate acts throughout the stories R30R36R43R59.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] Episode 1/5 · US VIP PACKAGES ARE TERRIBLE: I hate Episode Original stories. Too much gem choices that actually take away from the storyline. What once was built through the community stories, Episode abandoned them which suck since Community Stories will ALWAYS be better than the Episode Original Stories. I don’t like the face that they got rid of just getting tickets separately and having the VIP package that’s
  2. [R26] Episode 5/5 · US Best game ever: This game could not be any better! It’s got so many stories to chose from, and they have a diverse range to chose from! And, best part, there is no adds!
  3. [R50] Episode 5/5 · US ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️: episode isn’t just a game to me … it’s an experience. the stories, plot twists, characters, and creativity of the authors make it feel like so much more than a role-playing app. Every story pulls me into a different world and gives me a chance to escape reality for a while. As someone who loves reading, episode has become one of my favorite ways to unwind. the authors are incredibly
  4. [R41] Episode 5/5 · US Great game 🏳️‍🌈: I like that you can be anyone and date anyone irl I am bi so this feels great that I can date a girl in a game without it being weird 🏳️‍🌈🩷💜💙
  5. [R38] Episode 5/5 · US This is so amazing!: This game is so amazing! This is similar to love island! It’s like I’m living in a reality show! But when you don’t have gems it’s hard but when you get use to it it gets more good! So I’m telling this is good!
  6. [R2] Episode 4/5 · US Really fun: I love everything about this app, wonderful stories and amazing overall, but question, when you go to make a story how come you have to know to code to make one? Why don’t yall make it to where everyone could make a story if they wanted to without coding at all, I’ve tried to make stories and it’s super duper hard without any coding experience 💔
  7. [R35] Episode 5/5 · US Not working plz read this: This game is really fun but one thing is the gems are way too expensive but the most thing is when I re downloaded it and I was about to play it I tapped into it and it says that the app wasn’t working but it wasn’t my my Wi-Fi cause my Wi-Fi was working great I’ll show you a picture of what was happening please can you fix this this could be a major red flag if it’s no
  8. [R8] Episode 5/5 · US Love this game!! but there is a problem: this game has kept my gems away from me. i did a survey and they didnt give me what i was supposed to get the game is fun but i waited long to get my gems just to not actually get them
  9. [R51] Episode 3/5 · US Needs fixing.: I love this game, but I’ve been having problems with the gem surveys for a while. I complete the survey and instead of giving me the gems, it conveniently crashes or says they’re not giving me the gems because “i’m not their target” even though it allowed me to complete the survey until the end.
  10. [R49] Episode 2/5 · US Isn’t working: I love episode very much, and I love playing it and it’s so fun to play even if it is a little diamond obsessed I’ve found very good story’s over the years. So, when I wanted to play pretty little liar’s of course I went to the episode app. But when I did, it said connection error please try again, and gave me a retry button. And every single time I clicked it it kept saying the sam
  11. [R13] Episode 1/5 · US pay to play: character talk like a b….h if you not pay
  12. [R16] Episode 1/5 · US Yall fell off: Episode, yall become WAY too money hungry. Like, I can’t even enjoy a single episode/story without having to pay for diamonds just for a decent choice. Like, either throw a drink in your best friend’s face for free or pay 29 diamonds to save your reputation. Like WHAT!? What kind of choice is this!? There was a time we can choose our outfits for FREE and now anything decent looking
  13. [R19] Episode 1/5 · US So annoying: It’s not very fun and the only reason I’m playing it is so I can see if there’s more gay or mlm options which there ISNT/not alot). Literally all the options require gems and when you don’t pay you look like a literal BUM. It’s only fun when you can actually buy/use gems. This is probably the most boring game EVER I hate how money hungry it is. Do better it sucks and you know it.
  14. [R3] Episode 3/5 · US The gems: The game can be fun, but only really when you spend gems. I always stop playing because i get tired of not being able to make the stories fun. I wish they could lessen the amount of times you have to use gems, it really does ruin the experience and makes the game feel not worth playing.
  15. [R57] Episode 3/5 · US Please Fix The Bugs: I love episode even though YALL exaggerate with the gems.But there’s a lot of issues idk exactly what it is but there’s creators that can’t log into their stories and they already tried to reach to you guys and this has been going on for A YEAR but still no feedback and we are all desperate please fix those issues we are all tired of waiting please fix that ASAP ty.
  16. [R44] Episode 4/5 · US I love it 🧡: I love playing but The game needs more diverse skin tones and looks.
  17. [R5] Episode 4/5 · US I love this, but not for beginners: This game is great and the story drama makes it really addicting, but I wish there weren’t so many things behind a paywall. For example, if I want to read the next few episodes, I have to have passes, which cost money. Additionally, if you are looking for more love interest in these stories, you have to pay gems. If I could change one thing about this game, it
  18. [R11] Episode 5/5 · US Have to pay for everything just to have a fun story: For clothes , extra scenes and great positive choices you literally have to pay. It’s really sad and draining. Can’t enjoy a good game without using your hard earned money. I wouldn’t even consider playing this game. Every episode will cost you money. It’s even hard to earn this “gems” for free.
  19. [R61] AMAZE!!! 1/5 · US To much adds: There’s to much add I just want to be free I can’t buy the full thing cuz it to much Srry but plz no adds
  20. [R70] AMAZE!!! 1/5 · US Too many ads: Ad every level, it gets annoying
  21. [R90] AMAZE!!! 3/5 · US fix ads: i love this game its one of my favorites its so satisfying but my only issue is the ads. i get an ad after every. single. round. and its annoying tbh and i cant put airplane mode because i cant play without internet if u fix this its gonna be a 10/10 game no doubt
  22. [R97] AMAZE!!! 2/5 · US Ads are annoying: The game itself isn’t bad, there is just an obnoxious amount of ads… they appear about every 2 levels which wouldn’t be too bad if the levels weren’t as quick and easy to complete, it makes the ratio kinda off
  23. [R79] AMAZE!!! 1/5 · US subscription: i paid for no ads and it gave me ads
  24. [R85] AMAZE!!! 1/5 · US Absurd behavior.: They gave me a pop up saying I could remove ads forever. They made me pay 0.99¢ for it. I completed a few levels and then I got an add. Outrages😾😡👿…!!!!!GRRRR. THE ALPHA IS COMING OUT!!!!!! RAHHHHHHHHHH…..!!!!!🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺😤😤🤬🤬😡👿👿👿👿☠️☠️☠️
  25. [R118] AMAZE!!! 1/5 · US Purchase: Spend money on removing ads and still always get then
  26. [R114] AMAZE!!! 3/5 · US PLEASE READ: So this game is really fun and relaxing, but the only thing is there are SO MUCH ADS. After around three levels there is another ad after another. The good thing is you can buy no adds for five dollars but I’m not spending five dollars for a little game to have no ads. Other than that it is really fun so you should buy it if you’re ok by being ragebaited or if you’re ok with paying 5
  27. [R30] Episode 3/5 · US It's fine: It's ok but age rating should be a bit older
  28. [R36] Episode 3/5 · US No: Very inappropriate and coat a bunch of money
  29. [R43] Episode 1/5 · US The worst: Not good for little kids
  30. [R59] Episode 5/5 · US Great game: Episode is a great game. It has many great stories to choose from and a great gameplay. It is very organized and addictive! The only thing about this game is as long as you dont mind inappropriate things then this game is very recommended for you. It involves cursing and inappropriate acts throughout the stories. In conclusion it is a highly recommended game if you doing mind these thi

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store