Cruise Tycoon Reviews: Is It Legit?

Customer Experience

Positive experience4.4% of reviews
Neutral1.5% of reviews
Negative experience94.1% of reviews

~ Based on 135 written reviews from the US App Store.

What users say about Cruise Tycoon

Is Cruise Tycoon Safe?

Cruise Tycoon: Simulator appears mostly safe based on user ratings. AppsHunter Safety Score for Cruise Tycoon is 83/100.

This assessment is based on 949 user ratings, with an App Store average of 4.1/5.

Safety Analysis

77.4% of ratings point to a safe experience
4.5% of ratings suggest some concerns
18.1% of ratings point to a risky experience

~ Based on 947 App Store ratings for Cruise Tycoon.

Is Cruise Tycoon Legit?

Cruise Tycoon: Simulator appears to be a legitimate app. AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Cruise Tycoon is 90/100.

Based on 90 of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

Top reviews

Horrível

O jogo vai até uma parte que vc não tem dinheiro mais para seguir, daí, vc tem que comprar e nem dá a opção de vc assistir vídeos pra consegui mais dinheiro do jogo.

Response from developer

Lnovaess, compreendemos que a falta de recursos pode tornar o jogo desafiador. Recentemente, lançamos um novo capítulo com um equilíbrio diferente e mais opções. Se você ficar sem dinheiro, sugerimos explorar outros caminhos dentro do jogo. Agradecemos seu feedback e esperamos que você continue se divertindo!

Gotta pay to keep playing

Free to download… but not free for long…. Get about 10 mins of play, till you have a 40 minute wait. That you can watch a couple vids to shorten. Or pay to shorten. Then I got another 10 mins, until the story used my money and requires you to buy fake money to keep going… or start the story over for free… what a waste. These are so Annoying! Stop making games this way.
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Response from developer

# 1 Hone$t Reviewer, thank you for sharing your thoughts. We understand how frustrating it can be to feel limited in gameplay. Ads and timers can be disabled through an in-app purchase, and we’ve recently released a new chapter with a different balance and options. If you run out of money, consider exploring different in-game paths. We hope you find more enjoyment in the game!

Pay to play

I thought I was gonna enjoy this game but the charges in order to play is crazy there isn’t any enjoyment. One person comes up on the screen gives you a list of options you pay for one of those options and then there comes a sticking point where you can’t pay with what you’ve accrued because it really wants your real life money I got as far as the acting pirate before I realised that there’s absolutely no way I’m spending money on a game that I haven’t even decided whether I like it or not it’s bad enough that there is way too many adverts that take too long that can almost make you forget what you were doing in the first place. That’s how long the adverts are. This game is a hard note for me
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Response from developer

Hi Scrumilicious, I understand your concerns about the costs and ads. You can disable ads with an in-app purchase, which might enhance your experience. Also, we’ve just released a new chapter with different balance options. If you find yourself running low on in-game currency, trying other paths may help! We appreciate your feedback and hope you give it another shot.

Timers and paid subscription

After only playing the game for 15 mins or so, an ad appeared that said there was a 45 minute timer before I could play the game again. They wanted me to pay a subscription of like $8/week. I deleted the game.

Absolutely boring

No content. Just picture and some stupid text.

Response from developer

Smountain, thank you for your feedback! We’re sorry to hear the game didn't meet your expectations. We aim to provide engaging experiences, and your thoughts on the content are important to us. If you have specific suggestions, please share them through the in-app support option. We appreciate you taking the time to share your insights!

Loaded with ads

Don’t waste your time

Money money money

Not even 5 minutes into making decisions in the game, I got placed in a 45 minute timer countdown situation to either pay to keep playing with no ads/ no timers or just wait it out. I’ve neverrrr deleted a game so damn fast😭 cause how you already want money and I ain’t even get to experience what it’s like to even play the game yet? Boooo DO NOT download this…
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What a joke.

It’s free for the first 15 minutes then it’s watch ad after ad or pay to go ad free. What an absolute joke. Deleting app right
now.

Updating now the developer wants to chime in. Again you post that the app is “FREE” and the only way past the ads or force to pay is to pay. Your math is not mathing.
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Yo, cool

You’re good

Zero improvement-stay away

Dev response three years ago:
“Thanks for the detailed feedback! It's great to hear that the game starts off well, but we understand your concerns about the progression and monetization mechanics. We'll definitely consider your suggestions about earning in-game currency and the payment mechanics for employees and spaces. Balancing ads, gameplay, and optional purchases is a continuous process, and insights like yours are invaluable. We're here to create a fun game, not to frustrate players into spending. Thanks for helping us improve!”


Does not seem like the developer is interested in the feedback that users are giving. Ads after every decision. Tried 3 different ships and the cost are the same. Pirates that you always have to pay!? Really !? This is truly a cash grabbing scheme and the devs should really be ashamed. I laughed at the “We're here to create a fun game, not to frustrate players into spending” line.

Even the most recent developer responds is a carbon copy to others.
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Response from developer

Jamesccol, I can see why you’re feeling frustrated with the game's mechanics, especially with the ads and costs. Ads can be disabled via an in-app purchase, which might help enhance your experience. We’ve also released a new chapter with different balance options, so I recommend exploring new paths if you're running low on in-game currency. Your feedback is invaluable, and we’re committed to making improvements. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

Sigh of relief

Animations are nice the graphic quality is favorable and the choice engine is great.

Cruise

Put Life on ‘CRUISE’ while joining new, lasting friends on the “VOYAGE-OF-ECSTASY”!!!

Diamond purchase

I bought 40 for $9.99 but it never gave me my diamonds. I exited the app. And went back in and nothing. I want the diamonds or my money back in full please. Thank you

Ads ads and more ads

Constant forced adds every 5 mins. Didn’t even make it past the point where it asks you to choose a ship before getting the first ad. Would avoid unless your happy sitting through 30second - 60 ads ever 5 mins.

Response from developer

Hi Spiderdan100, we understand that the frequent ads can disrupt your experience, especially at the beginning. You can disable ads through an in-app purchase for a smoother adventure. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we’re committed to enhancing the game. We hope you'll still find enjoyment in your journey!

No worth the download

Only download if you want to spend some money and are ok with having to wait 45+ minutes to play. You can watch adds to get past the 45 minute wait between tasks but you quickly run into a pay wall where you have to pay to advance.

Response from developer

KGAZveteran, we appreciate your feedback about the long wait times and in-game purchases. To enhance your experience, you can disable ads and timers through an in-app purchase. We've also released a new chapter with better balance and options. If you're running low on resources, trying different in-game paths can help. We hope you'll give the game another shot!

Terrible

Adverts every 3 mins and just not very fun

Response from developer

Captain pugswash, we appreciate your feedback! We understand that ads every few minutes can be disruptive. You can disable them through an in-app purchase for a smoother experience. We're constantly working to enhance gameplay, and we hope you find enjoyment in exploring different paths in the game. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

Avoid

Lacks real game play and you are forced to spend real money to advance. I would avoid

Response from developer

Hi Hazza88uk, thank you for sharing your thoughts! We understand your concerns about gameplay and spending. We recently released a new chapter with a different balance and options, which might help enhance your experience. If you're running out of money, consider exploring different in-game paths for more opportunities. We appreciate your feedback as we work to improve!

Scam

You can’t win at all game it wants bunch of money for nothing such a scam I’m gonna ask for a refund or dispute

Response from developer

Madmax$$@, it's concerning to hear you're feeling this way about your experience. We appreciate your feedback regarding the game's balance and monetization. We've just released a new chapter with different options, so if you're running out of money, trying other in-game paths might help. Please use the in-app support options to share more details. Thank you for your insights, and we hope to improve your experience!

Over priced paid subscription and lying devs

I installed and give and after 15 minutes of game play I got an ad and I thought oh that is not bad if it gets annoying I just have to pay once to not have to deal with ads or timers then after minutes I run into a timer of 45 minutes and I would have to pay a reoccurring subscription to remove the ads and timers for like 10 dollars a week so not only did I install a game I can't play because the game locks you in the timer but the devs lied in a review of a one time purchase
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Response from developer

Hi JohndoeJP955, thanks for sharing your thoughts! We understand how frustrating timers and subscriptions can be. You can disable ads and timers through an in-app purchase, which may enhance your experience. Also, if you're running low on resources, trying different in-game paths can help. We truly hope you find enjoyment in the game!

Bait and Switch

While the gameplay was fun for the first 15 minutes it goes to a timed countdown to play more unless you pay a fee. Guess everyone has to get paid, but seems sneaky to do that to people.