Comparison

Predynastic Egypt vs Sumerians

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

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About

Predynastic Egypt

Lead a nomadic tribe through the challenges of ancient Egypt, from 5000 B.C. to the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt. Experience historical events, technological evolution, and the birth of Egyptian religion and culture.

Highlights
  • Turn-based historical simulation
  • Guide a nomadic Egyptian tribe
  • Witness technological evolution
  • Explore ancient Egyptian religion and culture
  • Reconstructed map of ancient Egypt
  • Simulate ancient world events
Features
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Turn-based historical simulation strategy will lead you through the history of Pre-Dynastic Egypt. Starting from 5000 B.C. you will guide the nomadic and humble Egyptian tribe through all the hardships to prosperity and power culminating in the Unification of Lower and Upper Egypt. Supported languages: English, Chinese Simplified, Russian, German, French, Italian, Spanish. Get ready to witness evolutionary breakthroughs that enabled early Egyptians to march into faraway lands, fight catastrophes, hardships and ultimately establish first Egyptian state. Will you be able to re-enact the events that unfolded historically or will you doom your fledgling chiefdom into forgotten annals of history? Get an intimate knowledge about events that took place before the Classic Egypt eras through this unique game. * Simulation of the ancient world Wars, drought, enemy invasions, epidemics, internal turmoil, migration of the tribes, religious ceremonies, exploration of distant lands, celebrations and more than 100+ other events and trials await you in the game! * Technological evolution of mankind 48 historically accurate technologies and cultural achievements of Pre-Dynastic Egypt with interesting descriptions, will show the technological evolution of mankind on the example of the Egyptian civilization. * Mysteries of Egyptian religion and culture You will see the birth of the unique religion of the Nile civilization, starting with beliefs in spirits and ending with the gods of Pre-Dynastic Egypt and you will learn the secrets known only to archeologists and Egyptologists! * Reconstructed map of Ancient Egypt Accurate reconstruction of the geographic map of ancient Egypt 5000-3000 BC, taking into account the climatic changes of that period when the Sahara was a Savannah and not a desert and Wadies were rivers and not roads. * Reconstructed city of Hierakonpolis Accurate archaeological reconstruction of the Hierakonpolis - the former center of Pre-Dynastic Egypt. You will build the real houses, temples and tombs, that were excavated by archeologists in XX-XXI century. The fate of the whole nation is in your hands. Make important decisions in real historical situations, wars, disasters. True story will immerse you into the mysterious atmosphere of the ancient world, you will see through the eyes of the ancient Egyptians.

About

Sumerians

Build a trading empire in ancient Sumer. Engage with historical figures, master trade, and innovate ancient technologies. Your decisions will shape the rise or fall of your civilization.

Highlights
  • Trade essential goods
  • Interact with historical figures
  • Craft and innovate technologies
  • Build a trading empire
  • Conquer and protect resources
  • Shape historical outcomes
Features
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Step back in time to the cradle of civilization and immerse yourself in the bustling world of ancient Sumer! In Sumerians, you’ll embark on an epic journey to build your fortune, expand your influence, and leave a legacy in the earliest known empire. Features: Trade Across the Fertile Crescent Buy, sell, and barter essential goods like grain, bronze, and exotic imports to grow your wealth. Master the art of trade and navigate complex markets in one of history’s first economies. Interact with Historical Figures Engage with legendary characters like Sargon of Akkad, priest-kings, and master artisans. Forge alliances, take on their challenges, and influence the course of history. Craft and Innovate Unlock the secrets of ancient technologies, including bronze weapon-making and ziggurat construction, to gain a competitive edge. Make History Your Playground Every decision you make shapes the rise or fall of your trading empire. Will you become a powerful ensi or fade into the sands of time? Conquer and Protect Support Sumerian armies with weapons and resources, or secure trade routes through diplomacy and cunning.

Screenshots

Predynastic Egypt4 screens
Sumerians4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Sumerians at Free against Predynastic Egypt's $3.99. Sumerians also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 14 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Predynastic Egypt's advantage is ratings volume (82 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On ads, 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

Sumerians is free to download; Predynastic Egypt costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sumerians holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Predynastic Egypt has 82 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Predynastic Egypt's written reviews are positive against 100% of Sumerians's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Predynastic Egypt ships an update every 14 months, Sumerians every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Predynastic Egypt versus Sumerians: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPredynastic EgyptSumerians
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (82 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings82 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size701 MB121 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperMIKHAIL VASILEV18619964037Glen Brunke

Customer experience

Predynastic Egypt

All ratings82 ratings
Positive90.2%
Neutral2.4%
Negative7.3%
Written reviews58 reviews
Positive75.9%
Neutral3.4%
Negative20.7%

Sumerians

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Predynastic Egypt

No in-app purchases

None

Sumerians

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Predynastic Egypt free?
Predynastic Egypt costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sumerians free?
Sumerians is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Predynastic Egypt or Sumerians?
Sumerians is rated higher. Predynastic Egypt averages 4.6 out of 5 from 82 ratings, while Sumerians averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Predynastic Egypt or Sumerians have ads?
Neither Predynastic Egypt nor Sumerians shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Predynastic Egypt or Sumerians?
Predynastic Egypt ships an update every 14 months, and Sumerians every 3 days. Most recently, Predynastic Egypt was updated on September 26, 2026 and Sumerians on September 15, 2026.

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