Comparison

Eclipse vs Soundsfun

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

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About

Eclipse

Lead a vast interstellar civilization in a strategic 4X game. Explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate your rivals to achieve galactic domination. Features customizable species, technologies, and ship designs for a unique experience.

Highlights
  • Official board game adaptation
  • Deep 4X gameplay
  • Customizable species, tech, and ships
  • Up to 6 players (human/AI)
  • Asynchronous multiplayer
  • In-game tutorial
Features
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The galaxy has been a peaceful place for many years. After the ruthless Terran–Hegemony War, much effort has been employed by all major spacefaring species to prevent the terrifying events from repeating themselves. The Galactic Council was formed to enforce precious peace, and it has taken many courageous efforts to prevent the escalation of malicious acts. Nevertheless, tension and discord are growing among the seven major species and in the Council itself. Old alliances are shattering, and hasty diplomatic treaties are made in secrecy. A confrontation of the superpowers seems inevitable—only the outcome of the galactic conflict remains to be seen. Which faction will emerge victorious and lead the galaxy under its rule? The shadows of the great civilizations are about to eclipse the galaxy. A game of Eclipse Second Dawn places you in control of a vast interstellar civilization, competing for success with its rivals. You will explore new star systems, research technologies, and build mighty spaceships. There are many potential paths to victory, so you need to plan your strategy considering the strengths and weaknesses of your species, while paying attention to the other civilizations' endeavors. Eclipse other civilizations and lead your people to victory! Exciting Gameplay: Challenge AI opponents or play against friends in real-time or turn-based. Tutorial & Help: Whether you're an experienced Eclipse player or a beginner, the game features a detailed tutorial that walks you through the basics step-by-step. Online Domination: The Eclipse app allows you to compete against friends or rivals from around the world. The app gives you the opportunity to compete with players from all over the world. The "Eclipse-2nd Dawn" app has been carefully designed to seamlessly bring the charm of the board game to your device. The intuitive interface ensures a smooth gaming experience for both experienced players and novices. This is the new version, which corresponds to the original board game "Eclipse - 2nd Dawn for the Galaxy" that makes the gameplay even more diverse and challenging. FEATURES * Official iOS version of the 'Eclipse - Second Dawn for the Galaxy' boardgame * Deep and challenging 4X (eXplore, eXpand, eXploit, and eXterminate) gameplay * 7 species with different strengths and weaknesses * Customizable star systems, technology tree and ship designs * Up to 6 players (human or AI) * Asynchronous multiplayer with push notifications * 3 AI difficulty levels * In-game tutorial & manual Eclipse received multiple awards: Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy 2021 Geek Media Awards Game of the Year for Experienced Gamers Winner 2021 Geek Media Awards Game of the Year for Experienced Gamers Nominee 2020 Charles S. Roberts Best SciFi Fantasy Board Wargame Winner 2020 Charles S. Roberts Best SciFi Fantasy Board Wargame Nominee Eclipse base game * 2011 Charles S. Roberts Best Science-Fiction or Fantasy Board Wargame Nominee * 2011 Jogo do Ano Nominee * 2012 Golden Geek Board Game of the Year Winner * 2012 Golden Geek Golden Geek Best Strategy Board Game Winner * 2012 International Gamers Award - General Strategy: Multi-player Nominee * 2012 JoTa Best Gamer Game Audience Award * 2012 JUG Game of the Year Winner * 2012 Ludoteca Ideale Winner * 2012 Lys Passioné Winner * 2012 Tric Trac Nominee

About

Soundsfun

Features
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Welcome to Soundsfun.app Brass Board Game Music, Ambience & Sounds, your essential audio companion designed to elevate your Brass board game sessions. This app offers a tailored collection of period-specific music and ambience, as well as industrial sound effects to immerse you into the world of the Industrial Revolution. Soundsfun: Brass will create an audio environment that brings your game to life whether you simply want ambient background music or a fun and interactive soundscape! Features: - Simultaneous Playback: Play multiple sounds at once for a richer, more dynamic audio experience. - No Accounts, Simple: Just open the app and start listening. No registration required. - No Ads, No Microtransactions: Enjoy uninterrupted play with no ads, microtransactions, or other distractions. - Completely Offline: Access game sounds and music anywhere, anytime, without needing an internet connection. - Low Battery Consumption: Optimized for long gaming sessions without draining your battery. Download now for free and enhance your Brass experience with a unique and immersive auditory backdrop to your industrial empire-building journey! Terms of Use: https://soundsfun.app/soundsfun-applications-terms-and-conditions Note: This application is not officially associated with the Brass board game. For the official Brass board game website and information, please visit: https://roxley.com/collections/brass As fans of board games, we believe Brass offers a deeply strategic and engaging experience, which is why it continues to be a favorite on BoardGameGeek (BGG): https://boardgamegeek.com/hotness Discover more board game music, ambience and sounds apps at https://soundsfun.app

Screenshots

Eclipse4 screens
Soundsfun4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Soundsfun at $1.99 against Eclipse's $9.99. Eclipse's advantage is chart position (#173 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Eclipse costs $9.99 and Soundsfun $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Eclipse versus Soundsfun: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEclipseSoundsfun
Price$9.99$1.99 — better
Rating3.2 (15 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews36.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings15 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#173 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size157 MB87 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperBrettspielWeltConstlet Oy

In-app purchases

None

Eclipse

No in-app purchases

None

Soundsfun

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Eclipse free?
Eclipse costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Soundsfun free?
Soundsfun costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Eclipse or Soundsfun have ads?
Neither Eclipse nor Soundsfun shows ads.

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