# Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) vs TheGreatGame

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) at none against TheGreatGame's 5. Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.2). TheGreatGame's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TheGreatGame sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) asks for nothing beyond the download.

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TheGreatGame has 1.1K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads)'s written reviews are positive against 75% of TheGreatGame's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) ships an update every 4 months, TheGreatGame every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) | TheGreatGame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thunderstorm-simulator-wads/id1482707561/reviews)** | [4.2 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thegreatgame/id1515774680/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 75 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0.0 | **14.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Scott Dodson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1033778296) | [The Great Game LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1133842472) |

## What reviewers say

### Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thunderstorm-simulator-wads/id1482707561)

Create a personalized thunderstorm experience to aid relaxation and sleep. Customize rain intensity, thunder frequency, lightning effects, and background sounds. Includes a sleep timer with audio fade-out.

**Highlights:** Customizable thunderstorm types, Adjustable rain and thunder sounds, Toggleable lightning effects, Background ambient sounds, Sleep timer with fade-out, Bluetooth and AirPlay support

**In-app purchases:** none


### TheGreatGame

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thegreatgame/id1515774680)

Embark on an outdoor escape room adventure across various locations. Teams solve clues and navigate between points to win. Enjoy a socially distanced game experience.

**Highlights:** Outdoor escape room experiences, Multi-location gameplay, Clue solving challenges, Team-based competition, Socially distanced activity

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Great Game Campus Ticket | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Great Game College Ticket | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and interactive
- 👍 Great for new and seasoned users
- 👍 Fantastic use of technology
- 👍 Loved solving puzzles with friends
- 👍 Creative and magical experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 🙁 Held back from going home
- 🐛 QR code issues and glitches

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and glitches
- QR code issues
- Trouble joining/creating teams

**Requested features**

- Improve stability and reduce glitches
- Make the experience more accessible


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) free?

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TheGreatGame free?

TheGreatGame is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) or TheGreatGame?

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) is rated higher. Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) averages 4.6 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while TheGreatGame averages 4.2 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) or TheGreatGame have ads?

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) shows ads; TheGreatGame does not.

### Which is updated more often, Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) or TheGreatGame?

Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) ships an update every 4 months, and TheGreatGame every 3 weeks. Most recently, Thunderstorm Simulator (w/Ads) was updated on October 24, 2026 and TheGreatGame on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*