# Crying Suns vs Solitaire Rogue

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Solitaire Rogue at 100% against Crying Suns's 73%. Solitaire Rogue also leads on price ($2.99 vs $8.99) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Crying Suns's advantage is ratings volume (2.1K vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

Crying Suns costs $8.99 and Solitaire Rogue $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Solitaire Rogue holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Crying Suns has 2.1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of Crying Suns's written reviews are positive against 100% of Solitaire Rogue's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Crying Suns | Solitaire Rogue |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $8.99 | **$2.99** |
| Rating | [4.8 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crying-suns/id1511788295/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire-rogue/id6757644710/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 72.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#81** | #139 |
| Size | 1014 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alternative Shift](https://appshunter.io/developer/394617049) | [Lars Tray](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037957808) |

## What reviewers say

### Crying Suns

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crying-suns/id1511788295)

**Currently charting:** #81 Top Paid · Role Playing, #129 Top Paid · Strategy (US App Store)

Command a space fleet in a tactical rogue-lite inspired by classic sci-fi. Explore a procedurally generated universe, engage in strategic ship battles, and uncover a deep storyline across six chapters. Experience a rich narrative and atmospheric gameplay designed for mobile.

**Highlights:** Procedurally-generated space exploration, Tactical battleship and squadron fleet combat, Over 300 story events, Deep, 6-chapter storyline, Mobile-optimized interface

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun gameplay
- 🌟 Amazing atmosphere and story
- 👍 Engaging combat system
- 💎 Great value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Small text and UI elements
- 🔁 Repetitive gameplay and missions

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes when using certain ship abilities
- Crashes during end-of-chapter cutscenes
- Progression-blocking bugs preventing access to new content
- Inability to progress past specific story points due to crashes

**Requested features**

- Zoom functionality for combat screen
- Ability to play own music during gameplay
- Endless mode or sandbox option
- Improved tutorial to explain key mechanics


### Solitaire Rogue

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solitaire-rogue/id6757644710)

**Currently charting:** #139 Top Paid · Card (US App Store)

Experience classic solitaire with a roguelike twist. Survive rounds, earn gold, and unlock powerful charms to alter gameplay. Discover dozens of unique abilities and adapt your strategy for endless replayability.

**Highlights:** Classic solitaire gameplay, Roguelike progression, Collectable charms, Strategic depth, Endless replayability, No ads, timers, or pay-to-win

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Crying Suns free?

Crying Suns costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Solitaire Rogue free?

Solitaire Rogue costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Crying Suns or Solitaire Rogue?

Solitaire Rogue is rated higher. Crying Suns averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Solitaire Rogue averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Crying Suns or Solitaire Rogue have ads?

Neither Crying Suns nor Solitaire Rogue shows ads.

### Which is more popular, Crying Suns or Solitaire Rogue?

Crying Suns currently peaks at #81 in the App Store charts, and Solitaire Rogue at #139. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*