Cranky Uncle vs Chroma Force
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cranky Uncle
Learn to identify and counter common arguments and conspiracy theories used to deny science. By understanding the tactics of misinformation, you can become more resilient against false claims about topics like climate change, evolution, and vaccination.
- Identify rhetorical techniques
- Spot logical fallacies
- Counter science denial arguments
- Build resilience against misinformation
- Learn about climate change denial
- Understand evolution denial tactics
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We all have a cranky uncle who thinks he knows better than the world’s scientists. But how do you make sense of his arguments and conspiracy theories? The way to understand your cranky uncle is to become a cranky uncle! If you’re going to spot someone cheating at cards, first you have to learn how to cheat at cards. In this game, Cranky Uncle teaches you the rhetorical techniques and logical fallacies he uses to deny science. Climate change, evolution, vaccination, a round Earth - he’s never met a science he wouldn’t deny! The deeper you get into the game, the more resilient you become against misinformation.
Chroma Force
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Chroma Force is a fast-paced arcade game all about explosive chain reactions! Timing, positioning and color combination are essential to get the highest score. Chroma Force has super simple one-finger controls, stylish abstract graphics and an atmospheric soundtrack. It is easy to pick up, but hard to put down again.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cranky Uncle at none against Chroma Force's 1. Cranky Uncle also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.6). Chroma Force's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 4 months). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Chroma Force sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Cranky Uncle asks for nothing beyond the download.
Cranky Uncle ships an update every 4 months, Chroma Force every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Cranky Uncle | Chroma Force |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (27 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 38.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 27 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Skeptical Science | Marc-Andre Weibezahn |
Bugs and requests
Cranky Uncle
Reported bugs
10 issues- App stuck on start/loading screen
- Blank screens after sign-in
- Quizzes not loading
- Dialogue boxes not fitting on screen
- App crashes on submit
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- Progress not updating
- Learn more button loops back
- App glitches and runs Bitcoin (user claim)
- Half screen blank
- Login process problematic
Requested features
6 requests- More polish and refinement
- More levels and content
- International users need familiar references
- Reconsider encouraging quick answers for points
- Add dark mode option
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- Improve punctuation and text display
Chroma Force
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Cranky Uncle
No in-app purchases
Chroma Force
- Ultra Mode$0.99
