Comparison

Cranky Uncle vs Bubble Shooter

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Identify rhetorical techniques
  • Spot logical fallacies
  • Counter science denial arguments
  • Build resilience against misinformation
  • Learn about climate change denial
  • Understand evolution denial tactics
Features
Read full description

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.

About

Bubble Shooter

Features
Read full description

Bubble Shooter is a fast, colorful match-3 you can pick up for one quick round or lose an afternoon to. Aim, shoot, and match 3 or more bubbles of the same color to clear the board. Chain big combos, level up, and climb the Game Center leaderboard. TWO WAYS TO PLAY • Timed — beat the clock. Every match you make buys you a few more seconds, so keep the combos flowing. • Endless — no clock, no pressure. See how long you can keep the board clear and chase your personal best. FEATURES • Simple one-touch aiming with a guide line — easy to learn, tough to master • Level up as you match, with the pace picking up as you climb • Continue when a run ends — clear the danger row or grab extra time for one more push • Beginner Assist for a gentler start • Game Center leaderboard and best-score tracking • Free to play, no forced full-screen ads — ever A Gibson Family Arcade game. Made for quick, satisfying, one-more-round fun.

Screenshots

Cranky Uncle4 screens
Bubble Shooter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Cranky Uncle at none against Bubble Shooter's shown. Cranky Uncle also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). Bubble Shooter's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 months). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cranky Uncle ships an update every 4 months, Bubble Shooter every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Cranky Uncle versus Bubble Shooter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCranky UncleBubble Shooter
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (25 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews38.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings25 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB7 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperSkeptical ScienceJoshua Gibson

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
Show 5 more
  • 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
Show 1 more
  • Improve punctuation and text display

Bubble Shooter

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Cranky Uncle

No in-app purchases

None

Bubble Shooter

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cranky Uncle free?
Cranky Uncle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bubble Shooter free?
Bubble Shooter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cranky Uncle or Bubble Shooter have ads?
Bubble Shooter shows ads; Cranky Uncle does not.
Which is updated more often, Cranky Uncle or Bubble Shooter?
Cranky Uncle ships an update every 4 months, and Bubble Shooter every 4 days. Most recently, Cranky Uncle was updated on October 15, 2026 and Bubble Shooter on October 6, 2026.

Other comparisons