Cranky Uncle vs Bubble Shooter
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.
Bubble Shooter
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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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
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.
| Parameter | Cranky Uncle | Bubble Shooter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (25 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 38.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 25 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Skeptical Science | Joshua 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
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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
Bubble Shooter
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Cranky Uncle
No in-app purchases
Bubble Shooter
No in-app purchases









