Comparison

Despot's Game vs Sum Neon

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

Head to head
About

Despot's Game

Build a dystopian army and guide them through a challenging labyrinth. This roguelike strategy game focuses on item and mutation choices, with automatic combat. Permadeath means starting over, but a secret multiplayer mode awaits those who conquer the game.

Highlights
  • Army building
  • Item and mutation customization
  • Automatic combat
  • Roguelike/roguelite gameplay
  • Permadeath with world regeneration
  • Secret multiplayer mode
Features
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Available for free: 4 levels of the game and 10 attempts per day in Brawl mode. The full version can be unlocked with one payment in the game. *Supported Devices: iPhone 8 Plus, Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2015) and above. iPod Touches are not supported. Let's play a game: I'll give you some puny humans, and you try to help them make it through my labyrinth. No, you won't be controlling them in battles - they'll fight automatically! My game is about strategy and praying to RNGesus, not mashing buttons. You can buy items for the humans: swords, crossbows, coffins, stale pretzels. Plus, I'll let you give them cool mutations! A few Topochlorians in the blood and some Crocodile Skin never hurt anyone. There's one catch, though: if you die, you have to start over entirely, and the whole world will be generated again from scratch. Yes, my game is a roguelike game. Well, roguelite, if you're a nerd who loves compartmentalizing us creators into strict genres. I almost forgot: my game has a multiplayer mode, too! But I'm not going to tell you anything about it, because King of the Hill is a special secret multiplayer mode that only unlocks once you beat the game. * sincerely, with disrespect for puny humans, your local evil AI: d'Spot

About

Sum Neon

Features
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Because your brain craves clarity, speed, and rhythm. Sum Neon transforms simple arithmetic into a flowing, glowing puzzle. Every number, every connection, every chain is a spark waiting to ignite. Drag across the grid, hit the right sum, and watch the board burst into neon light. Fast to learn. Hard to master. Totally addictive. Step into the flow. Every match fuels the next. Every chain unlocks more. Momentum builds. Numbers become shapes. Shapes become rhythm. Rhythm becomes flow. Inside Sum Neon, you’ll discover: • Infinite boards that keep every session fresh and unpredictable • Dynamic combos that multiply your score and reward pattern recognition • Responsive touch for smooth, precise dragging at high speed • Neon visuals that turn every correct sum into a mini celebration • Three challenging modes from Classic to Blitz—each pushing your mind in new ways How it works: • Connect adjacent numbers to hit the target sum • Build longer chains for multipliers and extra points • Targets update dynamically, keeping you sharp and in the zone • Every session is generated by the Arithmetic Flow Engine, so your brain never settles into autopilot Find the Dynamic Sum Classic: Slow pressure. Reach 10 Zen: Relax. Infinite play Chaos 15: Target 15. Chaos rises fast Blitz: Speed is everything Drag numbers. Connect nodes. Hit the sum. Watch the grid light up. Every correct chain sparks energy. Every session flows differently. The Ritual of Flow • Infinite boards. No repetition • Combos that reward your attention • Responsive touch. Smooth, precise • Neon visuals for every correct sum • Patterns emerge. Mind sharpens. Focus compounds How to Play • Connect adjacent numbers to reach the target sum • Build chains for multipliers and higher scores • Targets shift dynamically, keeping you engaged • The Arithmetic Flow Engine generates each session—your brain never settles Modes of Play Classic: Calm, structured, steady progression. Reach the sum. Find your rhythm Zen: Endless, relaxed, infinite play. Flow without pressure Chaos 15: Rapid targets, fast-changing numbers. Adapt or falter Blitz: Pure speed. Fast decisions. Quick reflexes Why You’ll Keep Playing Sum Neon isn’t just math—it’s a ritual for the mind. Your brain sharpens. Your reactions accelerate. Satisfaction compounds. Flow becomes habit. Patterns emerge naturally. Who It’s For • Puzzle lovers and logic fans • People craving quick, high-reward mental challenges • Players who love neon aesthetics and flow-driven gameplay • Anyone wanting a daily mental ritual that’s fun, clean, and satisfying Begin the Flow Drag numbers. Connect sums. Build combos. Light up the board. Every session is different. Every session is yours Press start. Connect the numbers. Build combos. Light up the board.

Screenshots

Despot's Game4 screens
Sum Neon4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sum Neon at none against Despot's Game's 1. Despot's Game's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price and ads 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. Despot's Game sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Sum Neon asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Despot's Game versus Sum Neon: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDespot's GameSum Neon
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (119 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews36.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings119 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size456 MB7 MB
Age rating12+4+
DevelopertinyBuild LLCJesse Lewis

Bugs and requests

Despot's Game

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes on start
  • Crashes during gameplay
  • Crashes, losing progress

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add save/continue option
  • Fix crashes
  • Lower the price

Sum Neon

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Despot's Game

One-time1
  • Despot's Game: Full Version$9.99
None

Sum Neon

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Despot's Game free?
Despot's Game is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sum Neon free?
Sum Neon is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Despot's Game or Sum Neon have ads?
Neither Despot's Game nor Sum Neon shows ads.

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