Comparison

Cro vs Riptide GP

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

Head to head
About

Cro

Race through different historical ages as a caveman in primitive vehicles, using powerups to gain an advantage. Enjoy networked multiplayer modes like racing and capture the flag on various tracks.

Highlights
  • Networked multiplayer racing
  • Game controller support
  • 9 race tracks
  • 11 unique vehicles
  • 9 powerup types
  • Multiple multiplayer modes
Currently charting
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• NETWORKED MULTIPLAYER RACING! Race other players on any device that supports Game Center. • Game Controller support! • WINNER of the Best App Ever Awards for "Best Racing Game"! • WINNER of the PocketGamer Silver Award! Cro-Mag Rally is the wildest racing 3D game since man invented the wheel! You are a speed-hungry caveman named Brog who races through the Stone, Bronze, and Iron Ages in primitive vehicles with primitive weapons! • 9 different race tracks • 11 different vehicles • 9 types of powerups • Network multiplayer racing, tag, and capture-the flag with 8 additional multiplayer tracks! By far the most entertaining and original racing game for the iPhone!

About

Riptide GP

Experience high-speed, illicit hydrojet racing with death-defying stunts and intense competition. Race through dynamic environments, upgrade your vehicles, and battle opponents worldwide in this action-arcade water racer.

Highlights
  • Thrill-ride race tracks with shortcuts and obstacles
  • Deep career mode with upgrades and customization
  • 8-player online multiplayer matches
  • Ghost-racing challenge mode
  • Transforming hydrojet vehicles
  • Dynamic water physics and effects
Features
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"App Store Best of 2016"! Experience the future of illicit hydrojet racing, where armored riders kick out death-defying stunts over massive waterfalls, dodge cops through public waterways, and boost at breakneck speeds across surging waves. You are a hydrojet rider, framed and cast out from the Riptide GP league, forced to race illegally through city waterways, flooded ruins, and churning factory machinery in an effort to reclaim your reputation and your title. Play through the single player career to unlock new vehicles, playable characters, and customization features as you take down bosses and build your crew. Then, take your skills online for the ultimate test as you battle opponents around the world in 8-player online matches. Challenge your friends for leaderboard supremacy in the ghost-racing challenge mode. Featuring thrill-ride race tracks packed with shortcuts, secrets, and interactive obstacles, Riptide GP: Renegade is the action-arcade water racer for a new generation. "Riptide GP Renegade delivers one of the best arcade racing experiences on iOS whether it’s on land, air, or sea making it a must have. " - AppleNApps (4.5/5) "Riptide GP Renegade is a really fast, fun, and robust racing game." - 148 Apps (4.5/5) • • FEATURES • Thrill-Ride Environments - Blast across floating factory platforms, brave hurricane-strength waves, and infiltrate a military base in the midst of battle. Every race track is packed with interactive set pieces, dynamic obstacles and secret shortcuts. • Deep Career Mode - Battle your way through a variety of races and boss fights to reach the top of the underground hydro jet racing circuit. Earn cash and experience to upgrade and customize your hydro jet, unlock new stunts, and increase your rider's performance. • Online Multiplayer - Compete online in thrilling 8 player matchups against the best players from around the world. • Challenge Mode - Take command of the leaderboards and test your skills against ghost recordings of your friends' best performances. • Transforming Vehicles - Collect and upgrade a garage full of blisteringly fast hydro jets that transform while you ride them. Win money to upgrade and customize each one. • State of the Art Water Racing - Riptide GP: Renegade brings dynamic water racing to a new level of excitement with breathtaking water physics, splash-tastic spray effects, and more! Every race is different because the surface you race on is always changing. • GameCenter and iCloud - Compete with your Game Center friends on leaderboards and unlock challenging achievements. Plus keep your game going from device to device with iCloud data syncing. • • CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you encounter a problem running the game, please visit: www.vectorunit.com/support Be sure to include the device you're using, OS version, and a detailed description of your problem. • • MORE INFORMATION Be the first to hear about updates, download custom images, and interact with the developers! Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/VectorUnit Follow us on Twitter @vectorunit Follow us on Google+ at www.vectorunit.com/+ Visit our web page at www.vectorunit.com

Screenshots

Cro4 screens
Riptide GP4 screens

Verdict

The call

Cro and Riptide GP both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 83% of Riptide GP's written reviews are positive against 67% of Cro's. Riptide GP also leads on ratings volume (829 vs 162) and device support (4 vs 2). Cro's advantage is update cadence (every 5 months vs every 11 months) and price ($1.99 vs $2.99). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Cro costs $1.99 and Riptide GP $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Riptide GP holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Riptide GP has 829 ratings behind it against 162, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Cro's written reviews are positive against 83% of Riptide GP's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cro ships an update every 5 months, Riptide GP every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Cro versus Riptide GP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCroRiptide GP
Price$1.99 — better$2.99
Rating4.5 (162 ratings)4.7 (829 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.6% of reviews82.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings162829 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 months — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#65#34 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size123 MB95 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperPangea Software, Inc.Vector Unit

Customer experience

Cro

All ratings162 ratings
Positive87.0%
Neutral4.9%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews733 reviews
Positive66.6%
Neutral14.6%
Negative18.8%

Riptide GP

All ratings827 ratings
Positive93.1%
Neutral1.8%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews259 reviews
Positive82.6%
Neutral5.8%
Negative11.6%

User reviews

Cro

From 162 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 👍 Great graphics
  • 👍 Fun and nostalgic
  • 🚀 Responsive controls
  • 👍 Good value for money

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 💡 Lack of progression/unlockables
  • 💡 No multiplayer/online mode
  • 💡 No time trial/leaderboard
  • 💡 Repetitive gameplay

Riptide GP

From 829 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent water physics and gameplay
  • 👍 Great graphics and visuals
  • 👍 Smooth and responsive controls
  • 👍 Challenging yet rewarding gameplay
  • 👍 Good variety of tracks and environments

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with registering stunts
  • 🐛 Difficulty spikes in later races
  • 🐛 Multiplayer connectivity problems
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with some devices
  • 🔋 High battery consumption

Bugs and requests

Cro

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent crashes
  • Compatibility issues with older devices
  • Bluetooth audio not working
  • Screen rotation problems

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add multiplayer mode
  • Implement progression system with unlockables
  • Include time trial and leaderboard features
  • Improve steering and camera controls
  • Add more tracks and characters

Riptide GP

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes on certain devices
  • Progression blockers in the career mode
  • Inconsistent touch controls

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more customization options for vehicles
  • Implement a practice mode for stunts
  • Introduce a free-roam mode to explore the environments
  • Add support for more controllers and input methods

In-app purchases

None

Cro

No in-app purchases

None

Riptide GP

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cro free?
Cro costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Riptide GP free?
Riptide GP costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Cro or Riptide GP?
Riptide GP is rated higher. Cro averages 4.5 out of 5 from 162 ratings, while Riptide GP averages 4.7 from 829 ratings.
Do Cro or Riptide GP have ads?
Neither Cro nor Riptide GP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cro or Riptide GP?
Cro ships an update every 5 months, and Riptide GP every 11 months. Most recently, Cro was updated on November 8, 2026 and Riptide GP on November 6, 2026.
Which is more popular, Cro or Riptide GP?
Cro currently peaks at #65 in the App Store charts, and Riptide GP at #34. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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