# 7 Wonders vs Ark Nova

The clearest difference is rating: Ark Nova at 4.8 against 7 Wonders's 3.0. Ark Nova also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and review sentiment (72% vs 42%). 7 Wonders's advantage is price ($4.99 vs $10.99) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On ratings volume, ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

7 Wonders costs $4.99 and Ark Nova $10.99 up front. 7 Wonders sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Ark Nova asks for nothing beyond the download.

Ark Nova holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 512 and 1.2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of 7 Wonders's written reviews are positive against 72% of Ark Nova's.

7 Wonders ships an update every 2 months, Ark Nova every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | 7 Wonders | Ark Nova |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$4.99** | $10.99 |
| Rating | [3.0 (512 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/7-wonders/id530090434/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ark-nova/id6449233549/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 512 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 41.6% of reviews | **72.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #112 | **#43** |
| Size | 302 MB | 682 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Repos Production](https://appshunter.io/developer/380452639) | [Dire Wolf Digital](https://appshunter.io/developer/815343758) |

## What reviewers say

### 7 Wonders

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/7-wonders/id530090434)

**Currently charting:** #112 Top Paid · Card (US App Store)

Engage in a fast-paced, strategic card game where you develop a civilization. Compete globally or offline, with simultaneous turns ensuring no downtime. Master military, commercial, scientific, or civil development to lead your city to glory.

**Highlights:** Card-based civilization development, Global multiplayer competition, Offline play against AI, Simultaneous player turns, Strategic card drafting, Multiple development paths

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Leaders Expansion | $1.99 | one-time |
| Cities Expansion | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast gameplay
- 👍 Faithful recreation of the board game
- 🎨 Great graphics and presentation
- 💡 Potential for expansions and updates

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches, including scoring issues
- 🔒 Requires internet connection to launch
- 👎 Weak AI opponents
- 🔍 Small icons and text, especially on smaller devices

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes when using Halikarnassos wonder
- Disconnections and inability to rejoin online games
- Incorrect scoring calculations, especially for military and science
- App crashes on launch for some users

**Requested features**

- Pass-and-play mode for local multiplayer
- Ability to play against specific friends online
- Detailed scoring breakdowns and statistics
- Difficulty settings for AI opponents
- Asynchronous online play


### Ark Nova

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ark-nova/id6449233549)

**Currently charting:** #43 Top Paid · Board, #146 Top Paid · Strategy (US App Store)

Design and manage a modern zoo to support global conservation efforts. Build enclosures, house animals, and utilize unique cards for special abilities. Compete to create the most successful zoological establishment.

**Highlights:** Plan and design a modern zoo, Build enclosures and accommodate animals, Support global conservation projects, Utilize 255 unique cards (animals, specialists, projects), Upgrade action cards for gameplay, Increase zoo appeal and scientific reputation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great implementation overall
- 👍 Lots of fun
- 👍 Good animations
- 👍 Choice of modes
- 👍 Clean, modern and enjoyable design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Tile placement/rotation issues on iPad
- 🐛 Building placement UI issues
- 👎 Difficult to read board state on mobile
- 👎 Lack of simultaneous view for key game info
- 👎 Cumbersome to create games with friends

**Reported bugs**

- iPad Flash exit issue
- Rewards screen being blocked by other UI elements

**Requested features**

- Option to enable larger UI buttons for modal panels
- Full screen mode
- Option to reverse zoom direction
- Improved card readability/zoom


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 7 Wonders free?

7 Wonders costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Ark Nova free?

Ark Nova costs $10.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, 7 Wonders or Ark Nova?

Ark Nova is rated higher. 7 Wonders averages 3.0 out of 5 from 512 ratings, while Ark Nova averages 4.8 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do 7 Wonders or Ark Nova have ads?

Neither 7 Wonders nor Ark Nova shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 7 Wonders or Ark Nova?

7 Wonders ships an update every 2 months, and Ark Nova every 2 weeks. Most recently, 7 Wonders was updated on September 24, 2026 and Ark Nova on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, 7 Wonders or Ark Nova?

7 Wonders currently peaks at #112 in the App Store charts, and Ark Nova at #43. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*