Comparison

Sparkle 2 vs Roia

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

Head to head
About

Sparkle 2

Match orbs with magical enchantments and powerups to stop them from falling into an abyss. Explore mysterious lands, discover enchanted keys, and unlock secrets in this visually stunning puzzle adventure.

Highlights
  • Orb matching puzzle action
  • Magical enchantments and powerups
  • Story, Survival, and Challenge modes
  • Over 90 unique levels
  • 200+ enchantment combinations
  • Voice-over narration
  • Original soundtrack
Features
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Simply the best marble popper ever made! REVIEWS "Sparkle 2 is a must buy that takes the crown as the best marble shooter in the App Store, and one shining example of iOS entertainment." Apple'n'Apps 4.5/5 "Sparkle 2 stands out from the rest because of its gorgeous visuals and multifaceted gameplay." - 148 Apps 4.5/5 Editors Choice "A well-thought out marble shooter with a nice story, gorgeous graphics, and an amazing soundtrack." - AppAdvice 5/5 "Sparkle 2 is a great iOS game. It’s relatively simple and a whole lot of fun to play." - Capsule Computers 9/10 "Smooth marble popping puzzle action combined with a soothing soundtrack and drop-dead stunning visuals." - JayIsGames DESCRIPTION Challenge the darkness with your swift orb matching skills, mighty magical enchantments and earthshaking powerups. Match the orbs before they fall into the abyss and find your way through mysterious lands of startling beauty! A long time ago five enchanted keys were created. The keys were scattered around the lands, and they still remain undiscovered. Many have come to find them, and so far all have failed. Will you find the keys and unlock the secrets, or will you join the endless ranks of souls forever trapped within these lands? Sparkle 2 is the long-awaited sequel to the award-winning hit game Sparkle enjoyed by millions of players since 2007. Sparkle 2 is an independent sequel and a spiritual successor to the first installment suitable for both new and existing fans of the series. FEATURES - Experience unrestricted premium action puzzle gaming - Admire state of the art special effects - Explore three game modes: Story, Survival, and Challenge - Discover over 90 unique levels throughout the story - Supercharge your Slinger with over 200 combinations of 16 different Enchantments - Find exciting locations and delve into the mystery - Immerse yourself in a story narrated with professional voice overs - Enjoy the soundtrack by the award-winning composer Jonathan Geer Watch the trailer: http://youtu.be/giB9y6-cBFM

About

Roia

Guide a river's flow from its source to the sea by shaping the terrain. Explore diverse landscapes with a bird companion, experiencing the serenity of nature through innovative gameplay and unique visuals.

Highlights
  • Sculpt terrain to guide water flow
  • Explore handcrafted landscapes
  • Innovative game mechanics
  • Minimalistic graphics
  • Original composed music
Features
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Embark on a marvelous adventure as you follow a river from its humble beginnings to the vastness of the sea in Roia. Sculpt the terrain according to your imagination, guiding the water's descent. Along the way, a bird will be your companion, leading you through rugged mountains, dark forests, and sun-drenched meadows. Step into Roia's world and be enveloped by the unmatched serenity of nature, where every moment is a profound journey into the depths of wonder and discovery. Features: - Innovative new game mechanics - Handcrafted landscapes - Many different exciting, challenging and diverse obstacles - Striking, unique, minimalistic graphics - Beautiful music that was specifically composed for Roia www.roiagame.com

Screenshots

Sparkle 24 screens
Roia4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Sparkle 2 at 4.8 against Roia's 3.5. Sparkle 2 also leads on review sentiment (92% vs 60%) and ratings volume (324 vs 24). Roia's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 4 months) and price ($2.99 vs $6.99). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

Sparkle 2 costs $6.99 and Roia $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sparkle 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sparkle 2 has 324 ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of Sparkle 2's written reviews are positive against 60% of Roia's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sparkle 2 ships an update every 4 months, Roia every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Sparkle 2 versus Roia: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSparkle 2Roia
Price$6.99$2.99 — better
Rating4.8 (324 ratings) — better3.5 (24 ratings)
Positive reviews92.4% of reviews — better59.5% of reviews
Number of ratings324 — better24
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank—#193 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size221 MB213 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer10tons LtdTobias Sturn

Customer experience

Sparkle 2

All ratings321 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.9%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews288 reviews
Positive92.4%
Neutral3.5%
Negative4.2%

Roia

All ratings24 ratings
Positive54.2%
Neutral16.7%
Negative29.2%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive59.5%
Neutral26.2%
Negative14.3%

User reviews

Sparkle 2

From 324 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎨 Adorable artwork
  • 👍 Smooth gameplay
  • 🎵 Wonderful music and sound effects
  • 🕹️ Addictive and fun
  • 💻 Excellent for newer devices

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes on iOS 16
  • 📺 Low resolution graphics on some devices
  • 🤯 Levels too easy for experienced players

Roia

From 24 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✨ Beautiful visuals and art style
  • 🎵 Lovely soundtrack and relaxing atmosphere
  • 🧠 Clever and thought-provoking gameplay
  • 💡 Unique sandbox/discovery-based gameplay
  • 🎮 Satisfying water physics and flow

Room to improve

  • ⏳ Too short/quick to beat
  • 🤔 Unintuitive gameplay/objectives
  • 🕹️ Controls can be difficult/unpredictable
  • 🗺️ Lack of guidance/clarity on objectives
  • 🔄 Painful/slow restart process

Bugs and requests

Sparkle 2

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Instant crashes on launch
  • Pause menu issues with gesture controls

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add difficulty settings
  • Implement progress sync across devices
  • Restart levels in easier mode

Roia

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Water disappears in lakes
  • Water sources stop spawning when out of view
  • Levels are locked after purchase
  • Unable to proceed beyond certain levels (e.g., level 8, chapter 3, chapter 6)
  • Screen jams or freezes
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  • Canoe characters flip over
  • Sheep not being counted
  • Interface not always recognizing finger moves

Requested features

12 requests
  • Ability to rotate view for intricate flow paths
  • More clarity on objectives/hints
  • More levels/chapters
  • Option to explore entire stream after finishing
  • Overview of accomplishments at the end
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  • More guidance or a hint button
  • Smoother gameplay polish
  • More obvious prompts for next level
  • Way to see through obstructions for water
  • Feedback when terrain won't move
  • More decorations or buildings or animals
  • Land Bridges

In-app purchases

None

Sparkle 2

No in-app purchases

None

Roia

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sparkle 2 free?
Sparkle 2 costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Roia free?
Roia costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Sparkle 2 or Roia?
Sparkle 2 is rated higher. Sparkle 2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 324 ratings, while Roia averages 3.5 from 24 ratings.
Do Sparkle 2 or Roia have ads?
Neither Sparkle 2 nor Roia shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sparkle 2 or Roia?
Sparkle 2 ships an update every 4 months, and Roia every 10 days. Most recently, Sparkle 2 was updated on October 26, 2026 and Roia on October 30, 2026.

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