Comparison

Tavern Tale vs Sunrock Protector

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

Head to head
About

Tavern Tale

Embark on a dark fantasy roguelike adventure in a world sealed within a mysterious cube. Recruit over 30 unique heroes, each with their own magic and growth paths, to build your dream squad. Explore shifting dungeons, uncover hidden stories, and break the witch's spell.

Highlights
  • Dark fantasy roguelike adventure
  • Collect and build 30+ unique heroes
  • Deep RPG progression and spell system
  • Shifting cube world with surprises
  • Cozy tavern hub and fantasy story
  • Casual growth with strategic depth
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Tavern Tale is an indie action RPG that blends cute 3D fantasy charm with dark roguelike adventure. The entire world has been sealed into a mysterious cube by an evil witch. Her mobs roam everywhere. But in a hidden corner stands a warm little tavern built by the dwarf Hank and his friends—the only safe shelter left inside the cube. Your adventure begins the moment you push open the tavern door. [Tiny Board, Bold Roguelike] This cube world shifts with every step—sometimes a blessing, sometimes a crisis. Surprises, choices, quick action, and a dash of luck blend into a uniquely thrilling roguelike run each time. Every dungeon, every forest path hides a new story waiting to unfold. [30+ Heroes to Build Your Dream Squad] Meet the adorable heroes: • Snow, the gentle-hearted girl • Kelly, the treasure-loving mage • Master Otto, the tai-chi otter who strikes with style And more heroes await. Each hero brings exclusive magic, signature trinkets, and a unique RPG-style growth path—discover wild build synergies and craft your dream squad. [Casual Growth, Clever Depth] Tavern Tale mixes roguelike adventure with a cozy, progression-driven RPG core. 8 magic paths, 200+ spells, endless trinket synergies. Collect StarCookies, slot Starstones, and grow powerful—with zero pressure. Every hero comes with growth paths, exclusive magic, and build-changing trinkets—letting you craft a playstyle that feels truly your own. [A Fantasy Story You Live In] From the noisy tavern hub to the cube's strange secrets, every corner drips with fairy tale imagination—dark yet cute, dangerous yet heartwarming. Chat with quirky guests, uncover the world's hidden story, travel through forests under the moon, and grow bonds with companions who journey beside you. A charming, dark-fantasy roguelike adventure is unfolding inside this cursed cube. Will you break the witch's spell and escape? Welcome to Tavern Tale! Follow us: http://www.chillyroom.com Email: info@chillyroom.games YouTube: @ChillyRoom Instagram: @chillyroominc X: @ChillyRoom Discord: https://discord.gg/5qz6yZ2w4b Your story begins now—embark!

About

Sunrock Protector

Embark on quests in a living wilderness as a mercenary, gathering resources and battling enemies. Upgrade your gear and fortress with spoils of war, and uncover lost lore by collecting scattered pages of an ancient text. Master elemental magic to aid you in your adventures.

Highlights
  • Action RPG gameplay
  • Loot and resource gathering
  • Fortress and gear upgrades
  • Elemental magic system
  • Story-driven quests
  • Portrait/landscape play
Features
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Answer the call of the elven city of Sunrock as an honorable mercenary. In this casual action RPG, every expedition strengthens your legacy as you build a fortress, sharpen your weapons, and recover lost lore. Venture into a living wilderness filled with enemy clusters, bosses, and harvestable resources. Return through the portal with spoils of battle, then upgrade your fort, armor, and weapons to turn the tide. The Dark Elves left their truth scattered across the land. Recover the pages of "The First Dark Elf" to reveal their origin story piece by piece, and rescue vendors and lost pets to expand your options back at home. Master elemental magic through scrolls and potions. Cast Fireball, unleash Freezing Aura, enchant your weapon with Lightning, heal your wounds, and wield mighty protection spells. Play your way in portrait or landscape. Credits: Featuring "The First Dark Elf" by Matthew R Sutliff.

Screenshots

Tavern Tale4 screens
Sunrock Protector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Sunrock Protector at 100% against Tavern Tale's 35%. Sunrock Protector also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3). Tavern Tale's advantage is ratings volume (218 vs 6) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Tavern Tale sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Sunrock Protector sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sunrock Protector holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tavern Tale has 218 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of Tavern Tale's written reviews are positive against 100% of Sunrock Protector's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tavern Tale ships an update every 10 days, Sunrock Protector every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Tavern Tale versus Sunrock Protector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTavern TaleSunrock Protector
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (218 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews35.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings218 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size1.2 GB749 MB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperChillyRoom Inc.Patrick Lewis

Customer experience

Tavern Tale

All ratings217 ratings
Positive79.7%
Neutral4.1%
Negative16.1%
Written reviews105 reviews
Positive35.2%
Neutral11.4%
Negative53.3%

Sunrock Protector

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Tavern Tale

One-time11
  • Purple Gems*60$0.99
  • S. Sprint Bundle$2.99
  • Petite Starwish$2.99
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  • Purple Gems*300$4.99
  • M. Sprint Bundle$5.99
  • Grande Starwish$8.99
  • L. Sprint Bundle$12.99
  • Purple Gems*980$14.99
  • Purple Gems*1980$26.99
  • Purple Gems*3280$49.99
  • Purple Gems*6480$89.99
3 purchases

Sunrock Protector

One-time3
  • Currency pack (small)$0.99
  • Currency pack (large)$2.99
  • Supporter Pack$4.99

Questions

Is Tavern Tale free?
Tavern Tale is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sunrock Protector free?
Sunrock Protector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tavern Tale or Sunrock Protector?
Sunrock Protector is rated higher. Tavern Tale averages 4.3 out of 5 from 218 ratings, while Sunrock Protector averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do Tavern Tale or Sunrock Protector have ads?
Both Tavern Tale and Sunrock Protector show ads.
Which is updated more often, Tavern Tale or Sunrock Protector?
Tavern Tale ships an update every 10 days, and Sunrock Protector every 2 weeks. Most recently, Tavern Tale was updated on September 21, 2026 and Sunrock Protector on September 24, 2026.

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