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Soluna Explorers vs Next Station

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

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About

Soluna Explorers

Embark on short, text-and-card-based fantasy RPG adventures. Make choices that shape your destiny in a world of magic and mystery. Each journey lasts between 10-15 minutes.

Highlights
  • Text-based RPG
  • Card-based gameplay
  • Choice-driven narrative
  • Short play sessions (10-15 min)
  • Fantasy world exploration
Features
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Embark on a 10-15 minute fantastical journey in Soluna Explorers, a captivating text-based and card-based RPG adventure! Dive into a world of magic and mystery, where every decision shapes your destiny.

About

Next Station

Features
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Welcome to Berlin! Grab your pencils and become the chief planner of Berlin's public transportation network! The vibrant German capital awaits your visionary ideas. Following the success of London, Tokyo, and Paris, the award-winning Flip & Write series "Next Station" by Blue Orange Games now takes you into the heart of the metropolis on the Spree. In Next Station Berlin, you face the ultimate challenge: design, optimize, and connect the transit lines of one of the most fascinating cities in the world. Can you master the logistical puzzle and draw the most efficient routes across the districts? Immerse yourself in a captivating strategy game that delights both casual players and true tactical experts alike. The New Berlin Rules: More Tactical Than Ever! Berlin introduces brand-new, exclusive gameplay mechanics to your screen, expanding the familiar gameplay with added depth and strategy: The Big East-West Connection: Throughout the game, you must attempt to connect the two specific starting stations (East and West) for each of your colored lines. If you successfully bridge this gap, you will be rewarded with a whopping 10 bonus points at the end of the game! The S-Bahn Revolution: Use the new, strategically placeable S-Bahn stations to your advantage. These stations are true game-changers because they count double as interchange stations. Plan your intersections wisely to elevate your high score. Randomized Special Abilities: Before the start of each game, powerful special abilities are randomly assigned to the different colors. This means every single match requires a completely new approach and strategy. Deploy these abilities at the perfect moment to create seemingly impossible routes or bypass clever blockades. Challenging Objective Cards: 5 brand-new, exciting community objectives will challenge your strategic skills in every match. No two rounds are ever the same! Features & Game Modes 3 Diverse Game Modes: Whether you prefer a relaxing solo game, competing against challenging AI opponents, or exploring countless variations by combining different elements, Berlin offers endless replay value. Global Leaderboards: Compare your planning skills with the best metro network planners worldwide. Who will build the smartest transit network and top the high score lists? Achievements & Trophies: Unlock tricky achievements on your journey and rise from an apprentice planner to a legendary Berlin transit guru. Capital City Atmosphere: Let yourself be enchanted by the modern, urban visual style and a fitting soundtrack that brings the authentic flair of Berlin directly to your smartphone. Questions or Feedback? Do you need individual training or want to share your thoughts? Contact us anytime directly via the support section! We are here to help. Experience the perfect blend of logical thinking, forward planning, and the thrill of the perfect move. Lay down the tracks, connect East with West, and get the trains moving! Download Next Station Berlin now and create a transit network that makes history!

Screenshots

Soluna Explorers4 screens
Next Station4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Soluna Explorers at Free against Next Station's $4.99. Next Station's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and device support (3 vs 1). On 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

Soluna Explorers is free to download; Next Station costs $4.99 up front. Soluna Explorers sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Next Station asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Soluna Explorers versus Next Station: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSoluna ExplorersNext Station
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating4.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size319 MB29 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperJohn WangBrettspielWelt

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Soluna Explorers

One-time2
  • Temple of Awum$2.99
  • Black Rose Campaign$4.99
None

Next Station

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Soluna Explorers free?
Soluna Explorers is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Next Station free?
Next Station costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Soluna Explorers or Next Station have ads?
Neither Soluna Explorers nor Next Station shows ads.

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