Comparison

Forbidden vs Crownlings Turn Based Strategy

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

Head to head
About

Forbidden

Features
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Welcome to Forbidden: A Mythical Tasmanian Board Game Adventure! Step into a captivating 2D mobile board game meticulously crafted with the Unity 3D engine, where ancient myths and the untamed wilderness of Tasmania intertwine. "Forbidden" offers an unparalleled experience of tactical card battles and creature collection that will test your strategic prowess. Immersive Gameplay & Strategic Depth: Embark on an epic journey starting with a cinematic introduction to the compelling storyline. Navigate a dynamic Home Screen, where you'll find the mystical Blacksmith House for card upgrades, a bustling Shop for in-game purchases, and a Vet Station for creature restoration. Thrill of the Arena: The heart of "Forbidden" lies in its thrilling Arena! Engage in exhilarating turn-based combat against opponents of comparable skill, thanks to a sophisticated matchmaking system. Climb a meticulously designed Tiered Ranking System, from Bronze to the revered Ace tier, unlocking new challenges and rewards with every victory. Master Your Deck: Collect and command an impressive arsenal of 90 unique cards, each with distinctive artwork, lore, and abilities. Categorized into Common, Special, and Legendary rarities, these cards boast unique attack and defense values crucial for turning the tide of battle. Strategically build your ultimate deck of 10 cards (7 common, 2 special, 1 legendary) to perfectly complement your playstyle. Tactical Combat: Deploy up to 5 cards onto the board, positioning them to maximize their unique attributes. Battles are turn-based, demanding careful planning and precise card deployment to outmaneuver and overpower your opponent. Deplete your opponent's deck to claim victory! Boost Your Adventure: Earn free gold by watching ads or instantly get the largest treasure of 3500 gold coins through in-app purchases to unlock cards, upgrade abilities, and restore your creatures for continuous play. Features: Engaging 2D mobile board game with a rich Tasmanian mythological theme. Tactical turn-based card battles. 90+ unique cards to collect, upgrade, and manage. Tiered ranking system for competitive matchmaking. In-game economy with gold for upgrades and restoration. Cinematic story introduction and interactive tutorial. Download "Forbidden" today and carve your legend in the mythical lands!

About

Crownlings Turn Based Strategy

Engage in turn-based tactical battles where strategic positioning and smart decisions lead to victory. Build and upgrade a unique army of heroes to outmaneuver opponents on diverse maps. Climb the competitive ranks through skill-based gameplay.

Highlights
  • Tactical turn-based battles
  • Strategic positioning
  • Unique maps
  • Hero collection and upgrades
  • Skill-based gameplay
  • Competitive progression
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Crownlings is a unique turn-based strategy game inspired by the classics that defined the genre. Command your kingdom through fast 5–10 minute battles, build your economy, recruit a diverse army, control key areas of the map, create powerful unit synergies, and capture the enemy castle. Play through two campaign seasons, unlock new maps and heroes, upgrade your army, and discover new strategies as your roster grows. Built for thinkers, Crownlings brings the depth of classic strategy to modern mobile play. KEY FEATURES * Battles where strategic choices and decisions win games * Turn based battles where you control the entire army * Campaign to unlock new maps, heroes and rewards * Unique maps that force new strategies every match * Unlock and upgrade heroes to build your army * Skill-based gameplay with real competitive depth * Progression system that rewards smart play * PVP coming later this year * More heroes with each update Build your army. Master your strategy. Take the crown. Terms of service: https://www.angrybanana.io/terms Privacy policy: https://www.angrybanana.io/privacy Support: support@angrybanana.io

Screenshots

Forbidden4 screens
Crownlings Turn Based Strategy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Crownlings Turn Based Strategy at every 9 days against Forbidden's every 5 weeks. Forbidden's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. Forbidden sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Crownlings Turn Based Strategy sells 23 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Forbidden ships an update every 5 weeks, Crownlings Turn Based Strategy every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Forbidden versus Crownlings Turn Based Strategy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterForbiddenCrownlings Turn Based Strategy
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.6 (57 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—80.6% of reviews
Number of ratings—57 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size194 MB512 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperCherie MatthewsAngry Banana

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Forbidden

One-time3
  • 600 Gold Coin$0.90
  • 1000 Coins$3.99
  • 1200 Coins$4.99
23 purchases

Crownlings Turn Based Strategy

One-time23
  • Tiny Gems Pack$0.99
  • Level Up 3-4$0.99
  • Starter Pack$0.99
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  • Tiny Gold Pack$0.99
  • Level Up 4-5$2.99
  • Golem Card Early Access$4.99
  • Level Up 5-6$4.99
  • Small Gems Pack$4.99
  • Few Magic Cards$4.99
  • Gold Pouch$4.99
  • Cavalry Card Early Access$8.99
  • Level Up 6-7$9.99
  • Lots of Magic Cards$9.99
  • Tiny Gold Pile$9.99
  • Dragon Card Early Access$14.99
  • Small Gold Pile$19.99
  • Gems Pile$19.99
  • King Pack of Magic Cards$24.99
  • Level Up 7-8$24.99
  • Level Up 8-9$49.99
  • Medium Gold Pile$49.99
  • Level Up 9-10$99.99
  • Mega Gold Pack$99.99

Questions

Is Forbidden free?
Forbidden is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Crownlings Turn Based Strategy free?
Crownlings Turn Based Strategy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Forbidden or Crownlings Turn Based Strategy have ads?
Neither Forbidden nor Crownlings Turn Based Strategy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Forbidden or Crownlings Turn Based Strategy?
Forbidden ships an update every 5 weeks, and Crownlings Turn Based Strategy every 9 days. Most recently, Forbidden was updated on October 7, 2026 and Crownlings Turn Based Strategy on October 16, 2026.

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