Comparison

Princess Protect vs GridCrack

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

Head to head
About

Princess Protect

Command legendary heroes in this strategy and action game to defend the kingdom from monsters and save the princess. Arrange formations, utilize hero skills, and adapt to dynamic defense challenges to survive.

Highlights
  • Summon and arrange hero formations
  • Deploy heroes based on monster colors
  • Dynamic defense strategy
  • Utilize various props and skills
  • Explore different terrain trajectories
  • Unlock royal family members and pets
  • Multiple character skins
Features
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Princess Protect: Dragon Wars - Epic Hero Adventure! ‌ The kingdom is in urgent need! The army of monsters is approaching, and the princess is in imminent danger! In this casual game that combines strategy and fast-paced action, you will command legendary heroes to build defenses and crush enemy attacks with wisdom and courage. Every decision is about survival - can you be the last hope of the kingdom? ‌ Core gameplay: Classification+New tower defense experience Summon heroes and arrange formations reasonably Deploy corresponding heroes based on monster colors, and different heroes have different skills! Choose the appropriate hero formation, and the hero will only travel to the combat area according to their own direction! Dynamic defense strategy The combat area is limited in location, so you need to prepare a strategic layout in advance! The shooting frequency of different heroes also varies, so it is necessary to plan reasonably to make appropriate choices! Racing against time The monster's movement speed increases as it enters the level, and any hesitation for a second could put the princess in danger! Game Features Various hero units and demons! Strategy Depth Prop usage: Different props have different skills. Reasonable use can bring great benefits and turn the tide at critical moments! Terrain trajectory: Different levels have different monster paths. By observing different trajectory paths, choose the appropriate influence to exit the station! Immersive experience Exquisite cartoon rendered fantasy kingdom, stunning art scenes, unlocking numerous members of the royal family (including their pets)! The princess will perform various actions based on the scene, and the scene and animation will make you feel like you are there! Why did you fall in love with this game? ‌ Leisure player friendly: automatic combat mechanism+concise tutorial, just a few seconds to get started. Hardcore player challenge: Perfect formation can achieve "no damage" achievement. Multiple character skins: Characters, monsters, and even weapons have multiple skins that can be replaced! Download Princess Protect: Dragon Wars now! ‌ Gather your hero team, protect the princess, and write your own tower defense legend!

About

GridCrack

Features
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GRIDCRACK is a code-cracking puzzle game wrapped in a neon-lit cyberpunk interface. Select codes from a grid, manage your buffer, and complete target sequences — all while alternating between rows and columns. TWO GAME MODES CRACK THE GRID — Pick a difficulty and solve the puzzle. Complete all sequences within your buffer limit to earn up to three stars. Plan your path carefully — every move counts. GRID RUSH — Race against the clock. Clear grids to earn bonus time and keep your run alive. Chase high scores and compete on weekly leaderboards. FOUR DIFFICULTY TIERS Start on Easy and work your way up. Each tier demands sharper strategy — tighter buffers, more sequences, and less room for error. Earn stars to unlock the next challenge. • Easy — Starter grid. Room to learn. • Medium — Tighter buffer. Sharper choices. • Hard — Complex sequences. Minimal slack. • Expert — 6×6 grid. No margin for error. GAME CENTER Compete on leaderboards for Grid Rush high scores, weekly runs, best streaks, and total stars. Unlock achievements as you progress. FEATURES • Procedurally generated puzzles — every game is different • Special cell types — blockers, wildcards, and decay cells • Animated Metal shader backgrounds and CRT overlay effects • Help mode highlights optimal moves while you learn • Full statistics tracking across both modes • Haptic feedback and custom sound design • Reduce Motion support for accessibility • Localized in English, Spanish, French, Russian, Arabic, and Chinese

Screenshots

Princess Protect4 screens
GridCrack3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GridCrack at none against Princess Protect's 20. GridCrack also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs fortnightly). Princess Protect's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price 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

Both are free to download. Princess Protect sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. GridCrack asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Princess Protect ships an update fortnightly, GridCrack every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Princess Protect versus GridCrack: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrincess ProtectGridCrack
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (8.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings8.1K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size217 MB23 MB
Age rating+412+
DeveloperWONDERFUL ENTERTAINMENT CO., LTD.Artur Shinkevich

Bugs and requests

Princess Protect

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • 🔍 Level 91 has an impossible move

GridCrack

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

20 purchases

Princess Protect

One-time20
  • Revive pack1$1.99
  • 400 coins$1.99
  • Starter Pack$2.99
Show 17 more
  • Never give up$3.99
  • Booster pack$3.99
  • Revive pack2$6.99
  • Bonus pack$6.99
  • Remove ads$6.99
  • Piggy Bank1$7.99
  • Happy Summer pack all$7.99
  • 1700 coins$7.99
  • Remove ADs bundle$7.99
  • Remove ad pack$9.99
  • Super Pouch$9.99
  • Piggy Bank2$12.99
  • 3500 coins$14.99
  • Royal Tray$19.99
  • Epic Chest$39.99
  • 15000 coins$54.99
  • 30000 coins$99.99
None

GridCrack

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Princess Protect free?
Princess Protect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GridCrack free?
GridCrack is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Princess Protect or GridCrack have ads?
Princess Protect shows ads; GridCrack does not.
Which is updated more often, Princess Protect or GridCrack?
Princess Protect ships an update fortnightly, and GridCrack every 2 days. Most recently, Princess Protect was updated on September 25, 2026 and GridCrack on September 9, 2026.

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