Comparison

CloudGear vs Glory Ages

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

Head to head
About

CloudGear

This app enhances cloud gaming by delivering high-resolution, high-frame-rate streaming with advanced codec support and low latency. It transforms your mobile device into a portable gaming rig, supporting external displays, controllers, and desktop-class input.

Highlights
  • Stream in 5K, 120 FPS, and HDR
  • Low-latency custom rendering engine
  • Connect to external displays and AR glasses
  • Desktop-class mouse and keyboard control
  • Controller vibration support
  • Universal controller compatibility
Features
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CloudGear is the browser designed for gamers - custom-engineered to deliver the speed, visuals, and control that other browsers can't. Stream from GeForce NOW, Xbox Cloud Gaming, Amazon Luna, Boosteroid, or any browser-based game with performance and immersion mobile gaming has never had. Plug into a TV, monitor, or AR glasses and your iPhone or iPad becomes a portable gaming rig. No console required. UNCOMPROMISED PERFORMANCE - High-Resolution Gaming: Stream at up to 5K video on supported platforms. - Smooth Frame Rates: Up to 120fps for fast, responsive gameplay - plus frame pacing that helps to eliminate stutter. - Advanced Codec Support: H.265 and AV1 for efficient streaming at maximum quality. - Low-Latency Streaming: A custom rendering engine built for speed. Frames display sooner and gameplay feels closer to native. YOUR GAME, ANY SCREEN - External Display & AR Glasses: Connect to a TV, monitor, or AR glasses like XREAL, Rokid, VITURE, or RayNeo via USB-C or HDMI. CloudGear outputs at native resolution with no black bars, turning your iOS device into a portable gaming rig you can plug in and play anywhere. - Apple TV Companion: Pair your iPhone or iPad with the CloudGear app for Apple TV and hand games off to the big screen. - HDR & 10-Bit Color: High dynamic range and rich color depth bring games to life the way developers intended. - Configurable Video Sizing: Zoom, stretch, or manually position the stream to fill every inch of your display. - Spatial Audio & Surround Sound: Support for 7.1 channel surround sound and spatial audio. DESKTOP-CLASS GAMING CONTROLS - True Mouse Pointer & Keyboard Lock: Get the precision you need with mouse pointer lock that makes your mobile experience feel like playing on desktop. - Steam Controller: First-class Valve Steam Controller support - use its trackpad as a mouse, with full control remapping for keyboard-and-mouse only games. - Controller Vibration: Full rumble for any connected controller. For controllers without motors, vibration routes through your iPhone's Taptic Engine. - Virtual Mouse: No mouse or controller? Control a virtual pointer using touch gestures alone. - Universal Compatibility: Works with any iOS-supported Bluetooth or USB-C controller, plus external keyboards and mice. QUICK LAUNCH & WIDGETS - Quick Launch Bookmarks: Bookmark individual games and launch them with a single tap - no menus, no browsing. - Home Screen Widget: Add any game to your iOS Home Screen as a widget for instant access. - iCloud Sync: All bookmarks sync automatically across your devices via iCloud. CloudGear works with major cloud gaming services and enables the best experience for each: - GeForce Now: Up to 5K @ 120fps, H.265 & AV1 codec, HDR, 10-bit color, 7.1 surround sound - Boosteroid: Up to 4K @ 120fps, AV1 codec, HDR, custom resolution selection - Xbox Cloud Gaming: Up to 1440p video, built-in Better xCloud script manager for higher bitrate, improved input, and more - Amazon Luna: Up to 1080p @ 60fps, max resolution and bitrate unlocked even on iPhone - OnePlay: Up to 4K @ 120fps - HTML5 Gaming Sites: Full controller support, mouse pointer lock, and keyboard lock for browser-based games Actual streaming quality depends on each service's capabilities and your account tier. CloudGear enables the maximum quality available. Please note: CloudGear is a premium utility. A subscription or one-off lifetime purchase is required to access the browser and all features. A 7-day free trial is available for new subscribers. Disclaimer: CloudGear is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by GeForce Now, Boosteroid, Amazon Luna, OnePlay or Xbox. It is simply compatible with these third-party services in its capacity as a general web browser. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.cloudgear.app/privacy/

About

Glory Ages

Experience brutal Viking combat with a deep, skill-based system. Master parries, dodges, and active skills against advanced AI. Forge your legend with authentic gear and unlock new abilities in this offline action game.

Highlights
  • Skill-based combat system
  • Parry and dodge mechanics
  • Active combat skills
  • Advanced enemy AI
  • Deep hero progression
  • Authentic historical arsenal
  • Offline gameplay
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GLORY AGES Vikings is a hardcore tactical action game that transports you to the brutal age of the Northmen. Experience a deep, skill-based combat system from the creators of the hit Glory Ages Samurais. SKILL-BASED COMBAT Forget mindless button-mashing. Here, victory depends on your timing and ability to outsmart the enemy. Master the art of war: Parry & Dodge: Wait for the perfect window to launch a devastating counter-attack. Active Skills: Chain strikes and use special abilities to break your opponent's defense. Advanced AI: Every enemy has a unique fighting style. Some are aggressive, others are cautious—learn to read them all. FORGE YOUR LEGEND Deep Progression: Unlock new combat techniques and upgrade your hero’s attributes. Authentic Arsenal: A wide selection of historically inspired armors and sharpest swords. Cinematic Visuals: Fight across highly detailed locations with dynamic weather and atmospheric soundtracks. TRUE OFFLINE EXPERIENCE No Internet Required: Fully playable offline. Play Anywhere: The perfect high-quality action game for travel or commuting. Become a legend of the North. Your saga begins in GLORY AGES Vikings!

Screenshots

CloudGear4 screens
Glory Ages4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Glory Ages at every 2 days against CloudGear's every 3 weeks. Glory Ages also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). CloudGear's advantage is review sentiment (88% vs 73%). On price, rating, ratings volume and 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

Both are free to download. CloudGear sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Glory Ages sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CloudGear holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 569 and 600 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of CloudGear's written reviews are positive against 73% of Glory Ages's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CloudGear ships an update every 3 weeks, Glory Ages every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CloudGear versus Glory Ages: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCloudGearGlory Ages
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (569 ratings) — better4.7 (600 ratings)
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews — better73.5% of reviews
Number of ratings569600 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB345 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperBitwise Solutions LimitedVLADISLAV VASILEV

Customer experience

CloudGear

All ratings472 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral1.1%
Negative2.8%
Written reviews72 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral5.6%
Negative6.9%

Glory Ages

All ratings602 ratings
Positive92.7%
Neutral2.8%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews132 reviews
Positive73.5%
Neutral9.8%
Negative16.7%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

CloudGear

Subscriptions2
  • Full Unlock - 1 Month$1.991 Month
  • Full Unlock - 1 Year7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Full Unlock - Lifetime$39.99
11 purchases

Glory Ages

One-time11
  • Coin Pack 1$1.99
  • Crystals Pack 1$1.99
  • Starter Pack$4.99
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  • Coin Pack 2$4.99
  • No Ads$7.99
  • Crystals Pack 2$9.99
  • Legendary Equipment Pack$12.99
  • Coin Pack 3$14.99
  • Crystals Pack 3$19.99
  • Coin Pack 4$24.99
  • Crystals Pack 4$34.99

Questions

Is CloudGear free?
CloudGear is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Glory Ages free?
Glory Ages is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CloudGear or Glory Ages?
CloudGear is rated higher. CloudGear averages 4.8 out of 5 from 569 ratings, while Glory Ages averages 4.7 from 600 ratings.
Do CloudGear or Glory Ages have ads?
Neither CloudGear nor Glory Ages shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CloudGear or Glory Ages?
CloudGear ships an update every 3 weeks, and Glory Ages every 2 days. Most recently, CloudGear was updated on October 30, 2026 and Glory Ages on October 31, 2026.

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