Comparison

Knight Survivor vs Cracker Head

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

Head to head
About

Knight Survivor

Engage in tactical RPG combat blended with roguelike strategy to defeat fire-breathing dragons. Every run offers a unique survival test where strategic choices and skill combinations are key to evolving your hero and forging a legend.

Highlights
  • Tactical RPG combat
  • Roguelike strategy
  • Dynamic dragon bosses
  • Endless roguelike builds
  • Strategic level diversity
  • Critical hit gear acquisition
Features
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Are you ready for the challenge, hero? In the world of Princess' Knight, the fate of the princess rests in your hands, but a fire-breathing dragon stands in your way! This is more than a test of strength—it's a battle of wits. Blending tactical RPG combat with deep roguelike strategy, every run is a unique, high-stakes test of survival. Unleash your inner warrior and forge your legend in one of the most thrilling survival RPGs ever! CORE GAMEPLAY: SLAY DRAGONS WITH MASTERFUL STRATEGY In Princess' Knight, every fight is a high-stakes chess match against unpredictable and powerful dragons. These aren't mindless beasts; they're cunning bosses with unique weaknesses and complex attack patterns. You'll need to: 1. STRIKE WITH PRECISION: Observe your foe like a puzzle, identify their vulnerabilities, and deliver devastating blows. Landing critical hits not only cripples the dragon but also expands your arsenal of powerful gear. 2. MAKE EVERY CHOICE COUNT: Experience true roguelike action! During the heat of battle, you'll choose one of three dynamically generated skills. Will you unleash a devastating offensive onslaught or deploy a tactical maneuver? Every decision shapes your combat style in real-time. 3. EVOLVE YOUR STRATEGY: Upgrades are more than just stat boosts. Each choice must complement your current strategy and pave the way for future challenges. Under the pressure of survival, your hero will evolve from a novice warrior to a master swordsman through your tactical decisions alone. KEY FEATURES: 1. DYNAMIC DRAGON BOSSES: Say goodbye to repetitive fights! Every boss in Princess' Knight is meticulously designed with unique behaviors and fatal flaws. Mastering their patterns and exploiting their weaknesses is the only path to victory. 2. ENDLESS ROGUELIKE BUILDS: Fusing the best of roguelike design, the game offers a massive pool of skills to discover. Create a new, powerful build every run, guaranteeing that no two playthroughs are ever the same and offering limitless replayability. Craft your ultimate warrior! 3. STRATEGIC LEVEL DIVERSITY: Each new stage demands a different tactical approach. Experiment with powerful skill combinations to carve a path through a perilous world and prove your strategic mastery. ANSWER THE CALL, HERO! Whether you're a hardcore veteran searching for your next great challenge or a newcomer drawn to deep strategic combat, Princess' Knight delivers a heart-pounding adventure from start to finish. This vast and dangerous world is waiting for its champion. Here, survival isn't just about enduring—it's about thriving under pressure and carving your name into legend. Hone your skills, forge your path, and save the princess. Your epic journey begins now. Are you ready?

About

Cracker Head

Engage in a rock-breaking adventure where you collect items, enhance your abilities, and recruit more characters to achieve victory. The game focuses on progression and strategic skill selection to overcome challenges.

Highlights
  • Break rocks
  • Collect items
  • Select skills
  • Recruit more men
  • Win the game
Features
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Break rocks, get items, select skills, get more men and win the game!

Screenshots

Knight Survivor4 screens
Cracker Head4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Knight Survivor at 59% against Cracker Head's 11%. Knight Survivor also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.8) and ratings volume (1K vs 81). Cracker Head's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Knight Survivor sells 14 one-off in-app purchases and Cracker Head sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Knight Survivor holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Knight Survivor has 1K ratings behind it against 81, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Knight Survivor's written reviews are positive against 11% of Cracker Head's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Knight Survivor ships an update every 3 weeks, Cracker Head every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Knight Survivor versus Cracker Head: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKnight SurvivorCracker Head
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1K ratings) — better1.8 (81 ratings)
Positive reviews59.3% of reviews — better11.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1K — better81
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
Best chart rank#88 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size513 MB492 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperMOBIBRAIN TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.Rollic Games

Customer experience

Knight Survivor

All ratings1,034 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral1.0%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews295 reviews
Positive59.3%
Neutral8.1%
Negative32.5%

Cracker Head

All ratings81 ratings
Positive11.1%
Neutral12.3%
Negative76.5%
Written reviews115 reviews
Positive11.3%
Neutral10.4%
Negative78.3%

In-app purchases

14 purchases

Knight Survivor

One-time14
  • Standard Pack 28$0.49
  • Standard Pack 1$0.99
  • Standard Pack 2$1.99
Show 11 more
  • Standard Pack 3$2.99
  • Standard Pack 4$3.99
  • Standard Pack 5$4.99
  • Standard Pack 6$5.99
  • Standard Pack 7$6.99
  • Standard Pack 9$8.99
  • Standard Pack 10$9.99
  • Standard Pack 11$10.99
  • Standard Pack 13$12.99
  • Standard Pack 19$19.99
  • Standard Pack 24$39.99
4 purchases

Cracker Head

One-time4
  • Energy Pack - 10$2.99
  • No Ads$6.99
  • Energy Pack - 40$8.99
Show 1 more
  • Energy Pack - 100$20.99

Questions

Is Knight Survivor free?
Knight Survivor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cracker Head free?
Cracker Head is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Knight Survivor or Cracker Head?
Knight Survivor is rated higher. Knight Survivor averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Cracker Head averages 1.8 from 81 ratings.
Do Knight Survivor or Cracker Head have ads?
Both Knight Survivor and Cracker Head show ads.
Which is updated more often, Knight Survivor or Cracker Head?
Knight Survivor ships an update every 3 weeks, and Cracker Head every 9 days. Most recently, Knight Survivor was updated on October 17, 2026 and Cracker Head on October 17, 2026.

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