Crying Suns
Strategy · Paid · 4.8 out of 5 from 2,151 ratings
A story-rich tactical space roguelike where you command a fleet across a fallen empire, blending FTL's exploration with RTS combat and a dramatic sci-fi narrative.
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GenreStrategy
PricePaid
Difficultyhard
Ad intensitynone
In-app-purchase pressurenone
Typical sessionlong
DeveloperAlternative Shift
Rating4.8 out of 5 from 2,151 ratings
What players like
- Compelling story that unfolds across 6 chapters with major twists
- Strategic combat system with ship upgrades and squadron management
- No ads or pay-to-win mechanics—full experience with one purchase
- Excellent atmosphere inspired by Dune and Foundation
- FTL-like roguelike progression that respects player investment
Common complaints
- Frequent crashes during battles, especially late-game chapters, forcing replays
- Combat feels repetitive and menu-heavy with less impactful choice than promised
- Long dialogue sequences without save points before difficult bosses
- Game Center save check can freeze on startup with no skip option
- Difficulty balancing makes healing mechanics feel pointless on harder difficulties
What real reviews say
★★★★★ Beautifully done! If you’re looking for a calm and casual paced adventure look no further! This game gets 5 stars and a review from me! The experience is amazing. Simple to learn and the game meta is a pleasant experience. You start at a certain point with your desired ship and officers and progress through a variety of small events in order to gain resources that allow you to make up
★★★★★ Amazing strategy game BUT Amazing game but PLEASE let me play my own audio while playing. If I am listening to a podcast or music it pauses when I open the app
★★ Missed opportunity The concept is good. The RTS space battles are generally well done. The difficulty is dreadfully unbalanced. It is either no challenge on easy or practically unwinnable on normal (sector 1, fighting an enemy with more and higher level squadrons before you’ve had a chance to improve your ship). T
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