Clue: Classic Edition vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Clue: Classic Edition's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

	Clue: Classic Edition This App	Wingspan: The Board Game Nemesis	Root Board Game Contender	Raiders of the North Sea Peer	Sagrada Peer	Terraforming Mars New Kid	Everdell New Kid
Core Identity
Developer	Marmalade Game Studio	Monster Couch	Dire Wolf Digital	Dire Wolf Digital	Dire Wolf Digital	Twin Sails Interactive	Dire Wolf Digital
Category	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Board	Games
Platform	Android, iOS	iOS	Android, iOS	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	Android, iOS	Android, iOS
Store Metrics
Rating	4.7 / 5	4.8 / 5	4.9 / 5	4.6 / 5	4.7 / 5	4.5 / 5	4.8 / 5
Ratings Count	35,258	12,509	4,892	639	801	7,320	2,453
Price	USD5.99	$9.99	$4.99	$9.99	$9.99	$8.99	$4.99
Release Date	Jan 9, 2017	Jul 20, 2021	Sep 24, 2020	Jul 31, 2019	Mar 31, 2020	Dec 3, 2019	Jul 28, 2022
Last Updated	Jul 21, 2025	Jan 29, 2026	Mar 11, 2026	Sep 29, 2025	Sep 18, 2025	Apr 7, 2026	May 19, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment	mixed	-	positive	-	-	-	mixed
Score	65/100	-	75/100	-	-	-	55/100
Praises	Nostalgic board game adaptation provides an authentic and portable experience for long-time fans	-	Cross-platform account synchronization allows players to transition between mobile and desktop play sessions seamlessly	-	-	-	Faithful digital adaptation of the board game mechanics provides an accessible experience for tabletop fans High quality art and sound design create an immersive atmosphere for long-term board game enthusiasts
Complaints	Frequent game freezing and application crashes disrupt matches and force users to quit	-	Lack of a competitive ranking system leads to frequent player abandonment during online matches	-	-	-	Lack of an undo button leads to accidental moves and wasted turns during gameplay sessions Unstable server connections cause players to be kicked from active multiplayer games without recourse
Requests	Implementation of speed-based matchmaking tiers to prevent stalling by slow-moving online opponents	-	Implementation of a competitive Elo-based ranking system to discourage match abandonment	-	-	-	Expansion content availability is requested to increase replayability and depth for veteran board game players
Strategic Intel
Strengths	Cross-platform multiplayer network effects sustain group-play retention 3D Tudor Mansion visual fidelity justifies premium price point	-	Faithful mechanical adaptation of physical board game rules Cross-platform account synchronization across mobile and desktop Immersive woodland art and sound design	-	-	-	Faithful tabletop adaptation sustains organic interest High-fidelity art assets drive immersion Cross-platform multiplayer expands potential player base
Weaknesses	Technical instability in the latest version causes match-ending freezes Base game perceived as incomplete due to aggressive expansion monetization	-	Lack of competitive ranking system for online play High cumulative cost of expansion content Inconsistent AI behavior in solo sessions	-	-	-	Server instability causes match drops UI scaling issues on mobile devices Premium price point above casual-game median
Pricing	paid	paid	paid	paid	paid	paid	paid
Momentum	Maintenance	Steady	Maintenance	Maintenance	Maintenance	Intense	Active
Update Cadence	2 versions, ~91d avg	5 versions	5 versions, ~22d avg	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions, 4 majors/6mo, ~22d avg

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