A Game of Thrones: Board Game vs its rivals

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	A Game of Thrones: Board Game This App	Root Board Game Nemesis	Through the Ages Contender	RISK: Global Domination Peer	Ticket to Ride® Peer	Wingspan: The Board Game Peer	Twilight Struggle Peer	Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links New Kid	Hearthstone New Kid
Core Identity
Developer	Twin Sails Interactive	Dire Wolf Digital	CGE Digital s.r.o.	SMG Studio	Marmalade Game Studio	Monster Couch	Playdek, Inc.	KONAMI	Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
Category	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games
Platform	iOS	Android, iOS	iOS, Android	iOS, Android	Android, iOS	Android, iOS	Android, iOS	iOS, Android	iOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating	3.0 / 5	4.9 / 5	4.9 / 5	4.7 / 5	4.6 / 5	4.8 / 5	3.8 / 5	4.7 / 5	4.2 / 5
Ratings Count	61	4,892	5,120	186,254	10,469	12,450	65	89,466	119,505
Price	USD9.99	$4.99	$9.99	Free	$4.99	$9.99	$7.99	Free	Free
Release Date	Apr 7, 2021	Sep 24, 2020	Sep 15, 2017	Dec 3, 2015	Dec 12, 2023	Jul 20, 2021	Jun 24, 2016	Jan 11, 2017	Apr 16, 2014
Last Updated	Feb 8, 2023	Mar 11, 2026	Feb 19, 2026	Apr 22, 2026	May 13, 2026	Jan 29, 2026	Dec 18, 2025	Mar 24, 2026	Apr 16, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment	negative	positive	-	negative	terrible	-	-	mixed	terrible
Score	25/100	75/100	-	25/100	15/100	-	-	47/100	18/100
Praises	Core board game mechanics provide deep strategic engagement for solo players	Cross-platform account synchronization allows players to transition between mobile and desktop play sessions seamlessly	-	Core strategic gameplay loop provides high replay value for long-term users	Core strategy gameplay loop remains highly engaging for long-term fans of the board game	-	-	Nostalgia and Anime Fidelity Gameplay Format	Core Gameplay Mechanics
Complaints	Multiplayer sync failures and game-breaking freezes prevent match completion	Lack of a competitive ranking system leads to frequent player abandonment during online matches	-	Frequent connection drops and failed rejoining attempts disrupt active multiplayer matches	Frequent application crashes during online matches render the game effectively unplayable for most users	-	-	Frequent Freezing and Crashing PVP Balance and Meta Issues	Technical Instability & Crashes Privacy & Doxing Concerns
Requests	Expansion content including the Mother of Dragons set is highly requested	Implementation of a competitive Elo-based ranking system to discourage match abandonment	-	Offline mode improvements to allow meaningful play without network dependency	Refunds or tangible compensation requested for paid content that is currently inaccessible	-	-	-	-
Strategic Intel
Strengths	Asymmetric house mechanics drive high replayability for strategy enthusiasts Faithful rule adaptation sustains brand credibility among tabletop fans	Faithful mechanical adaptation of physical board game rules Cross-platform account synchronization across mobile and desktop Immersive woodland art and sound design	-	10-year update cadence sustains content freshness Cross-platform account sync protects lifetime value Official Hasbro IP provides immediate brand recognition	Asynchronous play enables long-term engagement loops [Retention Metric] Companion app integration drives social virality [Acquisition Lever]	-	-	Massive 9-year content library and canon integration High-fidelity 3D animations and original anime voice acting Optimized mobile-first 'Speed Duel' format	Warcraft IP integration Battlegrounds mode as a retention moat Mature cross-platform sync
Weaknesses	Multiplayer sync failures prevent match completion Purchase restoration bugs block access to paid DLC 3★ rating on iOS reflects persistent technical instability	Lack of competitive ranking system for online play High cumulative cost of expansion content Inconsistent AI behavior in solo sessions	-	Frequent connection drops disrupt multiplayer sessions Aggressive ad-frequency drives negative sentiment Lack of offline AI improvements limits solo-play utility	Frequent online crashes during matches [Stability Metric] Aggressive monetization of inaccessible content [Sentiment Trend]	-	-	Severe technical instability on flagship Android devices (Samsung S25/Tab S9) High friction for veterans due to unskippable tutorials Perceived 'Pay-to-Win' barrier in endgame competitive play	Severe technical debt (login loops/crashes) 10GB+ storage requirement Real-name exposure privacy bug
Pricing	paid	paid	paid	freemium	paid	paid	paid	freemium	freemium
Momentum	Zombie	Maintenance	Active	Active	Maintenance	Active	Steady	Active	Active
Update Cadence	5 versions, ~142d avg	5 versions, ~22d avg	5 versions	5 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~10d avg	5 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~37d avg	5 versions	5 versions	5 versions, 4 majors/6mo, ~25d avg	5 versions, 4 majors/6mo, ~8d avg

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