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Cradle of Empires・Match 3 game

AWEM GAMES LTD · Games · United States store
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Revenue a month, worldwide EST
$85.1K
Likely $28.4K to $255.2K
▼ 89.8% in 6 days
New ratings
Tracking
Daily counts start building from today
Rating
4.6 of 5
35.2K ratings in this store
Countries it ranks in
1
was 1 on Oct 17, 2026

Revenue

Estimated from the grossing charts of Oct 23, 2026 in the 53 countries we track, and ratings growth on the App Store.

EST. REVENUE / YEAR · WORLDWIDE
$1M
Both stores combined. Small app estimate, so no split per store
EST. LIFETIME DOWNLOADS
1.2M to 3.5M
Estimated from ratings count
WHERE IT EARNS · EST. / MONTH
  • Germany #51 Games: Puzzle (Play)$40.5K · 48%
  • France #80 Games: Puzzle (Play)$11.8K · 14%
  • Italy #87 Games: Puzzle (Play)$7.3K · 9%
  • Spain #76 Games: Puzzle (Play)$6.5K · 8%
  • Australia #70 Games: Puzzle (Play)$5.5K · 7%
  • Netherlands #55 Games: Puzzle (Play)$5.2K · 6%
  • Belgium #44 Games: Puzzle (Play)$2.6K · 3%
  • Austria #71 Games: Puzzle (Play)$1.8K · 2%
3 more countries
  • Switzerland #74 Games: Puzzle (Play)$1.8K · 2%
  • Vietnam #64 Games: Puzzle (Play)$1.6K · 2%
  • Pakistan #84 Games: Puzzle (iOS)$375 · 0%
HOW SURE ARE WE
Small app: combines its grossing ranks with ratings growth (666 new ratings a month on average since launch). Tested on 418 apps with verified revenue: typically off by about 2.6 times, so the range is wide. Countries we don't track (and Google Play in China, which doesn't exist) aren't included, and neither are ads or web payments. Gross revenue before store fees.
RATINGS
35.2K
AVG RATING
4.59
PRICE
Free
AGE
12.4y
LAST UPDATE
13d ago
VERSION
9.4.5
SIZE
287 MB
AGE RATING
4+

Last 30 days

From our daily snapshots of every grossing chart.

DAYS IN A GROSSING CHART
5 / 30
COUNTRIES NOW
0 (was 0)
EST. REVENUE A MONTH, DAILY · BOTH STORES EST
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Oct 17, 2026$16K a month
Oct 18, 2026$52.3K a month
Oct 19, 2026$38.3K a month
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Oct 23, 2026$1.6K a month
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The same estimate as the headline, saved every day. Best rank Sep 25, 2026: not ranked. Now: not ranked.

Money and momentum

Measured from the store, not estimated.

WHAT IT CHARGES
10 purchases listed
  • Handful of crystals$1.99
  • Pocket of Crystals$4.99
  • Cart of crystals$19.99
  • Chest of crystals$9.99
  • Ship of crystals$49.99
  • Island of crystals$99.99
  • New Bank Special$1.99
  • New Bank Special$4.99
Top in-app purchases as listed on the App Store, in local prices.
REVIEW MOMENTUM
1.5 reviews / week
  • Trendfalling
  • Recent reviews average3.0 stars
  • Recent 1 and 2 star share44%
From the latest 500 written reviews, covering 2345 days. The store only returns this many, so this is the most recent slice.
RELEASE CADENCE
2 updates in 90 days
  • Typical gap between releases31 days
From the last 25 versions listed on the App Store.
RATING BREAKDOWN
35.2K ratings
5★75%
4★15%
3★5%
2★2%
1★2%

What users want

From the latest 500 reviews on the United States App Store, May 22, 2020 to Oct 12, 2026: 44% are 1 or 2 stars. Open a theme to read what people wrote.

WHAT THEY COMPLAIN ABOUT · SHARE OF BAD REVIEWS
Price and subscription29%

63 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ Instead of encouraging me to spend money, it has taken the enjoyment out of the game.
★★★★★ I have been willing to spend money on purchases in this game in the past but will no longer be spending money on something I can no longer enjoy playing.
★★★★★ Every time they release an “update” to this game, the graphics get uglier, more cartoonish, and the attempts to coerce players into paying real money get worse.
Worse after an update17%

37 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ I have enjoyed Cradle of Empires for a long time, but I am very disappointed with the latest update.
★★★★★ After enjoying this game for years, the newest update degrades the previously great graphics to little more than cartoons.
★★★★★ Every time they release an “update” to this game, the graphics get uglier, more cartoonish, and the attempts to coerce players into paying real money get worse.
Lost data, sync, backup15%

33 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ Already removed and deleted.
★★★★★ I synchronized my games and loss my progress level 76 back to the beginning.
★★★★★ Do not like that it that you have to buy 3 hammers at a time instead of 1, so I guess you have just lost a long time player.
Limits, credits, locked features9%

19 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ But it seems very difficult to get the tokens to complete the collections, even if I go looking for them specifically, they rarely appear.
★★★★★ Now to continue you would have to pay money to play.
★★★★★ Game locked up for three days now.
Too many ads8%

17 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ You cant even play the game there are so many long ads that you have to reboot the game to get out of just to start over again.
★★★★★ Sorry, but I do not think that any game should inflict long-winded, annoying ads WITHOUT ANY WAY TO GET OUT OF THEM and not even having a timer after which you can do so.
★★★★★ What I truly don't like about this game is the ads won't let you go even after you go through a 30 second countdown timer they won't let you out without tapping the screen feels like a million times… I'm about getting…
Bugs, things not working4%

8 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ Newest version tried to get you to spend $$ every time you fail a puzzle by showing you what you'd get by purchasing & using gemstones.
★★★★★ Sad to see Awem surrender to the greed bug.
★★★★★ This game is fun but every time it is up dated, it has many bugs.
Missing features4%

8 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ It's bad enough that the pink paws competitions have no way to opt out- I don't play this to compete with other players - and if you don't want to compete you can't play 6 out 8 puzzles per category during it, but now…
★★★★★ The new mini challenges are fun but the reward at end of Christmas event never awarded. You have to watch you are getting charged correctly for in game purchases.
★★★★★ Very tired of not being able to complete anything and the lack of reward for playing.
Crashes and freezes3%

7 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ Today, after an update I can't even play because it just crashes.
★★★★★ But for some reason the last few days every time I go to play it won't open so I can no longer play it on my iPad.
★★★★★ Plus ive tried to write this 4 times and it keeps crashing before im finished.
WHAT THEY ASK FOR
  • I wish there was a flat out way to bypass modes without the trick of buying power ups because it takes so much money to try to accomplish. 5★, Mar 23, 2026
  • Why would you add a timer? 1★, Jun 4, 2025
  • I don't need a puzzle game showing me moves, and there's no way to stop it that I can find 1★, Feb 10, 2023
  • I've tried 3 times with Awen and all they say is they see crashes (but those are when I just back out as I don't want to wait and I've explained that) and that I need a better internet connection so try resetting my… 3★, Mar 17, 2022
  • If this game we're truly free, level or house rewards should include crystals. 1★, Mar 15, 2022
  • I'm not very happy right at this moment could you please let me know why this all occurred. 5★, Dec 27, 2021
  • Just wish it was easier to get more playing points. 5★, Jul 13, 2021
  • All it did was open the cave to add more things to find!!!!! 1★, Jul 4, 2021
WORDS THAT KEEP COMING UP IN BAD REVIEWS
new update11spend money12another game7fun anymore6taken away6playing the game7unless you spend5play this game10latest update7spending money4impossible to win4game where4
WHAT THEY LOVE · SHARE OF GOOD REVIEWS
Fun, addictive46%

99 of the 4 and 5 star reviews.

★★★★★ Since I'm kinda old-style myself, I'm enjoying it immensely.
★★★★★ I actually put the game down for a spell because I felt like it was becoming addictive.
★★★★★ Great game! And if you can snag the $5 battle pass it's even better!
Worth the money2%

5 of the 4 and 5 star reviews.

★★★★★ I would give it 5 stars but I no longer receive the free rewards video.
★★★★★ When I update tho, I never get the free emeralds.
★★★★★ I love the game and have always watched the videos to get free gems and goodies.
Fast2%

4 of the 4 and 5 star reviews.

★★★★★ The responses are fast and very detailed.
★★★★★ Great game only one flaw......energy points run out too fast and game ends.
★★★★★ A little mindless, but it makes the time go fast!
Easy to use1%

3 of the 4 and 5 star reviews.

★★★★★ Easy to play the all seeing eyes
★★★★★ I love the graphics and the challenges (not too hard and not too easy) I give 5 stars for the fact you can win infinite lives for an hour and you don't need to use them immediately.
★★★★★ Easy to play, just follow the instructions.
Looks great1%

3 of the 4 and 5 star reviews.

★★★★★ It's fun, interesting, takes a bit of skill, and looks beautiful!
★★★★★ Great graphics make the game quest more enjoyable!
★★★★★ In the Match-3 Section ! Thank you !✨💜🥳💜✨

Found by matching words and phrases in the reviews, not read by a person. A review can count toward more than one theme.

What users say

Latest reviews, United States App Store.

★★★★★Oct 12, 2026
Fortune wheel

It’s giving always same and lower reward

★★★★★Sep 28, 2026
Improvement

More detailed instructions

★★★★★Sep 8, 2026
Do not waste your time. AD infestation

You cant even play the game there are so many long ads that you have to reboot the game to get out of just to start over again. Many other ads you could be playing without this annoyance.

★★★★★Sep 8, 2026
Walking away

I have enjoyed Cradle of Empires for a long time, but I am very disappointed with the latest update. Since boosters were added at the beginning of each game, the levels seem noticeably more difficult and less enjoyable. I have no objection to in-game purchases when they add something worthwhile to a game I already enjoy. However, this update makes me feel that the difficulty was deliberately increased to pressure players into purchasing boosters. Instead of encouraging me to spend money, it has taken the enjoyment out of the game. The developers have every right to make these changes, but as a player, I also have the right to walk away. Unfortunately, that is what I have decided to do. I hope the developers reconsider these changes, because this was once a game I genuinely enjoyed.

★★★★★Sep 6, 2026
New Beginnings

Old version was getting tedious. Love the new format. Symbols are neat and vibrant. I will definitely keep playing ( not buying).

★★★★★Aug 11, 2026
Could be great

If the awards of free time wasn’t forced to be used immediately & wasn’t intruded upon by multiple pop up ads, this game would be much better. Additionally, the algorithms are so tight, it is impossible to make significant progress, therefore spending money is a definite no.

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Growth research

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Meta Ad Library ↗Active Facebook and Instagram adsTikTok Creative Center ↗Top performing TikTok adsTikTok creators ↗Organic videos mentioning the appInstagram ↗Reels and posts under its hashtagYouTube ↗Reviews, tutorials and ShortsDeveloper site ↗Landing page and pricing

ASO keywords

Most repeated terms in the listing. Highlighted ones also appear in the title.

match7ancient7empires6levels6cradle empires5games4puzzle4city4story4friends4matching games3building empires3three row3puzzle quest3ancient curse3ancient city3match levels3world3exciting3matching3cradle3game3uncover3empire3

What's new in 9.4.5

- Set course for the mysterious Mayan jungle! An epic adventure featuring brand-new merge mechanics kicks off October 12th! - 10 unique collections and new quests added!

Released Jun 5, 2014. Current version shipped Oct 10, 2026.

Store description

Are you ready for a journey in a world of exciting matching games, mysterious stories and fascinating landscapes? Welcome to Cradle of Empires — a captivating casual game that combines the excitement of building empires and puzzles with addictive gameplay. Embark on an epic match-3 journey through the ancient world in this three in a row puzzle quest, break an ancient curse, and uncover the mysteries of Empire! Relax with a unique mix of match-3 games and amazing adventures full of secrets. Restore the city, meet interesting characters, unlock new parts of the story and piece together fragments of the ancient civilization. UNIQUE GAMEPLAY Match gems and jewels, meet new friends, rebuild an ancient city and uncover a gripping story as you solve puzzles in ancient Egypt. INTRIGUING STORY Discover the heartbreaking story of how the city first fell under an ancient curse. Meet the pharaohs, the priests and the guardians of the empire, and unravel a truth hidden for centuries. EXCITING EVENTS Join limited-time events with exclusive rewards. Participate, compete with other players, and earn bonuses along the way! EXCITING MATCH-3 LEVELS More than 4500 levels and 6 different modes to play! Start with easy three in a row levels, then progress to more challenging levels that will test your skills and strategic thinking. No two levels are the same, providing endless hours of puzzle-solving fun! FRIENDS ALLIANCE Connect with your friends and play matching games together! Team up with friends, earn more rewards, and achieve victory in this jewel puzzle quest. BONUSES AND REWARDS Match tiles, merge jewels, and earn special power-ups, boosters, and bonuses. Use these powerful artifacts to win challenging match 3 levels. …and many more! If you love building empires and puzzle games, this is the perfect match 3 game for you! Cradle of Empires is a thrilling casual matching game that you can play online or offline. Join this addictive adventure, solve riddles, and unlock the mysteries of the ancient city. For over 12 years, players around the world have been restoring their own empire in Cradle of Empires. Are you ready to uncover the secrets of Empires? Download now and let the adventure begin! Join us on: facebook.com/cradleofempires Find us on: facebook.com/awemgames Have more fun: awem.com

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