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Head-to-head

You Sunk vs High Seas Hero

You Sunk 4.6★ · Free + IAP 60
Winner High Seas Hero
High Seas Hero 4.8★ · Free + IAP 70

High Seas Hero is a better choice for players seeking a social, idle-style game with community interaction, while You Sunk is more suitable for those who prefer a classic, active submarine combat experience, despite its monetization issues.

Full reviews: You Sunk · High Seas Hero

High Seas Hero, despite recent developer neglect and pervasive pay-to-win mechanics, offers a social idle game experience with a strong community. You Sunk provides a more traditional submarine combat game, but is plagued by aggressive monetization, slow progression, and inconsistent updates that have alienated many long-time players.

Head to head

Gameplay Experience tieR5R6R10R17
You Sunk You Sunk offers active submarine combat, where players shoot torpedoes at enemy ships R5R17R59. However, recent updates have drastically changed the gameplay, with some users disliking the shift to a 'Battle Ship board game style' and finding it less engaging R10. Players also report issues with controls becoming too sensitive at higher levels and frequent interruptions during gameplay R6.
High Seas Hero High Seas Hero is primarily an idle game with a focus on upgrading and resource management, rather than active combat . Many users find the actual gameplay to be minimal, consisting mostly of clicking buttons and managing menus . The game is described as repetitive and boring by some, while others enjoy the simple, engaging nature of watching their boat battle in the background R93.
Monetization and Value tieR1R13R34R36
You Sunk You Sunk is heavily criticized for aggressive monetization, with users feeling forced to buy power-ups and subscriptions R1R13R36. Many describe it as a 'cash grab' with expensive in-game items and constant interruptions for purchases R34. There are requests for an ad-free version or a one-time payment option .
High Seas Hero High Seas Hero is widely considered a 'pay-to-win' game, where progress and competitiveness are heavily reliant on spending money R64R70R96. Users report that it's difficult to get stronger without spending thousands of dollars, and that the game's economy is volatile R70. While some acknowledge that spending money is optional, the constant push for purchases is a downside .
Technical Performance and Reliability tieR15R18R19R27
You Sunk You Sunk has mixed reviews regarding technical performance. Some users report that the game crashes on opening, especially after updates R19. Others experience issues with scores resetting, glitches with invisible ships, and problems with power-ups not working correctly R15R18R27. There are also reports of slow loading times and sound issues .
High Seas Hero High Seas Hero also faces significant technical issues, particularly related to connectivity and account access. Users report constant 'reconnecting' issues and freezing . A major problem is users being logged out and unable to log back in after updates, leading to lost progress . Some also complain about misleading screenshots in the app store that do not reflect the actual game .
Updates and Developer Support edge: You SunkR6R9R10R21
You Sunk You Sunk developers are noted for responding to reviews, which is a positive R6. However, recent updates have been controversial, with many users disliking changes to gameplay and finding them complicated or detrimental R9R10. Some updates have introduced new bugs or failed to fix existing ones, like crashing problems R27. There are also complaints about a lack of new content and improvements, leading to boredom R21.
High Seas Hero High Seas Hero suffers from severe developer neglect. Users widely report that the game is unsupported, delisted from official websites, and moderators are absent R61R86. There are no new updates or gift codes, and events are recycled R61. Players criticize developers for ignoring the community, nerfing premium content, and using AI for support R86. This neglect has led to dead servers and a lack of mergers R86.
Community and Social Features edge: High Seas HeroR12R68R93R99
You Sunk You Sunk does not appear to have strong community or social features. One user noted that simple things like creating a username seem unsupported R12. The focus is primarily on single-player gameplay.
High Seas Hero High Seas Hero, despite its flaws, is praised for its community and social interaction, particularly within guilds R68R99. Players enjoy chatting and find the community helpful for understanding the game R93R99. However, there are warnings about potential scammers sending friend requests .
Pick You Sunk if

you prefer a more active, classic submarine combat game with direct torpedo shooting, and you are willing to tolerate aggressive in-app purchases and inconsistent updates R5R17R59.

Pick High Seas Hero if

you are looking for an idle-style game with strong social and guild features, and you don't mind a 'pay-to-win' structure or significant developer neglect R68R99.

Evidence note: Reviews for You Sunk are more recent and highlight issues with updates and monetization, while High Seas Hero reviews emphasize developer abandonment and pay-to-win mechanics. The lifetime ratings are skewed, with High Seas Hero having a higher rating despite more negative recent feedback.

Frequently asked

What kind of gameplay does You Sunk offer?
You Sunk primarily offers active submarine combat where players shoot torpedoes at enemy ships, though recent updates have introduced a 'Battle Ship board game style' which some users dislike R10R17R59.
Is High Seas Hero a pay-to-win game?
Yes, many users describe High Seas Hero as a 'pay-to-win' game where significant progress and competitiveness require spending a substantial amount of money R64R70R96.
Are there issues with developer support for High Seas Hero?
Yes, High Seas Hero is widely reported to be unsupported by its developers, with absent moderators, no new updates or gift codes, and recycled events R61R86.
Does You Sunk have aggressive in-app purchases?
Yes, You Sunk is frequently criticized for aggressive monetization, with users feeling pressured to buy power-ups and subscriptions, and finding in-game items very expensive R1R13R34R36.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R5] You Sunk 5/5 · US I love this game: This game is so good and may be the coolest game I’ve ever played. I give it 10/10. Five stars definitely.
  2. [R6] You Sunk 3/5 · US was 2/5 not good frustrating … but i’ve noticed the devs always respond so 3/5: ok at first had promise and I only played it to get some money but then I realized I would have to beat 300 levels which to be fair was stated up front but would have been frustrating since the controls that weren’t too sensitive at first soon became so when the game gets harder and usually not a problem I like a chall
  3. [R10] You Sunk 1/5 · US This is like Battle Ship board game.: This review is for the new way of playing You Sunk that was available when I opened the app this morning. When I started the game I noticed it had changed to a Battle Ship board game style. I wanted to play the old style, shooting torpedoes, but couldn’t find a way to go back to the old style game. I played it once and do not like it. Now the game is just a g
  4. [R17] You Sunk 5/5 · US Sunk warship: Nice game sub battle
  5. [R1] You Sunk 1/5 · US Powerups: Game now is attempting to force me to buy powerups. I used to play a lot without buying the powerups. I guess if I have to wait too long I will quit playing and find another game to play
  6. [R13] You Sunk 1/5 · US Another Great Game RUINED: Well, I thought it was going to be fun; however, DEVELOPER GREED has ruined another game. Before you even play the game, they’re trying to hit you up for a subscription. Every 5 seconds they are trying to squeeze nickels out of you to the point it’s not even fun. This is to be expected, -game developers won’t settle for selling their game for a one time fair price.
  7. [R34] You Sunk 2/5 · US Opinions: As you can tell, I have a few opinions about this game, some negative, some positive. Let’s start with the negatives. It is bad to shoot the friendly ships, right? Then why make them so fast and easy to hit? No sense! Next, every in game item is way too expensive! I’m not gonna slave away for a thousand gold just to get one thing! On the positive note, the game has good graphics and simp
  8. [R36] You Sunk 1/5 · US Updates ruined it: It was a fun little game of shooting torpedoes at ships but a recent "upgrade" makes it difficult to play unless you buy more coins to keep your weapons available. I'm deleting it now.
  9. [R15] You Sunk 3/5 · US Score Not Sticking: For some reason my score keeps resetting to 0. It used to retain My last score. The coin amount is retained, but not my previous score. Please advise. Thanks.
  10. [R18] You Sunk 3/5 · US Landscape mode: Not being able to play in Landscape mode is frustrating. In landscape mode would allow a wider screen and easier operation. Note: I tried the App Support button; that that link only links to show games.
  11. [R19] You Sunk 1/5 · US Game not working: Used to be able to play the game but now it won’t even update and I get booted from the game
  12. [R27] You Sunk 3/5 · GB Gone down-hill: This used to be gem of a game, but since the last update with the fancy explosions, it’s now developed some bugs. When you hit a large ship in the middle, it explodes and vanishes, however it now seems to be invisible. You can still see the red blip on the radar. This means you now have to hit what is in essence a cloaked ship. Also the power ups don’t continue work once activ
  13. [R9] You Sunk 3/5 · US New Update Made It Complicated…: The new update tried to improve the game, I can appreciate that. A graphics overhaul, redesigned gameplay, new ships, and new enemies. It’s not working right, though. The upgrades for the new ships are as extremely expensive as the original ship was, and coins still take far too long to farm. The redesigned torpedo shot slightly changed the all-important timing pla
  14. [R21] You Sunk 3/5 · US Game’s fun but needs sprucing up: It’s gotten boring just same old; No improvements. Would like to see: * points for neutralizing enemy torpedos. * xtra points for sinking red attacking ships * please get rid of... notices like “quad kill”, “not so smart”, etc, - these block your view at critical seconds.
  15. [R12] You Sunk 3/5 · US Fun but seems orphaned: Plays ok but simple things like creating a user name seem unsupported presently
  16. [R68] High Seas Hero 5/5 · US Best game ever: I play on server 311 and I just wanna say best game ever only fun when u are locked in you can get good without spending money.. btw shoutout to (Dome) domain breakers. Best guild in the world
  17. [R93] High Seas Hero 5/5 · US Good but gets boring: You just sit their and chat to people it’s gambleing mostly
  18. [R99] High Seas Hero 5/5 · US Fun Game: Great game! Very interactive especially if you are in a great guild, everyone’s super helpful and the UI is easy to understand. There’s always something to do with all the content the devs push out!
  19. [R59] You Sunk 5/5 · US You Sunk: Best submarine (u-boat) war game to play on a phone!!
  20. [R64] High Seas Hero 1/5 · US Cash grab: Don’t get into this game. It’s fun the first maybe half a day to day. Then the only way to get power is by spending an ungodly amount of money. It’s a cash grab
  21. [R70] High Seas Hero 1/5 · US READ THIS!: Are you looking for a game to waste your entire pay check on? A game where everything you can do in one day takes 10 seconds and you don’t get stronger once so ever unless you spend 1000s of dollars? Play this game then. The top guilds are players using mommy and daddies money, and you can’t fight them unless you also spend a bunch of money. These types of games need be thrown into a p
  22. [R96] High Seas Hero 1/5 · US Pay to Win, Slot machine, AI Slop Scam: Another one of those “kingdom” games. You either take the micro-transactions route, spend ALL your money for maybe showing in the top 50 of the server for a week; Or you take the grind route, clicking button, spinning wheels over and over, until a player/bot 10x stronger than you, decides they don’t like you and vaporizes your base into oblivion within minut
  23. [R61] High Seas Hero 1/5 · US Game is now unsupported: Company delisted game from their official website, they are instead focusing on Kingshot and Whiteout Survival. The company moderators have been absent for months. No more weekly gift codes. No more updates or news of updates. Complete silence. Same tired in game events recycled over and over. The game is obviously in maintenance mode.
  24. [R86] High Seas Hero 1/5 · US They have forgotten us.: The devs of this game have completely given up on it. All they have done is nerf premium content once players have spent money. The majority of servers are dead, and they’ve done NOTHING to create a merger. They use AI for support so don’t expect an actual response. It’s sad really because a lot of people loved this game.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store