Comparing the Popularity of Clash of Clans and Clash Royale: Which Takes the Crown?
Supercell, a Finnish mobile game company acquired by Tencent in 2015, has been dominating the mobile game market with its two most famous titles: Clash of Clans (CoC) and Clash Royale. Over the years, both games have garnered incredible popularity, with millions of players worldwide glued to their screens. But, with such a massive user base across both games, the question remains, which one is more popular? In this article, we’ll delve into the statistics and details to answer this question and explore interesting facts about both games.
1. Is Clash of Clans or clash royale more popular? Spoiler alert: according to various reports and data provided by Supercell, Clash of Clans dominates the popularity charts, with a broader player base and more extensive revenue.
Here is a rough breakdown of the user base from 2019:
| Clash of Clans | Clash Royale |
|---|---|
| Average daily active users: 3M | Average daily active users: 1.5M |
| Average downloads: 500M | Average downloads: 200M |
While neither game has publicly disclosed its subscriber numbers, these statistics suggest Clans has a significant edge over Clans Royale.
What do these numbers mean?
| Aspect | Possible Implications |
| Clans has a broader player base → | More players are interested in long-term strategy vs. short-term, frenetic gameplay |
| More robust revenue → | Higher ARPDAU (Average Revenue per DAU), indicating players willingness to spend money |
2. Why is Clash of Clans more Popular?
Several factors contribute to COC’s enduring popularity:
• Long-term strategy: Clans requires players to plan, build and advance their village over time, which resonates with players who enjoy strategic thinking
• Social interaction: Sharing resources, joining clans, and warring with friends creates a strong foundation for community engagement
• Constant updates: Supercel
l continuously releases new Content, events, and game modes that keep players engaged and excited
to explore
3. What made Clash Royale popular?
AR’s success can be attributed to:
**Competitive gameplay**: The clash of cards requires quick reflexes and analytical thinking, appealing to **players keen on PvP**•
Fast-paced, one-on-one battles: The format leads to short, intense matches and a sense of accomplishment
in winning
4. Are The Games Different?
Main differences:
| CoC | Clash Royale (CR) |
|---|---|
| Base-building/Town Hall | Card draw/Deck-building |
| Slow-paced, strategic gameplay | Fast, competitive gameplay |
| Emphasized on resource management | Focuses on card synergy and strategy |
_What about the similarities?, you ask? Both games boast:
• Micro-transaction-based monetization schemes
• Social Aspects: Join clans/invasions, participate in Chat, and engage with friends
How do these differences affect gamer preferences?
| Player Prefer | COC (Strategy) | CR (Competitive) |
| They enjoy long-term strategy in building and managing their village | Strongly agree | Neutral/Objective |
| They prioritize multiplayer, competitive gameplay, and deck-building | Moot point | Strongly agree |
According to these differences, gamers looking for a strategic, long-term plan will likely prefer CoC whereas those who enjoy fast-paced, competitor-based gameplay will gravitate towards CR.
5. Additional Notable Statistics:
- Conversion rate: CoC’s average rating is 4.5 stars against CR’s 4.1 stars at the time of writing.
- Downtime: Clash Royals’ server downtime in summer 2020 led to an enormous backlash from players.
- Clash of Clans is the [top-grossing mobile game of all time
](https://www.statista.com(statistics/1053450/cumulative-revenue-game-industry-worldwide/%20).
8 Popular FAQs and Answers:
Q1 What is the difference between Clash of Clans and Clash Royale?
**A1: Confirmed differences are outlined above to help players understand the unique selling Proposition of each game.
Q2 Does Clash of Clans still gain popularity?
A2, Yes, with regular updates, introducing new features, and engaging content releases, CoC remains quite popular.
Q3 Is Clash Royals’ competitive scene healthy right now?
**A3_, The competitive scene has faced setbacks recent years, with some tournaments showing low viewership numbers yet still maintaining a loyal following globally.
Q4 Can you buy Clash of Clans for Cash?
**A4: While No, players can purchase Gems; the game does not offer the sale of the game itself.
Q5 is Clash Royale a pay-t0-win game?
A 5: While some might contend that CR is a pay-to-win strategy, the game’s competitive aspect lies in deck-building, strategy deployment, and card synergy rather the sheer spending of money.
FAQ6 What are the most significant achievements in Clash of Clans?
A According to Supercell, notable triumphs include the Gamble’s Castle being updated, War League format changes, and new Dark/Elixir Drills feature.
Q7 Does an account for Clash of Clan work on Clash Royale and vis versa?
A7**: Unfortunately Yes, separate accounts are required for coC and CR, as each employs different servers and game structures distinct from one another.
Q 80 What are the most recent tournaments for Clash Royale?|
A8: As of article writing, Clash Royale World tours, and regional tournaments are happening regularly, with the season 1 finale closing in 2020.
In conclusion, in terms of popularity, Clash of Clans takes the crown, with a broader active user base and more significant Revenue. However, Clash Royale garners its own dedicated following fueled by competitive gameplay and strategic card battles