Crying Suns vs V Rising

A full spec-by-spec comparison of Crying Suns vs V Rising — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification Crying Suns Humble Bundle, Alt Shift V Rising Stunlock Studios
Overview
Release Date September 14, 2018 May 8, 2024
Availability Released Released
Age Rating Teen
Developer Humble Bundle, Alt Shift Stunlock Studios
Publisher Humble Bundle, Alt Shift Stunlock Studios
Official Site http://www.cryingsuns.com https://playvrising.com/
Gameplay
Genre RPG, Strategy, Indie Action, Adventure, Massively Multiplayer
Game Modes Single-player Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op
Perspective 2D
Average Playtime 4 hours 7 hours
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, iOS, Apple Macintosh PC
Available On GOG, App Store, itch.io, Steam, Epic Games Store Steam
PC Requirements
Minimum Requirements OS: Windows 7+ (32/64 bits) Processor: 2 GHz, dual-core Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: 1 GB VRAM DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 1 GB available space Additional Notes: Minimal resolution: 1024*768 Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64 bit Processor: Intel Core i5-6600, 3.3 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 1500X, 3.5 GHz Memory: 12 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti, 2 GB or AMD Radeon R7 360, 2 GB DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 7 GB available space Additional Notes: Minimum System Requirements might change in the future
Recommended Requirements OS: Windows 7+ (32/64 bits) Processor: 2,5 GHz, quad-core Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: 1 GB VRAM DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 1 GB available space Additional Notes: Minimal resolution: 1280*720 Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64 bit Processor: Intel Core i5-11600K, 3.9 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X, 3.7 GHz Memory: 12 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070, 8 GB or AMD Radeon RX 590, 8 GB DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 7 GB available space Additional Notes: Recommended System Requirements might change in the future
Critic & Community Scores
Community Rating 3.6 / 5 (58 ratings) 3.7 / 5 (175 ratings)

Crying Suns vs V Rising: which should you buy?

Both Crying Suns and V Rising are recent releases that cater to very different play styles, so the choice hinges on what you value most as a Filipino gamer. Crying Suns{\n}is a 2‑D indie RPG/strategy hybrid that runs on modest hardware – its minimum specs need only a 2 GHz dual‑core CPU, 2 GB RAM and a 1 GB graphics card, and it’s available on PC, iOS and macOS via multiple storefronts (Steam, GOG, Epic, App Store, itch.io). Its single‑player campaign lasts about four hours and carries a teen rating, making it ideal for short sessions on a laptop or tablet, especially if you have an older or low‑end PC. V Rising, by contrast, is a high‑octane action‑adventure MMO that demands a modern 64‑bit Windows 10 PC with at least an Intel i5‑6600/AMD Ryzen 5 1500X, 12 GB RAM and a dedicated GPU (GTX 750 Ti or better). It supports single‑player, multiplayer, co‑op and online play, and its average playtime is roughly seven hours per session, appealing to players who want longer, community‑driven experiences. The community ratings are close (3.6 vs 3.7), but V Rising’s hardware bar is significantly higher, so if you lack a recent desktop you’ll be limited to Crying Suns. Neither listing includes price, so budget‑sensitive buyers should check current store prices. In short, pick Crying Suns for low‑spec, quick, solo play across devices; choose V Rising if you have a capable PC and want a multiplayer‑focused, longer‑term adventure.

Frequently asked questions

Which game runs on older or low‑end PCs?

Crying Suns has minimal requirements (2 GHz dual‑core CPU, 2 GB RAM, 1 GB VRAM) and runs on Windows 7+, making it suitable for older or low‑end PCs, whereas V Rising needs at least a modern i5‑6600/ Ryzen 5 1500X and 12 GB RAM.

Which title offers multiplayer options?

V Rising supports single‑player, multiplayer, co‑op and online co‑op modes, while Crying Suns is strictly single‑player.

What platforms are each game available on?

Crying Suns is available on PC, iOS and macOS through Steam, GOG, Epic, App Store and itch.io; V Rising is only available on PC via Steam.

Which game has a longer average playtime?

V Rising’s average playtime is about 7 hours per session, compared to Crying Suns’ 4 hours.