# What Beats Rock

> Smarter Rock Paper Scissors

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6740056293](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6740056293)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id6740056293`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Semih Cihan
- **Category:** Word
- **Rating:** 4.50 / 5 (1,323 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.22
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-31
- **First published:** 2025-01-11
- **Size:** 20 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/what-beats-rock/id6740056293)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.lagotgames.com/privacypolicy](https://www.lagotgames.com/privacypolicy)

## Description

What Beats Rock is an AI-powered twist on the classic Rock-Paper-Scissors game. Start with Rock, then brainstorm an option that beats it, and keep building a chain where every answer must beat the previous one. With endless combinations, creative prompts, and witty AI explanations, no two rounds are the same. Each answer comes with a unique emoji to keep things lively, and the AI offers humorous justification for why it beats the prior move.

Play solo or challenge friends to beat your high score, share your entire chain, and brag about your creativity. It's family-friendly, brain-boosting, and social—perfect for quick breaks, party nights, or a fun distraction. Download What Beats Rock to start the chain now.

## Rankings

- #49,421 — Overall

## Review summary

Many reviews praise the game as fun, creative, and enjoyable with friends or on the go. However, a dominant issue is the monetization model: a paywall to continue after a few rounds, a short 5-round limit, and perceived high or unclear pricing. Some users compare it to free alternatives and feel the value is not worth the cost. Occasional bugs also appear. Overall, strong concept and enjoyment are there, but paywalls and reliability hinder broad appeal.

### Pros

- Fun and engaging gameplay with a creative concept.
- Encourages creativity and learning.
- Fun to play with friends and family, and playable on the go.
- The game concept works well and can be enjoyable for short play sessions.

### Cons

- Paywall to continue beyond initial rounds; paying to keep playing is a major turnoff.
- Very limited free play (roughly 5 rounds) before payment is required.
- Perceived poor value due to high price or confusing pricing compared to free or cheaper alternatives.
- Occasional errors or bugs impacting gameplay.
- Accessible concerns for younger players who may not be able to pay.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6740056293)
