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Dark Clan: Squad Idle RPG vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Dark Clan: Squad Idle RPG's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

Dark Clan: Squad Idle RPG
This App
Idle Sword Master
Nemesis
CLICKPOCALYPSE II
Contender
Pew Pew Slime - Idle RPG
Contender
Dual Blader
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Rush Knights : Idle RPG
Contender
Luna Fantasy
Peer
Alchemia Story - MMORPG
Peer
Skyforce Unite!
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Lost Realm: Chronorift
Peer
Core Identity
DeveloperGameberry Studio IncMAD PIXELJim HayesX-LEGEND ENTERTAINMENT CO., LTD.SUPERBOX. IncSpringcomesAladdin GameAsobimo, Inc.Kairosoft Co.,LtdDROIDHEN LIMITED
CategoryGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesSimulationRole PlayingRole PlayingGamesGames
PlatformAndroid, iOSiOS, AndroidAndroid, iOSiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidAndroidAndroidAndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating4.7 / 54.5 / 54.2 / 54.8 / 54.6 / 54.5 / 54.5 / 54.2 / 54.7 / 54.8 / 5
Ratings Count5941,289194482884,87812,80163,767302112
PriceFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFree
Release DateJan 17, 2024Mar 18, 2025Apr 18, 2017Nov 4, 2025Aug 17, 2023Jun 16, 2024Jul 24, 2025Jun 12, 2018Jun 8, 2016Dec 22, 2023
Last UpdatedSep 17, 2025Mar 10, 2026Apr 21, 2017May 9, 2026Oct 22, 2025May 4, 2026Apr 1, 2026Apr 16, 2026May 30, 2024Feb 17, 2025
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentimentmixednegativepositive-positive---excellentmixed
Score45/10035/10085/100-85/100---85/10045/100
Praises
  • Berserk-inspired visual aesthetic and character design provide a compelling atmosphere for fans of the source material
  • Optional ad-based rewards allow players to progress without being forced into intrusive pop-up advertisements
  • Distraction-free gameplay
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  • Fast-paced idle mechanics
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  • Addictive management gameplay loop keeps players engaged through long-term progression and collection mechanics
  • Unique art style and character design provide a visually engaging experience for new players
Complaints
  • Frequent application crashes and server synchronization errors cause significant loss of earned rewards and progress
  • Persistent loading screen loops prevent users from accessing the game after the latest update
  • Lack of social features
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  • Repetitive arena combat
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  • Lack of cloud save functionality causes significant anxiety regarding potential progress loss for long-term players
  • Aggressive monetization and high cost of in-game items create a pay-to-win environment
Requests
  • Expanded language support including Spanish and Vietnamese to improve accessibility for the global player base
  • Permanent accessibility features like auto-merge and auto-buy would assist players with physical limitations
  • Social infrastructure
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  • Implementation of cloud save or account-based synchronization to protect long-term player progress
  • Implementation of localized language support to improve narrative comprehension for international players
Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • Manga-inspired art style drives high organic install velocity
  • Synergy-based combat mechanics provide depth beyond standard auto-battlers
  • Voluntary ad-reward model sustains organic engagement
  • Simple merge-to-evolve loop lowers entry friction
  • Dual-mode UI adapts to device orientation
  • Ad-supported model avoids pay-to-win friction
  • Pure idle loop targets low-friction preference
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  • 2,000-summon incentive drives high initial conversion [Android]
  • Alter Ego system increases gear-monetization depth [Feature Analysis]
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  • Card-based combat depth sustains session length
  • Retro pixel art aesthetic drives nostalgic retention
  • Cooperative expedition mechanics create social network effects
  • High-fidelity art style sustains organic install velocity
  • Guild-based Areopagus trials drive social retention
Weaknesses
  • 4.34 Android rating vs 4.70 iOS rating indicates platform-specific technical debt
  • Non-functional ad-skip packages trigger refund requests
  • Lack of developer communication regarding game-breaking bugs
  • Persistent loading loop prevents access
  • Aggressive pay-to-win walls block non-paying progression
  • Unreliable ad-reward delivery
  • No social guild infrastructure
  • Minimalist visuals lack high-production appeal
  • No cloud-save functionality
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  • Lack of guild-war social loops [Competitor Analysis]
  • Repetitive arena combat drives churn [Sentiment Analysis]
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  • Absence of cloud-save despite high request volume
  • 0.24 rating gap between iOS and Android
  • Recent introduction of intrusive full-screen ads
  • Premium hero acquisition costs exceed category median
  • Gear-swapping fees discourage tactical experimentation
Pricingfreemiumfreemiumfreefreemiumfreemiumfreemiumfreemiumfreemiumfreemiumfreemium
MomentumMaintenance-Zombie-Maintenance---MaintenanceMaintenance
Update Cadence5 versions-2 versions, ~3228d avg-5 versions---2 versions, ~600d avg3 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~213d avg

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