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Dual Blader vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Dual Blader's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

Dual Blader
This App
Dark Clan: Squad Idle RPG
Nemesis
CLICKPOCALYPSE II
Contender
Idle Sword Master
Contender
Pew Pew Slime - Idle RPG
Contender
Rush Knights : Idle RPG
Contender
Luna Fantasy
Peer
Alchemia Story - MMORPG
Peer
Skyforce Unite!
Peer
Lost Realm: Chronorift
Peer
Core Identity
DeveloperSUPERBOX. IncGameberry Studio IncJim HayesMAD PIXELX-LEGEND ENTERTAINMENT CO., LTD.SpringcomesAladdin GameAsobimo, Inc.Kairosoft Co.,LtdDROIDHEN LIMITED
CategoryGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesSimulationRole PlayingRole PlayingGamesGames
PlatformAndroid, iOSAndroid, iOSAndroid, iOSiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidAndroidAndroidAndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating4.6 / 54.7 / 54.2 / 54.5 / 54.8 / 54.5 / 54.5 / 54.2 / 54.7 / 54.8 / 5
Ratings Count885941941,2894824,87812,80163,767302112
PriceFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFree
Release DateAug 17, 2023Jan 17, 2024Apr 18, 2017Mar 18, 2025Nov 4, 2025Jun 16, 2024Jul 24, 2025Jun 12, 2018Jun 8, 2016Dec 22, 2023
Last UpdatedOct 22, 2025Sep 17, 2025Apr 21, 2017Mar 10, 2026May 9, 2026May 4, 2026Apr 1, 2026Apr 16, 2026May 30, 2024Feb 17, 2025
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentimentpositivemixedpositivenegative----excellentmixed
Score85/10045/10085/10035/100----85/10045/100
Praises
  • Fast-paced idle mechanics
  • Berserk-inspired visual aesthetic and character design provide a compelling atmosphere for fans of the source material
  • Distraction-free gameplay
  • Optional ad-based rewards allow players to progress without being forced into intrusive pop-up advertisements
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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
  • Repetitive arena combat
  • Frequent application crashes and server synchronization errors cause significant loss of earned rewards and progress
  • Lack of social features
  • Persistent loading screen loops prevent users from accessing the game after the latest update
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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
  • Social infrastructure
  • Permanent accessibility features like auto-merge and auto-buy would assist players with physical limitations
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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
  • 2,000-summon incentive drives high initial conversion [Android]
  • Alter Ego system increases gear-monetization depth [Feature Analysis]
  • Manga-inspired art style drives high organic install velocity
  • Synergy-based combat mechanics provide depth beyond standard auto-battlers
  • Dual-mode UI adapts to device orientation
  • Ad-supported model avoids pay-to-win friction
  • Pure idle loop targets low-friction preference
  • Voluntary ad-reward model sustains organic engagement
  • Simple merge-to-evolve loop lowers entry friction
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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
  • Lack of guild-war social loops [Competitor Analysis]
  • Repetitive arena combat drives churn [Sentiment Analysis]
  • 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
  • No social guild infrastructure
  • Minimalist visuals lack high-production appeal
  • No cloud-save functionality
  • Persistent loading loop prevents access
  • Aggressive pay-to-win walls block non-paying progression
  • Unreliable ad-reward delivery
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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
MomentumMaintenanceMaintenanceZombie-----MaintenanceMaintenance
Update Cadence5 versions5 versions2 versions, ~3228d avg-----2 versions, ~600d avg3 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~213d avg

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