Heroes Evolved vs its rivals

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

Core Identity
DeveloperNetDragon Websoft IncNetEase GamesThe Pokemon CompanyLevel InfiniteRiot GamesXD Entertainment Pte LtdDragonestRiot GamesSTILL GAMING PTE. LTD.Skystone Games Pte. Ltd.
CategoryGamesGamesGamesActionGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGames
PlatformAndroid, iOSiOS, AndroidAndroid, iOSAndroid, iOSAndroid, iOSiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating4.6 / 54.7 / 54.7 / 54.6 / 54.2 / 54.8 / 54.4 / 54.5 / 53.7 / 54.1 / 5
Ratings Count6,02921,316200,35189,10262,82781,1206,21277,7441,29726,095
PriceFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFree
Release DateApr 11, 2017Aug 3, 2018Sep 21, 2021Dec 19, 2017Mar 28, 2021May 26, 2022Jun 6, 2019Mar 18, 2020Sep 25, 2018Apr 1, 2025
Last UpdatedApr 15, 2026May 19, 2026Feb 26, 2026Apr 8, 2026Apr 9, 2026Jul 3, 2024Mar 26, 2026May 1, 2026Jan 26, 2026Mar 11, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentimentmixedmixednegativenegativenegativemixed-negative-negative
Score45/10045/10038/10025/10028/10045/100-35/100-22/100
Praises
  • Core gameplay mechanics provide an engaging experience similar to classic desktop MOBA titles
  • High-fidelity character designs and visual effects create a refreshing aesthetic experience for mobile MOBA players
  • Core Gameplay Enjoyment
  • Visuals and Content
  • Core MOBA gameplay loop provides fast and fun competitive matches for long-term players
  • Core Gameplay Quality
  • Portability
  • Core hero shooter mechanics provide a highly addictive and engaging competitive experience
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  • Deep strategic gameplay and high skill ceiling keep long-term players engaged across multiple seasons
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  • Core Gameplay Loop
Complaints
  • Frequent application crashes and login failures following the latest update disrupt daily play
  • Excessive matchmaking wait times in North American regions prevent consistent engagement with the core game loop
  • Monetization and License System
  • Matchmaking and Bot Issues
  • Widespread map hacking and cheating in ranked modes destroy competitive integrity for legitimate players
  • Technical Instability & Crashes
  • Matchmaking & Competitive Balance
  • Server connection failures and login loops prevent players from accessing matches post-update
  • Lack of developer support and content updates leads to a stagnant competitive environment
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  • Severe UI regressions post-update obscure critical information like gold counts during active matches
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  • US Server Migration & Account Loss
  • Regional Event Inequality
  • Broken Social Features
Requests
  • Offline training mode against AI to practice mechanics without competitive pressure
  • Global server consolidation to reduce matchmaking wait times for players in underpopulated regions
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  • Implementation of a robust anti-cheat system to identify and ban map hackers
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  • Regular content updates including new heroes and maps to revitalize the player base
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  • Restoration of removed game modes like Hyper Roll to provide shorter, casual play options
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Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • 13-language localization functions as a B2B distribution barrier
  • Multi-mode PVP increases session variety and ad-inventory
  • High-fidelity character models sustain organic interest
  • Diverse arcade modes prevent player burnout
  • Massive global IP recognition (Pokémon)
  • Seamless Nintendo Switch/Mobile cross-progression
  • Accessible 10-minute match format
  • Licensed DC Comics IP functions as a high-conversion acquisition funnel for non-MOBA fans
  • Strong global IP (League of Legends)
  • High graphical fidelity and mechanical depth
  • Fair-to-play monetization model
  • High-fidelity combat loop sustains core engagement
  • Auto-fire accessibility lowers barrier for casual entry
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  • Cross-platform account parity drives high session frequency
  • Seasonal set rotations prevent long-term player stagnation
  • League of Legends IP lowers new-user acquisition costs
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  • 10-second matchmaking infrastructure
  • Smart AI-assisted reconnection system
  • Strong US market rankings (#18 Grossing)
Weaknesses
  • Frequent launch crashes post-update
  • Matchmaking balance complaints
  • Persistent server latency
  • 15-minute matchmaking wait times in North America
  • Technical instability during loading screens
  • Aggressive monetization (License Journey) causing P2W perception
  • Poor Ranked matchmaking integrity (forced bot matches)
  • Slow pre-match ban phase (5-7 minutes)
  • 0.68★ Android-iOS rating gap on majority Android base
  • Severe technical crashes on Android (3.3 rating)
  • High hardware requirements for optimal play
  • Perceived matchmaking imbalances
  • Server connection failures erode daily active habit
  • 0.5★ Android-iOS rating gap indicates platform instability
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  • 0.02★ Android-iOS rating gap indicates technical debt
  • UI regressions in the latest update obscure match data
  • Lack of casual-friendly modes like Hyper Roll
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  • Technical failures in US server migration
  • Bot-heavy matchmaking in regular lobbies
  • Ineffective, bot-based customer support
Pricingfreemiumfreemiumfreemiumfreemiumfreemiumfreemiumfreemiumfreemiumfreemiumfreemium
MomentumMaintenanceSteady-SteadyActiveZombieIntenseIntenseIntenseActive
Update Cadence5 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~75d avg5 versions, 4 majors/6mo, ~28d avg-4 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~28d avg5 versions, 4 majors/6mo, ~19d avg2 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~6d avg5 versions5 versions, 5 majors/6mo, ~5d avg5 versions5 versions, 5 majors/6mo, ~14d avg

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