Report updated Apr 4, 2026
Brave Nine - Strategy RPG
v2.61.20Fans of turn-based strategy RPGs and collectible character games who appreciate high-quality art and value time-saving, idle-friendly mechanics.
What Is Brave Nine - Strategy RPG?
Launched Mar 7, 2019
Updated Dec 2024
What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
What does it look like?
What are the key features?
Repeated battles that continue automatically even after the game is closed.
Deep tactical gameplay focusing on mercenary skill combinations, formation, and attack order.
Over 300 unique mercenaries to collect, each with distinct skills and illustrations.
Modern, high-quality illustrations that reinterpret classic RPG aesthetics.
What do users think? iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
“Recent user voice shows a mixed sentiment. Users appreciate strong strategic gameplay and appreciation for offline preservation, but report end of service / lack of progression and technical issues and crashes.”
What Users Love
Good Tactical & puzzle game make Worth many time to adjust and select strategy to win
Each new challenge was a puzzle that had to be solved
I am so glad that it is made into a standalone offline-available game
NEOWIZ made an offline version of their game and they're awesome for doing that
Pain Points
Completely pointless. You start with all characters, all maxed
There's no leveling. There's no pulling to get characters. It feels like a gallery
After update it freezing and crushed
Whenever I do guild battle it crashes can you guys fix this
High confidence · 99 reviews available
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- High-quality character illustrations with strong aesthetic appeal
- Deep, sophisticated tactical combat mechanics
- High community goodwill due to offline preservation mode
Cons
- Lack of progression/leveling loop in the current version
- Frequent technical crashes and stability issues
- End-of-service status limits new content and live-ops
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Positioning as a 'Premium Library' for tactical RPG enthusiasts
- Leveraging the 300+ character IP for future spin-offs or sequels
- Marketing the game as a 'safe' offline alternative to volatile gacha games
Market Threats
- Modern competitors (AFK Journey) capturing the idle-tactical audience
- Negative user reviews from those expecting a traditional progression system
- Technical obsolescence on newer mobile operating systems
Who competes with Brave Nine - Strategy RPG?
The Nemesis
Fire Emblem Heroes
★4.5 (637K)Nintendo Co., Ltd.
The primary market leader in grid-based tactical RPGs, sharing the core loop of unit placement and turn-based strategy.
The primary market leader in grid-based tactical RPGs, sharing the core loop of unit placement and turn-based strategy.
Contenders
The dominant turn-based RPG in the market, capturing the audience interested in strategic character combinations.
High-Fidelity Cinematic Engine
Epic Seven
Smilegate, Inc.
Directly competes for users seeking high-quality 2D character art and deep turn-based strategic combat.
Directly competes for users seeking high-quality 2D character art and deep turn-based strategic combat.
AFK Journey: Homestead
Farlight Games
Directly challenges Brave Nine's 'idle-friendly' differentiator with tactical hex-grid combat and automated progression.
Directly challenges Brave Nine's 'idle-friendly' differentiator with tactical hex-grid combat and automated progression.
Arknights
YOSTAR LIMITED
While tower defense, it shares the heavy tactical planning, unit placement, and 'modern classic' aesthetic.
While tower defense, it shares the heavy tactical planning, unit placement, and 'modern classic' aesthetic.
Peers
The western market leader for collectible turn-based RPGs with deep unit customization.
Champion Collection & Customization
Blue Archive
★4.1 (5K)NEXON Company
Focuses on tactical squad management and formation-based combat with a strong character collection element.
Focuses on tactical squad management and formation-based combat with a strong character collection element.
Path to Nowhere
★4.8 (8K)AISNOGames
Emphasizes tactical unit placement and strategic timing in a high-quality collectible RPG format.
Emphasizes tactical unit placement and strategic timing in a high-quality collectible RPG format.
Girls' Frontline
★4.5 (2K)Sunborn Network Technology Co., Ltd.
A veteran tactical RPG focusing on grid-based movement and squad-based strategy.
A veteran tactical RPG focusing on grid-based movement and squad-based strategy.
New Kids on the Block
Ash Echoes Global
★4.9 (2K)NEOCRAFT LIMITED
A rising tactical RPG with complex squad mechanics and high-end production values.
A rising tactical RPG with complex squad mechanics and high-end production values.
What are the key takeaways?
Brave Nine - Strategy RPG is a divisive games app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.1/5 rating from 146.8K reviews, it receives mixed feedback from users. Users particularly appreciate strong strategic gameplay, though end of service / lack of progression remains a common concern.
Best for: Fans of turn-based strategy RPGs and collectible character games who appreciate high-quality art and value time-saving, idle-friendly mechanics.
How much does it cost?
Model: freemium
Monetization relies on a 'collectible' model where players purchase items to acquire and upgrade mercenaries, supported by a low-friction, high-convenience gameplay loop.
iOS Version
2.61.20
Android Version
2.61.20
Release Date
Mar 7, 2019
iOS Price
Free
Android Price
Free
Developer
NEOWIZ