Report updated Apr 2, 2026
Dead Cells
v3.5.9Hardcore action-platformer fans and roguelike enthusiasts who appreciate high-difficulty, skill-based gameplay and deep, replayable content.
What Is Dead Cells?
Launched Jul 17, 2019
Updated Dec 2025
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?
Combines interconnected world exploration with rogue-lite replayability and permadeath mechanics.
Pattern-based, high-stakes 2D combat requiring mastery of weapons, spells, and enemy behavior.
Includes multiple major expansions with new biomes, bosses, and weapons.
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 thrilled sentiment. Users appreciate engaging gameplay, but report lack of save/checkpoint system.”
What Users Love
all I can say is Peak
mind-blowing addictive
Pain Points
just wish you could save your progress
please make some checkpoint
High confidence · 33.5K reviews available
How is it ranked?
| Category | Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Role Playing | Paid | #3 | ▲2 |
| Action | Paid | #14 | ▲6 |
| Games | Paid | #50 | ▲16 |
| Overall | Paid | #75 | NEW |
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- Exceptional core gameplay loop
- High-quality DLC content
- Strong controller support
- Premium, ad-free brand reputation
Cons
- Lack of save/checkpoint system
- Technical bugs (white-screen glitches)
- Fragmented progress transfer
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Implementing cloud-save features
- Expanding into more regions via Netflix
- Adding accessibility features for casual players
Market Threats
- Rising competition from new Metroidvanias
- Roguelite genre fatigue
- Technical limitations on older hardware
Who competes with Dead Cells?
Contenders
Hyper Light Drifter
★4.9 (7K)Abylight S.L.
Offers a similar high-stakes, skill-based combat experience with a focus on pattern recognition and pixel art aesthetics.
Pascal's Wager
Giant Global
Targets the same 'Souls-lite' audience looking for punishing difficulty and deep character builds on mobile.
Downwell
★4.7 (2K)Devolver
A minimalist roguelite platformer that shares the 'easy to learn, hard to master' core loop.
Same Space
New Kids on the Block
3D Cookie Cutter
Sarah Hill
A violent, stylish 2D Metroidvania that is gaining traction for its unique art style and aggressive combat.
What are the key takeaways?
Dead Cells is a thrilling games app that is a paid app. With a 4.8/5 rating from 33.5K reviews, it thrills its users from users. Users particularly appreciate engaging gameplay, though lack of save/checkpoint system remains a common concern.
Best for: Hardcore action-platformer fans and roguelike enthusiasts who appreciate high-difficulty, skill-based gameplay and deep, replayable content.
How much does it cost?
Model: paid
Uses a premium upfront model on iOS to avoid ads and F2P mechanics, while leveraging a subscription-based distribution model (Netflix) on Android to reach a wider audience.
iOS Version
3.5.9
Android Version
3.5.9-netflix
Release Date
Jul 17, 2019
iOS Price
$3.99
Android Price
Free
Developer
Playdigious