Report updated Apr 3, 2026
Spin Hero
v1.0.6Fans of roguelike games and deckbuilders who enjoy strategic depth, combo-building, and high-replayability gameplay loops.
What Is Spin Hero?
Launched May 13, 2025
Updated Mar 2026
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 are the key features?
Combines traditional roguelike deckbuilding mechanics with slot machine reel-spinning to determine battle outcomes.
Discovery and collection of rare, epic, and legendary artifacts to enhance hero capabilities.
Building powerful combos by selecting specific symbols and artifacts to evolve the hero's strength.
Unlocking new possibilities and permanent boosts after defeats to improve future runs.
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 frustrated sentiment. Users appreciate engaging gameplay, but report persistent data/upgrade resets and monetization issues.”
What Users Love
Fun but why is the upgrade for +1 artifact only last for 1 level?
Great game! Don't wanna put it down. It keeps drawing me back for the satisfying combos
Pain Points
Some of the character upgrades you pay gems for reset to their base level after a single run.
bought Relic slots get reseted whenever you restart the game.
I bought ad free and it still sometimes randomly shows an ad
takes to much time to build back up and limited number of ads to watch to get more energy.
Medium confidence · 26 reviews available
How is it ranked?
| Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Paid | #69 | NEW |
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- Unique slot-machine combat differentiator
- Addictive synergy-based gameplay loop
- Multi-platform presence (iOS and Android)
Cons
- Critical bugs causing loss of permanent upgrades
- Broken 'Ad-Free' functionality for paying users
- Significant recent drop in App Store rankings
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Capitalize on the current market trend for gambling-themed roguelikes
- Stabilize retention by fixing save-state logic
- Leverage the F2P Android model for high-volume user acquisition
Market Threats
- Established dominance of Luck be a Landlord and Balatro
- Negative user sentiment impacting conversion rates
- Platform-specific monetization confusion
Who competes with Spin Hero?
The Nemesis
Why it's a threat
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Users are happier — sentiment 82/100 vs 35
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Higher rated at 4.7★ vs 3.8★
Contenders
A long-standing mobile RPG series built entirely around slot-machine combat mechanics and roguelike progression.
Slot Machine RPG Hybrid
Void Tyrant
★4.6 (10K)Armor Games Studios Inc
Combines blackjack-style gambling mechanics with roguelike exploration and symbol-based power-ups.
Combines blackjack-style gambling mechanics with roguelike exploration and symbol-based power-ups.
The current market leader in gambling-themed roguelikes, using poker hands and joker synergies to create massive score combos.
Poker-Roguelike Hybrid Gameplay
A high-polish roguelike where combat is determined by randomized dice rolls modified by equipment synergies.
Dice-based Combat System
Peers
Focuses heavily on high-powered synergies and unit evolution within a roguelike structure.
Multi-lane Defense
A popular mobile-first roguelike deckbuilder with a similar premium-to-f2p platform split strategy.
Pirate-themed Progression
Slay the Spire
★4.2 (3K)Humble Bundle
The gold standard for roguelike deckbuilders that established the progression and artifact systems Spin Hero utilizes.
The gold standard for roguelike deckbuilders that established the progression and artifact systems Spin Hero utilizes.
Wildfrost
★4.1 (486)Chucklefish Limited
A recent, highly strategic deckbuilder that emphasizes positioning and combo-building.
A recent, highly strategic deckbuilder that emphasizes positioning and combo-building.
New Kids on the Block
Forward: Escape the Fold
Christophe Coyard
A fast-paced, choice-driven roguelike designed for quick mobile sessions with high replayability.
A fast-paced, choice-driven roguelike designed for quick mobile sessions with high replayability.
What are the key takeaways?
Spin Hero is a frustrating games app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 3.8/5 rating from 26 reviews, it frustrates many users from users. Users particularly appreciate engaging gameplay, though persistent data/upgrade resets remains a common concern.
Best for: Fans of roguelike games and deckbuilders who enjoy strategic depth, combo-building, and high-replayability gameplay loops.
How much does it cost?
Model: freemium
The developer is testing different monetization models across platforms, utilizing a premium model on iOS and a free-to-play model on Android, likely to maximize reach and conversion based on platform-specific user behavior.
iOS Version
1.0.6
Android Version
1.04
Release Date
May 13, 2025
iOS Price
$4.99
Android Price
Free