Report updated Apr 3, 2026
Guns'n'Glory Heroes
v1.2.8Casual to mid-core mobile gamers who enjoy fantasy-themed strategy and action RPGs with a focus on hero-based combat.
What Is Guns'n'Glory Heroes?
Launched Dec 19, 2012
Updated Mar 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?
Control a specialized party of heroes (Knight, Dwarf, Elf) with unique combat abilities in real-time.
Combines traditional RPG elements like equipment upgrades and ability progression with defense strategy.
Progress through varied biomes including forests, swamps, and snowy mountains.
Collect in-game achievements and compete against friends' high scores.
Allows users to disable IAPs via device settings for controlled spending.
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 excited sentiment. Users appreciate engaging gameplay and strategic depth, but report intrusive banner ads and technical bugs and controls.”
What Users Love
I loved the zombies one, glad to see this one is great too
Very fun, worth your time
Different from other TD games for you have to constantly move your characters strategically
Pain Points
Total jerk move to put a banner going straight across the top of the screen
The ad takes about 20% of the top screen. How annoying
characters often get stuck to objects
hard to move heroes during battle cause if u hit near an enemy , it selects them
High confidence · 15K reviews available
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- Unique real-time hero control mechanic
- High long-term user ratings and brand loyalty
- Consistent technical maintenance for modern OS compatibility
Cons
- Intrusive banner ads obstructing 20% of the screen
- Technical bugs related to character pathfinding
- Wonky touch controls during high-action sequences
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Modernize monetization with rewarded video or ad-free unlocks
- Update UI/UX to compete with high-fidelity modern tactical RPGs
- Expand hero roster and seasonal content to drive re-engagement
Market Threats
- High-fidelity 3D competitors like Watcher of Realms
- Dominance of the Kingdom Rush franchise in the hero-defense space
- User churn due to aggressive legacy ad placements
Who competes with Guns'n'Glory Heroes?
The Nemesis
Kingdom Rush Vengeance TD Game
Ironhide S.A.
The gold standard for hero-centric tower defense, featuring direct control over powerful champions with unique abilities in a fantasy setting.
The gold standard for hero-centric tower defense, featuring direct control over powerful champions with unique abilities in a fantasy setting.
Contenders
While visually different, its 'Hero' units provide the same tactical focal point and progression system found in Guns'n'Glory.
Hero System
Defenders 2: Tower Defense CCG
★4.2 (723)Nival
Integrates hero-like collectible elements and active spell-casting into a traditional defense format.
Integrates hero-like collectible elements and active spell-casting into a traditional defense format.
Eternium
★4.8 (63K)Making Fun, Inc.
A classic fantasy Action RPG that captures the 'hero vs. hordes' combat feel and equipment progression system.
A classic fantasy Action RPG that captures the 'hero vs. hordes' combat feel and equipment progression system.
Peers
The foundational lane-defense game that shares the core 'defend the base from waves' objective.
Arena Competitive Mode
Arknights
YOSTAR LIMITED
A high-fidelity tactical RPG that uses hero placement (Operators) as the primary defense mechanic.
A high-fidelity tactical RPG that uses hero placement (Operators) as the primary defense mechanic.
New Kids on the Block
Watcher of Realms - US
Skystone Games Pte. Ltd.
A next-generation hero-defense RPG with high-quality 3D graphics and complex tactical positioning.
A next-generation hero-defense RPG with high-quality 3D graphics and complex tactical positioning.
Path to Nowhere
★4.8 (8K)AISNOGames
An innovative tactical RPG where moving heroes in real-time to block enemies is the central gameplay mechanic.
An innovative tactical RPG where moving heroes in real-time to block enemies is the central gameplay mechanic.
What are the key takeaways?
Guns'n'Glory Heroes is a exciting games app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.5/5 rating from 15K reviews, it excites its users from users. Users particularly appreciate engaging gameplay, though intrusive banner ads remains a common concern.
Best for: Casual to mid-core mobile gamers who enjoy fantasy-themed strategy and action RPGs with a focus on hero-based combat.
How much does it cost?
Model: freemium
Uses a 'Free to Play' model supported by optional microtransactions, allowing full access to gameplay while monetizing through convenience or power-ups.
iOS Version
1.2.8
Android Version
1.2.8
Release Date
Dec 19, 2012
iOS Price
Free
Android Price
Free
Developer
HandyGames