# Vanguard ZERO

> Card battle RPG based on the "Cardfight!! Vanguard" TCG. (iPhone/iPad app by Bushiroad International Pte. Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vanguard-zero/id1466815286 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bushiroad International Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1313165317)
- Category: Games, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.67/5 from 6,936 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 227 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-04-08
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vanguard-zero/id1466815286/reviews.md

## What is Vanguard ZERO?

The popular TCG "Cardfight!! Vanguard" debuts as a Card Battle RPG on mobile! Experience the new world of Vanguard with the mobile optimized "Vanguard ZERO Rules"!

▼STORY▼
Aichi Sendou, the protagonist of the story, is just another timid and inconspicuous junior high school boy.
In his dull and unassuming life, Aichi had but one support: "Blaster Blade", a TCG game card that he received as a child. When he started battling with the card, his life took a dramatic turn.
Fascinated by the allure of Vanguard, he meets companions like Misaki Tokura and Kamui Katsuragi through Vanguard Fights, and many other rivals as well.

▼FEATURES▼
A Card Battle RPG where you can enjoy a single player campaign as well as PVP battles!
A Story Mode that faithfully reproduces the world of the original "Cardfight!! Vanguard" animation series!
PVP Mode optimized with "Vanguard ZERO Rules" for mobile devices!
"My Room" feature where you have the freedom to create your unique room, and have your favorite characters hang out!
Experience the many other attractions Vanguard has to offer!

"Vanguard ZERO" is a mobile game anyone can enjoy, whether you're already a fan, or completely new to "Cardfight!! Vanguard"!

▼PRICING▼
Free (with in-app purchases)


This application uses "Live2D" technology from Live2D Inc.

## Key features

- Card Battle RPG gameplay
- Single player campaign
- PvP battles
- Story mode
- Mobile-optimized PvP rules
- Customizable "My Room" feature

## What do users think of Vanguard ZERO?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🎮 Nostalgic gameplay
- 🎨 Visually appealing
- 🕹️ Addictive gameplay
- 💰 F2P friendly
- 🏆 Competitive ranked mode

**Cons**

- 🤔 Altered game mechanics
- 🤯 Repetitive gameplay
- 💰 Grindy progression
- 🔒 Limited customization
- 🤖 Unfair AI opponents

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Story mode progression issues
- Inconsistent trigger effects
- Crashes and performance problems

**Most requested features**

- Restore original Vanguard rules
- Improve deck building options
- Increase resource acquisition rates
- Add more clan and card variety
- Implement better matchmaking

## Recent user reviews (10 of 50)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vanguard-zero/id1466815286/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Vanguard Zero Review

*2022-08-08, version 2.70.0*

Even though this game is addicting to play, the leveling system for rank fights annoy me, because losing a match takes you back to square one. It is impossible for regular players like myself to level up my rank and obtain the rewards. Another thing is that the Gold Paladins are too strong against my favorite decks “Narukami” and “Link Joker”, Especially with Liberator Garmore. Since I build decos of my favorite clans it makes it even harder to level up my rank since most of the online players use Gold Paladin Decks. I believe that, the Jingle Flower Dragon G unit for Neo Nectar is broken since no matter what I do I can’t get past the overwhelming power gap because of the cards skill. I believe that the card should at least limited to 2 copies only so that Neo Nectar players don’t rely too much on that card.

### 1/5 — Super unfriendly for veteran and new players

*2022-04-17, version 2.60.1*

It’s seems they are just trying to rush through the end of this game with how they release there sets, Including 6 different clans in a single set is the most ridiculous thing I’ve seen. there is no reason I should have to pull on support for clans I can’t even build or don’t want to build just because support I need is Barely 1/6th of the set. I understand 3 or even 4 clans but 6 is crazy even for whale's.

 Even after playing since day 1 I did not even have enough currency to craft 2 GRs witch should not be no where near 5000 crafting currency per GR, Not having a universal pack ticket for the G era is basically forcing your hand to spend enormous amounts of money on gems and most of the best ones having a G persona blast requiring 2 of them. 

I could go on but my main point is that because this is the direction they decided to take the game in I see absolutely no true longevity in This game not like duel links or master duel and another thing there 2nd anniversary is an absolute joke when you compare it to the games first year anniversary and that one was subpar at best.

### 5/5 — ⭐️Heavily recommend playing⭐️

*2022-04-06, version 2.60.0*

At first I obviously had no idea what this game was and was very hesitant to play it. One day I learned that one of my friends played this game and was at legend rank. So I decided to download and try it. He brought me in one of his discord servers that him and his friend made about a year ago. And I have made a lot of good friends over vanguard. And I even started buying the booster boxes from stores and started collecting my own vanguard overdress cards. I highly recommend this game. They keep consistent updates and balancing. Fun addictive gameplay. And a very good story mode and nice and simple deck building. And the greatest thing about Zero is that ITS NOT A PAY TO WIN GAME. I can’t wait to make it to legend rank😋

### 3/5 — Great concept but lacking

*2022-03-12, version 2.53.0*

I love this game and have been playing it for 5 years now. I had high hopes for the mobile game and it has made good improvements. This is a good game to play if you like TCGs. Three things are needed to get 5 stars: less P2W which is getting worse and worse, less broken decks which everyone admits and the absolute worse thing is the shuffling or lack of. All the matches I see and I play show grade 1,2,3 and 0s stacked together in the deck on a consistent pattern. Makes the game frustrating and not enjoyable. You either draw into your triggers or you sack and there needs to be a balance aka better shuffling PLEASE!

### 3/5 — Pay to win

*2021-12-29, version 2.50.1*

I’ve been playing this game since the start having a good time with all the events, being able to build and use some of my favorite decks. Now it seems all that has been made much harder to do without spending real money, prices on some bundles are ridiculously high as well. The events where you were able to make a free to play deck are now only really doable if you have a special character skin which you need to spend money on to get, otherwise goodluck on even completing half of it. Crafting special cards that are needed for decks are 5000 mats that’s pretty much impossible for any free to play player to get ahold of, even if you do manage to get one some need multiple copies of to even be used. Many of the players are now considering leaving this game if no changes are made, which is really sad to see.

### 5/5 — First Vanguard Video Game Experience

*2021-11-09, version 1.43.0*

I’m enjoying my first time playing cardfight vanguard video game there’s still more things for me to learn about but I’m enjoying playing the video game version. The game rules and cards skills are easier to understand hopefully the game will goes up to the cardfight vanguard g anime story too and there cards released to us to play with it. However I do wish that the game voices and cutscenes was in english dub version hopefully it might happens in a future update are something but overall I’m having fun playing the game especially the story mode.

### 5/5 — Good game. Just wish they gave better structure decks for new players

*2021-08-28, version 1.40.1*

I played vanguard in real life for couple years. Looking for digital version since I’m busy nowadays. This definitely scratches the itch, just a couple of time changes. But otherwise, great game. Wish tutorial was longer since you have to manually complete the advance tutorials, but since i played real life vanguard i have prior knowledge always.

If a PC version comes out that is the same as real life vanguard that would be perfect.

### 3/5 — Kinda Fun, Kinda Stupid, Mathematical Errors Too

*2021-08-14, version 1.40.1*

So unlike most this is the first way I’ve ever played vanguard. It feel fun and exciting that being said what brought me here is wanting to learn how to play without going out and buying cards and trying to figure it out on my own. I haven’t had any real issues with getting cards so that’s good. But I don’t like the idea of having the decks be built significantly smaller and shifting around the triggers. If it’s vanguard it should be just that vanguard. Also in the advanced training there is a mathematical error on “use Skill 1” you 1,000 attack points short no matter how you mix it up.

### 5/5 — The best way to get started playing card fight Vanguard

*2021-07-15, version 1.38.0*

I fell in love with card fight Vanguard through the anime and found the cards really neat and the game interesting not knowing where to start i’m not really having anyone to play with I collected the cards overtime but not really sure what clan I would personally use though I love quite a few when I heard of this app I immediately had to download it and it’s been fun it’s been great if you have the anime you’re going to love this I’m starting out I’d recommend this app I hope the fan base grows through this app to

### 4/5 — High Effort, Varied Returns

*2021-07-01, version 1.37.1*

There are many apps that bring an online feel to playing card games. For fans of Cardfight!! Vanguard, this is a welcome return at first glance. The game is a bit different, removing the guard feature from every card except sentinels and placing triggers on Grade 3 units. However, it’s easy to get used to and provides the same feel of strategy and varied play style that the original card game brought. However, while the game is free to play friendly, you need to invest A LOT OF TIME to make it work for you. Some complain about making it pay to win. While you can pay to get more packs, these do not assure you if getting every card you need. The playing field can be evened out in that way. However, where the game is skewed is in the amount of time you need to spend in order to get better. You need to take this game seriously in order to make it worth your while. If you are just a pick up and play person, you may not enjoy it as much. For those who are in this for the competition and want to climb competition ladders and rank, you will enjoy yourself.

## Frequently asked questions about Vanguard ZERO

### What is Vanguard ZERO?

Vanguard ZERO is a mobile card battle role-playing game based on the popular "Cardfight!! Vanguard" trading card game. It offers both a single-player story mode and competitive player-versus-player battles.

### What are the main features of Vanguard ZERO?

Key features include a story mode that follows the anime's narrative, PvP battles optimized for mobile with "Vanguard ZERO Rules," and a "My Room" feature allowing players to customize their space and interact with characters.

### How much does Vanguard ZERO cost?

The game is free to download and play. It does offer in-app purchases for players who wish to enhance their experience.

### Can I play Vanguard ZERO if I'm new to Cardfight!! Vanguard?

Yes, the game is designed to be enjoyable for both existing fans of "Cardfight!! Vanguard" and newcomers to the series. The story mode helps introduce the world and gameplay.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.83.0 — 2023-05-01

・Regular data update

### 2.82.0 — 2023-04-01

・Regular data update

### 2.81.0 — 2023-03-01

・Regular data update

### 2.80.0 — 2023-02-01

・Regular data update

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