Comparison

FINAL FANTASY VII vs Neverwinter Nights

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

FINAL FANTASY VII

Experience a classic role-playing game on your mobile device. Explore a dramatic story, customize characters with a unique material system, and enjoy 3D battle stages. This port offers enhanced controls and convenience features for iOS.

Highlights
  • 3D backgrounds and CG movie scenes
  • Material system for character customization
  • Virtual controller with adjustable opacity
  • Option to turn off enemy encounters
  • Max Stats command for instant power-up
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------------------------------------------------------ - As this application is very large, it will take some time to download. - This application takes up around 2GB of memory. Over 4GB of free space is required to download it, so make sure that ample spare memory is available before attempting to do so. ------------------------------------------------------ Recommended hardware: iPhone 7 or later, 5th generation iPad or later, iPad mini 4 or later Supported OS: iOS 15.0 or later *Please be aware that users may experience problems, such as exceptionally slow running speeds, if running this application on devices other than those outlined in the recommended hardware section. Such devices are not suited to playing this game and there is a chance of unforeseen errors occurring if running it on them. Outline The smash hit RPG: Final Fantasy VII, which has sold over 11,000,000 units* worldwide, finally arrives on iOS! *Total includes both packaged sales and downloads. The first Final Fantasy to feature 3D backgrounds and CG movie scenes, this dramatic tale continues to be loved by numerous fans around the world. Battle stages also appear in full 3D for the first time, bringing an even greater sense of awe and spectacle to combat! Customize your characters in any way you like using the fantastic “material” system that allows endless combinations of spells and abilities. This product is a port based on Final Fantasy VII for PC (No changes or additions have been made to the story). Story With its unshakeable monopoly over Mako energy production, the evil Shinra Electric Power Company holds tight to the reigns of world power. One day, a Mako reactor serving the sprawling metropolis of Midgar is attacked and destroyed in a bombing raid by a revolutionary group calling themselves Avalanche. Cloud Strife, a former member of Shinra’s elite “Soldier” unit takes part in the raid as a mercenary hired by Avalanche and sets events in motion that will draw him and his friends into an epic struggle for the fate of the planet itself… Special features for the iOS edition - Play using a simple and comfortable virtual controller designed not to obscure the action, choosing between virtual analogue or fixed 4-way digital control pad options. The opacity of on-screen controls can also be adjusted from the Config Menu. - Two new features to make play easier and more convenient! The iOS edition also includes an option to turn enemy encounters off on the world and area maps (will not skip event battles) and a Max Stats command to become all-powerful in the blink of an eye. Major game controls Movement: Virtual joypad (Select between analogue and digital modes) Menu navigation: Fixed digital buttons Confirm: A button Cancel: B button Open menu: Y button

About

Neverwinter Nights

Embark on a classic Dungeons & Dragons role-playing adventure with over 100 hours of gameplay. Explore the original campaign and six free DLC adventures, either solo or with friends across various platforms. Enjoy enhanced graphics and a re-engineered UI for mobile devices.

Highlights
  • Classic D&D RPG gameplay
  • 100+ hours of content
  • Six free DLC adventures
  • Cross-platform multiplayer
  • Re-engineered UI for mobile
  • Improved graphics with adjustable options
Features
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Neverwinter Nights is a classic Dungeons & Dragons RPG— enhanced for iOS! Explore 100+ hours of gameplay including the original campaign, plus six free DLC adventures. Play solo or team up with friends for a grand adventure across the Forgotten Realms. DEVICE RECOMMENDATION Optimized for iPads Recommended for iPhones with screen sizes of 6 inches or larger CONTENT Neverwinter Nights (Classic Campaign) Shadows of Undrentide (Free DLC) Hordes of the Underdark (Free DLC) Kingmaker (Free DLC) ShadowGuard (Free DLC) Witch’s Wake (Free DLC) Adventure Pack (Free DLC) FEATURES Re-engineered UI for iPads and iPhones - Virtual joystick and context sensitive button makes gameplay easy - UI Scales automatically or can be set to your liking Cross-Platform Multiplayer - Adventure with friends! - Cross-play support includes compatibility with mobile, tablets, computers and consoles - Join persistent worlds, with community-run campaigns and up to 250 players Improved Graphics - Pixel shaders and post-processing effects make for cleaner graphics and visuals - Adjustable contrast, vibrance, and depth of field options STORY CONTENT: Neverwinter Nights (Original Campaign) You find yourself at the center of intrigue, betrayal, and dark magic in Neverwinter Nights. Journey through dangerous cities, monster filled dungeons and deep into uncharted wilderness in search of the cure for a cursed plague ravaging the city of Neverwinter. Shadows of Undrentide (Free DLC Expansion) Another adventure begins in the updated expansion, Shadows of Undrentide! Charged by your master to recover four ancient artifacts, travel from the Silver Marches to unravel mysteries of a long-dead magical civilization. Hordes of the Underdark (Free DLC Expansion) This expansion continues the adventure started in Shadows of Undrentide. Journey into the ever-more bizarre and hostile depths of Undermountain to challenge a gathering evil. Three Premium Modules (Free DLC) Discover over 40 hours of new Dungeons & Dragons adventures across the Forgotten Realms in these premium modules for Neverwinter Nights: - Kingmaker - ShadowGuard - Witch’s Wake - Adventure Pack LANGUAGES - English ©2020 Beamdog. ©2020 Wizards of the Coast LLC. All Rights Reserved. Wizards of the Coast, Dungeons & Dragons, Neverwinter Nights, and D&D are trademarks of Wizards of the Coast LLC. Hasbro and its logo are registered trademarks of HASBRO, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Screenshots

FINAL FANTASY VII4 screens
Neverwinter Nights4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FINAL FANTASY VII at none against Neverwinter Nights's 10. FINAL FANTASY VII also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 263). Neverwinter Nights's advantage is price ($9.99 vs $15.99) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On rating, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

FINAL FANTASY VII costs $15.99 and Neverwinter Nights $9.99 up front. Neverwinter Nights sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. FINAL FANTASY VII asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.1 for FINAL FANTASY VII against 4.0 for Neverwinter Nights. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FINAL FANTASY VII has 1.3K ratings behind it against 263, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 59% of FINAL FANTASY VII's written reviews are positive against 61% of Neverwinter Nights's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FINAL FANTASY VII ships an update every 6 weeks, Neverwinter Nights every 7 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
FINAL FANTASY VII versus Neverwinter Nights: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFINAL FANTASY VIINeverwinter Nights
Price$15.99$9.99 — better
Rating4.1 (1.3K ratings) — better4.0 (263 ratings)
Positive reviews59.0% of reviews61.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.3K — better263
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#22 — better#112
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2.1 GB2.8 GB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperSQUARE ENIXOverhaul Games

Customer experience

FINAL FANTASY VII

All ratings1,327 ratings
Positive75.7%
Neutral6.4%
Negative17.9%
Written reviews449 reviews
Positive59.0%
Neutral12.0%
Negative29.0%

Neverwinter Nights

All ratings259 ratings
Positive72.6%
Neutral8.9%
Negative18.5%
Written reviews400 reviews
Positive61.0%
Neutral13.0%
Negative26.0%

User reviews

FINAL FANTASY VII

From 1.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Nostalgic and as perfect as I remember
  • 👍 Great game found
  • 🚀 Awesome reliving these moments
  • 👍 Great blast from the past
  • 👍 Brings back childhood memories

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Game constantly auto selects during battle
  • 🐛 A button glitch
  • 🐛 Unplayable because of a button bug
  • 🐛 Constantly thinks I'm pressing A during combat
  • 🐛 Pause bug during battle still not fixed

Neverwinter Nights

From 263 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 👍 Faithful port of the classic game
  • 🚀 Runs well on older devices
  • 👍 Brings back nostalgic memories
  • 🚀 Impressive amount of content

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes when learning spells
  • 🐛 Multiplayer issues with CD key
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
  • 🔍 Cluttered UI, small text
  • 🐛 Inability to install premium modules

Bugs and requests

FINAL FANTASY VII

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Game constantly auto selects during battle
  • A button glitch
  • Unplayable because of a button bug
  • Constantly thinks I'm pressing A during combat
  • Pause bug during battle still not fixed
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  • Game kicks me out
  • Controls are not that well done
  • Game stuck on a scene that requires walking

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add quick save feature
  • Optimize for iPhone X and newer screens
  • Add controller support
  • Add 2x/3x speed option

Neverwinter Nights

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes when saving game
  • Companions/summons behaving erratically
  • Inventory and loot management issues
  • Pathfinding and character movement problems
  • Incompatibility with certain iOS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Controller support
  • Improved camera controls
  • Chinese language support
  • Ability to move UI elements
  • Autosave and backup save options

In-app purchases

None

FINAL FANTASY VII

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Neverwinter Nights

One-time10
  • KingmakerFree
  • ShadowguardFree
  • Witch's WakeFree
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  • Adventure PackFree
  • Wyvern Crown of Cormyr$2.99
  • Pirates of the Sword Coast$2.99
  • Infinite Dungeons$2.99
  • Heroes of Neverwinter$2.99
  • Darkness Over Daggerford$4.99
  • Tyrants of the Moonsea$4.99

Questions

Is FINAL FANTASY VII free?
FINAL FANTASY VII costs $15.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Neverwinter Nights free?
Neverwinter Nights costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FINAL FANTASY VII or Neverwinter Nights?
FINAL FANTASY VII is rated higher. FINAL FANTASY VII averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Neverwinter Nights averages 4.0 from 263 ratings.
Do FINAL FANTASY VII or Neverwinter Nights have ads?
Neither FINAL FANTASY VII nor Neverwinter Nights shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FINAL FANTASY VII or Neverwinter Nights?
FINAL FANTASY VII ships an update every 6 weeks, and Neverwinter Nights every 7 months. Most recently, FINAL FANTASY VII was updated on October 24, 2026 and Neverwinter Nights on October 24, 2026.
Which is more popular, FINAL FANTASY VII or Neverwinter Nights?
FINAL FANTASY VII currently peaks at #22 in the App Store charts, and Neverwinter Nights at #112. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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