Comparison

Hero Emblems II vs Wando

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

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About

Hero Emblems II

Embark on an epic adventure combining match-3 puzzles with classic JRPG elements. Lead a team of heroic warriors, unleash powerful skills through strategic emblem matching, and explore a world filled with magic, monsters, and ancient mysteries.

Highlights
  • Match-3 emblem battles
  • Traditional JRPG exploration
  • Unique hero skills and backstories
  • Equipment customization
  • Food consumption system for buffs
  • Japanese character voice acting
Features
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A new evolution of match-3, combat, and adventure! Hero Emblems II is a JRPG that combines elements of side-scrollers and match-3 games. Players control members of the Night Chasers, a group of heroic warriors, as they embark on an adventure to save their lands from an evil threat. [Game Features] ◆ Thrilling match-3 battle experiences Match three Emblems to clear them from the board and make your heroes attack. Clear four or more to generate Magic Emblems, allowing your heroes to unleash powerful skills. Perform combos to launch even more powerful attacks and vanquish your enemies! ◆ Traditional JRPG experience In a world of magic and swordplay, players will control members of the Night Chasers as they embark on an adventure together. Enter deep caves, explore ancient ruins, unlock treasure chests, fight against ferocious monsters, upgrade your equipment in town, and gain new information from villagers in the local taverns. A exciting RPG experience is waiting for you in Hero Emblems II! ◆ Substitute Heroes Each Hero possesses their own unique skills and backstory. There's Zack, the Human Warrior; Lucien, the Marten Knight; Sid, the Felinian Black Mage; Abner the Bard, and many more! Lead your favorite heroes into battle! ◆ Thrilling Japanese character voices in battles Personalized character voices make combat a thrilling, intense and fun experience! ◆ More equipment Enemies attack with a wide range of debuffs such as Poison, Ignition, Petrification or Curses. To fight against these tough opponents, you will need to choose your Heroes' weapons and armor carefully, and make good use of accessories to resist enemy debuffs and boost your Heroes' abilities! ◆'Food Consumption System' for Enhancing Battle Power A hero's adventure is always brimming with all sorts of challenges. Vicious monsters boast tremendous strength and always catch people off guard with their varied attack styles. Now, heroes can boost their abilities by indulging in delightful delicacies, allowing them to thwart monster attacks with a more refreshing rhythm! ◆One-time payment, IAP-free, and ad-free A New Chapter in the Night Chasers' History A long time ago, there was a mercenary group known as the Night Chasers. Instead of making money, these heroic warriors went around helping those in need. During the war, they helped a great many people who were suffering under tyranny and injustice. However, in the ensuing age of peace, the Night Chasers were no longer needed, and were forced to disband. Years later, four young people - Zack, Lucien, Sid, and Odelia - decided to carry on their legacy, forming the new Night Chasers. One day, Zack and his party save an Elven girl named Dolores. Suffering from amnesia, Dolores cannot remember why she has ventured so far from the Elven Kingdom – only that she has been sent on an urgent quest. Concerned for her well-being, the Night Chasers take her into their fold, leading them to discover an ancient and terrible threat to the kingdom... ** Recommend to use iPhone 6/iPad min4/iPad Air2/iPad 5th Gen./iPad Pro or later devices for better experiences.**

About

Wando

Features
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In Wando, you can embark on an adventure with the protagonist Kgoro to save the tribe and unravel the mysteries hidden within nature. □ Features □ - Unique "plant growth" puzzle-solving mechanism - Over 75 challenging levels - Healing soundtrack & hand-drawn art style - Exciting chapter story animations □ Quest Journey □ The tribe of Ginkgo elves is invaded by the Snake Deity, causing the rapid decline of the Sacred Tree's power. Unless a solution is found soon, the tribe is doomed to face its end! With the tribe's fate resting heavily on his shoulders, the brilliant “Kgoro” sets out on a journey to find a new home for the tribe. As the player, you will adventure alongside him, using spells to transform plants and help him overcome obstacles, continuing forward into the unknown... What other “challenges” lie ahead on Kgoro's journey?

Screenshots

Hero Emblems II4 screens
Wando4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Wando at every 3 days against Hero Emblems II's every 3 weeks. Wando also leads on price ($1.99 vs $6.99). Hero Emblems II's advantage is iOS requirement (10.3 vs 12.0). On ads, in-app purchases 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

Hero Emblems II costs $6.99 and Wando $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hero Emblems II ships an update every 3 weeks, Wando every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Hero Emblems II versus Wando: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHero Emblems IIWando
Price$6.99$1.99 — better
Rating4.3 (156 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews62.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings156 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.3 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size544 MB179 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperHeatPot Games Ltd.YU JUNG LIU

Bugs and requests

Hero Emblems II

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • Game crashes during final boss battles
  • Soft crashes and emblem dropping errors
  • iCloud sync not working properly after reinstall
  • Location markers disappearing after quest completion
  • Touchscreen input not working on one side of map
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  • Elf character joining prevents map movement
  • Five-star gems unable to convert with adjacent gems
  • Visual glitches and display errors
  • iPad home bar black border display issue
  • iPad orientation support missing
  • Game freezing and crashing randomly

Requested features

11 requests
  • Enemy level indicators for dungeon difficulty assessment
  • Quest journal and quest tracking system
  • Endgame endless mode for post-story gameplay
  • Easy or casual difficulty mode
  • Game+ or New Game+ mode
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  • Multiplayer PvP battle mode
  • Korean language support
  • Better iCloud sync functionality
  • Difficulty balancing adjustments
  • More distinct puzzle board icons
  • Faster map navigation speed

Wando

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Hero Emblems II

No in-app purchases

None

Wando

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hero Emblems II free?
Hero Emblems II costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Wando free?
Wando costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Hero Emblems II or Wando have ads?
Neither Hero Emblems II nor Wando shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hero Emblems II or Wando?
Hero Emblems II ships an update every 3 weeks, and Wando every 3 days. Most recently, Hero Emblems II was updated on October 24, 2026 and Wando on October 15, 2026.

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