The World 3 vs Returned Warrior RPG
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The World 3
This action MMORPG lets you hunt epic monsters and battle challenging bosses with cutting-edge combat. It also integrates with Apple Watch to reward daily steps with in-game bonuses. Uncover a mystic truth as you progress through the game's story.
- Apple Watch integration for step rewards
- Epic boss battles
- Cutting-edge action gameplay
- Stunning graphics
- Innovative combo breaking system
- MMORPG monster hunting
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Watch App "The World 3" now uses HealthKit to connect to your Apple Watch and install the Watch App. This Watch App will record your daily steps. The more you walk per day, the more rewards you can claim in the Watch App! Time to go out and exercise! One of the best 10 Action Games on AppStore 2016! The World 3 is the official successor of “The World 2” and “The World OL”, which is a refreshing MMOPRG monster hunting game with cutting-edge Action Gameplay and Stunning Graphic! FEATURES -"The World 3" is available for Apple Watch now! Once you Allow "The World 3" to access the Health to read your Steps, you can claim your rewards in the Apple Watch according to your steps! -Epic Bosses coming back and stronger! Beat them and find out the truth of the world! -Good Games × OXON studio, presenting you with cutting-edge gameplay and stunning graphic! -Blasting impact from real-time combat, distinguishing every move from normal attacks to a heavy strike! -Innovative Combo Breaking System, break the combo of Bosses and create a big chance to attack! There is no absolute vice in world Yet hell is other people Although no one is born devil Innocent people might fall What kind of experience turns a human into demon? The mystic truth awaits you to unveil... “To me, The World series is a fairground full of my imaginary and love for games. I want to put my favorite elements into the game from different phases of my life, and share it with all players who love The World series.” -- Raistlin, producer of The World series Download The World 3 to have a taste of the best action game of the year! If you need more updates or information about The World 3, please connect with us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theworld3game Customer Service: theworldthreegame@gmail.com
Returned Warrior RPG
Embark on a retro RPG adventure where you return home after a decade in a demonic realm to find portals have opened. Farm for hundreds of equipment types and cards to create a unique character. Explore diverse game modes and enjoy nostalgic pixel art.
- Idle farming with equipment and cards
- Unique character customization
- Rewarding item collection
- Multiple weapon choices
- Diverse play modes (dungeons, towers)
- Nostalgic pixel art style
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After 10 years in the demonic realm, I returned to find that 120 years have passed! You survived by the skin of your teeth and returned home, only to find that demonic portals have opened across the continent. Return of the classic RPG! "Returned Warrior: Retro RPG" [Game Features] ◈ Simple and easier grind! - Idly farm with hundreds of different types of equipment and cards. ◈ Rediscover the pure joy of farming! - Does everyone wear the same gear? NO! - Choose the equipment and cards that resonate with your style, to create a one-of-a-kind character! ◈ No farming goes unrewarded! - From the starting gear to the endgame items, each item holds significance in your journey! - The more you gather and complete your collection, the mightier your character becomes. ◈ Weapon Master - Pick a weapon of your choice - from a dagger, to a longsword or bow - and play. ◈ Diverse play modes - Enjoy the game's diverse content, including Scenario Stages, Gold Dungeons, Hydra Dungeon, Tower Defense, Endless Tower, and more! ◈ Nostalgic pixel art style - Enjoy the retro RPG, complete with a nostalgic pixel art style.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Returned Warrior RPG at 5.0 against The World 3's 4.2. Returned Warrior RPG also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks) and review sentiment (90% vs 77%). The World 3's advantage is ratings volume (118 vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. The World 3 sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Returned Warrior RPG sells 17 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Returned Warrior RPG holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The World 3 has 118 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of The World 3's written reviews are positive against 90% of Returned Warrior RPG's.
The World 3 ships an update every 6 weeks, Returned Warrior RPG fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | The World 3 | Returned Warrior RPG |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (118 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 76.6% of reviews | 89.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 118 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 811 MB | 1.0 GB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Good net technology co. Ltd | Dreamplay Games Inc. |
Customer experience
The World 3
Returned Warrior RPG
User reviews
The World 3
From 118 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🎮 Excellent hack-and-slash combat mechanics
- 🎨 High-quality console-grade graphics
- ⚡ Smooth, responsive controls
- 📱 Fully playable offline
- 💰 Not pay-to-win, fair monetization
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes on startup
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 📖 Poor English translation and grammar
- 😴 Repetitive gameplay becomes boring
- 💸 Billing issues and duplicate charges
Returned Warrior RPG
From 1 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Simple and easy to play
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 💎 Unique collection-based mechanics
- 🎨 Appealing pixel art style
- 🔓 Generous free-to-play model
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🕹️ Repetitive gameplay at later stages
- 🔒 Difficulty progressing without spending
Bugs and requests
The World 3
Reported bugs
11 issues- App crashes immediately on launch
- Crashes on iOS 13.3 and newer versions
- Game freezes after defeating initial demon
- Underground Palace bonus hunt doors won't open
- Account data loss after app deletion and reinstall
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- Ranked profile data mysteriously disappeared
- Purchase restoration hangs on loading screen
- Duplicate charges for in-app purchases
- Button input delays on certain devices
- Incompatibility with iPad Pro and newer devices
- Lag during specific levels
Requested features
11 requests- Additional playable classes (archer, assassin, rogue, reaper)
- Multiplayer and co-op features
- Guild system with raids
- Friend system and social features
- Skip opening animation option
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- More character avatars and costumes
- Expanded story and narrative content
- Real equipment collection system
- Higher equipment level caps
- Additional maps and dungeons
- Gender selection for characters
Returned Warrior RPG
Reported bugs
4 issues- Inability to progress past first chapter
- Equipment upgrades not saving properly
- Freezing during tutorial screens
- Connectivity issues when viewing ads
Requested features
4 requests- More diverse quests and challenges
- Ability to preview equipment effects
- Improved save/load functionality
- Optimization for longer battery life
In-app purchases
The World 3
- Suit Pack$0.99
- 60 Diamonds$0.99
- New Character$1.99
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- 250 Diamonds$3.99
- 680 Diamonds$9.99
- 1280 Diamonds$19.99
Returned Warrior RPG
- Auto Decomposition Package$4.99
- Weekly Gold Package$8.99
- Weekly EXP Package$8.99
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- Starting Optimization Package$8.99
- Start Ad Removal Package$8.99
- Card Collection Pass 1$9.99
- Chapter 4 Clear Package$17.99
- Chapter 6 Clear Package$17.99
- Chapter 10 Clear Package$17.99
- Chapter 1 Clear Package$17.99
- Chapter 3 Clear Package$17.99
- Chapter 7 Clear Package$17.99
- Chapter 17 Clear Package$17.99
- Weekly Guardian Package$34.99
- Weekly All-in-One Myth Package$49.99
- Black Rabbit Package$49.99
- Gem Vip Chest$99.99
Questions
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