# The World 3 vs Returned Warrior RPG

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.

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. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The World 3 | Returned Warrior RPG |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (118 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-world-3/id1097445139/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/returned-warrior-rpg/id6468865341/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **118** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 76.6% of reviews | **89.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 811 MB | 1.0 GB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Good net technology co. Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/531056114) | [Dreamplay Games Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/965141578) |

## What reviewers say

### The World 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-world-3/id1097445139)

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.

**Highlights:** Apple Watch integration for step rewards, Epic boss battles, Cutting-edge action gameplay, Stunning graphics, Innovative combo breaking system, MMORPG monster hunting

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Suit Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 60 Diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| New Character | $1.99 | one-time |
| 250 Diamonds | $3.99 | one-time |
| 680 Diamonds | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1280 Diamonds | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Excellent hack-and-slash combat mechanics
- 🎨 High-quality console-grade graphics
- ⚡ Smooth, responsive controls
- 📱 Fully playable offline
- 💰 Not pay-to-win, fair monetization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes on startup
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 📖 Poor English translation and grammar
- 😴 Repetitive gameplay becomes boring
- 💸 Billing issues and duplicate charges

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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


### Returned Warrior RPG

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/returned-warrior-rpg/id6468865341)

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.

**Highlights:** Idle farming with equipment and cards, Unique character customization, Rewarding item collection, Multiple weapon choices, Diverse play modes (dungeons, towers), Nostalgic pixel art style

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Auto Decomposition Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| Weekly Gold Package | $8.99 | one-time |
| Weekly EXP Package | $8.99 | one-time |
| Starting Optimization Package | $8.99 | one-time |
| Start Ad Removal Package | $8.99 | one-time |
| Card Collection Pass 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Chapter 4 Clear Package | $17.99 | one-time |
| Chapter 6 Clear Package | $17.99 | one-time |
| Chapter 10 Clear Package | $17.99 | one-time |
| Chapter 1 Clear Package | $17.99 | one-time |
| Chapter 3 Clear Package | $17.99 | one-time |
| Chapter 7 Clear Package | $17.99 | one-time |
| Chapter 17 Clear Package | $17.99 | one-time |
| Weekly Guardian Package | $34.99 | one-time |
| Weekly All-in-One Myth Package | $49.99 | one-time |
| Black Rabbit Package | $49.99 | one-time |
| Gem Vip Chest | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to play
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 💎 Unique collection-based mechanics
- 🎨 Appealing pixel art style
- 🔓 Generous free-to-play model

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🕹️ Repetitive gameplay at later stages
- 🔒 Difficulty progressing without spending

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to progress past first chapter
- Equipment upgrades not saving properly
- Freezing during tutorial screens
- Connectivity issues when viewing ads

**Requested features**

- More diverse quests and challenges
- Ability to preview equipment effects
- Improved save/load functionality
- Optimization for longer battery life


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The World 3 free?

The World 3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Returned Warrior RPG free?

Returned Warrior RPG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, The World 3 or Returned Warrior RPG?

Returned Warrior RPG is rated higher. The World 3 averages 4.2 out of 5 from 118 ratings, while Returned Warrior RPG averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do The World 3 or Returned Warrior RPG have ads?

Both The World 3 and Returned Warrior RPG show ads.

### Which is updated more often, The World 3 or Returned Warrior RPG?

The World 3 ships an update every 6 weeks, and Returned Warrior RPG fortnightly. Most recently, The World 3 was updated on October 26, 2026 and Returned Warrior RPG on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*