The Quest vs Duskfall
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Quest
Explore a hand-drawn open world RPG with grid-based movement and turn-based combat. This expansion can be played standalone or with the base game, offering new areas and a story involving a vengeful goddess and a kingdom's defense.
- Hand-drawn open world
- Grid-based movement
- Turn-based combat
- Standalone play option
- New areas and adventures
- Story-driven quests
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An expansion by Zarista Games. The Quest - Macha's Curse is an expansion to The Quest, a beautifully hand-drawn open world role playing game with old school grid-based movement and turn based combat. After enabling the expansion, you can explore new areas and adventures. However, if you don't have The Quest, you can also play the expansion as a standalone game. The great wizard Cathbad has summoned you to the Red Branch Knights' Castle in the kingdom of Ulidia. Queen Maeve of Connacht has invaded Ulidia in search of the magical Brown Bull of Cooley. Her troops have been met by the famous Knights of the Red Branch, led by their hero Cuchulainn. Both armies so far have suffered great losses but Ulidia's army has sustained the most. Macha, a vengeful goddess, has struck down many of their warriors with her curse because their King Connor caused her to race his horses, even though she was about to give birth. The battlefield reeks of the blood of the slain and only you can stop the needless killing. This magical country needs your help. Equip your best gear. You've been chosen to be the Defender of Ulidia. To access the new areas (not applicable if you are playing the expansion standalone), go to Mithria harbor and talk to captain Hanty, then select "Macha's Curse" as your travel destination. It's recommended you reach at least level 40 before taking on the challenges posed by this expansion.
Duskfall
Embark on a dark fantasy adventure in this turn-based dungeon crawler RPG. Explore intricate dungeons, engage in strategic combat, and uncover a compelling storyline. Upgrade your hero with thousands of items and craft legendary gear.
- Turn-based dungeon crawling
- Strategic combat system
- Fantasy world exploration
- Hero customization and upgrades
- Crafting and enchantment
- Offline gameplay
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Embark on a thrilling journey with this turn-based dungeon crawler RPG! Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Duskfall. Dive into the heart of dungeons, where every step holds secrets, treasures, and formidable foes. Epic Dungeon Adventures: Navigate through intricate dungeons, uncovering mysteries and facing mythical creatures. Engage in turn-based battles, employing strategic prowess to triumph over challenging foes. Fantasy World Exploration: Roam through a richly crafted fantasy world, filled with captivating landscapes and enigmatic characters. Unravel the secrets of ancient lore and embark on a quest that will test your courage and wit. Strategic Turn-Based Combat: Equip your hero, plan your moves wisely, and engage in strategic turn-based battles. Conquer enemies, discover hidden pathways, and emerge victorious in this thrilling RPG experience. Upgrade and Customize: Collect thousands of items, from powerful weapons to enchanted armor. Upgrade your gear, unlock new abilities, and customize your hero to fit your playstyle. Compelling Storyline: Immerse yourself in a deep and captivating narrative that unfolds as you progress. Encounter intriguing characters, make impactful choices, and shape the outcome of your epic adventure. Crafting and Enchantment: Experiment with the magical arts at the forge. Craft powerful potions, enchant your equipment, and create legendary items that will aid you in your quest. Offline Gameplay: Play anytime, anywhere – Duskfall offers an offline gaming experience. Dive into dungeons and embark on quests even when offline. Embark on a heroic journey in Duskfall, where dungeons hold the keys to unrivaled adventures. Download now and discover the true essence of turn-based RPG gaming!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Duskfall at Free against The Quest's $2.99. Duskfall also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months). The Quest's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On 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
Duskfall is free to download; The Quest costs $2.99 up front. Duskfall sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. The Quest asks for nothing beyond the download.
Duskfall holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Duskfall has 3.6K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of The Quest's written reviews are positive against 86% of Duskfall's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
The Quest ships an update every 4 months, Duskfall every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Quest | Duskfall |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.4 (9 ratings) | 4.8 (3.6K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 85.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 9 | 3.6K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 222 MB | 230 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Redshift | Viktor Domonyi |
Customer experience
The Quest
Duskfall
Bugs and requests
The Quest
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Duskfall
Reported bugs
3 issues- Items disappearing after purchases
- Doors/gates relocking after progress
- Clues not saved in quest log
Requested features
8 requests- More in-game purchase options
- More skill optimization
- Hint feature or help for stuck players
- Ability to see companion classes
- Ability to customize companions
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- Speed up option for enemy turns
- Respawning enemies for grinding
- Better inventory management
In-app purchases
The Quest
No in-app purchases
Duskfall
- Duskfall Pack$0.99
- Remove Ads$1.99
- Duskfall Pack$1.99
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- Seasons Tier 2 Pass$5.99
- 600 gems$5.99
- Duskfall Pack$5.99
- 1300 gems$11.99
- Duskfall Pack$11.99
- Duskfall Pack$22.99
- Duskfall Pack$34.99









