Comparison

Arcane Quest Legends vs Tribulation Runner

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

Head to head
About

Arcane Quest Legends

Embark on an epic offline action RPG adventure, battling hordes of monsters and forging your own destiny. Customize your hero with no class limitations and master your combat skills to overcome challenges and uncover a compelling story.

Highlights
  • Hack and slash combat
  • Character customization
  • Offline gameplay
  • Epic storyline
  • Dungeon crawling
  • Loot collection and upgrades
Features
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The Powers of Darkness have spread in the Real of Auria, you must forge your own destiny with this action packed RPG Hack & Slash and fight your way through endless hordes of orcs, undead, demons and all sorts of terrifying creatures. Merciless dungeon hunter or savior of the peace? Build your own legend, level up and create your character to match your favorite combat style. With no standard classes, your imagination is the only limit to grow the final warrior. Complete dozens of primary and side quests, entertain yourself with mini games to break the action, hire the best ally to participate in this great adventure. The gameplay returns to the origins of the true hack & slash games. No auto combat or endless grinding, your own skills will determine your success. Face gigantic bosses to unveil the true nature of your hero! **GAME FEATURES** PURE CLASSIC ACTION RPG • Hack and slash your way through hordes of terrible monsters • Collect loot and upgrade your equipment to get ready for the final battle • Classic action RPG mechanics, forget endless grinding, your skills will be your only ally to defeat your enemies BEST RPG OFFLINE EXPERIENCE • Enjoy stunning 3D visuals travelling across the Realm of Auria • Play offline, on the road or at your home, the game does NOT require an internet connection EPIC STORY LINE • Delve one more time into the Real of Auria, in this prequel to the Arcane Quest guild wars • Uncover the mystery surrounding your hero’s past, join the Baron’s forces to save the Realm from this evil menace COMPLETE CHARACTER CUSTOMIZATION • Don’t get limited by standard character classes, build your own hero according to your favorite style: warrior, wizard, ranger, or mix it up for more fun! • Choose from dozens of different abilities to create the perfect monster slayer IN-APP PURCHASES • Play the first act of the game completely for free, and unlock further acts only if you are enjoying your experience • No tricky money grabbing schemes, consumable IAPs are absolutely optional and only if you need a boost to complete your adventure Visit our official site at https://arcane-quest.com/ Check out the developer’s blog at https://nexgamestudios.com/ Don't forget to follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arcanequestlegends/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NexGameStudios Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nexgamestudios

About

Tribulation Runner

Features
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Walk the long, bitter road of cultivation. Tribulation Runner is an endless runner set on the cultivator's path — run, leap, slide, and cut through an ever-harder road as you gather Qi and ascend realm by realm. The way you play CHANGES as you grow: a mortal can only endure and dodge, but ascend and you'll awaken Qi Leap (double jump), sword-qi, Cloud Tread (glide), Sword-flight, and at last face the Heavenly Tribulation. • Cultivation that lasts — your realm is saved across sessions; reaching Ascension is a journey of weeks, not minutes. • An evolving game — new arts and new threats unlock as you climb from Qi Condensation to Ascension. • Heavenly Tribulation — endure a lightning gauntlet to break through to the next realm. • Build your Dao Heart combo and refine permanent cultivation upgrades. • Daily Qi rewards, cultivation trials, and a journal of milestones. • One-handed swipe controls. The road is long. Will you endure it?

Screenshots

Arcane Quest Legends4 screens
Tribulation Runner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tribulation Runner at none against Arcane Quest Legends's 10. Tribulation Runner also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. Arcane Quest Legends sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Tribulation Runner asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Arcane Quest Legends ships an update every 3 weeks, Tribulation Runner every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Arcane Quest Legends versus Tribulation Runner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArcane Quest LegendsTribulation Runner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (583 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings583 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size1.1 GB178 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperNex Game Studios OUEbrahim Shaikh

Bugs and requests

Arcane Quest Legends

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes and freezes when upgrading gear
  • Disappearing items after enchanting
  • Inability to move camera in desired direction
  • Enemies/objects blocking item pickup

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to revisit previous acts after completion
  • Improved map and navigation tools
  • More character customization options
  • Expanded skill trees and abilities
  • Online/multiplayer functionality

Tribulation Runner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Arcane Quest Legends

One-time10
  • Gold & Arcanes Pack 1$0.99
  • Gold & Arcanes Pack 2$1.99
  • Act 2 Pack$1.99
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  • Act 3 Pack$1.99
  • Act 4 Pack$1.99
  • Gold & Arcanes Pack 3$2.99
  • ULTIMATE ACTS BUNDLE$3.99
  • Gold & Arcanes Pack 4$4.99
  • Gold & Arcanes Pack 5$7.99
  • Gold & Arcanes Pack 6$12.99
None

Tribulation Runner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Arcane Quest Legends free?
Arcane Quest Legends is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tribulation Runner free?
Tribulation Runner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Arcane Quest Legends or Tribulation Runner have ads?
Arcane Quest Legends shows ads; Tribulation Runner does not.
Which is updated more often, Arcane Quest Legends or Tribulation Runner?
Arcane Quest Legends ships an update every 3 weeks, and Tribulation Runner every 6 weeks. Most recently, Arcane Quest Legends was updated on November 2, 2026 and Tribulation Runner on October 28, 2026.

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