Comparison

Rogue Legacy vs ScourgeBringer

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

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About

Rogue Legacy

Explore a procedurally generated castle where each death allows your unique child to inherit your progress. Upgrade your manor and skills to face challenging enemies and uncover secrets in this acclaimed rogue-lite adventure.

Highlights
  • Procedurally generated castle exploration
  • Unique heirs with distinct traits
  • Manor and skill tree upgrades
  • Multiple character classes
  • Diverse enemies and bosses
  • Remastered iOS controls
Features
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The critically acclaimed - award winning rogue-LITE arrives on iOS in “Rogue Legacy: Wanderer Edition”. A highly curated edition specifically built for the iOS. The Wanderer Edition includes everything from the base game (including the anniversary update); but adds on top new iOS specific traits, new rooms, new mini-bosses, and a completely remastered control scheme to help bring the console experience of Rogue Legacy into the palm of your hands. · Indiecade 2013 Finalist, PAX 10 Official Selection, and more · 9/10 IGN - “Clever, creative, and addictive as hell.” · 9/10 Polygon - “I've never played an action game or a perma-death driven RPG that succeeds the same way.” · 8.5/10 Destructoid – “This is a game that won't just eat up your time, but devour it” · 9.5/10 Playstation Universe – “stands as a towering achievement and an easy recommendation to anyone not put off by the idea of near-endless, social-life destroying fun.” · 9/10 Official Xbox Magazine UK – “Rogue Legacy mixes up genres and, through some inspired design choices, brings out the best in both.” Explore and discover the secrets of an ever-changing castle. Each time you die, your child will succeed you. Every child is unique. One child might be colorblind, another might have vertigo-- they could even be a dwarf. The world is unforgiving, and you will die. But that’s ok, every passing sees your children inherit your bounty. Spend it upgrading your manor, and give all your successors a step up in life, and another chance at vanquishing evil. Features: · A procedurally generated adventure. Explore new castles with every life. · Rogue-lite. Your character dies, but with each passing your lineage grows and becomes stronger. · Tons of unique traits that makes each playthrough special. Ever wanted to be dyslexic? Now you can! · More than 8 classes to choose from (9)! Each class has unique abilities that change the way you play the game. · Over 60 different enemies to test your skills against. Hope you like palette-swaps! · Massive, expandable skill tree. Rack in the loot to upgrade your manor and give your successors a cutting edge. · Equip your heroes with powerful weaponry and armor. Or gain new abilities like flight, dash, and air jumping. · Tons of secrets and easter eggs to uncover... or are there? Yes there are. · Includes the base game content + Anniversary Update + exclusive Wanderer Edition content. · Rebalanced difficulty. You’re playing this on cars, buses, beds, and toilets. We’re not silly enough to assume you’ve got the same level of concentration as you do on a TV.

About

ScourgeBringer

Embark on a fast-paced roguelite platforming adventure in a post-apocalyptic world. Control Kyhra, a skilled warrior, as she battles ancient machines and monstrous foes to uncover the secrets of a mysterious entity and potentially save humanity.

Highlights
  • Fast-paced rogue-platforming gameplay
  • Fluid platforming controls
  • Frantic combat system
  • Hordes of enemies and giant bosses
  • Ever-changing dungeon exploration
  • Uncover mysteries and secrets
Features
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ScourgeBringer is a fast-paced free-moving roguelite platformer. Help Kyhra to explore the unknown and slash her way through ancient machines guarding the seal of her past, and maybe the redemption of humanity. Set in a post-apocalyptic world where a mysterious entity wreaked havoc on all humanity, ScourgeBringer puts you in the shoes of the deadliest warrior of her clan: Kyhra. Help her to explore the unknown and slash her way through ancient machines guarding the seal of her past, and maybe the redemption of humanity. Key Features: • Dive into fast-paced rogue-platforming gameplay described by Eurogamer as "Dead Cells meets Celeste" • Slash and shoot your way smoothly with super fluid platforming controls • Sharpen your skills with a frantic combat system focused on attacks only • Dash forward to the otherworldly adaptive sounds of Joonas Turner (Nuclear Throne, Downwell, Broforce...) • Defy hordes of unspeakable enemies and giant bosses holding the secrets of the Scourge • Explore the infinite depths of an ever-changing dungeon • Uncover mysteries and find mementos of previous explorers to unlock reality defining secrets

Screenshots

Rogue Legacy4 screens
ScourgeBringer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Rogue Legacy at none against ScourgeBringer's shown. Rogue Legacy also leads on price ($3.99 vs $5.99) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). ScourgeBringer's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (486 vs 128). On review sentiment, update cadence, 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

Rogue Legacy costs $3.99 and ScourgeBringer $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ScourgeBringer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 128 and 486 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 73% of Rogue Legacy's written reviews are positive against 70% of ScourgeBringer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rogue Legacy ships an update every 3 months, ScourgeBringer every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Rogue Legacy versus ScourgeBringer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRogue LegacyScourgeBringer
Price$3.99 — better$5.99
Rating4.5 (128 ratings)4.8 (486 ratings) — better
Positive reviews72.9% of reviews — better69.6% of reviews
Number of ratings128486 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size334 MB153 MB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperCellar Door Games, Inc.Plug In Digital

Customer experience

Rogue Legacy

All ratings128 ratings
Positive85.9%
Neutral3.1%
Negative10.9%
Written reviews155 reviews
Positive72.9%
Neutral7.7%
Negative19.4%

ScourgeBringer

All ratings485 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral1.4%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews69 reviews
Positive69.6%
Neutral15.9%
Negative14.5%

User reviews

Rogue Legacy

From 128 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎮 Excellent roguelike gameplay with high replayability
  • 🎨 Charming pixel art and visual design
  • 💰 Fair pricing with no in-app purchases
  • 🔄 Unique character trait system adds variety
  • 📱 Successful port from console/PC to mobile

Room to improve

  • 🎮 Touch controls are imprecise and unresponsive
  • 🔋 High battery consumption and device heating
  • 🕹️ Controller support not working for PS5 controllers
  • 📱 Black bars on newer iPhone models
  • ⚠️ Extremely difficult difficulty curve

ScourgeBringer

From 486 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎨 Excellent art style and charming graphics
  • ⚡ Smooth, fast-paced, fluid combat system
  • 🎮 Great controller support and button mapping
  • 🎵 High-quality music and sound design
  • 🧩 Engaging roguelike gameplay with solid skill tree

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes on various iOS devices
  • 🔊 Audio cuts out when other apps play sound
  • ❌ No sound on some devices (iPhone Air)
  • 🎮 Touch controls feel awkward and imprecise
  • ⚙️ Non-customizable controls limit accessibility

Bugs and requests

Rogue Legacy

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • PS5 controller not recognized despite MFI support
  • Game crashes upon entering castle after updates
  • Screen flipped upside down on launch
  • Black screen on iPhone XR with iOS 14.2
  • Save file corruption and iCloud sync issues
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  • Stuttering after Metal graphics update
  • Unresponsive button inputs
  • Occasional unintended input registration
  • Performance issues on older devices (iPhone 6s)

Requested features

10 requests
  • D-pad control option instead of joystick
  • Fixed/stationary movement controls
  • Multiple preset button configurations
  • Difficulty settings or casual mode
  • Full screen support for iPhone XS Max and newer
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  • Slide-based control scheme alternative
  • Ability to jump from joystick upward movement
  • Simultaneous jump and attack capability
  • Rogue Legacy 2 mobile port
  • Additional character classes/content

ScourgeBringer

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • Game crashes immediately on launch (purple screen)
  • Crashes on iPad Pro with iOS 17.1.2
  • Crashes when connecting wired controller
  • Crashes during intense particle effects (3rd floor boss)
  • Save and exit reduces HP to 1 unexpectedly
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  • iCloud save only syncs one direction (iPad to iPhone)
  • Touch controls cause accidental dashes
  • Smashed bullets scatter instead of following directional input
  • Game won't load or launch on some devices

Requested features

12 requests
  • Customizable control mapping
  • Dash button option instead of swipe mechanic
  • Static joystick position during combat
  • Controller support for all devices
  • Casual/easier difficulty modes with progression
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  • More endgame content and new zones
  • Additional enemies and bosses
  • More store items and healing methods
  • Better balance for early game resources
  • Option to play personal music during gameplay
  • Traditional roguelike mode with item-based skill trees
  • Right-side dash option for touch controls

In-app purchases

None

Rogue Legacy

No in-app purchases

None

ScourgeBringer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rogue Legacy free?
Rogue Legacy costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ScourgeBringer free?
ScourgeBringer costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Rogue Legacy or ScourgeBringer?
ScourgeBringer is rated higher. Rogue Legacy averages 4.5 out of 5 from 128 ratings, while ScourgeBringer averages 4.8 from 486 ratings.
Do Rogue Legacy or ScourgeBringer have ads?
ScourgeBringer shows ads; Rogue Legacy does not.
Which is updated more often, Rogue Legacy or ScourgeBringer?
Rogue Legacy ships an update every 3 months, and ScourgeBringer every 2 months. Most recently, Rogue Legacy was updated on October 24, 2026 and ScourgeBringer on October 24, 2026.

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