Comparison

Eldrum vs Eldrum

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

Head to head
About

Eldrum

Embark on a text-based RPG adventure where your choices shape the narrative. Explore a world of warring factions, gather equipment, and develop your character. Discover secrets and multiple endings in this immersive interactive fiction.

Highlights
  • Text-based choices adventure RPG
  • Character building and equipment
  • Multiple endings
  • Over 8 hours of playtime
  • Secrets to discover
  • Supports phones and tablets
  • Accessible for blind/low-vision players
Features
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Try before you buy! Eldrum: Untold is free to try up to a certain point in the story where you’ll be offered to purchase the full game in order to continue. Eldrum: Untold is an immersive text-based RPG adventure, combining old school CYOA (Choose Your Own Adventure) features with modern twists. PLOT You wake up on a beach - shipwrecked, confused and traumatized. Follow the footprints and you will find a fellow survivor in the wilderness. She is a nomad, who seems to have endured the same traumatic experiences. Together, you embark on a quest for answers and retribution. As you venture through the world to discover the truth in this interactive fiction, you’ll gather equipment and forge your character. The lands of Tem Khiris are drenched in blood. You must figure out a way to survive in this world of warring states and rival tribes. Proceed with caution, for death lurks around every corner. Poor decisions will soon send you on a one-way trip to the Underworld. FEATURES - Nostalgic table-top RPG style - Many secrets to discover - Equip and build your character - Over 8 hours of playtime (Estimated, single play-through) - Multiple endings - Replay-ability with different play styles opening up different locations, NPCs and gear - Text based choices adventure RPG - Supports phones as well as tablets - Accessible to blind and low-vision players Choose wisely, your decisions matter! IN THE NEWS “A full-on RPG, complete with character progression, inventory management, and NPC interactions ... The character development and combat systems find that sweet spot between being too simplistic to matter and becoming a bloated distraction.” – Gamespace.com “Untold is a really solid and convenient package. It delivers feelings of grand adventure while allowing you to experiment and explore, and it does this pretty much all through text. It may not satisfy folks looking for a flashier, more action-packed experience, but Untold's restraint is exactly what makes it so impressive and refreshing.” – 148apps.com JOIN THE COMMUNITY https://discord.eldrum.com

About

Eldrum

Embark on a dark, immersive text-based RPG where your decisions dictate your fate. Experience D&D-inspired gameplay, strategic turn-based combat, and branching storylines in a richly crafted, grimdark world. Explore, uncover secrets, and forge your own path to one of multiple endings.

Highlights
  • Branching storylines with multiple endings
  • D&D-inspired gameplay mechanics
  • Strategic turn-based combat
  • Rich, dark, and immersive world
  • Exploration with secrets and side quests
  • Atmospheric audio and evocative imagery
Features
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Dive into a dark, immersive world where your choices shape your destiny. Eldrum: Black Dust is a gripping text-based RPG that combines the depth of D&D, the strategic gameplay of CRPGs, and the narrative freedom of CYOA gamebooks. Key Features: - Branching Storylines: Every decision matters in this grimdark adventure, leading to multiple endings. - D&D-Inspired Gameplay: Experience the depth of tabletop RPGs in a mobile format. - Turn-Based Combat: Engage in strategic 2D battles reminiscent of classic CRPGs. - Rich, Dark World: Explore a meticulously crafted universe filled with moral ambiguity and tough choices. - Immersive Experience: Vivid text descriptions enhanced by evocative imagery and atmospheric audio. - Exploration: Roam the desert city and its surroundings, uncovering secrets and side quests. Eldrum: Black Dust brings the essence of traditional gamebooks and CRPGs to your fingertips, with a modern twist. Whether you're a fan of Choose Your Own Adventure stories, D&D campaigns, or simply looking for a deep, narrative-driven experience, this game offers hours of captivating gameplay. Our commitment to accessibility shines through - Eldrum: Black Dust is proudly created by a studio recognized for developing the Best Mobile Game for Blind Users (AppleVis Game of the Year 2020). Embark on your journey through the dark and unforgiving world of Eldrum today. Every choice you make, every path you take, will leave its mark on the Black Dust. What tale will you weave, and which of the multiple endings will you unlock? Eldrum: Black Dust is the third game in the Eldrum series. The games' stories are linked and there are references between the games, but they can be played in any order. Download now and start your grimdark adventure!

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Eldrum at Free against Eldrum's $8.99. Eldrum also leads on ratings volume (1.4K vs 160). Eldrum's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 9 days). On rating, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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

Eldrum is free to download; Eldrum costs $8.99 up front. Eldrum sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Eldrum sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Eldrum holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Eldrum has 1.4K ratings behind it against 160, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Eldrum's written reviews are positive against 92% of Eldrum's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Eldrum ships an update every 9 days, Eldrum every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Eldrum versus Eldrum: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEldrumEldrum
PriceFree — better$8.99
Rating4.7 (1.4K ratings)4.9 (160 ratings) — better
Positive reviews86.5% of reviews92.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.4K — better160
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size159 MB186 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperAct NoneAct None

Customer experience

Eldrum

All ratings1,442 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral3.5%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews304 reviews
Positive86.5%
Neutral6.6%
Negative6.9%

Eldrum

All ratings159 ratings
Positive95.6%
Neutral3.1%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews51 reviews
Positive92.2%
Neutral3.9%
Negative3.9%

User reviews

Eldrum

From 1.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Immersive story and world-building
  • 🎨 Beautiful artwork and music
  • 🕹️ Engaging gameplay with meaningful choices
  • 🔍 Lots of secrets and replayability
  • 💰 Fair pricing model (one-time purchase)

Room to improve

  • 🔍 Lack of guidance/hints can be frustrating
  • 🕰️ Relatively short main story
  • 🤖 Combat system could use more depth
  • 🔄 Limited ability to revisit previous areas

Eldrum

From 160 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Immersive storytelling
  • 🚀 Engaging combat system
  • 💡 Accessible for blind users
  • 🔒 Deep RPG mechanics
  • 👍 Fantastic writing

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Broken/tedious combat
  • 🐛 Slow progression
  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches

Bugs and requests

Eldrum

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Occasional softlocks/progression blockers
  • Typos and minor text issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • More content/story expansions
  • Ability to carry over progress/decisions to sequels
  • Additional languages (e.g., Russian, Spanish)
  • Improved inventory/save management

Eldrum

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Voiceover issues with health display
  • RNG-heavy combat

Requested features

3 requests
  • More cities and activities
  • Ability to improve fighting skills
  • Clarity on save system

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Eldrum

One-time3
  • Upgrade from Basic to Premium$1.99
  • Basic$4.99
  • Premium$5.99
1 purchases

Eldrum

One-time1
  • Mount Karnak DLC$4.99

Questions

Is Eldrum free?
Eldrum is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Eldrum free?
Eldrum costs $8.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Eldrum or Eldrum?
Eldrum is rated higher. Eldrum averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while Eldrum averages 4.9 from 160 ratings.
Do Eldrum or Eldrum have ads?
Neither Eldrum nor Eldrum shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Eldrum or Eldrum?
Eldrum ships an update every 9 days, and Eldrum every 3 days. Most recently, Eldrum was updated on October 21, 2026 and Eldrum on October 27, 2026.

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