Comparison

Grimguard Tactics vs Duskfall

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

Head to head
About

Grimguard Tactics

Embark on a dark fantasy tactical RPG adventure. Command your squad through war-torn lands, explore ancient ruins, and engage in strategic turn-based battles. Uncover hidden truths and forge your path with courageous choices.

Highlights
  • Dark fantasy tactical RPG
  • Strategic turn-based combat
  • Recruit powerful allies
  • Explore distinct regions
  • Immersive adventure
  • Character-driven story
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They call them, "Heroes" in this realm. They defend the last bastions of humanity, battle monstrous hordes, and leave their mark on countless battlefields. Together with your companions, you'll traverse the war-torn lands of Terenos, following the path once tread by legendary heroes. You will explore ancient ruins, recruit powerful allies, and begin new adventures among countless perilous landscapes. All the answers you seek will be uncovered in the shadows. Well, what're you waiting for? Are you ready to begin this tactical journey? Grimguard Tactics is a new Outerdawn Tactical RPG. Command your squad and experience the dark fantasy world filled with strategic battles and thrilling adventures. Players will meet new allies across various regions and maybe even face some familiar foes. Overcome the challenges together and unravel the hidden truths behind the Primorvan invasion! Explore Distinct Regions — Discover the war-torn lands filled with danger 3, 2, 1, fight! A fortress under siege, a cursed forest, a village overrun by the horrors... Every mission of this battle is a never-before-seen challenge! Explore perilous landscapes and ancient ruins, uncover mysteries beyond imagination, and set out on a journey of survival and strategy! Riveting RPG Experience — A best-in-class immersive adventure in a dark fantasy world Embark on a tactical adventure where you shape the story. Experience high-quality turn-based battles, with innovative character designs, and our original score setting the stage. Join us now and journey through a world of conflict and collaboration, where your choices define the outcome! Fateful Encounters Await — Cross paths with characters intertwined by destiny Prepare your squad and embark on this perilous journey together! A fierce and taciturn mercenary, a cunning mayoress, a wise and powerful guildmaster, and even a mysterious and enigmatic wanderer... Confront the darkness together and weave your past, present, and future with courage and sacrifice. Turn-based Combat Reimagined — Exhilarating Battles Fueled by Strategy and Skill Get ready for intense battles with a satisfying rhythm! Use a brand-new tactical combat system that enables simple yet strategic controls, employ talents, perks and exploit enemy weaknesses, then finish the fight with style via a powerful abilities. Customer Service Email: gg-support@outerdawn.com Official Website: https://www.outerdawn.com/games/grimguard

About

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.

Highlights
  • Turn-based dungeon crawling
  • Strategic combat system
  • Fantasy world exploration
  • Hero customization and upgrades
  • Crafting and enchantment
  • Offline gameplay
Features
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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!

Screenshots

Grimguard Tactics4 screens
Duskfall4 screens

Verdict

The call

Grimguard Tactics and Duskfall both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 86% of Duskfall's written reviews are positive against 55% of Grimguard Tactics's. Duskfall also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Grimguard Tactics sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Duskfall sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Grimguard Tactics against 4.8 for Duskfall. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3K and 3.6K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 55% of Grimguard Tactics's written reviews are positive against 86% of Duskfall's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Grimguard Tactics ships an update every 3 weeks, Duskfall every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Grimguard Tactics versus Duskfall: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGrimguard TacticsDuskfall
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (3K ratings)4.8 (3.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews54.6% of reviews85.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3K3.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size345 MB230 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperOuterdawn LimitedViktor Domonyi

Customer experience

Grimguard Tactics

All ratings3,029 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral1.2%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews630 reviews
Positive54.6%
Neutral11.4%
Negative34.0%

Duskfall

All ratings3,585 ratings
Positive97.9%
Neutral1.1%
Negative0.9%
Written reviews334 reviews
Positive85.9%
Neutral5.4%
Negative8.7%

User reviews

Grimguard Tactics

From 3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay
  • 👍 Enjoyable story and characters
  • 🎨 Beautiful art style
  • 🎮 Engaging tactical combat
  • 💰 F2P friendly progression

Room to improve

  • 🔍 Lack of content variety
  • 🕰️ Repetitive grind
  • 💰 Aggressive monetization
  • 🐛 Bugs and crashes
  • 🤖 Poor AI decision-making

Duskfall

From 3.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great retro experience
  • 🚀 Satisfying RPG/dungeon crawler
  • 💡 Customizable character
  • 👍 Good basic fun
  • 👍 Impressive and interesting

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Sudden difficulty spike
  • 🔒 Inventory paywall
  • 🐛 Unreliable updates
  • 🐛 Inventory management issues
  • 🐛 Unclear progression and lack of hints

Bugs and requests

Grimguard Tactics

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent freezing and crashes
  • Progression loss after updates
  • Unresponsive controls during tutorial
  • Incorrect or missing localization

Requested features

5 requests
  • More hero customization options
  • Increased energy/stamina limits
  • Faster progression for F2P players
  • Skip/auto-battle functionality
  • Improved tutorial and onboarding

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

10 purchases

Grimguard Tactics

One-time10
  • Sorcerer Game Changer Offer$2.99
  • Enchantress Upgrade Pack$4.99
  • Arbiter Upgrade Pack$4.99
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  • Chalice of Rubies$9.99
  • Daily Ruby Deal$9.99
  • Daily Order Hero$9.99
  • Seasonal Contract Pack$14.99
  • Mound of Terenite$16.99
  • Contract Bundle$24.99
  • Star Oracle Pack$99.99
10 purchases

Duskfall

One-time10
  • 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

Questions

Is Grimguard Tactics free?
Grimguard Tactics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Duskfall free?
Duskfall is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Grimguard Tactics or Duskfall?
Duskfall is rated higher. Grimguard Tactics averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while Duskfall averages 4.8 from 3.6K ratings.
Do Grimguard Tactics or Duskfall have ads?
Both Grimguard Tactics and Duskfall show ads.
Which is updated more often, Grimguard Tactics or Duskfall?
Grimguard Tactics ships an update every 3 weeks, and Duskfall every 2 weeks. Most recently, Grimguard Tactics was updated on November 8, 2026 and Duskfall on November 7, 2026.

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