# Bridge Constructor vs The Elder Scrolls

The clearest difference is price: The Elder Scrolls at Free against Bridge Constructor's $1.99. The Elder Scrolls also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (13K vs 44). Bridge Constructor's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 39) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

The Elder Scrolls is free to download; Bridge Constructor costs $1.99 up front. The Elder Scrolls sells 39 one-off in-app purchases. Bridge Constructor asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Bridge Constructor against 4.6 for The Elder Scrolls. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Elder Scrolls has 13K ratings behind it against 44, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 69% of Bridge Constructor's written reviews are positive against 49% of The Elder Scrolls's.

Bridge Constructor ships an update every 3 months, The Elder Scrolls every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bridge Constructor | The Elder Scrolls |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (44 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bridge-constructor-twd/id1510735231/reviews)** | [4.6 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-elder-scrolls-castles/id1594657136/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 44 | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | **69.2% of reviews** | 49.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 274 MB | 686 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Headup GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/503190235) | [Bethesda](https://appshunter.io/developer/547109759) |

## What reviewers say

### Bridge Constructor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bridge-constructor-twd/id1510735231)

Build bridges and lethal traps to guide survivors and vehicles through a zombie-infested world. Utilize physics, explosives, and character abilities to outsmart hordes of undead and hostile humans.

**Highlights:** Bridge and trap construction, Physics-based puzzles, The Walking Dead crossover, Lethal walker traps, Survivor rescue missions, Explosives and baits

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### The Elder Scrolls

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-elder-scrolls-castles/id1594657136)

Build and manage your own castle and dynasty across generations. Make crucial decisions, customize your stronghold, and send heroes on quests to protect your kingdom. Your choices shape your legacy.

**Highlights:** Build and customize your castle, Manage your dynasty across generations, Make impactful kingdom decisions, Train subjects and assign workstations, Complete epic quests with heroes, Equip heroes with epic gear

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (39)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Event Bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pouch of Gems - 50% discount | $0.99 | one-time |
| Imperial Decoration: Discount | $1.99 | one-time |
| Legendary Shield Spellbreaker | $1.99 | one-time |
| Legendary Axe: Warlock Butcher | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pouch of Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Potions and Scrolls | $2.99 | one-time |
| Imperial Decoration | $3.99 | one-time |
| Witch-Hunting Reinforcements | $4.99 | one-time |
| Small Starter Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Emperor's Pass (7 days) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sack of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Magical Craftsmen | $5.99 | one-time |
| Legendary Event Subject Bundle | $6.99 | one-time |
| Redguard Bundle: New Blood | $7.99 | one-time |
| Holiday Feast Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Satchel of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Potions and Scrolls | $9.99 | one-time |
| Dwemer Furnace Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Emperor's Pass (14 days) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Magical Craftsmen | $9.99 | one-time |
| Weekly Bundle: Silversmith | $11.99 | one-time |
| Put Your Dukes Up - Discount | $11.99 | one-time |
| A Bit of Everything | $11.99 | one-time |
| Decoration Pack | $12.99 | one-time |
| But make it fashion - discount | $13.99 | one-time |
| Emperor's Pass (30 days) | $13.99 | one-time |
| Large Starter Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| Weekly Bundle: It's Adore-able | $17.99 | one-time |
| Imperial Coffer of Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| Weekly Bundle : A Noble Path | $19.99 | one-time |
| Weekly Bundle: A Mage's Touch | $19.99 | one-time |
| Biggest Bundle (Big Discount) | $19.99 | one-time |
| Emperor's Pass (1 year) | $19.99 | one-time |
| Strongbox of Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| Put Your Dukes Up | $29.99 | one-time |
| Weekly Bundle: Silversmith | $29.99 | one-time |
| Imperial Coffer of Gems | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Unique Elder Scrolls-themed mechanics
- 💡 Interesting character relationships and decision-making
- 🎨 Beautiful visuals and music

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 💰 Aggressive monetization with paywall-locked content
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and sync issues
- 🕹️ Clunky controls and UI

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to select rooms without selecting characters
- Accidental character movement due to poor UI
- Inconsistent resource collection when game is closed

**Requested features**

- Multiple save files or restart option
- More customization options for castle and characters
- Improved character management tools
- Deeper integration with Elder Scrolls lore and characters


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bridge Constructor free?

Bridge Constructor costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is The Elder Scrolls free?

The Elder Scrolls is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bridge Constructor or The Elder Scrolls?

Bridge Constructor is rated higher. Bridge Constructor averages 4.7 out of 5 from 44 ratings, while The Elder Scrolls averages 4.6 from 13K ratings.

### Do Bridge Constructor or The Elder Scrolls have ads?

The Elder Scrolls shows ads; Bridge Constructor does not.

### Which is updated more often, Bridge Constructor or The Elder Scrolls?

Bridge Constructor ships an update every 3 months, and The Elder Scrolls every 2 weeks. Most recently, Bridge Constructor was updated on October 13, 2026 and The Elder Scrolls on October 14, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*