# FirstQueen1NEXT vs Skel and Defense

The clearest difference is review sentiment: FirstQueen1NEXT at 64% against Skel and Defense's 48%. FirstQueen1NEXT also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). Skel and Defense's advantage is price ($0.49 vs $2.99). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

FirstQueen1NEXT costs $2.99 and Skel and Defense $0.49 up front. FirstQueen1NEXT sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Skel and Defense sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FirstQueen1NEXT | Skel and Defense |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **$0.49** |
| Rating | — | **[4.8 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skel-and-defense/id6476342802/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **10** |
| Positive reviews | **64.3% of reviews** | 47.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 417 MB | 209 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Kure Software Koubou Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1152764313) | [Buff Studio Co.Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/828994637) |

## What reviewers say

### FirstQueen1NEXT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/firstqueen1next/id1559401687)

A remake of a classic strategy game, this title offers upgraded gameplay with larger battlefields and troop management. Recruit diverse units, manage their personalities, and strategically lead them to victory against ambitious rulers. Operability is optimized for modern touchscreens.

**Highlights:** Remake of a classic 1988 strategy game, Upgraded gameplay and improved playability, Battles with a second battalion of troops, Subordinates act based on individual personalities, New characters and items like nurses and special item users, Strategic unit placement and enemy troop management, Optimized operability for smartphones and tablets

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PointPack1000 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 2200ポイントパック | $1.99 | one-time |
| 3400ポイントパック | $2.99 | one-time |
| 4600ポイントパック | $3.99 | one-time |
| 9800ポイントパック | $7.99 | one-time |
| 23000ポイントパック | $15.99 | one-time |
| 36000ポイントパック | $23.99 | one-time |


### Skel and Defense

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skel-and-defense/id6476342802)

Build and defend your dungeon against waves of heroes. Strategically place traps and command skeletal warriors to thwart intruders. Explore challenging stages, unlock new abilities, and customize your gameplay with unique perks.

**Highlights:** Strategic trap placement, Command skeletal warriors, Variety of trap rooms, Challenging stages and endless mode, Customizable perks, Skill enhancement and secrets

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Skin Ticket x1 | $0.29 | one-time |
| Skin Ticket x3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Blessing of Experience | $1.99 | one-time |
| Skin Ticket x8 | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FirstQueen1NEXT free?

FirstQueen1NEXT costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Skel and Defense free?

Skel and Defense costs $0.49, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Do FirstQueen1NEXT or Skel and Defense have ads?

Neither FirstQueen1NEXT nor Skel and Defense shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FirstQueen1NEXT or Skel and Defense?

FirstQueen1NEXT ships an update fortnightly, and Skel and Defense fortnightly. Most recently, FirstQueen1NEXT was updated on November 3, 2026 and Skel and Defense on November 4, 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.*