Comparison

Watcher Chronicles vs SquadBlast

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

Head to head
About

Watcher Chronicles

Embark on a challenging 2D souls-like ARPG adventure through a purgatorial realm. Battle over 20 bosses, explore interconnected areas, and master fast-paced, skill-based combat. Upgrade your hero with diverse weapons and magic, and enjoy local co-op multiplayer.

Highlights
  • Challenging souls-like combat
  • Large interconnected world exploration
  • Local co-op multiplayer
  • Powerful magic spells
  • Diverse weapon types
  • Robust RPG system
  • Over 20 relentless bosses
Features
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Play the first area for free. In-app purchase the full game. 14+ hours first playthrough with new game+. Full controller support. Cloud save support. Become a glutton for punishment and persevere against 20+ merciless bosses and legions of skeletal nightmares in this savage yet charming 2D souls-like. Purgatory has been invaded by an unholy threat. A group of fallen ones called “The Watchers” now seek to transform it into a new hell. Lost souls must unite or face utter annihilation… Fast Skill Based Combat - Challenging but fair souls-like combat with tight and finely tuned controls. Dodge, block, and slice your way through enemies. Large Interconnected World - Explore every crack of a purgatorial realm filled with secrets and game changing loot in a non-linear fashion. Local Co-op Multiplayer - Connect 2 controllers and take on the entire game in local co-op with a friend! Powerful Magic - Incinerate enemies with waves of fire, lightning, and void or summon the horde with powerful necromancy. Unique Weapons - Giant swords, blade staffs, scythes, polearms, and more to discover and master. Weapon types all have different move sets that completely changes up the gameplay. Robust Streamlined RPG System - Carefully upgrade your hero to match your play style and build out your own unique character class. Discover 100+ upgradable armor, weapons, and rings to specialize your build. Relentless Bosses - Battle over 20+ finely tuned and challenging bosses that require careful planning and significant skill to take down. New Game Plus - Keep your gear when finishing the game and continue the journey with increasingly harder difficulties. Oh and you will die... a lot... Now go forth gamer... Existence itself hangs in the balance... Hit the download button and the first step of your long journey has begun!

About

SquadBlast

Engage in fast-paced, team-based multiplayer battles in this side-scrolling shooter. Master unique heroes and a vast arsenal of weapons, utilizing advanced movement mechanics to outmaneuver opponents in various game modes. Experience smooth gameplay with rollback netcode.

Highlights
  • Class-based hero combat
  • FPS-style movement mechanics
  • Multiple multiplayer modes
  • Extensive weapon variety
  • Custom match options
  • Rollback netcode for smooth gameplay
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The year is 2042 and the state of the planet has been in decline: bankrupt governments and ruthless dictators are plentiful, while selfish corporations rule the world. Injustice against the powerless population is rampant. But there is hope. Armed gangs organized by a shadowy organization are intent on battling the oppressive evil. SquadBlast is a multiplayer side-scrolling shooter. Its team-based battles are an innovative take on a shooter that you have to experience — meticulously balanced for fairness and incredibly easy to pick up and play. In SquadBlast, every bullet matters. You'll need to adapt diverse lines of attack to claim victory in a variety of modes. DEEP CLASS-BASED COMBAT Choose from a roster of heroes, each with their own abilities, to turn the tide of battle in your team’s favor. You’re sure to find a favorite, but you’ll have to master them all – and even swap heroes mid-battle – to shut down your opponents’ dreams of victory! AN FPS IN DISGUISE Bring all your skills from your favorite FPS. Swap to your secondary after unloading with your main. Equip your melee weapon to run unburdened. Rocketjump for a greater vertical leap. Slide down ramps, bunny hop, vault over projectiles and more. MEATY MULTIPLAYER Jump into battle to master each essential multiplayer mode, from TDM to Capture the Point to Payload. Better yet, pick a custom match to choose the map, mode, and rules that suit you best. Always expect a smooth experience since all the action is synced with perfect rollback netcode. Lead your squad to striking locations across the troubled world of 2042. GUNS GALORE One thing's for sure – there are tons of guns in SquadBlast, from assault rifles to rocket launchers to experimental supa weapons. Get your hands on each one and get a feel for the play style that maximizes its effectiveness. SUPER COMFY CONTROLS Pick up and play! All the controls are right where you'd expect them to be whether you're playing with a controller or mouse and keyboard. “Intoxicating for shooter fans.” – Dexerto “SquadBlast just feels good to play” – Push Square “The gunplay is tight and the movement is quick and easy to grasp.” – The Gamer “It really is quite brilliant.” – VG247 Works with: iPhone XS, 11, 11Pro, 12, 12Pro, 13, 13Pro, 14, 14Pro, 15, 15Pro; iPad Mini 6; iPad 10, iPad Air 4; iPadPro SquadBlast does not support: iPhone 5S, 6, 6 Plus, SE, 6S, 6S Plus, 7, 7 Plus, 8, 8Plus, X; XR; iPad Air, 2, 3, Mini 2, 3, 4, 5; iPod Touch

Screenshots

Watcher Chronicles4 screens
SquadBlast4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Watcher Chronicles at none against SquadBlast's shown. Watcher Chronicles also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly) and rating (4.3 vs 4.0). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Watcher Chronicles sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and SquadBlast sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Watcher Chronicles holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Watcher Chronicles has 255 ratings behind it against 27, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Watcher Chronicles's written reviews are positive against 60% of SquadBlast's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Watcher Chronicles ships an update every 3 days, SquadBlast monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Watcher Chronicles versus SquadBlast: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWatcher ChroniclesSquadBlast
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (255 ratings) — better4.0 (27 ratings)
Positive reviews64.3% of reviews — better60.0% of reviews
Number of ratings255 — better27
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size964 MB193 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperThird Sphere Game Studios LLCULTRAHORSE

Customer experience

Watcher Chronicles

All ratings255 ratings
Positive82.0%
Neutral4.7%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews56 reviews
Positive64.3%
Neutral12.5%
Negative23.2%

SquadBlast

All ratings27 ratings
Positive74.1%
Neutral3.7%
Negative22.2%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative30.0%

Bugs and requests

Watcher Chronicles

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Game doesn't load or crashes on startup
  • Arrow marker gets stuck and blocks pause menu
  • Touch input registers unintended actions
  • Game requires 2GB free storage to function properly
  • Healing mechanic unclear or non-functional
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  • Unresponsive controls with touch swipe interference

Requested features

12 requests
  • Customizable touch control placement and size
  • Comprehensive in-game tutorial and help menu
  • Improved map system with biome divisions
  • More weapon attack patterns and combo system
  • Parry mechanics that deflect projectiles and reduce posture
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  • Boss-specific unique weapon/armor drops
  • Ability to cancel potion drinking animation
  • Discord server for community feedback
  • New Game+ mode
  • Stronger weapon balance for slow/heavy weapons
  • Faster attack speeds for short-range weapons
  • Clearer stat scaling explanations

SquadBlast

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Watcher Chronicles

One-time1
  • Watcher Chronicles Full Game$7.99
16 purchases

SquadBlast

One-time16
  • New Recruit Kit Special$0.29
  • Bug Out Kit$0.99
  • FrostyFest Keycard$0.99
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  • 1 Weapon Access Card$1.99
  • Snowman Rush$2.99
  • Hallow Squad$4.99
  • Handful of BitChips$4.99
  • New Recruit Kit$4.99
  • 3 Weapon Access Cards$5.99
  • Holiday Spirit$6.99
  • Drop of BitChips$9.99
  • Summer Skipper$14.99
  • Last Bell$14.99
  • Arsenal Starter Kit$19.99
  • Defender Kit$29.99
  • Founder's Pack$59.99

Questions

Is Watcher Chronicles free?
Watcher Chronicles is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SquadBlast free?
SquadBlast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Watcher Chronicles or SquadBlast?
Watcher Chronicles is rated higher. Watcher Chronicles averages 4.3 out of 5 from 255 ratings, while SquadBlast averages 4.0 from 27 ratings.
Do Watcher Chronicles or SquadBlast have ads?
SquadBlast shows ads; Watcher Chronicles does not.
Which is updated more often, Watcher Chronicles or SquadBlast?
Watcher Chronicles ships an update every 3 days, and SquadBlast monthly. Most recently, Watcher Chronicles was updated on October 14, 2026 and SquadBlast on October 6, 2026.

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