# The Elder Scrolls vs DC

The clearest difference is ads: DC at none against The Elder Scrolls's shown. DC also leads on chart position (#40 vs unranked). The Elder Scrolls's advantage is review sentiment (49% vs 32%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Elder Scrolls sells 39 one-off in-app purchases and DC sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DC holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13K and 26K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 49% of The Elder Scrolls's written reviews are positive against 32% of DC's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

The Elder Scrolls ships an update every 2 weeks, DC fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Elder Scrolls | DC |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-elder-scrolls-castles/id1594657136/reviews) | **[4.7 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dc-dark-legion/id6479020757/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13K | **26K** |
| Positive reviews | **49.1% of reviews** | 32.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#40** |
| Size | 686 MB | 1.0 GB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Bethesda](https://appshunter.io/developer/547109759) | [FunPlus International AG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1343106322) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### DC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dc-dark-legion/id6479020757)

**Currently charting:** #40 Top Grossing · Simulation, #51 Top Grossing · Strategy (US App Store)

Assemble your ultimate team of DC heroes and villains to defend Gotham City from an interdimensional threat. Recruit, upgrade, and strategize with iconic characters in epic PvP battles. Build and customize your own Batcave to enhance your combat capabilities.

**Highlights:** Recruit and upgrade DC Super Heroes and Super-Villains, Build and customize your Batcave, Engage in multiplayer PvP battles, Collect champion shards through card drawing, Explore iconic DC universe locations

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

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hot Package 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hot Package 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hot Package 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Hot Package 4 | $4.99 | one-time |
| New Daily Deals | $4.99 | one-time |
| Hot Package 5 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Hot Package 6 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Hot Package 7 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mother Box's Favor | $24.99 | one-time |
| 1980 Source Energy Gem | $29.99 | one-time |
| Intel Vault | $39.99 | one-time |
| Hot Package 11 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Nature's Heirloom | $59.99 | one-time |
| Hot Packag | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game so far
- 👍 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 🎨 Visually stunning graphics
- 🤖 Compelling character progression system
- 💰 Generous free-to-play model

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and freezes
- 🕰️ Slow progression and long upgrade times
- 🤑 Expensive microtransactions and paywalls
- 🔍 Lacking search and social features
- 🎨 Inconsistent graphics and lip-syncing

**Reported bugs**

- Upgrade button tutorial issues
- Disappearing UI elements
- Matchmaking and server connectivity problems
- Crashes and freezes during gameplay

**Requested features**

- More character customization options
- Ability to skip battles
- Faster progression and less grind
- Improved social features and league integration
- More diverse soundtrack and sound design


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Elder Scrolls free?

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

### Is DC free?

DC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, The Elder Scrolls or DC?

DC is rated higher. The Elder Scrolls averages 4.6 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while DC averages 4.7 from 26K ratings.

### Do The Elder Scrolls or DC have ads?

The Elder Scrolls shows ads; DC does not.

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

The Elder Scrolls ships an update every 2 weeks, and DC fortnightly. Most recently, The Elder Scrolls was updated on October 28, 2026 and DC on October 29, 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.*