Comparison

DragonSpear vs Ex Astris

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

Head to head
About

DragonSpear

Embark on a side-scrolling action RPG adventure to defend the world from invading nightmares. Craft unique equipment, learn new skills, and recruit pet companions to battle formidable foes. Customize your hero's appearance and playstyle across various occupations.

Highlights
  • Side-scrolling action RPG gameplay
  • Multiple character occupations
  • Equipment crafting and customization
  • Skill progression system
  • Pet companion system
  • Challenging boss battles
Features
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Dragon Spear is a traditional side-scrolling action RPG. Save the world from the invasion of nightmares that come from the abyss. You can create new equipment using materials acquired from nightmares. All equipment has a unique appearance. Show off your hero with gorgeous and cool equipment. As you grow your hero, you can learn new skills. Grow your hero and fight against powerful nightmares. You can acquire a pet friend that helps your hero through nightmare hunting. Game features: ▶ Stylish Action RPG Enjoy a real side-scrolling action RPG game. ▶ Various Occupations There are six occupations: Knight, Swordsman, Fighter, Assassin, Gunner, and Wizard. Experience various play styles. ▶ Resource Sharing Heroes share important resources and items through a bag. ▶ Equipment Collect the best weapons, equipment, and runes among thousands of items to create your own powerful hero. ▶ Freely Customizable Appearance You can freely change the appearance of equipment in the fashion store. ▶ Powerful Bosses with Various Patterns Prepare for battle with powerful bosses with various patterns. ▶ Equipment Crafting System Collect powerful set equipment and cool appearance equipment. Try crafting them at the forge with materials obtained from the abyss. ▶ Supported Languages Korean, English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese ▶ Company Information Homepage http://game2gather.com YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqtPjrFZUKSYaDnS69F0QlQ Developer Contact: +8228619761 help@game2gather.com

About

Ex Astris

Embark on an interstellar adventure as an investigator on a tidally locked planet. Explore diverse landscapes, engage in strategic turn-based combat with a unique maneuver system, and uncover the planet's mysteries with a team of companions.

Highlights
  • 3D Sci-Fi Adventure RPG
  • Semi-real-time, turn-based combat
  • Innovative Obscuran Maneuver system
  • World exploration on a tidally locked planet
  • Assemble and empower a team of companions
  • Crafting and puzzle-solving
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When the first satellite passes through the atmosphere, we believe we shall conquer the universe someday. Now I realized, humans are solely extending the boundaries of the earth left the kaleidoscopic world behind. Investigator. Have you ever thought that the mourning sea in front of you has lost its warmth? We are struggling in the shallow waters when tides over the shore. We are stranded on the sandbank when waves recede. Every single star shall rejoice and lament. "Go through the storm and transcend eternity. Bon voyage." Game Features: Ex Astris is a semi-real-time, turn-based 3D RPG. As an investigator, you will delve into the world of Allindo and embark on a wondrous interstellar adventure. #WorldExploration Explore a planet in a tidally locked orbit, a realm where the sun never sets. Split into two distinct hemispheres by massive ring-shaped storms, this planet is home to bizarre creatures and intelligent beings remarkably similar to humans. On an RV journey, you will explore foreign lands with diverse local cultures, collect memories of extraordinary encounters, and unravel the mystery behind a looming storm. #ObscuranManeuvers A cool blend of turn-based gameplay and fast-paced action: Make the most of our innovative Obscuran Maneuver system and time your responses to perfectly counter enemy attacks. You can also pull off powerful team combos and joint attacks with your allies for strategic advantages. #ProgressionExperience Assemble a team of vibrant companions, each with their own motives and stories. Their powers and strength will depend on your knowledge of their traits. Scour Allindo for various materials to concoct special dishes and craft all sorts of Laylah-Keys to empower your team. Solve intricate puzzles in strongholds, defeat challenging foes that stand in your way, and unveil the mysteries of Allindo. Stay connected: Official Website: https://exa.gryphline.com/en-us/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExAstrisOfficial/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/Astris_EN Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExAstris_en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exastris_en/ Support Email: exastris_cs@gryphline.com *Minimum system requirements Device: iPhone 8 or better models; iPads with the A12 chip or better processors System: iOS 12 or above Storage: 10GB free space or above

Screenshots

DragonSpear4 screens
Ex Astris4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ex Astris at none against DragonSpear's 1. Ex Astris also leads on chart position (#196 vs unranked) and ratings volume (267 vs 58). DragonSpear's advantage is price ($4.99 vs $9.99) and review sentiment (80% vs 66%). On rating, update cadence, ads and device support 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

DragonSpear costs $4.99 and Ex Astris $9.99 up front. DragonSpear sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Ex Astris asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DragonSpear holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 58 and 267 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of DragonSpear's written reviews are positive against 66% of Ex Astris's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DragonSpear ships an update every 4 weeks, Ex Astris every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
DragonSpear versus Ex Astris: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDragonSpearEx Astris
Price$4.99 — better$9.99
Rating4.6 (58 ratings) — better4.4 (267 ratings)
Positive reviews80.2% of reviews — better66.0% of reviews
Number of ratings58267 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank—#196 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size521 MB3.7 GB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperGame2Gather CorporationGRYPH FRONTIER PTE.LTD.

Customer experience

DragonSpear

All ratings58 ratings
Positive89.7%
Neutral5.2%
Negative5.2%
Written reviews81 reviews
Positive80.2%
Neutral11.1%
Negative8.6%

Ex Astris

All ratings267 ratings
Positive84.3%
Neutral5.6%
Negative10.1%
Written reviews315 reviews
Positive66.0%
Neutral13.0%
Negative21.0%

Bugs and requests

DragonSpear

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Ex Astris

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game freezes at startup for some users
  • Second fight cannot be progressed through
  • Ziplines outside trade center are bugged
  • Dialogue text pacing issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add controller support
  • Improve story explanations and lore
  • Implement offline play mode
  • Add English voice-over option
  • Provide more in-depth tutorial for combat

In-app purchases

1 purchases

DragonSpear

One-time1
  • Ticket to The Divine Altar$2.99
None

Ex Astris

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DragonSpear free?
DragonSpear costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Ex Astris free?
Ex Astris costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DragonSpear or Ex Astris?
DragonSpear is rated higher. DragonSpear averages 4.6 out of 5 from 58 ratings, while Ex Astris averages 4.4 from 267 ratings.
Do DragonSpear or Ex Astris have ads?
Neither DragonSpear nor Ex Astris shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DragonSpear or Ex Astris?
DragonSpear ships an update every 4 weeks, and Ex Astris every 3 weeks. Most recently, DragonSpear was updated on November 3, 2026 and Ex Astris on November 3, 2026.

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