Comparison

Royal Kingdom vs DefendUS

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

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About

Royal Kingdom

Embark on a match 3 puzzle adventure to build legendary kingdoms and defeat the Dark King. Solve challenging puzzles, explore new lands, and craft a kingdom befitting royalty with stunning visuals and smooth animations.

Highlights
  • Master match 3 puzzles
  • Build and explore kingdoms
  • Conquer the Dark King
  • Expand your ruling
  • Stunning graphics and animations
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From the creators of Royal Match comes a brand new match 3 puzzle adventure in Royal Kingdom, starring the extended Royal Family! You’ll meet King Richard, King Robert's younger brother, as well as a charming cast of new characters, including Princess Bella and the Wizard, to embark on a journey to build legendary kingdoms! Solve match 3 puzzles to explore new lands and defeat the Dark King & his army! MASTER MATCH 3 PUZZLES Test your skills and become the ultimate match 3 expert by solving fun yet challenging puzzles! Beat thrilling levels and overcome unique obstacles! BUILD AND EXPLORE KINGDOMS With the help of the Builder, craft a kingdom befitting royalty. Solve puzzles, earn coins, and unlock diverse districts - from the Parliament Square to the University and the Princess Tower. CONQUER THE DARK KING Defend the kingdom from the Dark King’s attack by solving match 3 puzzles - destroy his castles and evil minions to see him fall. Victory is one match away! EXPAND YOUR RULING Rise through the ranks and claim the top spot on the leaderboard, master your puzzle solving skills for generous rewards, and expand your kingdom by uncovering uncharted lands as you play! ENJOY THE FINEST VISUALS Immerse yourself in Royal Kingdom's stunning graphics and smooth animations. A puzzle game experience like never before - captivating and seamless. What are you waiting for? Download Royal Kingdom and join the ranks of the noble adventurers! With hours of fun, challenging gameplay, and a magical world, this puzzle game is fit for royalty! Need some help? Visit our support page in the Royal Kingdom app or send us a message at contact@dreamgames.com.

About

DefendUS

Features
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Defend Us is a fast-paced, chaotic, and addictive space defense game where your mission is simple: protect your planet from endless waves of alien invaders. Deep in the far reaches of space, enemy swarms attack from every direction, growing stronger and more aggressive with every passing minute. Build powerful defenses, react quickly, and survive the chaos in an exciting arcade experience inspired by tower defense games, sci-fi adventures, and modern hypercasual action. Every run becomes more intense as new enemy types emerge, attack patterns evolve, and massive alien formations take over the battlefield. Upgrade your defenses, refine your strategy, and push your survival skills to the limit. FEATURES Fast-Paced and Addictive Gameplay Easy to learn, challenging to master, and perfect for quick gaming sessions. Endless Alien Waves Face increasingly intense and unpredictable attacks from countless alien invaders. Unique Cartoon Sci-Fi Universe Explore a colorful space-themed world inspired by classic arcade games and futuristic adventures. Upgrade Your Defenses Unlock powerful upgrades, stronger attacks, and new ways to survive longer. Multiple Enemy Types Adapt to unique alien behaviors and evolving threats that keep every match fresh. Intense Arcade Action Experience fast, satisfying gameplay designed for action-packed survival runs. Unlock Cosmetics and Visual Upgrades Customize your experience with collectible content and unique visual styles. Play Anywhere, Anytime Perfect for both short sessions and long survival challenges. Defend Us combines chaotic action, strategic decision-making, and endless space survival into a fun and highly replayable experience. The alien invasion never stops. How long can you survive before the galaxy falls? Download now and defend your planet!

Screenshots

Royal Kingdom4 screens
DefendUS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DefendUS at none against Royal Kingdom's 10. Royal Kingdom's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#4 vs unranked). On price 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

Both are free to download. Royal Kingdom sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. DefendUS asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Royal Kingdom versus DefendUS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRoyal KingdomDefendUS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.2M ratings) — better—
Positive reviews37.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.2M — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#4 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size324 MB328 MB
Age rating12++9
DeveloperDream GamesMoneto Lab Solucoes em Tecnologia Ltda

Bugs and requests

Royal Kingdom

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Levels are impossible without paying
  • Progress reset to zero with update
  • Keeps kicking player out of the game

Requested features

4 requests
  • More power-ups and coins for harder levels
  • Ability to choose own levels
  • Landscape mode for iPad
  • Ability to play as the dark king

DefendUS

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Royal Kingdom

One-time10
  • Mini Coin Pack$1.99
  • Mini Offer$2.99
  • Mini Concept Offer$2.99
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  • Noble Pack$5.99
  • King's Favor$6.99
  • Normal Concept Offer$6.99
  • Small Coin Package$7.99
  • Splendid Pouch$9.99
  • Kingdom Pass$9.99
  • Superior Chest$19.99
None

DefendUS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Royal Kingdom free?
Royal Kingdom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DefendUS free?
DefendUS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Royal Kingdom or DefendUS have ads?
DefendUS shows ads; Royal Kingdom does not.

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