Comparison

Samurai Scroll vs Takashi

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

Head to head
About

Samurai Scroll

Features
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As the last samurai of the Hawk Clan, seek vengeance against the nefarious Spider Clan. A side scrolling fighting game. Touch left/right to move left/right. Tap low to attack. Tap high to jump.

About

Takashi

Embark on an epic 3D action RPG adventure as a shadow ninja warrior. Explore a war-torn land, master stealth and sword combat, and defeat a tyrannical emperor to restore peace. This offline game offers intense battles, character customization, and a vast open world.

Highlights
  • Intense sword fighting action
  • Huge semi open world adventure
  • Offline play, no WiFi needed
  • Sneak attacks and stealth kills
  • Epic boss battles
  • Upgrade weapons, armor, and skills
  • Deep RPG gameplay
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Takashi – The Ultimate 3D Shadow Ninja RPG! Takashi Ninja Warrior is an exciting 3D action role playing game that lets you live the life of a brave shadow ninja. You play as Takashi, a skilled warrior fighting to bring peace back to his land.  In this offline RPG, you’ll explore a dangerous world filled with samurai, assassins, and shadow fighters, where every battle tests your strength, speed, and courage. With realistic 3D graphics, smooth sword fighting moves, and a powerful story, this game takes ninja combat to the next level. Enter a dark world of shadows and warriors! The Story The peaceful land of Kurome has fallen into chaos under Emperor Kanna, a cruel ruler who spreads war and dark magic. His army destroys villages and fills the land with fear. But one man refuses to give up - Takashi, a lone ninja trained to fight in the shadows. Armed with his legendary sword, he must defeat powerful enemies, face deadly bosses, and bring light back to his kingdom. Do you have the skills to become the ultimate ninja warrior? Explore the Epic Open World Travel across stunning 3D locations, from burning villages and ancient temples to mystical forests and hidden dungeons. Every place is full of secrets, enemies, and treasures. Unlock new powers, upgrade your weapons, and use stealth to take down enemies silently. Takashi Ninja Warrior isn’t just about fighting, it’s about skill and strategy. You’ll need to: - Master fast sword battles - Dodge and counterattack perfectly - Perform stealth assassinations - Defeat tough boss warriors with smart tactics Beware of the Emperor’s elite samurai, who defend with powerful shields. Only by finding their weak spots can you win. Key Features - Intense sword fighting action - Huge semi open world adventure - Offline play, no WiFi needed - Sneak attacks and stealth kills - Epic boss battles and dark enemies - Upgrade weapons, armor, and skills - Deep RPG gameplay and character customization - Inspired by classics like Ninja and Shadow Fighting games. Play Anytime, Anywhere No internet? No problem! Takashi Ninja Warrior lets you enjoy a full action RPG adventure completely offline. Fight, explore, and level up your ninja wherever you are. Become Takashi, the shadow warrior who will save Kurome from darkness. Download now and prove you are the true ninja legend!

Screenshots

Samurai Scroll4 screens
Takashi4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Takashi at Free against Samurai Scroll's $0.99. Takashi also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 50 months). Samurai Scroll's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 19) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

Takashi is free to download; Samurai Scroll costs $0.99 up front. Takashi sells 19 one-off in-app purchases. Samurai Scroll asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Samurai Scroll ships an update every 50 months, Takashi every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Samurai Scroll versus Takashi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSamurai ScrollTakashi
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—4.7 (416 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—79.5% of reviews
Number of ratings—416 — better
Update frequencyEvery 50 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB496 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperJay LuoHorizon Games

In-app purchases

None

Samurai Scroll

No in-app purchases

19 purchases

Takashi

One-time19
  • 200 Gold$0.99
  • 1000 Essence$0.99
  • Weapon slot$0.99
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  • 3 Lives$0.99
  • 30 Skip Ad Tickets$0.99
  • Magic Skill Slot$0.99
  • Leaf Nuno$0.99
  • Tochi's Deamon$0.99
  • 6 Lives$1.49
  • Arashi Robes$1.49
  • 100 Skip Ad Tickets$1.99
  • 10 Lives$1.99
  • 2500 Essence$1.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • Dual Short Katanas$1.99
  • 500 Gold$1.99
  • 300 Skip Ad Tickets$4.99
  • 2000 Gold$4.99
  • 10000 Essence$4.99

Questions

Is Samurai Scroll free?
Samurai Scroll costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Takashi free?
Takashi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Samurai Scroll or Takashi have ads?
Takashi shows ads; Samurai Scroll does not.
Which is updated more often, Samurai Scroll or Takashi?
Samurai Scroll ships an update every 50 months, and Takashi every 3 weeks. Most recently, Samurai Scroll was updated on October 25, 2026 and Takashi on October 28, 2026.

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