Random RPG NPCs vs Samwise
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Random RPG NPCs
Generate unique fantasy RPG characters with customizable traits. This tool creates millions of consistent and believable NPCs, tracking their history and attributes to avoid conflicts. Save your favorite creations for easy access.
- Generate unique fantasy RPG NPCs
- Millions of character combinations
- Intelligent generator system
- Tracks NPC history and attributes
- Prevents conflicting information
- Save favorite NPCs
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Quickly generate fantasy RPG NPCs with the tap of a button. Input your desired characteristics and generate millions of different NPCs perfect for any table top or RPG game. Our intelligent generator system takes into account previous options to help create more consistent believable NPCs. Our application keeps track of NPCs history, family, and other attributes to help prevent conflicting information. It's so much more than a simple seed generator giving your millions of options that maintain consistency. Once you have an NPC you like, quickly save it for easy access. There are millions of different combinations available, and we're adding more every day to give you a nearly limitless amount of options.
Samwise
This platform helps you create, manage, and play tabletop role-playing games. It offers tools for building custom RPG systems, interactive maps, and real-time chat for remote or in-person play. Enjoy a paperless gaming experience with seamless syncing across devices.
- Create custom RPG systems
- Interactive map builder
- Real-time chat and dice rolls
- Campaign note-taking
- Cross-device syncing
- Community content library
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Life is better with good friendships and great adventures! ——— MEET SAMWISE Every part of Samwise is made to help your sessions flow smoothly, with an intuitive, organized, and responsive design that stays clean and uncluttered, no matter the size of your campaign. ——— WHEREVER YOU GO Start on one device, continue on another. Samwise is fully featured across all your devices: if something happens to your phone or computer, just sign in on another one. Everything is saved online and synced in real time. ——— CREATE YOUR OWN TABLETOP RPGs Use a powerful and intuitive editor to create sheets, rulebooks, characters, classes, and more — all without writing a single line of code. And if you want to jump straight into adventure, play D&D and many other RPGs available at the Emporium, including community-made systems. ——— RALLY THE CLAN Whether in the same room or miles apart, embark on adventures with your friends while Samwise handles the rest. Manage sheets, take campaign notes, roll dice, chat, create interactive maps, and more. ——— MADE WITH LOVE Built to bring people together and spark meaningful connections, Samwise embraces the theatrical spirit and rich interactivity that make Tabletop RPGs so special. And with a green mindset, there's no need for paper and other materials, helping you protect the environment while you play. ——— COMMUNITY-DRIVEN You can play a vital role in shaping Samwise, be it by sharing creations at the Emporium or ideas and feedback on our Discord and Reddit communities (download the app to join them). ——— INTERACTIVE MAPS Quickly build maps from scratch or add interactivity to externally created ones. Walls, doors, items, characters — these are just a few of the various elements you can add to your maps, all designed to be easy to use. ——— CHAT & ROLL Chat and share dice rolls in real time along your journeys. Whether you're strategizing, celebrating victories, or just having fun, make every moment unforgettable. ——— CAMPAIGN NOTES Capture ideas, plans, character insights, and more throughout your adventures, ditching paper and physical clutter. ——— DOWNLOAD SAMWISE NOW AND START YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE! Samwise is here to celebrate the essence of Tabletop RPGs. We cherish what makes these games special: the shared moments, the player interactions, the theatrical storytelling. Our goal is to offer a complete, intuitive solution for Game Masters and players alike — one that stays true to the tastes of those who love this style of game while embracing modern technology. --- Standard Apple Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Random RPG NPCs at none against Samwise's 6. Random RPG NPCs also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Samwise's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (9 vs 1). On price, rating, 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
Both are free to download. Samwise sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Random RPG NPCs asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Random RPG NPCs against 5.0 for Samwise. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Samwise has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Random RPG NPCs ships an update every 2 months, Samwise every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Random RPG NPCs | Samwise |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (9 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 9 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 113 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mellow Golem Games | Estúdio Pirilampo Mestre de Arte Digital |
Customer experience
Random RPG NPCs
Samwise
In-app purchases
Random RPG NPCs
No in-app purchases
Samwise
- Legendary Edition Offer (Monthly)$2.991 Month
- Legendary Edition (Monthly)$4.991 Month
- Legendary Edition Offer (Yearly)$23.991 Year
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- Legendary Edition (Yearly)$47.991 Year
- LIFETIME Legendary Edition$59.99
- LIFETIME Legendary Edition$79.99
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