Comparison

Gorathar vs Deck Dash

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

Head to head
About

Gorathar

Embark on a rogue-like adventure as an explorer in a magical cave system. This deckbuilder features unique gameplay where cards can be played or pocketed for future turns, offering diverse strategic options. Challenge over 50 monsters with a deck of over 200 unique cards.

Highlights
  • Rogue-like deckbuilding
  • Unique card pocketing mechanic
  • Turn-based battles
  • Over 200 unique cards
  • 50+ different monsters
  • Strategic gameplay
Features
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Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Gorathar, a rogue-like deckbuilder game with a unique twist. Step into the shoes of Hoodin, an intrepid explorer diving into a magical cave system to challenge its mysteries. Gorathar's innovative gameplay sets it apart from other deckbuilders. Not only can you play cards by spending energy, but you can also pocket them for future turns, opening up diverse strategic options. Each challenge consists of turn-based battles, where your deck and decisions lead you closer to victory or defeat. With over 200 unique cards, 50+ different monsters, and engaging strategy, Gorathar provides a captivating and rewarding experience for both casual gamers and card game enthusiasts. Embark on the Gorathar adventure today - challenge yourself with a game that's as strategic as it is exciting!

About

Deck Dash

Engage in strategic card battles on a mysterious island, collecting and upgrading powerful cards to defeat rivals. Customize your avatar and develop turn-by-turn strategies to survive and ascend the ranks in this competitive RPG combat experience.

Highlights
  • Epic Card Duels
  • Competitive RPG Combat
  • Collect and Upgrade Cards
  • Turn-by-Turn Strategy
  • Variety of Weapons
  • Card Combinations
Features
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Multiverses converge on a mysterious island. You'll join numerous survivors to thrive, to survive and to become the ultimate survivor. Craft Your Battle Strategy with Powerful Cards: Collect cards, from melee to firearm and utility. Craft your winning card battle strategy. Forge your deck, combine and merge cards to defeat rivals in epic card wars. Survival Through Tactical Card Wars: Customize and strengthen your avatar, develop turn-by-turn strategies and transform ordinary cards into legendary ones to dominate in epic fights. Arm Yourself with Weapons Galore: From Flare Guns to AK-47s and even unexpected items like corn, wield a variety of weapons. Survive and thrive on the island by collecting and upgrading your arsenal. Challenge Your Friends in Card Duels: Build your card duel strategy and face off against friends. Battle to survive and ascend the ranks among fellow survivors! No Pay-to-Win, Just Play-to-Win: Experience fair rpg gameplay where skill and card battle strategy reign supreme. Here's what you'll get: - Epic Card Duels - Competitive RPG Combat Experience - Flare Gun, Workbench, Crowbar, Rifle, or Pan! Dozens of weapons - Unique helmet designs - Melee, Firearm, and utility cards - Endless RPG card combat - Collect and upgrade cards - Turn by turn battle strategy - Tons of card combinations This is an island full of fun and excitement. Upgrade your cards, build your deck according to your war strategy, and plan your next dash to overcome epic duels with your rivals. Download Deck Dash now and immerse yourself in endless tactical card combat! Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and X! TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@deck.dash Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deckdashgame?igsh=NzVnaTJlenhocmFw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Deck-Dash/61560998064662/ X: https://x.com/DeckDashGame YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCta2iUX_2a__r3xxbUT9qVA Leave a comment and let us know what you think of the game! We're here to improve the game you love!

Screenshots

Gorathar4 screens
Deck Dash4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Gorathar at none against Deck Dash's shown. Gorathar also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks) and review sentiment (79% vs 56%). Deck Dash's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (412 vs 25). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Gorathar sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Deck Dash sells 24 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Deck Dash holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Deck Dash has 412 ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 79% of Gorathar's written reviews are positive against 56% of Deck Dash's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Gorathar ships an update every 2 days, Deck Dash every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Gorathar versus Deck Dash: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGoratharDeck Dash
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (25 ratings)4.6 (412 ratings) — better
Positive reviews78.6% of reviews — better55.7% of reviews
Number of ratings25412 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size296 MB301 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperGuayaba Games LLCJoygame Oyun ve Teknoloji A.S.

Customer experience

Gorathar

All ratings25 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative16.0%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive78.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative21.4%

Deck Dash

All ratings412 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral3.2%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews97 reviews
Positive55.7%
Neutral15.5%
Negative28.9%

Bugs and requests

Gorathar

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Deck Dash

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Incorrect card descriptions
  • Opponents having impossible card setups
  • Inconsistent win/loss calculations
  • Disappearing in-game items and progress
  • Frequent crashes and connection issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • More game modes and content
  • Ability to save multiple decks
  • Improved matchmaking and player base
  • Ranked/competitive mode
  • Better rewards and progression system

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Gorathar

One-time3
  • Full Game$4.99
  • Donation$4.99
  • Donation$99.99
24 purchases

Deck Dash

One-time24
  • Sack Of Gem$0.99
  • Vault Key$0.99
  • Early Bird$1.99
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  • Welcome Bundle!$2.99
  • Bag Of Gem$4.99
  • Welcome Bundle$4.99
  • First Week On Island!$7.99
  • Season Pass 8$9.99
  • Season Pass 7$9.99
  • Season Pass 6$9.99
  • Season Pass 5$9.99
  • Season Pass 4$9.99
  • Season Pass$9.99
  • Wannabe Castaway Pack$9.99
  • Season Pass 3$9.99
  • Season Pass 2$9.99
  • Gem Pass$9.99
  • Box Of Gem$12.99
  • Ladder Offer 1 - Pack 3$14.99
  • Bucket Of Gem$19.99
  • Veteran Survivor!$29.99
  • Initial Craftsman Boost$29.99
  • Mega Treasury$99.99
  • Ultimate Survivor Pack:$99.99

Questions

Is Gorathar free?
Gorathar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Deck Dash free?
Deck Dash is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Gorathar or Deck Dash?
Deck Dash is rated higher. Gorathar averages 4.3 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while Deck Dash averages 4.6 from 412 ratings.
Do Gorathar or Deck Dash have ads?
Deck Dash shows ads; Gorathar does not.
Which is updated more often, Gorathar or Deck Dash?
Gorathar ships an update every 2 days, and Deck Dash every 2 weeks. Most recently, Gorathar was updated on September 24, 2026 and Deck Dash on September 8, 2026.

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