# DeckMake Fantasy vs Blacken Slash

The clearest difference is rating: Blacken Slash at 4.8 against DeckMake Fantasy's 3.4. Blacken Slash also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (96% vs 76%). DeckMake Fantasy's advantage is price ($3.99 vs $4.99) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 11.0). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

DeckMake Fantasy costs $3.99 and Blacken Slash $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Blacken Slash holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Blacken Slash has 60 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of DeckMake Fantasy's written reviews are positive against 96% of Blacken Slash's.

DeckMake Fantasy ships an update every 2 months, Blacken Slash fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DeckMake Fantasy | Blacken Slash |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$3.99** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [3.4 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deckmake-fantasy/id419295241/reviews) | **[4.8 (60 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blacken-slash/id1604646442/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **60** |
| Positive reviews | 76.4% of reviews | **95.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Size | 22 MB | 161 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Beeworks co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/396832099) | [Sonderland Games UG haftungsbeschrankt](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546364147) |

## What reviewers say

### DeckMake Fantasy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deckmake-fantasy/id419295241)

Engage in a card battle RPG where you build decks of weapon and magic cards to defeat monsters. Explore a mysterious land, uncover secrets, and master card combinations to save the world. Features retro pixel art and exciting battle music.

**Highlights:** Deck making with 20 cards, Card battle RPG combat, Monster hunting quests, Card collection and purchasing, Quick Mode, Game Center compatibility

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Great art style and graphics
- 🎶 Charming music
- 📖 Fun story
- 🎮 Addictive gameplay
- 💡 Unique card-based combat

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔄 Repetitive gameplay
- 💰 Grinding required
- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 📉 Balance issues
- ⏳ Short game length

**Reported bugs**

- Game breaking glitch in last area
- App crashes with notifications
- Glitches when grinding for gold
- Game freezes or glitches out of app

**Requested features**

- Sequel (Deckmake Fantasy 2)
- More cards
- More enemies/monsters
- More story content/side quests
- Character customization


### Blacken Slash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blacken-slash/id1604646442)

Engage in turn-based tactical combat with roguelike elements. Craft unique character builds with a vast array of items and skills. Enjoy a story-driven experience with a retro soundtrack and compete on an online ladder.

**Highlights:** Turn-based tactical combat, Roguelike elements, Item-based build crafting, Carry favorite items between runs, Online ladder competition, Challenging achievements, Story-driven experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Addictive gameplay loop
- 💡 Innovative mechanics
- 🎨 Aesthetically pleasing visuals
- 🧠 Strategic depth
- 💰 Worth the price, no ads/IAPs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Lacks strategic depth (for some)
- 😴 Combat can be boring
- 📉 Can become trivially easy
- 🔋 Drains battery significantly
- 🔄 Early levels can be repetitive

**Reported bugs**

- Insane battery drainage
- iPad getting super hot

**Requested features**

- Consider adding two or more units for more interesting gameplay
- More content for future updates


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DeckMake Fantasy free?

DeckMake Fantasy costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Blacken Slash free?

Blacken Slash costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DeckMake Fantasy or Blacken Slash?

Blacken Slash is rated higher. DeckMake Fantasy averages 3.4 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Blacken Slash averages 4.8 from 60 ratings.

### Do DeckMake Fantasy or Blacken Slash have ads?

Neither DeckMake Fantasy nor Blacken Slash shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DeckMake Fantasy or Blacken Slash?

DeckMake Fantasy ships an update every 2 months, and Blacken Slash fortnightly. Most recently, DeckMake Fantasy was updated on October 29, 2026 and Blacken Slash on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*