Comparison

BRAVE2 vs Ember Knight

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

Head to head
About

BRAVE2

Embark on an action RPG adventure, wielding swords and magic to defeat enemies and find scattered fire orbs. This sequel introduces new combat mechanics, a wider variety of foes, and expanded item options for deeper strategic gameplay.

Highlights
  • Omnidirectional attack method
  • Increased enemy and boss variety
  • Expanded item types
  • Higher strategic depth
  • Monster soul system for powerful attacks
  • Continuous attack combos
Features
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The sequel to the simple and retro-feel action RPG 'BRAVE' is here! Wield swords and magic, defeat enemies awaiting at every turn, and search for the dormant fire orbs scattered somewhere. Changes from the previous version include: + Addition of a new attack method (omnidirectional attack) + Increase in the variety of common enemies, bosses, and traps. + Expansion of the types of items. + Higher strategic depth. ■ In-App Purchases + Normal special moves change from jump attacks to area attacks. + Accelerates the automatic recovery speed of HP and MP. + Ad removal + Enables automatic save function. ■ Controls Use the directional keys on the screen, as well as the attack and magic buttons, to progress through the game. ■ Password Input at the Start of the Game Input the numbers displayed at the end of the previous installment, and there will be changes to the starting game status. If you don't know the numbers, you can start the game by touching "Confirm" as is. ■ HP・MP Recovery HP can be restored by obtaining first aid kits and meat along the way. MP recovers with magic flasks and magic potions. If no actions are taken, automatic recovery occurs after a certain period. ■ Monster Souls Defeating enemies produces monster souls. The protagonist can use these to unleash powerful attacks. ■ Continuous Attacks When an attack hits an enemy, pressing the attack button leads to a sequence of normal attack -> thrust -> jump slash. ■ Special Move Pressing the special move button begins charging power, and pressing the attack or special move button again activates the special move. When the blue gauge at the bottom of the screen turns purple, activating the special move unleashes a more powerful special move. With in-app purchases, the normal special move changes to a jump slash -> spinning slash (area attack). ■ Magic Can only be used by obtaining magic essence. Changes can be made in the equipment menu. ■ Treasure Chests・Items Placed everywhere. Contains various items such as weapons, armor, and items needed to solve obstacles. Defeating all enemies on the screen also reveals chests, and by pressing the attack button on places like water or the base of trees, you can discover items. Please find all the items. ■ Equipment・Save Game Data, etc. Select "MENU" on the right side of the screen to change equipment, use items, check stats, and save game data. ■ Strategy Tips During continuous attacks, special move activation, magic, or item usage, you become invincible, so using them strategically against enemy attacks allows you to evade them.

About

Ember Knight

Embark on a pixel-art roguelite adventure as the last knight, descending into dark dungeons to reclaim the lost sun. Engage in fast-paced combat, manage your precious candlelight, and grow stronger with each procedurally generated run.

Highlights
  • Snappy combat with combo system
  • Dynamic lighting survival challenge
  • Procedurally generated dungeons
  • Permanent progression system
  • Unique 'Soul Phase' resurrection mini-game
  • Customization options for knight
Features
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The sun vanished millennia ago. The world is plunged into eternal darkness, and only candlelight still pushes back the shadows. You are the last knight brave enough to descend into the depths to find the lost sun. EMBER KNIGHT is a pixel-art action roguelite, fully playable offline. Descend floor by floor through procedurally generated dungeons, face creatures of shadow by the light of your candle, and grow stronger with every run. SNAPPY COMBAT Fast, satisfying fights with a combo system and punchy hit effects. DYNAMIC LIGHTING Your candle pierces the darkness. Every dungeon is a survival challenge where light is as precious as your sword. PROCEDURAL DUNGEONS Seven level types, traps, chests, ghost NPCs and unique bosses - no two runs are alike. PERMANENT PROGRESSION Unlock talents, upgrade your gear, pick buffs each run. Die, restart, grow stronger. THE SOUL PHASE A unique resurrection mini-game when you fall in battle. CUSTOMIZATION Skins, sword trails and auras to unlock for a knight that is truly yours. Descend. Survive. Reclaim the sun.

Screenshots

BRAVE24 screens
Ember Knight3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: BRAVE2 at 3.0 against Ember Knight's 2.5. BRAVE2 also leads on ratings volume (6 vs 2). Ember Knight's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 11 months). 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. BRAVE2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Ember Knight sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BRAVE2 holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BRAVE2 ships an update every 11 months, Ember Knight every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
BRAVE2 versus Ember Knight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBRAVE2Ember Knight
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (6 ratings) — better2.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB15 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperU-WORKS incBruno BOIRIE

In-app purchases

1 purchases

BRAVE2

One-time1
  • FullVersion$1.99
4 purchases

Ember Knight

One-time4
  • 50 Sun Shards$0.99
  • 300 Sun Shards$3.99
  • 700 Sun Shards$8.99
Show 1 more
  • 2000 Sun Shards$22.99

Questions

Is BRAVE2 free?
BRAVE2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ember Knight free?
Ember Knight is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BRAVE2 or Ember Knight?
BRAVE2 is rated higher. BRAVE2 averages 3.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Ember Knight averages 2.5 from 2 ratings.
Do BRAVE2 or Ember Knight have ads?
BRAVE2 shows ads; Ember Knight does not.
Which is updated more often, BRAVE2 or Ember Knight?
BRAVE2 ships an update every 11 months, and Ember Knight every 2 months. Most recently, BRAVE2 was updated on October 30, 2026 and Ember Knight on October 25, 2026.

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