Comparison

Hearthstone vs Mythrel

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

Head to head
About

Hearthstone

Engage in a strategic card battle game where you collect powerful cards, build custom decks, and outwit opponents. Explore various game modes, from competitive PvP to solo adventures, all within the iconic Warcraft universe.

Highlights
  • Collectible battle cards
  • Deck building and customization
  • Strategic card battles
  • Multiple game modes (Standard, Wild, Battlegrounds)
  • PvP and PvE challenges
  • Warcraft universe integration
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Battle as legendary Warcraft heroes in Hearthstone®, Blizzard Entertainment's award-winning free-to-play* strategy card game. Build powerful decks, collect iconic cards, discover game-changing combos, and outsmart opponents in epic card battles! ONE GAME. COUNTLESS WAYS TO PLAY. Whether you're new to collectible card games (CCG) or a seasoned strategist, Hearthstone offers an experience for every kind of player. Challenge friends, test your skills against opponents from around the world, or enjoy solo adventures at your own pace. Every match is packed with opportunities to learn, experiment, and sharpen your skills. Develop strategies that fit your playstyle, craft Legendary cards, and discover new possibilities as your collection grows. Easy to learn and rewarding to master, Hearthstone offers fresh challenges with every game. Play online across mobile and PC with your Hearthstone collection and progress synced between devices. Whether you have a few minutes for a quick match or you're ready to climb the competitive ladder, your next match is always within reach. Collect. Build. Play. CLIMB TO LEGEND • Battle players from around the world in strategic online PvP duels. • Build winning decks, evolve your strategy, and climb all the way to Legend. • Earn seasonal rewards and prove your mastery every month. HONE YOUR CRAFT • Take on solo adventures, complete quests, and discover new mechanics at your own pace. • Draft a unique deck in Arena from a changing selection of cards, then test your strategy against other players. • Returning player? Wild mode lets you play with all your cards! OUTSMART RIVALS • Recruit powerful minions, build your warband, and compete against seven other players in Hearthstone's signature Battlegrounds auto-battler mode. • Adapt every turn, discover powerful synergies, and be the last player standing. • No two matches play the same. EMBRACE THE CHAOS • Jump into Tavern Brawl, where unique rules, unexpected twists, and special rewards keep every Brawl fresh. CHOOSE YOUR HERO • Battle as legendary Warcraft heroes across 11 distinct classes. • Each class features its own Hero Power, signature mechanics, and unique strategies. • Whether you prefer aggressive attacks, careful planning, or clever combos, there's a class for you. Complete quests, earn rewards, and discover new cards with every expansion. Regular balance updates, seasonal events, major expansions, and limited-time experiences keep Hearthstone fresh for newcomers and veterans alike. Experience the magic, mischief, and mayhem in this epic fantasy CCG. Battle friends, challenge online opponents, and join millions of players around the hearth. Play Hearthstone today! *In-game purchases are optional. ©/TM/® 2026 Blizzard Entertainment, Inc

About

Mythrel

Engage in strategic multiplayer battles in a mystical realm. Collect, trade, and build powerful decks with stunning artwork. Compete in leagues and various game modes to prove your skill.

Highlights
  • Multiplayer online battles
  • Digital and physical card collecting
  • Deck building and strategy
  • Card trading system
  • Weekly leagues and rewards
  • Multiple game modes
Features
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Mythrel: Trading Card Game Enter a mystical realm beyond the boundaries of our world, where a magical portal has recently opened on Earth. Join in the epic battles as a player in this multiplayer online digital and physical trading collectible card game. Build your collection, fine-tune your decks, challenge your friends, trade cards, and dominate the Weekly Leagues. Play for free in the Vortex and Gauntlet realms! Are you ready to Enter The Realm of MYTHREL? A CARD GAME THAT’S WORTH YOUR TIME Mythrel offers a unique in-game card trading feature. Don't like a card you pulled from a booster pack? Transfer it to a friend! With Mythrel, building a competitive collection of cards is not only effortless, but also enjoyable. Collect new cards to build your decks and dominate the competition as you play Mythrel, the ultimate trading card game experience. Weekly Leagues allow you to earn special limited edition promotional cards and more! BEAUTIFUL ARTWORK Experience the beauty and immersiveness of MYTHREL with its stunning hand-drawn art that brings every card to life. Not only is the game fun to play, but also a joy to collect. The intricate details of each card will keep you enthralled and engaged as you build your collection and perfect your strategies. ENDLESS GAMEPLAY OPTIONS MYTHREL offers a variety of game modes to suit every player's preference. Challenge a friend in a quick Tranquil realm match, compete in the highly competitive weekly League, or try your luck with the randomized Vortex realms (matches). MYTHREL's selection of game modes ensures that there's always something new and exciting to discover. SKILL BEATS LUCK Outwit your opponents with smart strategies or overpower them with powerful cards - no matter your deck, MYTHREL's unique round-based gameplay offers a wide range of strategic options for you to dominate the battlefield. The skillful use of cards and careful planning will give you the edge in every match. AWE-INSPIRING CARDS TO COLLECT AND TRADE Unlock the full potential of MYTHREL with the over 124+ unique cards available in the first edition set, "Enter The Realm." Discover a vast array of species such as Humans, Orcs, Dragons, Elves, Sobekians, Mius and many more, as well as spell and equipment cards. With 5 rarities to collect, Common, Uncommon, Rare, Mythical, and Exotic, the possibilities are endless. Build your collection and trade with other players to create the ultimate deck PHYSICAL COLLECTING AND PLAYING Mythrel TCG is also available to play and collect physically, visit https://mythrel.com for more information!

Screenshots

Hearthstone4 screens
Mythrel3 screens

Verdict

The call

Hearthstone and Mythrel both sit at 4.1 stars, but that hides the real split: 82% of Mythrel's written reviews are positive against 36% of Hearthstone's. Hearthstone's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (122K vs 25). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Hearthstone sells 21 one-off in-app purchases and Mythrel sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Mythrel holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hearthstone has 122K ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of Hearthstone's written reviews are positive against 82% of Mythrel's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hearthstone ships an update fortnightly, Mythrel every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and July 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Hearthstone versus Mythrel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHearthstoneMythrel
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (122K ratings)4.3 (25 ratings) — better
Positive reviews35.9% of reviews82.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings122K — better25
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#51 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size855 MB842 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperBlizzard Entertainment, Inc.Legend Games Limited Liability Company

Customer experience

Hearthstone

All ratings121,744 ratings
Positive78.5%
Neutral3.3%
Negative18.2%
Written reviews4,772 reviews
Positive35.9%
Neutral9.1%
Negative55.0%

Mythrel

All ratings25 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative16.0%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive82.4%
Neutral5.9%
Negative11.8%

Bugs and requests

Hearthstone

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes during gameplay
  • Connectivity issues after updates
  • Reward system not working as intended
  • Unresponsive UI on certain devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved matchmaking system
  • More cooperative game modes
  • Ability to trade or disenchant unwanted cards
  • Reduced cost of new expansions
  • Faster gold/dust earning for free players

Mythrel

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

21 purchases

Hearthstone

One-time21
  • Arena Admission$1.99
  • Bundle of 2 Classic Packs$2.99
  • Welcome Bundle$4.99
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  • Welcome Bundle of 10 Classic Packs + Classic Legendary Card$4.99
  • 500 Runestones$4.99
  • Hero Skin2 variants$6.99
  • Bundle of 7 Grand Tournament Packs$9.99
  • Bundle of 7 Classic Packs$9.99
  • Bundle of 7 "Whispers of the Old Gods" Packs$9.99
  • Hero Skin Bundle$9.99
  • Packs Bundle$14.99
  • BG Season Pass$14.99
  • Tavern Pass5 variants$19.99
  • BG Season Pass5 variants$19.99
  • Bundle of 15 Classic Packs$19.99
  • Bundle: All 4 League of Explorers Wings$19.99
  • Packs Bundle$24.99
  • Packs Bundle$39.99
  • Bundle of 40 Classic Packs$49.99
  • Packs Bundle2 variants$59.99
  • Hero Skin Bundle2 variants$89.99
10 purchases

Mythrel

One-time10
  • 1 Dragonscale$0.29
  • 1st Edition KS Booster Pack$1.99
  • Second Edition Booster Packs$1.99
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  • 1st Edition KS Booster Pack$9.99
  • Second Edition Booster Packs$9.99
  • 1st Edition KS Booster Pack$19.99
  • Second Edition Booster Packs$19.99
  • 1st Edition KS Booster Pack$49.99
  • Second Edition Booster Packs$49.99
  • Second Edition Booster Packs$99.99

Questions

Is Hearthstone free?
Hearthstone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mythrel free?
Mythrel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hearthstone or Mythrel?
Mythrel is rated higher. Hearthstone averages 4.1 out of 5 from 122K ratings, while Mythrel averages 4.3 from 25 ratings.
Do Hearthstone or Mythrel have ads?
Mythrel shows ads; Hearthstone does not.
Which is updated more often, Hearthstone or Mythrel?
Hearthstone ships an update fortnightly, and Mythrel every 2 weeks. Most recently, Hearthstone was updated on October 1, 2026 and Mythrel on July 8, 2026.

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