Comparison

Returned Warrior RPG vs Demon EpicWar Hunter

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

Head to head
About

Returned Warrior RPG

Embark on a retro RPG adventure where you return home after a decade in a demonic realm to find portals have opened. Farm for hundreds of equipment types and cards to create a unique character. Explore diverse game modes and enjoy nostalgic pixel art.

Highlights
  • Idle farming with equipment and cards
  • Unique character customization
  • Rewarding item collection
  • Multiple weapon choices
  • Diverse play modes (dungeons, towers)
  • Nostalgic pixel art style
Features
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After 10 years in the demonic realm, I returned to find that 120 years have passed! You survived by the skin of your teeth and returned home, only to find that demonic portals have opened across the continent. Return of the classic RPG! "Returned Warrior: Retro RPG" [Game Features] ◈ Simple and easier grind! - Idly farm with hundreds of different types of equipment and cards. ◈ Rediscover the pure joy of farming! - Does everyone wear the same gear? NO! - Choose the equipment and cards that resonate with your style, to create a one-of-a-kind character! ◈ No farming goes unrewarded! - From the starting gear to the endgame items, each item holds significance in your journey! - The more you gather and complete your collection, the mightier your character becomes. ◈ Weapon Master - Pick a weapon of your choice - from a dagger, to a longsword or bow - and play. ◈ Diverse play modes - Enjoy the game's diverse content, including Scenario Stages, Gold Dungeons, Hydra Dungeon, Tower Defense, Endless Tower, and more! ◈ Nostalgic pixel art style - Enjoy the retro RPG, complete with a nostalgic pixel art style.

About

Demon EpicWar Hunter

Lead a squad of fairies in an epic idle RPG war to defend a fairy forest from invading demons. Train your Soul Light hero, upgrade fairy companions, and collect legendary equipment. Enjoy AFK battles and unlimited rewards as you purify the world tree and save the forest.

Highlights
  • Idle RPG gameplay
  • AFK battles
  • Summon and upgrade fairies
  • Train Soul Light hero
  • Collect legendary equipment
  • Special quests and rewards
  • Dice roll for items
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Bad demons have invaded the peaceful fairy forest. Begin your adventure as a Soul Light, grow your power, summon fairy companions, and lead your team in an epic battle to restore peace to the World Tree. Build your own squad of legendary fairies, train your Soul Light hero, collect powerful equipment, and challenge endless enemies in an easy-to-play idle RPG adventure. Train Your Soul Light - Unleash the power of your Soul Light and strengthen your hero by battling demons throughout the fairy forest. - Collect equipment, weapons, and armor to enhance your stats and prepare for stronger enemies. - As your Soul Light grows, your hero will become the key to purifying the World Tree and restoring balance to the forest. Summon and Upgrade Fairy Friends - Recruit unique fairy companions with special abilities. - Create your own dream team of Soul Light warriors and fairy allies. - Upgrade your companions and combine their powers to overcome powerful enemies and dungeon bosses. Earn Rewards Through Special Quests - Complete special quests and challenges to earn valuable rewards. - Use your rewards to upgrade your Soul Light, strengthen your fairies, and unlock more content. - Grow stronger every day as you progress through the adventure. Roll the Dice and Get Epic Items - Roll the dice to move forward and collect useful items. - Use the items you obtain to enhance your hero, fairies, weapons, and armor. - Discover new ways to power up your team and prepare for greater challenges. Enjoy Idle RPG Action - Create a powerful team of heroes and continue growing even while you are away. - Your heroes keep fighting, earning rewards, and becoming stronger through idle battles. - Enjoy simple controls, steady progression, and exciting RPG growth at your own pace. Enter the fairy forest, defeat the demons, purify the World Tree, and become the legendary Soul Light hero.

Screenshots

Returned Warrior RPG4 screens
Demon EpicWar Hunter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Returned Warrior RPG at 90% against Demon EpicWar Hunter's 67%. On price, update cadence, ads 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. Returned Warrior RPG sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Demon EpicWar Hunter sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Returned Warrior RPG ships an update fortnightly, Demon EpicWar Hunter weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Returned Warrior RPG versus Demon EpicWar Hunter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReturned Warrior RPGDemon EpicWar Hunter
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews89.5% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size1.0 GB662 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperDreamplay Games Inc.Zen Ga Games Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Returned Warrior RPG

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews105 reviews
Positive89.5%
Neutral2.9%
Negative7.6%

Demon EpicWar Hunter

Written reviews30 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative26.7%

Bugs and requests

Returned Warrior RPG

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to progress past first chapter
  • Equipment upgrades not saving properly
  • Freezing during tutorial screens
  • Connectivity issues when viewing ads

Requested features

4 requests
  • More diverse quests and challenges
  • Ability to preview equipment effects
  • Improved save/load functionality
  • Optimization for longer battery life

Demon EpicWar Hunter

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Returned Warrior RPG

One-time10
  • Auto Decomposition Package$4.99
  • Weekly Gold Package$8.99
  • Weekly EXP Package$8.99
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  • Starting Optimization Package$8.99
  • Start Ad Removal Package$8.99
  • Chapter 4 Clear Package$17.99
  • Chapter 6 Clear Package$17.99
  • Chapter 3 Clear Package$17.99
  • Chapter 7 Clear Package$17.99
  • Gem Vip Chest$99.99
10 purchases

Demon EpicWar Hunter

One-time10
  • 15 Ad skip tickets$0.99
  • Candy bag$2.49
  • Spirit starter package$2.49
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  • speed 2x$3.49
  • Shovel Package$4.99
  • Dungeon Pass$4.99
  • Candy gift box$8.49
  • Premium Season Pass$9.99
  • Ad Free Forever$10.99
  • All in one Package$28.99

Questions

Is Returned Warrior RPG free?
Returned Warrior RPG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Demon EpicWar Hunter free?
Demon EpicWar Hunter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Returned Warrior RPG or Demon EpicWar Hunter have ads?
Both Returned Warrior RPG and Demon EpicWar Hunter show ads.
Which is updated more often, Returned Warrior RPG or Demon EpicWar Hunter?
Returned Warrior RPG ships an update fortnightly, and Demon EpicWar Hunter weekly. Most recently, Returned Warrior RPG was updated on November 12, 2026 and Demon EpicWar Hunter on November 3, 2026.

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