Comparison

Mobile Dungeon vs Shadowborn

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

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About

Mobile Dungeon

Embark on a whimsical fantasy RPG adventure as a dungeon crawler. Collect a variety of wacky heroes and foes, strategize unique team lineups for real-time PvP battles, and explore a ludicrous world filled with comical surprises and legendary tales.

Highlights
  • Collect diverse heroes and foes
  • Strategic team formation
  • Real-time PvP battles
  • Explore a whimsical fantasy world
  • Uncover ludicrous legends
  • Form party with synergy
Features
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Hear ye, hear ye, fellow Traveler! From the creators of Shakes & Fidget, join us in a new epic fantasy RPG adventure. Get ready to accept our new quest and embark on the wackiest dungeon crawler! The bards of the realm already sing their songs of a new fun game! And their ballads go like this: "Welcome to Mobile Dungeon, a merry RPG show, Where dungeons are playgrounds and laughter does flow. In a world so absurd, where the champions are wacky, Embark on a journey that's utterly tacky. In dungeons bizarre, where the strange materializes, An epic crawl awaits, full of comical surprises. Goblins with whoopee cushions and disco-dancing trolls, Every step is a giggle, every challenge, pure gold. In arenas of madness, where the PvP is a delight, Craft strategies that boggle, in the absurdity of the fight. Real-time showdowns with champions so funny, Outwit your foes with humor, emerge as the bunny. Summon your team, a carnival absurdity, From pranking goblins to chickens of sincerity. Craft a crew with synergy both potent and mad, In the land of wizards, it's a team-building fad. Mobile Dungeon, where laughter takes flight, In a RPG world that's whimsically bright. A celebration of mirth, a fantastical cheer, Join us in the Dungeon, where the funny is near!" GAME FEATURES: - HEROES & FOES - Collect tons of different units, good and evil characters, monsters and animals. Hunt or recruit them to shape your party and defeat any threat that stands in your way. - STRATEGIC BATTLES - Form your party and strategize unbeatable lineups to overcome your enemies in battle. From very nasty seagulls to bulky orcs, each formation will grant specific skills and unique buffs. - DISCOVER - Immerse yourself in a fantastical world where the legends are as diverse as they are ludicrous. From the legendary feats of a tea-sipping sorcerer to the epic tales of a hero who communicates solely in limericks, the whimsy never ends. Explore, laugh, and uncover the legends that define this one-of-a-kind RPG So let the fun run free, by this here royal decree! Terms of Service: https://cdn.mobiledungeon.com/res/md/legal/html/terms_en.html Privacy Policy: https://cdn.mobiledungeon.com/res/md/legal/html/privacy_en.html Imprint: https://cdn.mobiledungeon.com/res/md/legal/html/imprint_en.html

About

Shadowborn

Embark on an epic dark fantasy adventure with fast-paced, arcade-style combat. Explore a whimsical world filled with secrets, choose from unique classes, and master powerful abilities. Engage in thrilling battles and uncover hidden mysteries for endless replayability.

Highlights
  • Arcade-style RPG gameplay
  • Diverse hero classes
  • Multi-class system
  • Exploration and secrets
  • Responsive combat
  • Endless replayability
Features
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Shadowborn is an arcade-style RPG designed for fast, gripping mobile gameplay. Dive into a rich world of whimsy and darkness letting you carve your path to victory, whether it's a quick battle or a longer, more immersive quest. Experience pure power fantasy with tight, short game loops that pack in excitement. Move seamlessly through vibrant landscapes, tackle fast-paced missions, and engage in combat that's responsive and satisfying. The game rewards your skill, allowing you to dodge attacks and time your take-downs to win against the odds. UNLEASH YOUR POWER Step into a world of fantasy as a hero uniquely tailored to your style: • Select from distinctive classes like the Warrior, Rogue, Sorcerer, Necromancer, Swashbuckler, and Valkyrie — each with a unique feel and powerful abilities. • Experiment with a multi-class system allowing you blend abilities from different achetypes and create a truly unique warrior. • Explore the different skill trees to unlock powerful synergies and legendary skills, making every playthrough unique. SECRETS EVERYWHERE The world is filled with hidden discoveries waiting to be found: • Pull the legendary Sword in the Stone, unlock sliding bookcases, and walk the Path of Fire. • Solve the Weeping Angel puzzle, discover what waits for you beyond the Looking Glass. • Find the Veiled Temples, Pirate Caves, and the horrors of the Baron's Laboratory. • Track your progress - the map shows how many secrets remain in each area. DARK AND WHIMSICAL WORLD Encounter a world of contrasts, where light and darkness dance: • Explore haunted graveyards, abandoned churches, eerie swamps, mysterious lagoons, treacherous pirate caves, and ancient mines. • Face the darkness: battle skeletal hordes, giant spiders, oozing slimes, fire elementals, spectral wraiths, and carnivorous plants. • Confront epic bosses like the Brood Mother, Lich Lord, Pirate Captain, and the mysterious Baron von Darkwood. • Discover serene moments with unicorns in sunlit glades and mermaids offering riddles by moonlit waterfalls. ARCADE-INSPIRED COMBAT Feel the thrill of smooth, responsive controls that adapt to your style: • Choose between arcade and dual-stick control options for a flexible experience that feels great in your hands. • Engage in satisfying, responsive combat that makes every fight feel impactful, like an arcade brawler in a fantasy world. • Hire mercenaries to fight alongside you, raise the dead as a Necromancer, or ride into battle on horseback. ENDLESS REPLAYABILITY Your journey doesn't end at victory: • Unlock heirlooms and a retirement system, encouraging fresh playthroughs and new challenges. • Choose from many side quests: Solve mermaid riddles, explore the Sunken Citadel, and piece together the secrets of the mysterious Esmeralda • Power up with new gear, refined strategies, and complete achievements READY FOR ANY PLAYTIME Quick missions that deliver big on action: • 3-4 minute loops offer bite-sized, high-energy action perfect for mobile. • Each mission drops you instantly into the heart of the action, keeping every session short and intense. Embrace the whimsy and darkness of Shadowborn — an arcade RPG crafted for mobile players who crave fast-paced action in a world as enchanting as it is deadly. Download now and begin your journey!

Screenshots

Mobile Dungeon4 screens
Shadowborn4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Mobile Dungeon at none against Shadowborn's shown. Mobile Dungeon also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). Shadowborn's advantage is review sentiment (71% vs 50%). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. Mobile Dungeon sells 23 one-off in-app purchases and Shadowborn sells 17 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Mobile Dungeon against 4.9 for Shadowborn. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.5K and 6.2K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Mobile Dungeon's written reviews are positive against 71% of Shadowborn's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mobile Dungeon ships an update fortnightly, Shadowborn monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Mobile Dungeon versus Shadowborn: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobile DungeonShadowborn
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.5K ratings)4.9 (6.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.1% of reviews71.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.5K6.2K — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size296 MB1.7 GB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperPlaya Games GmbHVIVA GAMES S.L.

Customer experience

Mobile Dungeon

All ratings2,489 ratings
Positive97.0%
Neutral1.3%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews335 reviews
Positive50.1%
Neutral20.0%
Negative29.9%

Shadowborn

All ratings5,147 ratings
Positive98.1%
Neutral0.8%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews477 reviews
Positive71.3%
Neutral10.5%
Negative18.2%

User reviews

Mobile Dungeon

From 2.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Cute and visually appealing art style
  • 🚀 Fun and enjoyable gameplay loop
  • 💡 Unique and humorous character designs

Room to improve

  • ⏱️ Slow energy regeneration and limited playtime
  • 💰 Progression heavily gated by premium currency
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and login issues
  • 🤔 Confusing or restrictive game mechanics

Shadowborn

From 6.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Interesting story
  • 👍 Decent gameplay
  • 👍 Beautiful graphics

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Bugs with quest items
  • 🐛 Targeting issues for ranged classes
  • 💰 Some features locked behind paywall

Bugs and requests

Mobile Dungeon

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to create account or log in consistently
  • Game crashes or freezes during play
  • Progress and account data loss

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improve energy system and reduce restrictions
  • Add more free progression options
  • Fix login and account issues
  • Introduce more game modes and hero variety

Shadowborn

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Quest items disappearing
  • Stealth ability not working properly
  • Targeting issues for ranged characters

Requested features

2 requests
  • More content and updates
  • Improved stability and bug fixes

In-app purchases

23 purchases

Mobile Dungeon

One-time23
  • Welcome Pack$1.99
  • Golden Hourglass Pack$3.99
  • Small Upgrade Pack$3.99
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  • Lockpicker Pack$3.99
  • Daily Supplies Pack$3.99
  • Event Portal Pack$4.99
  • Premium Milestone Rewards 1$4.99
  • Thirst Quencher Pack$9.99
  • Premium Milestone Rewards 2$9.99
  • VIP Pass$9.99
  • Premium Pass$9.99
  • Beginner Pack$9.99
  • Birthday Pack$14.99
  • Small Upgrade Pack$14.99
  • Easter$14.99
  • Adventure Supplies Pack$14.99
  • Soul Pack$14.99
  • Large Crystal Pack$19.99
  • Valentine's Day Pack$19.99
  • Shimmering Soul Pack$19.99
  • Adventurer Pack$19.99
  • Serial Flusher Pack$24.99
  • Heroes Pack$24.99
17 purchases

Shadowborn

One-time17
  • Essential Pack$1.99
  • Diamond Pack 1$1.99
  • Journey Pack$3.99
Show 14 more
  • Coin Pack 2$4.99
  • Diamond Pack 2$4.99
  • Booster Pack$4.99
  • Pet Dragon$9.99
  • Pet Wolf$9.99
  • Dark Knight Skin$9.99
  • Fire Mage Skin$9.99
  • Starter Pack$9.99
  • Diamond Pack 3$9.99
  • Ultra Pass$14.99
  • Diamond Pack 4$24.99
  • Rogue Pack$24.99
  • Adventure Pack$24.99
  • Mage Pack$24.99

Questions

Is Mobile Dungeon free?
Mobile Dungeon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Shadowborn free?
Shadowborn is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mobile Dungeon or Shadowborn?
Shadowborn is rated higher. Mobile Dungeon averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.5K ratings, while Shadowborn averages 4.9 from 6.2K ratings.
Do Mobile Dungeon or Shadowborn have ads?
Shadowborn shows ads; Mobile Dungeon does not.
Which is updated more often, Mobile Dungeon or Shadowborn?
Mobile Dungeon ships an update fortnightly, and Shadowborn monthly. Most recently, Mobile Dungeon was updated on October 24, 2026 and Shadowborn on October 24, 2026.

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