Comparison

Three Kingdoms vs Samkok Legends:TD

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

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About

Three Kingdoms

An authentic Three Kingdoms RTS game with stunning 3D battlefields and real-time tactical combat. Recruit legendary officers, utilize class-based skills, and engage in grand strategy to conquer the realm. Offers high officer drop rates and seamless gameplay mechanics.

Highlights
  • Authentic 3D Three Kingdoms battlefields
  • Real-time troop movement and maneuvers
  • Three distinct character classes
  • High drop rates for legendary officers
  • Seamless officer swapping and skill integration
  • Auto-recruitment and village management
Features
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>>Over 10 Million Downloads Across Asia – The Ultimate Three Kingdoms RTS Coming in 2026! >>The Competition Is Now Live – Conquer Luoyang and Compete for a Prize Pool Worth Over $10,000! >>Download Now for Rewards: Legendary Officers, 280 Summons, Limited Mansion Skins, and More. Three Kingdoms: World Conquest is an authentic Three Kingdoms RTS masterpiece. The game faithfully recreates the authentic battlefields of the Three Kingdoms, showcasing every detail in stunning 3D. You can freely change marching routes and execute real-time maneuvers such as ambushes, pincer attacks, and evasive moves, giving you the thrill of instant battle control. Experience the diverse skills of three unique classes—Ranger, Physician, and Farmer—and use them strategically to change the battlefield. As a user-frendly game, Three Kingdoms: World Conquest features high drop rates for top-tier officers, seamless officer switching and skill swaps, auto-recruitment, and self-producing villages that let you focus on grand strategy. Download now to get the legendary officer - Zhang Liao and 280 Summons! [Authentic Three Kingdoms – The Most Realistic Experience] Featuring exquisite realistic art, 1:1 historical architecture replicas, true terrain and dynamic seasonal weather—all coming together to create the most authentic 3D Three Kingdoms battlefield ever conceived. Over 100 famous officers like Guan Yu, Lü Bu, Cao Cao, and Liu Bei. Each is meticulously crafted with stunning detail, unique animations, and deep personal stories, immersing you in the weight of a thousand years of history. [Seamless Swaps & High Drop Rates — Play Smarter, Not Longer] Experience deep strategy without the tedious grind. Swap and deploy new officers instantly—no leveling required. Field them the moment you summon them! Enjoy supremely high drop rates for legendary officers. With no rate-limiting mechanics, every summon can bring a game-changing commander. Auto-manage recruitment, healing, and even scheduled campaigns. Free yourself from the grind and focus on what truly matters: Grand Strategy. [Free Movement & Live Combat — Battle On Your Terms] Command multiple troops with real-time movement. Set ambushes, evade attacks, and outmaneuver your enemies with tactical freedom. Dive into chaotic multi-faction wars, reinforcing allies and focusing fire on key targets. Forget static battle reports—witness every sword swing and arrow volley in cinematic 3D detail! [Three Classes, Rich Gameplay. Plan together. Fight together. Conquer the Realm.] In the turbulent times of the Three Kingdoms, you can play as a battlefield Ranger, a life-saving Physician, or a resource-developing Farmer. Coordinating the three classes is the key to victory. Each class’s unique abilities can greatly influence tactics and the overall battlefield. Join forces with your allies, combine strategic class skills, and plan togetherto conquer the realm, experiencing a completely new SLG adventure while writingyour own legendary Three Kingdoms story. [Village Management & Resource Production — Build Your Economic Empire] True Conquerors Know: Victory Starts with Your Village. Forge a thriving domain where you build self-sufficient settlements, specialize in resource production, and master a dynamic trade network to maximize your wealth. Dive into a wealth of activities: domestic assignments, treasure hunts, and farmsteading. Feel the deep satisfaction of a thriving economy that fuels your march to conquest. [Beauty Confidantes — Multiple Fun Gameplay Experiences] Between conquests, find your escape. Meet legendary beauties like Da Qiao and Diao Chan—befriend them as confidantes on your campaign. Test your wits in challenging stages to win treasures, or relax with lantern riddles and other casual delights. A perfect balance to the art of war. Official Website: https://pse.is/8h54l9 Official Facebook: https://tksea.onelink.me/W9o4/x6e72pn9

About

Samkok Legends:TD

Lead epic battles in this Three Kingdoms-themed tower defense game. Deploy heroes, unleash combo skills, and strategize your way through over 1,000 maps. Enjoy idle gameplay with the option for manual skill control and a risk-free hero rebirth system.

Highlights
  • Idle tower defense gameplay
  • Over 1,000 maps
  • Hero combo skills
  • Risk-free hero rebirth
  • Celestial Tower and PvP modes
  • Auto-battle with manual skill control
Features
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Get the legendary General Zhao Yun and Lv Bu for FREE! Start your Three Kingdoms TD adventure! Use your fingertips to lead epic battles! Game Features ◆ Easy-to-Learn Idle TD with over 1,000 maps Pre-deploy formations and watch real-time tower defense unfold! Combine different hero teams and defense plans to tackle stages with changing elements. Perfect for both casual play and hardcore strategists! ◆ Hero Combo Skills to Dominate Battles Turn the tide with Allied Ultimate Skills! Unleash devastating combo attacks like "Thunderous Annihilation" when specific generals team up. No micromanagement needed—victory hinges on your tactical timing and synergy! ◆ Risk-Free Hero Rebirth System Engage in experimentation without restrictions. Reset any general to reclaim 100% upgrade resources and rebuild dream teams. Combine iconic Three Kingdoms heroes like Liu Bei, Cao Cao, and Sun Quan. Develop strong strategies with them that they can't beat. ◆ Endless Challenges & Bountiful Rewards Climb the Celestial Tower, raid exclusive dungeons, and dominate PvP arenas! Get great loot in various modes that help you on your quest in the Three Kingdoms. Why Players Love It Q-style visuals meet cinematic skill animations. Dual-ultimate mechanics for strategic depth. Auto-battle convenience with manual skill control. Daily login rewards and limited-time events

Screenshots

Three Kingdoms4 screens
Samkok Legends:TD4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Three Kingdoms at none against Samkok Legends:TD's shown. Three Kingdoms also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). Samkok Legends:TD's advantage is review sentiment (47% vs 25%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). 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. Three Kingdoms sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Samkok Legends:TD sells 11 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 — 4.6 for Three Kingdoms against 4.7 for Samkok Legends:TD. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 354 and 167 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 25% of Three Kingdoms's written reviews are positive against 47% of Samkok Legends:TD's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Three Kingdoms ships an update fortnightly, Samkok Legends:TD every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Three Kingdoms versus Samkok Legends:TD: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThree KingdomsSamkok Legends:TD
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (354 ratings)4.7 (167 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews47.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings354 — better167
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3.8 GB938 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperRastar MobileLUCKY CAT ENTERTAINMENT TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.

Customer experience

Three Kingdoms

All ratings354 ratings
Positive91.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Samkok Legends:TD

All ratings167 ratings
Positive92.8%
Neutral1.2%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive47.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative52.9%

In-app purchases

13 purchases

Three Kingdoms

One-time13
  • 60 Jade$0.99
  • Basic Pack$0.99
  • Iron Weekly Offer$4.99
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  • Wood Weekly Offer$4.99
  • 300 Jade$4.99
  • Advanced Pack$4.99
  • All Daily Packs$4.99
  • Ultimate Pack$9.99
  • 980 Jade$14.99
  • Deluxe Pack$14.99
  • Precious Pack$19.99
  • Rejoice Pack$29.99
  • Collection Pack$49.99
11 purchases

Samkok Legends:TD

One-time11
  • $0.99 Gift$0.99
  • $1.99 Gift$1.99
  • $4.99 Gift$4.99
Show 8 more
  • $9.99 Gift$9.99
  • $14.99 Gift$14.99
  • $19.99 Gift$19.99
  • $23.99 Gift$23.99
  • $29.99 Gift$29.99
  • $46.99 Gift$46.99
  • $49.99 Gift$49.99
  • $99.99 Gift$99.99

Questions

Is Three Kingdoms free?
Three Kingdoms is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Samkok Legends:TD free?
Samkok Legends:TD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Three Kingdoms or Samkok Legends:TD?
Samkok Legends:TD is rated higher. Three Kingdoms averages 4.6 out of 5 from 354 ratings, while Samkok Legends:TD averages 4.7 from 167 ratings.
Do Three Kingdoms or Samkok Legends:TD have ads?
Samkok Legends:TD shows ads; Three Kingdoms does not.
Which is updated more often, Three Kingdoms or Samkok Legends:TD?
Three Kingdoms ships an update fortnightly, and Samkok Legends:TD every 4 months. Most recently, Three Kingdoms was updated on October 1, 2026 and Samkok Legends:TD on September 30, 2026.

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