Comparison

Shadow Rival vs Shadow Fight Hunter X

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

Head to head
About

Shadow Rival

Engage in intense hack-and-slash combat against dark fantasy monsters. Choose from diverse hero classes, master unique skills, and explore a mysterious world filled with challenges and secrets. Level up your character and customize their appearance to become the ultimate demon hunter.

Highlights
  • Dynamic hack and slash gameplay
  • Multiple character classes with unique skills
  • Explore a dark fantasy world
  • Level up and learn new combos
  • Character customization
  • Battle hordes of monsters and demons
Features
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Shadow forces have escaped and occupied our world. Our hunter takes the power of Eternal Light Side and saves our world. Shadow Rival: Action War is a dark fantasy Action RPG Game where you use your slash and dodge skill to battle against hordes of Shadow Monsters and Demons. Be Rival of Shadow, choose your hero from various classes, each with unique ultimate skills and abilities, and become the Legend Demon Hunter. KEY FEATURES ▶ Dynamic Action Hack and Slash gameplay Experience this fighting Game with hack-and-slash gameplay by choosing a favorite hunter to discover this dark fantasy world. Explore many types of complex terrain by running, climbing, and jumping, there are fascinating mystery points for you to find out! Battle against Shadow Monsters and Shadow Demons by using your skills and abilities to defeat hordes of monsters, and demons and earn rewards. ▶ Find your perfect hunter: Choose from various character classes, each with unique skills and abilities. Become a powerful warrior, a skillful ninja, a wise mage, a sturdy tanker, or a fearsome summoner. ▶ Adventure Shadow World: Immersed in endless dark fantasy and atmospheric Shadow World. Discover hidden treasures, defeat powerful bosses, and uncover the secrets of this mysterious realm. Explore Ruins of the Ancient City, Mystic Town, Swamp of Sin, Sorrow Forest, Frozen Castle, Hellfire Citadel, and various dungeons,... while mastering your battle skill ▶ Level up and become stronger: Unlock and learn new combos, skills, abilities, and ultimates to defeat even the most challenging enemies. ▶ Your hero, Your Style: Customize your character's appearance and abilities. Complete missions or log in daily to get free weapons, armor, and skins to create the perfect Demon Slayer.

About

Shadow Fight Hunter X

Features
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Prepare to step into the shadows and embrace your destiny in Shadow Fight Hunter X, an action packed combat game where you battle like a true ninja warrior! Play as a skilled shadow hunter trained in ancient martial arts, and fight your way through hordes of enemies, powerful bosses, and deadly traps. With fast paced combat mechanics, stunning visuals, and fluid animations, this is the ultimate mobile fighting experience crafted for true warriors. In this immersive offline fighting game, you’ll explore dark environments filled with mystery, ambushes, and hidden enemies. Use your skills in shadow combat, stealth attacks, and sword mastery to defeat elite fighters, rogue ninjas, and samurai. Perform devastating combos, unlock powerful weapons like katanas, dual blades, and throwing stars, and become the ultimate shadow assassin. Each level is designed to test your reflexes, strategy, and combat precision. Unlock new armor, upgrade your weapons, and gain special powers that help you dominate the battlefield. Battle across multiple modes: story mode, survival arena, boss challenges, and stealth missions. Whether you're slicing through enemies in a rain-soaked temple or engaging in rooftop fights under the moonlight, every moment is packed with energy and adrenaline. And best of all this hunter fight game runs smoothly offline, anytime and anywhere. Main Features: Intense shadow style ninja fighting gameplay Epic boss battles and stealth based missions Smooth controls and cinematic combat animations Unlockable weapons, armor, and special hunter powers Multiple environments and survival modes Works offline fight anytime, anywhere! If you're a fan of ninja games, stealth combat then Shadow Fight Hunter X is the challenge you've been waiting for. Are you ready to master the shadows and hunt down your enemies?

Screenshots

Shadow Rival4 screens
Shadow Fight Hunter X4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shadow Fight Hunter X at none against Shadow Rival's 52. Shadow Fight Hunter X also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Shadow Rival sells 52 one-off in-app purchases. Shadow Fight Hunter X asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shadow Rival ships an update weekly, Shadow Fight Hunter X every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Shadow Rival versus Shadow Fight Hunter X: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShadow RivalShadow Fight Hunter X
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (84 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews68.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings84 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size898 MB237 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperONDI TECHNOLOGY JSCAroosa Shahid

Bugs and requests

Shadow Rival

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes and freezes
  • Progression loss issues
  • Compatibility problems on older devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Account binding function
  • More free character unlocks
  • Improved event design

Shadow Fight Hunter X

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

52 purchases

Shadow Rival

One-time52
  • Gem Hoard$0.99
  • Endless jingle 1$0.99
  • Fistful of Gem$0.99
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  • Endless Brick 1$0.99
  • Starter Pack$1.99
  • Mystical Wealth Chest$2.99
  • Ticket Package 1$2.99
  • Isolde Point boost 1$2.99
  • Harlee Point boost 1$2.99
  • Enchanted Fortune Bundle$2.99
  • Pile of Gems$2.99
  • Expert Pack I$2.99
  • Endless jingle 2$2.99
  • Endless Brick 2$2.99
  • Chrismas candy 4$3.99
  • Normal Monthly Card$4.99
  • Resource selection 1$4.99
  • Isolde Point boost 2$5.99
  • Harlee Point boost 2$5.99
  • Chrismas candy 3$7.99
  • Lyra Bundle I$7.99
  • Sorcerer's Bounty$9.99
  • Hero Isolde$9.99
  • Hero Harlee$9.99
  • Power of Holy Gods$9.99
  • Remove Ads Pack (Sale)$9.99
  • Christmas selection 1$9.99
  • Equipment Pack 1$9.99
  • Weekly Bundle 2$9.99
  • Lyra Bundle II$9.99
  • Lyra Buy All$12.99
  • Deluxe Pack All$12.99
  • Hero 5 Path$14.99
  • Battle Pass Premium$14.99
  • Prestige Monthly Card$14.99
  • Harlee Normal Bundle I$19.99
  • Block of Gems$19.99
  • Ticket Package 3$19.99
  • Harlee Bundle I$19.99
  • Chrismas candy 2$19.99
  • Hero christmas$19.99
  • Battle Pass Premium 2$24.99
  • Equipment Pack 2$24.99
  • Isolde Normal Bundle II$29.99
  • Harlee Normal Buy All$34.99
  • Isolde Normal Buy All$34.99
  • Rune Ticket Package 4$39.99
  • Ticket Package 4$49.99
  • Christmas equipment selection$49.99
  • Weekly Bundle 4$49.99
  • Equipment selection 5$89.99
  • Weekly Bundle 5$99.99
None

Shadow Fight Hunter X

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Shadow Rival free?
Shadow Rival is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Shadow Fight Hunter X free?
Shadow Fight Hunter X is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Shadow Rival or Shadow Fight Hunter X have ads?
Both Shadow Rival and Shadow Fight Hunter X show ads.
Which is updated more often, Shadow Rival or Shadow Fight Hunter X?
Shadow Rival ships an update weekly, and Shadow Fight Hunter X every 6 days. Most recently, Shadow Rival was updated on October 21, 2026 and Shadow Fight Hunter X on October 14, 2026.

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