# Samurai Conqueror vs BUILD EMPIRE

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BUILD EMPIRE at 94% against Samurai Conqueror's 50%. Samurai Conqueror's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 days). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Samurai Conqueror sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and BUILD EMPIRE sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Samurai Conqueror ships an update every 2 days, BUILD EMPIRE every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Samurai Conqueror | BUILD EMPIRE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **93.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 275 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TAKAMOTO MIURA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745996288) | [koichi hashimoto](https://appshunter.io/developer/1659408789) |

## What reviewers say

### Samurai Conqueror

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samurai-conqueror/id6740089343)

Engage in historical strategy across Japan's past, from the Kofun to Meiji periods. Lead factions, manage domestic affairs, and wage wars to conquer territories and unite the nation. Relive and rewrite pivotal historical events.

**Highlights:** Historical setting spanning Kofun to Meiji eras, Faction development and domestic affairs, Command-based conquest gameplay, Recruit legendary historical figures, Unlock and influence historical events, Unite Japan through warfare

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Standard Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Complete | $5.99 | one-time |
| Complete Pack | $10.99 | one-time |


### BUILD EMPIRE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/build-empire-construction/id6794272593)

Build a global construction empire from a small local firm. Win bids, manage projects, and grow your company to become the world's number one. Enjoy deep management elements and watch your creations come to life.

**Highlights:** Win construction bids, Manage company growth, Develop departments and hire staff, Undertake diverse projects, Compete in global rankings, Turn-based gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| プレミアム（やり込みモード） | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Samurai Conqueror free?

Samurai Conqueror is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is BUILD EMPIRE free?

BUILD EMPIRE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Samurai Conqueror or BUILD EMPIRE have ads?

BUILD EMPIRE shows ads; Samurai Conqueror does not.

### Which is updated more often, Samurai Conqueror or BUILD EMPIRE?

Samurai Conqueror ships an update every 2 days, and BUILD EMPIRE every 5 days. Most recently, Samurai Conqueror was updated on October 18, 2026 and BUILD EMPIRE on October 18, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*