Comparison

Duelyst vs Defense Block

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

Head to head
About

Duelyst

Engage in quick, strategic card battles with a streamlined mana system and consistent card draw. Build powerful decks with unique units and spells, brought to life with vibrant pixel art. Outwit opponents on the battlefield in this accessible yet deep tactical game.

Highlights
  • Fast-paced tactical card battles
  • Streamlined 6-mana cap
  • Consistent 2-card draw per turn
  • Diverse units and spells
  • Hand-animated pixel art
  • Strategic positioning on battlefield
Features
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Duelyst: Blitz is a lightning-fast reimagining of the beloved tactical card battler Duelyst, designed for intense, strategic matches you can finish in just a few minutes. Engage in dynamic, turn-based duels where every move matters. With a streamlined 6-mana cap and a consistent 2-card draw each turn, Duelyst: Blitz delivers tight, decision-rich gameplay that rewards smart plays and bold tactics. Build your deck from a diverse roster of powerful units and spells, each brought to life with stunning hand-animated pixel art. Position your forces on the battlefield, outthink your opponent, and strike with perfect precision. Whether you’re a returning Duelyst veteran or a newcomer to tactical card games, Blitz offers the perfect mix of accessibility and depth.

About

Defense Block

Features
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DEFENSE BLOCK: PIXEL IMPACT Defend your base in thrilling short bursts—perfect for commute, break time, or anytime you need stress relief! Smash endless waves of enemies with pixel-powered upgrades and enjoy the satisfaction of every block destroyed. Features: Quick and fun gameplay—great for bus, subway, or short breaks Endless waves of enemies for infinite challenge Upgrade your blocks and power up without hesitation Easy to start, deeply rewarding to master Relax and release stress while playing anytime, anywhere Don’t wait—upgrade, defend, and feel the impact!

Screenshots

Duelyst4 screens
Defense Block4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Defense Block at none against Duelyst's 5. Defense Block also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 weeks). Duelyst's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Duelyst sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Defense Block asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Duelyst ships an update every 2 weeks, Defense Block daily. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Duelyst versus Defense Block: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDuelystDefense Block
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (26 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings26 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksDaily — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size282 MB191 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperJakub Juszkowon jong jang

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Duelyst

One-time5
  • Small Premium Pack$3.99
  • Medium Premium Pack$9.99
  • Large Premium Pack$39.99
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  • Massive Premium Pack$69.99
  • Ultimate Premium Pack$149.99
None

Defense Block

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Duelyst free?
Duelyst is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Defense Block free?
Defense Block is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Duelyst or Defense Block have ads?
Defense Block shows ads; Duelyst does not.
Which is updated more often, Duelyst or Defense Block?
Duelyst ships an update every 2 weeks, and Defense Block daily. Most recently, Duelyst was updated on October 3, 2026 and Defense Block on October 2, 2026.

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