# Descent Defender vs Incremental ELM Quest 2

The clearest difference is ads: Incremental ELM Quest 2 at none against Descent Defender's shown. Incremental ELM Quest 2 also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (51 vs 11). Descent Defender's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (100% vs 85%). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Descent Defender sells 18 one-off in-app purchases and Incremental ELM Quest 2 sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Descent Defender holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 51 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Descent Defender's written reviews are positive against 85% of Incremental ELM Quest 2's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Descent Defender | Incremental ELM Quest 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/descent-defender/id6764134188/reviews)** | [4.6 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/incremental-elm-quest-2/id6775551990/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **51** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 84.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 458 MB | 192 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | +9 |
| Developer | [Idle Hour Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895654184) | [Eric Marin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1886824253) |

## What reviewers say

### Descent Defender

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/descent-defender/id6764134188)

Experience a unique tower defense game with Plinko-inspired physics. Control a retro arcade-style Battle Turret, shape the battlefield with powerful peg abilities, and research upgrades to survive increasingly difficult stages. Earn XP, unlock talents, and customize your defenses for deeper chaos.

**Highlights:** Plinko-style physics and enemy movement, Controllable retro arcade Battle Turret, Battle Turret XP and talent system, Upgradeable tower fortifications, 50 challenging campaign stages, Customizable board and turret skins, Optional rewarded ads

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Token Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Journey 1 Premium Track | $4.99 | one-time |
| Journey 2 Premium Track | $4.99 | one-time |
| Combo Pack 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Token Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ad-Free VIP Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Journey 5 Premium Track | $9.99 | one-time |
| Journey 3 Premium Track | $9.99 | one-time |
| Journey 4 Premium Track | $9.99 | one-time |
| Combo Pack 2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Giant Token Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Journey 7 Premium Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Journey 8 Premium Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Journey 9 Premium Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Journey 10 Premium Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Journey 6 Premium Track | $19.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $24.99 | one-time |
| Veteran Pack | $49.99 | one-time |


### Incremental ELM Quest 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/incremental-elm-quest-2/id6775551990)

Explore a world where elemental forces are merging, cataloging creatures and uncovering a deep mystery. This offline RPG features extensive progression systems, a vast bestiary, and a narrative told through field reports. Earn rewards even while offline.

**Highlights:** Catalog over 4000 unique creatures, Level up over 300 hero classes, Explore elemental portals, Offline progression, Narrative told through field journals, Deep progression systems

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cosmetic: D- Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Support Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Support Coffee | $4.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: S- Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: SS- Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: S+ Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: SS+ Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: SSS- Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: SSS Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: SSS+ Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: Letter of Patronage | $9.99 | one-time |
| Support Lunch | $9.99 | one-time |
| Cosmetic: Founder's Edition | $19.99 | one-time |
| Support Dinner | $19.99 | one-time |
| Support Updates | $29.99 | one-time |
| Support Next Game | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Descent Defender free?

Descent Defender is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Incremental ELM Quest 2 free?

Incremental ELM Quest 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Descent Defender or Incremental ELM Quest 2?

Descent Defender is rated higher. Descent Defender averages 5.0 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Incremental ELM Quest 2 averages 4.6 from 51 ratings.

### Do Descent Defender or Incremental ELM Quest 2 have ads?

Descent Defender shows ads; Incremental ELM Quest 2 does not.

### Which is updated more often, Descent Defender or Incremental ELM Quest 2?

Descent Defender ships an update every 4 days, and Incremental ELM Quest 2 every 4 days. Most recently, Descent Defender was updated on October 24, 2026 and Incremental ELM Quest 2 on October 25, 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.*