I'M Dead vs Blade War
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
I'M Dead
Manage a village in the afterlife, recruit and train unique heroes, and explore the Nine Circles of Hell. This game blends town management with RPG elements, offering a fresh take on the afterlife with charming pixel art.
- Town management and village building
- Hero recruitment and progression
- Resource gathering and crafting
- Exploration of Hell's circles
- Pixel art graphics
- Hunting Zone Swipe System
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I Became a CEO... in Hell?! Life in Hell is busier than life on Earth - and somehow, even more addictive! Recruit unique heroes, build a village in Limbo, and manage everything from production to hunting. Construct buildings, craft perfumes, cook delicious food, brew healing potions, and gather resources to help your heroes grow stronger. There's always something to do in Hell! GAME FEATURES The Perfect Blend of Town Management and RPG Build and expand your village in Limbo. Design and customize your village however you like. Gather resources through production and village development to support your heroes on their hunting adventures. Recruit and Raise Unique Heroes No matter who they were in life, heroes arrive in Limbo with new appearances, classes, and rarities. Summon heroes aboard the ferry and strengthen them through skill upgrades, awakenings, and class advancements. Craft exclusive weapons and armor to create the ultimate team. Explore the Nine Circles of Hell with a Single Swipe Experience the unique Hunting Zone Swipe System! Swipe to move seamlessly between hunting areas. Challenge powerful regional bosses every three stages and earn exclusive accessories and rare crafting materials. Charming and Detailed Pixel Art Hell isn't just a place of terror. Immerse yourself in the beautifully crafted pixel-art world of Limbo, a unique afterlife realm. Heroes, monsters, and villages come to life through vibrant pixel animations. Recommended For Players Who... Love idle RPGs but want something more. Enjoy both management simulation and character progression. Are looking for an RPG with a fresh world setting. This isn't just another monster-grinding RPG. And it's more than just a cute town-building simulator. Step into the captivating afterlife world of Limbo! Start a brand-new life after death and build your very own Hell! -- "I'm Dead: hello, Limbo" includes an auto-renewable subscription product, “Mammon’s Blessing.” Subscription period: 1 month Subscription price: US$ 18.99 / month iOS subscription Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy Policy: https://buly.kr/5fEsVLN Official game community: https://discord.gg/4sTqDnkeZR
Blade War
Lead refugees and heroes to build a thriving town on a frozen frontier. Manage resources, assign roles, and develop your settlement. Strategize with hero abilities and form alliances to survive the harsh winter.
- Rescue and shelter refugees
- Idle resource gathering and earning
- Farming and town construction
- Hero skill planning and pairing
- Alliance system for cooperation
- Town development and expansion
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A bitter frost has swept across the Three Kingdoms, and now, a new story awaits your touch! As a kindhearted lord, open your gates to wandering refugees and team up with the free SSR hero Diao Chan. Together, you'll set out on a heartwarming journey, spark the fire of hope, and build a cozy, bustling town on the frozen frontier of the ancient world! Rescue & Shelter: Give Warmth, Gain Strength Refugees brave the blizzard seeking a home. Welcome them in, light a bonfire, and give them a place to belong! Each new face brings unique talents — assign them roles, and watch your frozen village blossom into a warm, thriving town! Idle & Earn: Constant Rewards Set your people to chop wood, forge tools, and stockpile supplies with one tap, then come back to a pile of goods ready for your next big expansion — all stress-free. Sow & Build: From Frozen Fields to Cozy Homes Clear the snow, till the soil, and plant your first crops on the icy land! Harvest fresh produce to feed your people, then gather wood and stone to build warm cottages, lively workshops, and grand halls. Every seed you sow and every roof you raise brings new life to your little town! Plan & Pair: Heroic Combos All heroes share the same level, so you can upgrade and swap without the grind. Mix and match their skills for ultimate combos to protect your people from the cold and beyond! Unite & Prosper: Shared Warmth Join an alliance to share supplies, lend a hand in the snow, and grow together. Neighbors helping neighbors — that's how we survive the frost and thrive as one!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Blade War at none against I'M Dead's shown. Blade War also leads on review sentiment (63% vs 38%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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
Both are free to download. I'M Dead sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Blade War sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for I'M Dead against 4.7 for Blade War. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 48 and 80 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 38% of I'M Dead's written reviews are positive against 63% of Blade War's.
I'M Dead ships an update every 5 days, Blade War weekly. Both last shipped on November 13, 2026.
| Parameter | I'M Dead | Blade War |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (48 ratings) | 4.7 (80 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 37.9% of reviews | 62.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 48 | 80 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Weekly |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 466 MB | 714 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | NADDIC GAMES Co Ltd. | EVISTA PTE. LTD. |
Customer experience
I'M Dead
Blade War
In-app purchases
I'M Dead
- First Purchase Package$0.99
- Step-up 1 Package$1.19
- enhance-package$3.49
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- Starter Package$4.99
- gluttony_pack$5.99
- Step-up 2 Package$5.99
- Hero Summon Package$11.99
- Integrated Membership$18.99
- SUPREME Guaranteed Package$19.99
- Global Launch Package$59.99
Blade War
- Hot Package 1$0.99
- Hot Package 2$1.99
- Hot Package 3$2.99
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- Hot Package 4$3.99
- Hot Package 5$4.99
- Hot Package 8$7.99
- Hot Package 10$9.99
- Hot Package 14$19.99
- Hot Package 18$49.99
- Hot Package 19$99.99









