# DRAGON QUEST V vs Neverwinter Nights

The clearest difference is rating: DRAGON QUEST V at 4.5 against Neverwinter Nights's 4.0. DRAGON QUEST V also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and review sentiment (76% vs 61%). Neverwinter Nights's advantage is update cadence (every 7 months vs every 31 months). On ratings volume, ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

DRAGON QUEST V costs $8.99 and Neverwinter Nights $9.99 up front. Neverwinter Nights sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. DRAGON QUEST V asks for nothing beyond the download.

DRAGON QUEST V holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 201 and 259 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of DRAGON QUEST V's written reviews are positive against 61% of Neverwinter Nights's.

DRAGON QUEST V ships an update every 31 months, Neverwinter Nights every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DRAGON QUEST V | Neverwinter Nights |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$8.99** | $9.99 |
| Rating | **[4.5 (201 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dragon-quest-v/id933113994/reviews)** | [4.0 (259 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neverwinter-nights/id1466096721/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 201 | **259** |
| Positive reviews | **76.4% of reviews** | 61.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 31 months | **Every 7 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | #65 | **#60** |
| Size | 501 MB | 2.8 GB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [SQUARE ENIX Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/300186801) | [Overhaul Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/869400201) |

## What reviewers say

### DRAGON QUEST V

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dragon-quest-v/id933113994)

**Currently charting:** #65 Top Paid · Role Playing (US App Store)

Embark on a multi-generational epic RPG adventure spanning three lifetimes. Recruit monsters to join your party, converse with companions, and explore a vast world with 360-degree views. Enjoy a wealth of mini-games and intuitive controls designed for mobile.

**Highlights:** Multi-generational story, Recruit monsters as allies, Party chat function, 360-degree camera views, AI-controlled battles, In-game casino and mini-games, Intuitive mobile controls

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fantastic game
- 👍 Great story and characters
- 🎨 Beautiful graphics
- 💎 One of the best in the series
- 📱 Plays well on mobile

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Lack of landscape mode
- 🎮 No controller support
- 💾 Unreliable cloud sync
- 🔇 No background audio support

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes when rotating camera
- Accidental app switcher activation
- Progression-blocking bugs
- Missing sound when device is on silent
- Inconsistent translation quality

**Requested features**

- Add landscape mode
- Implement controller support
- Allow background audio playback
- Improve cloud save functionality
- Optimize performance for newer devices


### Neverwinter Nights

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neverwinter-nights/id1466096721)

**Currently charting:** #60 Top Paid · Role Playing, #111 Top Paid · Adventure (US App Store)

Embark on a classic Dungeons & Dragons role-playing adventure with over 100 hours of gameplay. Explore the original campaign and six free DLC adventures, either solo or with friends across various platforms. Enjoy enhanced graphics and a re-engineered UI for mobile devices.

**Highlights:** Classic D&D RPG gameplay, 100+ hours of content, Six free DLC adventures, Cross-platform multiplayer, Re-engineered UI for mobile, Improved graphics with adjustable options

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kingmaker | Free | one-time |
| Shadowguard | Free | one-time |
| Witch's Wake | Free | one-time |
| Adventure Pack | Free | one-time |
| Wyvern Crown of Cormyr | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pirates of the Sword Coast | $2.99 | one-time |
| Infinite Dungeons | $2.99 | one-time |
| Heroes of Neverwinter | $2.99 | one-time |
| Darkness Over Daggerford | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tyrants of the Moonsea | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Faithful port of the classic game
- 🚀 Runs well on older devices
- 👍 Brings back nostalgic memories
- 🚀 Impressive amount of content

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes when learning spells
- 🐛 Multiplayer issues with CD key
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🔍 Cluttered UI, small text
- 🐛 Inability to install premium modules

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when saving game
- Companions/summons behaving erratically
- Inventory and loot management issues
- Pathfinding and character movement problems
- Incompatibility with certain iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Controller support
- Improved camera controls
- Chinese language support
- Ability to move UI elements
- Autosave and backup save options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DRAGON QUEST V free?

DRAGON QUEST V costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Neverwinter Nights free?

Neverwinter Nights costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DRAGON QUEST V or Neverwinter Nights?

DRAGON QUEST V is rated higher. DRAGON QUEST V averages 4.5 out of 5 from 201 ratings, while Neverwinter Nights averages 4.0 from 259 ratings.

### Do DRAGON QUEST V or Neverwinter Nights have ads?

Neither DRAGON QUEST V nor Neverwinter Nights shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DRAGON QUEST V or Neverwinter Nights?

DRAGON QUEST V ships an update every 31 months, and Neverwinter Nights every 7 months. Most recently, DRAGON QUEST V was updated on September 25, 2026 and Neverwinter Nights on September 23, 2026.

### Which is more popular, DRAGON QUEST V or Neverwinter Nights?

DRAGON QUEST V currently peaks at #65 in the App Store charts, and Neverwinter Nights at #60. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*