Heroes vs Hordes: Survival RPG in IOS

Survive Waves, Claim the Loot!

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Our Site Score

89/100

Heroes vs Hordes: Survival RPG is one of the most robust roguelite survivors on the market. It successfully moves away from the 'idle' trend, demanding active movement and strategic positioning to survive the relentless monster waves of Midlantica. The progression system is massive, with over 100 heroes and weapons to unlock, each offering unique synergies that make every run feel like a new puzzle to solve.

The game excels in its variety of modes. From the standard campaign to the competitive weekend arenas and guild missions, there is always a reason to log in. The 'The Bard' update is a great example of the developer's commitment to fresh gameplay mechanics, introducing sound-based combat that feels distinct from the usual sword-and-sorcery fare. It’s a grindy but incredibly rewarding experience for fans of the genre.

Reviewed on: Wed Feb 25 2026
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Dinsun Review

Everyone and their grandmother is making a 'survivor' game these days, and Heroes vs. Hordes is exactly that. It doesn't hide its inspiration. You move with one thumb, avoid the red circles, and pick upgrades. It’s a proven loop, and to be fair, the fantasy setting is well-realized. The heroes look good and the sense of power progression is satisfying when you finally get a build that clears the whole screen.

But this is where it loses me: the grind. After the first few hours, the difficulty curve hits a wall that is clearly designed to make you buy gems or energy. It turns a fun arcade experience into a spreadsheet of gear scores and timers. If you have the discipline to ignore the shop, it’s a decent time-killer, but it lacks the pure, unburdened fun of the original games that started this trend. It’s polished, but it feels cynical.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Satisfying power-up loops
  • Nice variety of heroes and abilities
  • Solid boss encounters
  • Aggressive pay-to-progress mechanics
  • Highly derivative of Vampire Survivors
  • Significant grind in the late game

Technical Report

Performance: Can struggle with frame rate when hundreds of enemies and projectiles are on screen; requires a modern device for a smooth experience.

Accessibility:
  • Auto-Aim
  • One-Handed Mode

Audience Fit

Buy if: You love the Survivor genre and want a more 'traditional RPG' feel with gear and heroes.

Skip if: You hate grindy progression and heavy microtransactions.

Similar Games:
  • Vampire Survivors
  • Survivor.io
  • Brotato

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun
  • Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
  • Playtime: 25 hours
  • Status: Level 40

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 11.2.0Fri Aug 28 2026

GREEK MYTHOLOGY RETURNS

Update 11.2.0 prepares the way for the Greek Mythology Storyline Event, beginning September 3.

• Unlock Medusa with the Storyline Pass

• Add Ares, the God of War, to your team

• Take flight with the legendary Pegasus

• Discover a devastating new weapon

• Fight alongside Zeus against Pyros and Cyclops

• Get another chance to collect Zeus, Poseidon, and Cerberus

Update now and prepare to defend Olympus!


Heroes vs. Hordes: Survival RPG is the ultimate battle for survival in Midlantica, a fantasy world on the edge of annihilation. Heroes rise from every faction to face the relentless Horde — an ancient evil pouring through rifts between realms. Only your strategy, your upgrades, and your Heroes can hold back the darkness.

Survive the Horde

Endless enemies swarm the battlefield. With one-hand controls and real-time combat, every run is a test of reflexes and strategy. No idle auto-play — every dodge and upgrade is your choice.

Deep Strategy, Custom Builds

Over 100 heroes, weapons, and skills to unlock and master. Create unique loadouts, discover devastating synergies, and adapt each run to your playstyle — from armored tanks to explosive spellcasters.

Endless Progression

Loot, level, and upgrade with every fight. Heroes evolve, weapons forge into legendaries, and your squad grows stronger with each battle. The grind never ends — and neither does the thrill of mastery.

Explore the World of Midlantica

Journey through cursed forests, frozen wastelands, and arcane battlefields. Each chapter brings new enemies, hidden treasures, and epic boss encounters with unique attack patterns.

Multiple Game Modes

• Campaign – Roguelite progression through story chapters and bosses

• Adventure – Monthly 30-day events with exclusive heroes and weapons

• Arena – Competitive weekend arenas with unique upgrade resources

• Boss Brawl & Hero Clash – League challenges against rival players and titanic bosses

• Guild Missions – Team up with allies to fight hordes and earn rewards

Play with the Community

Join millions of players around the world. Share builds, climb leaderboards, and push further with your guild. Heroes vs. Hordes isn’t just a game — it’s a squad.

Why Players Love Heroes vs. Hordes

• 100+ unlockable heroes, weapons, and skills

• Endless waves of enemies and epic boss fights

• Strategy-driven roguelite progression

• Monthly events and fresh content

• Built for community with guilds, leaderboards, and co-op missions

Midlantica’s fate rests in your hands. Can you outlast the endless horde and become a legend? Download Heroes vs. Hordes today and begin your fight.

Stay Connected

Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/heroesvshordes

Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/heroesvshordes

Follow us on X: x.com/heroesvhordes

Join the conversation on Discord: Heroes vs. Hordes Official Server

Supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action as part of the federal funding for video games.


Requires iOS 15.2 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Greek Mythology returns September 3! Unlock Medusa, Ares, and Pegasus, and get another chance to collect Zeus, Poseidon, and Cerberus.

Heroes vs. Hordes: Survival RPG is the ultimate battle for survival in Midlantica, a fantasy world on the edge of annihilation. Heroes rise from every faction to face the relentless Horde — an ancient evil pouring through rifts between realms. Only your strategy, your upgrades, and your Heroes can hold back the darkness.

Survive the Horde

Endless enemies swarm the battlefield. With one-hand controls and real-time combat, every run is a test of reflexes and strategy. No idle auto-play — every dodge and upgrade is your choice.

Deep Strategy, Custom Builds

Over 100 heroes, weapons, and skills to unlock and master. Create unique loadouts, discover devastating synergies, and adapt each run to your playstyle — from armored tanks to explosive spellcasters.

Endless Progression

Loot, level, and upgrade with every fight. Heroes evolve, weapons forge into legendaries, and your squad grows stronger with each battle. The grind never ends — and neither does the thrill of mastery.

Explore the World of Midlantica

Journey through cursed forests, frozen wastelands, and arcane battlefields. Each chapter brings new enemies, hidden treasures, and epic boss encounters with unique attack patterns.

Multiple Game Modes

• Campaign – Roguelite progression through story chapters and bosses

• Adventure – Monthly 30-day events with exclusive heroes and weapons

• Arena – Competitive weekend arenas with unique upgrade resources

• Boss Brawl & Hero Clash – League challenges against rival players and titanic bosses

• Guild Missions – Team up with allies to fight hordes and earn rewards

Play with the Community

Join millions of players around the world. Share builds, climb leaderboards, and push further with your guild. Heroes vs. Hordes isn’t just a game — it’s a squad.

Why Players Love Heroes vs. Hordes

• 100+ unlockable heroes, weapons, and skills

• Endless waves of enemies and epic boss fights

• Strategy-driven roguelite progression

• Monthly events and fresh content

• Built for community with guilds, leaderboards, and co-op missions

Midlantica’s fate rests in your hands. Can you outlast the endless horde and become a legend? Download Heroes vs. Hordes today and begin your fight.

Stay Connected

Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/heroesvshordes

Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/heroesvshordes

Follow us on X: x.com/heroesvhordes

Join the conversation on Discord: Heroes vs. Hordes Official Server

Supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action as part of the federal funding for video games.

IGRS Rating: 13+


In-Game Events

Guild Wars
MAJOR UPDATE
Guild Wars
Unite your guild. Win the war.

Complete shared quests, win weekly wars, climb the ranks, and earn rewards.

Starts: 8/20/2026Ends: 9/3/2026
Champions of Fate
SPECIAL EVENT
Champions of Fate
Draw Magneta and 11 returning heroes!

Earn tickets in events and draw from 12 heroes. Add Magneta and returning favorites to your collection!

Starts: 8/3/2026Ends: 9/3/2026
Cave Diver Adventure
MAJOR UPDATE
Cave Diver Adventure
Recruit Cave Diver in Adventure!

Recruit Cave Diver, command glowing cave bats, and earn resources to upgrade your weapons!

Starts: 8/25/2026Ends: 9/23/2026
Siege & Savagery
SPECIAL EVENT
Siege & Savagery
Lead the orcs into battle

Spin for Orc Warrior, Warlord, the mighty Ballista weapon, and more rewards.

Starts: 8/28/2026Ends: 9/3/2026
Strings & Shadows
SPECIAL EVENT
Strings & Shadows
Pull the strings of dark magic

Spin for Dark Mage, Puppeteer, the Echo weapon, and many more rewards.

Starts: 8/30/2026Ends: 9/5/2026

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5 with 33495 Counts
Age Rating 13+

Screenshots

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Heroes vs. Hordes: Survival RPG is a roguelite action game where players fight to save the world of Midlantica. Choose from warriors, mages, and assassins to face real-time survival battles. The game features deep strategy with custom builds, legendary weapon forging, and multiple modes including Campaign, Arena, and Guild Missions. Monthly events keep the content fresh with new heroes and challenges.

Features

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Real-time roguelite survival combat

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100+ unlockable heroes and weapons

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Deep skill synergy and custom builds

4

Competitive Arena and Guild modes

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Regular monthly live events

Tips

Promotion Videos

Heroes vs. Hordes (by Swift Games UG) IOS Gameplay Video (HD) - YouTube

Related Videos

Recommended Links

Heroes vs Hordes on App Store

Main download page and update history.

Store

News on this game

Heroes vs. Hordes: Survivor by Swift Games UG

Defeat hordes of mighty enemies using powerful weapons and spells. Take control of legendary heroes, equip the best weapon and defeat the Hordes - vampires,...

AppAdvice - Sat Nov 02 2024

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Q&A

No, the game focuses on active gameplay where every dodge and upgrade decision is made by the player.

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