Summoners War in IOS

Win battles with your monsters

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Site Score

89/100

Summoners War is the 'gold standard' for a reason. Even years after its release, its core loop remains incredibly compelling. The variety of monsters is staggering, and unlike many other gacha games, the balance is such that even 3-star monsters can be essential for high-level content if built correctly. The strategy isn't just in the button-pressing during battle, but in the weeks of theory-crafting and rune-farming that happen beforehand.

While the grind can be significant, the sense of progression when you finally clear a difficult floor of the Trial of Ascension or climb the ranks in the World Arena is unmatched. The game has received constant updates, keeping the meta fresh and the graphics surprisingly relevant. It is a deep, complex, and rewarding RPG that demands time but pays off in strategic satisfaction.

Reviewed on: Thu Mar 14 2024
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Dinsun Review

Summoners War is a job. If you want to be competitive, you have to leave your phone running for hours a day just to farm runes that probably won't even be good. I respect the depth—the way the elements and skill synergies work is genuinely impressive—but the greed is suffocating. The gacha rates are atrocious, and the power creep is real. It’s a game built for people with too much money and too much time. I can see why people get hooked, but I can't in good conscience say it's 'fun' to spend three months farming a single dungeon just for a 2% stat boost. It’s a treadmill.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Incredible monster variety
  • Complex rune customization
  • Active competitive scene
  • Abysmal gacha pull rates
  • Extreme time commitment required
  • Pay-to-win at high levels

Technical Report

Performance: Well-optimized for long sessions, but battery drain is significant during auto-farming.

Accessibility:
  • Auto-battle system
  • Extensive wiki integration

Audience Fit

Buy if: You love deep strategy, min-maxing stats, and have a lot of patience for grinding.

Skip if: You want a casual RPG or have a gambling problem.

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  • Epic Seven
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Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun
  • Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
  • Playtime: 100 hours
  • Status: Mid-game player

The Game

Available on: Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 9.1.9Tue Apr 14 2026

A global RPG that has captivated Summoners worldwide!

Win battles with your own unique deck and strategy.

- 12th Anniversary Events Update

- New Monster: Dr. Plasma

- New Equipment: Relic

- New Feature: Summon Mileage

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Requires iOS 13.0 and watchOS 4.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Summoners War: Sky Arena

The legendary turn-based strategy RPG with immersive storytelling — loved by over 300 million Summoners worldwide!

Join the spectacular global war alongside over 1,000 Monsters and experience the ultimate strategic fantasy battle.

The more you fight and refine your perfect strategies, the more your Monsters will grow into cherished companions across the Sky Islands.

[Summoners War: Sky Arena]

Official Community: https://www.facebook.com/SummonersWarCom2us/

▶ Game Features

◆ Stunning Action and Infinite Strategy

Experience dynamic battles in a truly different fantasy world!

Utilize 23 types of Rune Sets, each with unique effects,

and build your own strategy to claim victory.

◆ The True Essence of a Collectible RPG: Massive Monster Collection

Fire, Water, Wind, Light, and Dark!

Five attributes and over 1,000 Monsters, each with distinctive skills and styles.

Maximize each Monster’s individuality and craft the ultimate strategy for thrilling victories!

◆ Infinite Possibilities! Upgraded Monster Summoning and Growth

Obtain a guaranteed default 5-star Monster with Summon Mileage that accumulates as you summon.

Power up Monsters with Relics, the new equipment that grants immense strength.

Build the ultimate Monster that stands above the rest!

◆ A World of Endless Adventure and Battle

Village, battle, adventure, collection, growth, and crafting!

Uncover the schemes of dark forces and take down powerful bosses like Dragons and Giants.

Join real-time 3-player raids, awaken new power in the Dimension Hole,

explore Tartarus’ Labyrinth, hunt giant slimes with guildmates,

and engage in intense Guild PvP battles.

◆ Real-Time Global Strategy Battles

Real-time tactical duels that begin with Pick & Ban!

Engage others in Challenge Battle, where victory belongs to strategy with equally provided Monsters.

Compete in the World Arena, the pinnacle of strategic combat,

and prove your mastery on the global stage in the SWC (Summoners War World Championship)!

◆ Fast Growth Support System to Become a Stronger Summoner

Farm efficiently with Ameria's Luck and Scout Battle!

From support quests for new and returning Summoners to special tasks that guarantee a 5-star Monster!

Dive into the world of Summoners War at lightning speed!

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▶ Notice per access permission

Access permissions are requested in order for us to provide you with the following service when you use the app.

[Required]

None

[Optional Access Rights]

- Camera: This is the right to request when using the camera in the in-game profile.

- Photos: This is the right to request when uploading photos from your device to the in-game profile.

- Push Notification: This is the right to request when you want to receive push messages for the game.

- ID for Advertisers: This is the right to request the use of ID for Advertisers (IDFA) for promotion targeting and tracking analysis.

※ You'll be able to enjoy the service except features related to above authorities even if you don't give permission to the above.

▶ How to remove access permissions

After allowing the access permission, you can revoke or modify the access permissions as follows:

- Settings > Privacy > Select the corresponding app > Choose either to enable/disable access

Summoners War is available in 16 different languages:

English, 한국어, 日本語, 中文简体, 中文繁體, Deutsch, Français, Português, Español, Русский, Bahasa Indonesia, Tiếng Việt, Türkçe, العربية, Italiano and ไทย!

Items are available for purchase in this game.

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In-Game Events

12Y Festival! Upgraded Summon!
SPECIAL EVENT
12Y Festival! Upgraded Summon!
Blessing guaranteed for 12-Year Legendary Scrolls!

Summon 5-star Monsters with mileage that builds up as you summon! Also power up Monsters with new growth items!

Starts: 4/13/2026Ends: 5/11/2026
New 5-star Monster Dr. Plasma!
SPECIAL EVENT
New 5-star Monster Dr. Plasma!
Open the path to victory with electric attacks!

Dr. Plasma, a quirky scientist with powerful sparks, is here! Summon with higher chances through Special Summon!

Starts: 4/15/2026Ends: 5/11/2026

Ratings & Reviews

4.2 out of 5 with 42738 Counts
Age Rating 13+

Screenshots

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Summoners War is a genre-defining turn-based strategy RPG that revolves around summoning and evolving a vast array of monsters. As a Summoner, you explore a world under siege, battling through the Sky Arena to prove your strength. The game features deep tactical customisation through its 'Rune' system, allowing you to tailor each monster's stats and abilities to fit your playstyle. With real-time PvP, massive Guild Wars, and epic Raid Bosses, Summoners War offers a comprehensive multiplayer experience that has maintained a massive community for over a decade.

Features

1

Over 1,500 diverse monsters to summon

2

Strategic turn-based combat system

3

Real-time World Arena PvP

4

Complex Rune-based character progression

5

Active global community and eSports scene

Tips

Promotion Videos

Summoners War Official Trailer

Recommended Links

Summoners War Subreddit

The main hub for player discussion and guides.

Community

News on this game

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijwFBVV95cUxQUDRRSkhtb3VjM1NDdWJJOWVSUjJpQWZvb3YxSE5qOUxtNkY1STl2a2Rwa0EtYjlEM3NZOUlSTU1xQkxaT2U1dl9mbHQ2ZW9nbFdwRncyb2VmMk9TX0hQc1UwZDZTVkNiUElhR0FLMmcza003SGlxTkI2SlBTQUtXeDhVNGdSN2wtMmp5ZUl5VQ?oc=5" target="_blank">Com2uS has released a Halloween-themed update for "Summoners War"</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">Vietgame.asia</font>

Vietgame.asia - Fri Oct 23 2015

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Vietgame.asia - Mon Aug 03 2015

Gameplays

Q&A

There is a rock-paper-scissors dynamic: Water beats Fire, Fire beats Wind, and Wind beats Water. Light and Dark are neutral and strong against each other.

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