Banner Saga

Name: Banner Saga
Price: 9.99 USD
Rating: 4.8 (2054 reviews)
Author: Stoic

By: Stoic

Roleplaying

Features & Capabilities

Embark on an epic journey in Banner Saga, a critically acclaimed tactical RPG where strategic choices directly affect your personal story and the world around you. Leave your home and strike out on a desperate journey to save your people, guiding your caravan through stunning environments and brutal Viking clans.

Features include Norse-inspired fantasy, 2D rotoscope animation with an evocative score by Austin Wintory, and real choices with real consequences that shape your path. With over 25 playable characters across 7 classes, strategic combat with permanent repercussions, and recognition from the Geekie Award and Independent Games Festival, Banner Saga delivers a deep, story-driven adventure.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

Stoic

Rating:

4.80

(2,054) 1 new ratings

Version:

1.06 Last updated: 2017-05-01

Version code:

841475688

Creation date:

2014-10-02

Compatible devices:

Size:

1.89GB

Price:

9.99

URLs:

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-04

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Ranking

# 41,036 ▼ 61

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Developed by:

Stoic

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/banner-saga/id911006986

User Reviews

Banner Saga on iOS is lauded for its deep, story-driven narrative, rich art, and tactical depth, offering strong replay value and a clear no-paywall experience. Recurrent criticisms focus on readability (small text), the heavy emphasis on storytelling over traditional RPG gameplay, decisions that can feel unpredictable or ineffectual, and a sense that the game's length doesn’t always justify the price.

Pros

Deep, mature narrative with memorable characters and meaningful consequences
Tactical turn-based combat is approachable yet challenging, with depth
Beautiful art style and atmospheric world-building (Nordic/Viking vibe)
Replayability from branching choices and multiple outcomes
No freemium monetization; no in-app purchases

Cons

Text readability issues due to small font size on iPhone; font size not adjustable
Game feels heavily text-driven with limited interactive gameplay; some reviews describe it as more of a choose-your-own-adventure than a traditional RPG
Decisions and outcomes can feel random or have limited impact on the story
Perceived short length relative to price; the $10 price may not match content length for some players

Recent reviews

It’s just an impressive work. Puts to shame all the other games that try to grind your wallet with freemium BS. No in-app purchases. Just a truly memorable game.

by Ar*****, 2026-01-30

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by 雨机*****, 2026-01-26

Everything about this game is incredible. If you love tactical rpg’s and want to get roped into a story full of beautiful characters and plots, this is for you.