# Vigil RPG > Solo hero turn-based RPG Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id911657250](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id911657250) ## Overview - **ID:** `id911657250` - **Platform:** Apple - **Type:** Apple app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Jonathan Schneider - **Category:** Roleplaying - **Rating:** 4.40 / 5 (32 ratings) - **Version:** 3.0.6 - **Last updated:** 2024-07-02 - **First published:** 2014-11-12 - **Size:** 124 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-22 - **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/vigil-rpg/id911657250) - **Website:** [http://aggromagnetgames.com](http://aggromagnetgames.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://aggromagnetgames.com/privacy-policy.html](https://aggromagnetgames.com/privacy-policy.html) ## Description One of the 10 best JRPGs available on iOS! -TouchArcade.com Now celebrating 10 years on the App Store: 2014-2024! Vigil RPG is a single-player, 8-bit-style, premium RPG, where *every* battle — not just boss fights — is quick, yet has interesting decision-making. Be a solo hero on a quest to discover the hidden cause behind the sudden appearance of marauding bands of goblins and monsters! Vigil RPG is the ideal pocket-size turn-based RPG, by incorporating features that you may come to wish that every mobile game had: • Created by a one-person development team with a design goal of maximum FUN — not maximum monetization! Vigil RPG has no ads (even before you buy!), premium currencies, stamina timers, or even "leave a review!" nags. If a feature doesn't add fun, then it didn't make the cut. • Meaningful decision-making in every combat — even vs. non-boss enemies! Every enemy has unique attack patterns and "tells" for a clever player to overcome. Healing is hard to come by outside of town, so employing efficient battle strategy is important and rewarding. • Fast turn-based combat! Select an action and launch each combat round in a single tap — no menus to navigate through. Each round takes about one second to play out. Zip through battles quickly against easy enemies; take your time to consider your strategy vs. tougher foes. Vigil RPG respects your time! • No annoying tropes common to console-port RPGs: No imprecise on-screen virtual joystick; just tap your destination to move. No save points, or manual saving; your progress is continually auto-saved -- even mid-battle! • No Internet connection required! Aside from a one-time in-app purchase to unlock the full game (after the generous free demo), you could play from start to closing credits in Airplane Mode! • Unlike many other mobile games, doesn't unduly drain your phone's battery! Vigil RPG is 100% implemented in Apple's native Objective-C and Swift programming languages — no bulky 3rd-party frameworks used! VIGIL RPG SPECIAL 10TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION - Huge v3.0 free update! • Vigil RPG is now free-to-try! Play through several quests before unlocking the full game with a single in-app purchase! No ads after -- OR BEFORE -- you buy! • Challenge HONOR MODE! Inspired by a certain awesome hit 2023 AAA RPG -- okay, fine, it's Baldur's Gate 3 -- you can now opt in to this challenging new mode, featuring even more difficult bosses, and PERMADEATH! • Bo the Bartender has even more new advice, commentary, and humor for you! Tap him at the tavern for more tips! • Reworked several normal enemies to be more fun to battle! The Armored Goblin now really doesn't like it if you bypass his shield block with LIGHTNING, for one! • Local high scores for quests! Challenge your best times from prior playthroughs! • Beautiful high resolution support for all iPhone and iPad sizes, from iPhone SE to the 13" iPad Pro! (Runs on your Apple Silicon chip Mac, too -- but Vigil RPG is best enjoyed as an iPhone game!) ## Rankings - #210,811 — Overall ## Review summary Vigil RPG is a compact, turn-based RPG that blends simple controls with strategic depth. It delivers a nostalgic, old-school feel, tight turn-based combat, and strong replayability, all in a mobile-friendly package that fits short breaks or longer sessions. Reviewers praise the accessible learning curve, the merit of efficient turn optimization, and the solo-developer quality, while noting occasional concerns about customization options or the retro presentation. ### Pros - Easy to learn yet deep strategy that rewards efficient play and planning. - Nostalgic, old-school RPG vibe with straightforward, retro graphics that fit mobile play. - Engaging turn-based combat that rewards recognizing monster patterns and planning around turn counts, with strong replayability. - Great for short play sessions and one-handed play on the go. - Well-crafted by a solo developer with ongoing updates and a reasonable price. ## Similar extensions and apps - [QuestLord](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id510864423) — 4.60 / 5 - [Loot Hero - RPG Grind Runner](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id927833793) — 3.90 / 5 - [Legend of Grimrock](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id965096605) — 4.60 / 5 - [QuickRogue](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1078480152) — 4.70 / 5 - [Moonlight Quest: Idle RPG](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1498879698) — 4.40 / 5 - [Swordy Quest: An RPG Adventure](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1446641513) — 4.60 / 5 - [TotAL RPG: Offline Epic Action](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1256024818) — 4.50 / 5 - [Dungeon: Age of Heroes](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1524184858) — 4.50 / 5 - [Simple RPG - Idle Tap Tapper!](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1489959334) — 4.70 / 5 - [Dungeons & Such](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id351939099) — 4.70 / 5 - [Grim Quest - Old School RPG](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1539930489) — 4.80 / 5 - [Adventure To Fate Lost Island](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6450016324) — 4.80 / 5 --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id911657250)