When comparing Mage Gauntlet vs Dungeon Hunter 4, the Slant community recommends Dungeon Hunter 4 for most people. In the question“What are the best ARPGs (action role playing games) on Android?” Dungeon Hunter 4 is ranked 9th while Mage Gauntlet is ranked 21st. The most important reason people chose Dungeon Hunter 4 is:
Dungeon Hunter 4 can be played over a local Wi-Fi network in [co-op](http://www.slant.co/topics/1809/~what-are-the-best-co-op-games-on-android) play.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Master mode
Once the game is beaten, master mode unlocks which has mixed levels and new secret areas.
Pro Robust loot system
Mage gauntlet has a very robust loot system that includes many different armor and weapon sets as well as upgrades for spells.
Pro Unique magic system
The magic system in Mage Gauntlet consists of a limited moveset of four spells that need to be replenished from in world urns, making for a bit of a balancing act of when to use spells in order to get through the tougher parts of each level.
Pro Touch screen controls work great
Like other RocketCat games, the on screen controls are spot on.
Pro Very reminiscent of SNES era games
Mage Gauntlet has the design similar of games such as Chrono Trigger or Secret of Mana, making for a experience full of nostalgia.
Pro Local co-op through Wi-Fi
Dungeon Hunter 4 can be played over a local Wi-Fi network in co-op play.
Pro Nice graphics
Like most Gameloft games the in game graphics and cutscenes are done very well. Some may say, "console quality" graphics.
Pro Fast paced combat that does not lag
Combat generally feels fluid, even with multiple players and enemies on the screen. Something of an achievement for such a graphically demanding game.
Pro Four classes to play with
There are four available classes for the user to choose from that each have their own distinctive gameplay. During play, melee fighters use a dedicated on screen button to perform strikes where ranged fighters have a dual stick control much like a twin stick shooter.
Pro MOGA controller support
Dungeon Hunter 4 features MOGA controller support.
Pro SHIELD games support
Dungeon Hunter 4 features SHIELD games support.
Cons
Con Lacks depth in gameplay
Mage Gauntlet is primarily focused on action-based gameplay and tends to forget many traditional RPG-elements such as upgrading and gathering loot. Mage Gauntlet is filled with corridor fights that aren't ideal for extended play, while boss fights lack variety because they all behave in a similar way.
Con Story is lackluster
While borrowing from many RPG greats from the past, the plot feels a bit derivative while also falling a bit flat. Better writing could have definitely helped flesh out the adventure more.
Con Poor auto save feature
By only saving at odd times Dungeon Hunter 4 leaves room for loss of data.
Con Hobbled gameplay to force purchase of in app purchases
By limiting the amount of potions the player is able to use and forcing an excruciatingly slow replenish time Dungeon hunter 4 has broken the core gameplay in order to force users into spending real money just to fend off these false limitations, which no matter how many times one pays will always come back. It is a never ending cycle of payment just to be able to play the game in any acceptable manner.