Hero Emblems is a masterclass in how to blend Match-3 puzzles with deep RPG mechanics. Unlike casual match-3 games, every move here matters; matching Emblems isn't just about points, it's about activating your knight's shield, your mage's spells, or your cleric's heals. The game feels like a traditional JRPG—complete with a charming story and challenging bosses—but with a combat system that is perfectly suited for mobile.
There is no 'energy' limit or predatory microtransactions here; it's a premium experience that respects your time. The difficulty can spike significantly, requiring you to think several moves ahead to set up 'Magic Emblems' for powerful skills. Finding the right balance between offense and defense is key, and the sense of relief after barely surviving a dragon fight with a last-second heal is incredibly rewarding. It remains one of the best RPGs on the App Store.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.07Mon Apr 23 2018
This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.
Optimized for iPhone X.
Match Tiles, Beat' em Up, Adventure – Brand New Experience of Classical JRPG
"Hero Emblems is proof that there’s still room in the market for a great match-3 adventure" - TouchArcade.com (4.5/5 Stars)
"Hero Emblems is a challenging new match-three RPG that you won't be able to put down" - AppAdvice.com (4.5/5 Starts)
"The game is cute, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy." - PocketTactics.com (4/5 Stars)
"Hero Emblems is an old school game packaged for the new school, and it’s awesome" - GamesInAsia.com (8.5/10)
Hero Emblems is a JRPG that mixes “Side-Scrolling beat' em up” and “Match-3” features. Set in the middle-ages fantasy world of sword-fighting and wizardry, it is an adventure of 4 brave warriors who wield different emblem powers and their attempts to stop the re-awakening of the God of Evil.
==Game Features==
►Classical JRPG style adventures
Complete presentation the traditional JRPG world which let you enjoy the fun of the console JRPG experience.
► Unique turn-based battle to offer the beat' em up experience
Launch combo attacks, defense, healing and skills by matching rule.
►Big adventure world map
Bravely traverse into dungeons, wilderness, caves, and cross the ocean to visit the new continents in the fantasy world. In the journey, you will meet different personalities NPC, and visit a variety of village to purchase the new equipments and skills.
►A variety of monsters with different kinds of weakness attributes and attack debuffs
Different Monsters have its own strong/weakness. Some of them would attack with debuffs, such as poisoning, sealing, freezing, petrifying. You have to determine the strategy to attack the weakness of monsters with specific skills and remove the debuffs by matching rules.
►Story-driven quests. Seamless transitions between the battle scene and cutscene let you deeply immerse in the story. CAUTION! NO WARNING ALERT WHEN BOSS ARISES!
►Choose the cross roads of stages!? Choose the fate!? What will the ending be like?
►No IAP! No Ads!
==Background Story==
Three thousand years ago, the ancient God of Evil captured the Shayara Kingdom. In those desperate times, four heroes rose to defeat the God of Evil with all their might. The heroic tales of these 4 heroes have been passed down for generations.
Now, the ancient God of Evil is re-awakening...New generation of heroes, are you ready?
Requires iOS 8.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Match Tiles, Beat' em Up, Adventure – Brand New Experience of Classical JRPG
"Hero Emblems is proof that there’s still room in the market for a great match-3 adventure" - TouchArcade.com (4.5/5 Stars)
"Hero Emblems is a challenging new match-three RPG that you won't be able to put down" - AppAdvice.com (4.5/5 Starts)
"The game is cute, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy." - PocketTactics.com (4/5 Stars)
"Hero Emblems is an old school game packaged for the new school, and it’s awesome" - GamesInAsia.com (8.5/10)
Hero Emblems is a JRPG that mixes “Side-Scrolling beat' em up” and “Match-3” features. Set in the middle-ages fantasy world of sword-fighting and wizardry, it is an adventure of 4 brave warriors who wield different emblem powers and their attempts to stop the re-awakening of the God of Evil.
==Game Features==
►Classical JRPG style adventures
Complete presentation the traditional JRPG world which let you enjoy the fun of the console JRPG experience.
► Unique turn-based battle to offer the beat' em up experience
Launch combo attacks, defense, healing and skills by matching rule.
►Big adventure world map
Bravely traverse into dungeons, wilderness, caves, and cross the ocean to visit the new continents in the fantasy world. In the journey, you will meet different personalities NPC, and visit a variety of village to purchase the new equipments and skills.
►A variety of monsters with different kinds of weakness attributes and attack debuffs
Different Monsters have its own strong/weakness. Some of them would attack with debuffs, such as poisoning, sealing, freezing, petrifying. You have to determine the strategy to attack the weakness of monsters with specific skills and remove the debuffs by matching rules.
►Story-driven quests. Seamless transitions between the battle scene and cutscene let you deeply immerse in the story. CAUTION! NO WARNING ALERT WHEN BOSS ARISES!
►Choose the cross roads of stages!? Choose the fate!? What will the ending be like?
►No IAP! No Ads!
==Background Story==
Three thousand years ago, the ancient God of Evil captured the Shayara Kingdom. In those desperate times, four heroes rose to defeat the God of Evil with all their might. The heroic tales of these 4 heroes have been passed down for generations.
Now, the ancient God of Evil is re-awakening...New generation of heroes, are you ready?










Hero Emblems is an award-winning RPG that replaces traditional turn-based menus with tactical match-3 gameplay. Lead the Night Chasers through a fantasy world, matching Emblems to attack, defend, and heal. Create 'Magic Emblems' by matching 4 or 5 tiles to trigger devastating combos. With a deep equipment system, elemental weaknesses, and epic boss fights, it offers a true RPG experience in a puzzle format.
Pure Premium Experience (No IAPs)
Strategic Match-3 Combat
Charming JRPG Storyline
Deep Elemental System
Challenging Multi-Stage Bosses
Always check a boss's status bar. If they are about to use a massive attack, prioritize matching Shield (Blue) Emblems to minimize damage, even if it means skipping an attack.
Seven and a half years ago, the original Hero Emblems was released on the App Store. Just under six years ago, its sequel was formally...
TouchArcade - Mon Sep 11 2023
Developer HeatPot has released a surprise major update for Hero Emblems 2 that finally released on iOS last June.
TouchArcade - Tue Mar 11 2025
Taiwanese indie studio HeatPot Games has released its turn-based, tile-matching JRPG Hero Emblems on iOS. You can purchase it on the App...
Siliconera - Mon Apr 11 2016
Match four emblems in a row to create a skill emblem. Match five to create a super emblem that, when swapped, clears all emblems of that type and triggers a massive hero ability.
Yes, Hero Emblems II is also available on the App Store with updated graphics and new heroes.