Shadow Fight 3
Shadow Fight 3: A story-led fighting RPG with faction styles, gear collection and controller support. Ranked #35 of 90 in Free iPad Games by our editors (6.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for single-player fighting with controller support.
At a glance
- Editor score6.0 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forSingle-player fighting with controller support
- Free planYes
- In-app purchasesYes
- Facts checked5 Oct 2026
Where it wins
- Story campaign pairs faction choices with boss battles.
- Three fighting styles and gear sets support hero customization.
- Supports compatible PlayStation, Xbox and MFi controllers.
Where it doesn't
- Requires an internet connection, so it is not suited to offline play.
- No multiplayer; duels are against AI-controlled hero versions.
- Optional in-app purchases accompany the free download.
Our verdict on Shadow Fight 3
Shadow Fight 3 is a free-to-play 3D action fighting RPG for iPad, aimed at players who want a single-player campaign with character customization. Its story includes faction choices, side activities and boss battles. Players choose among three faction-based fighting styles and build a hero by changing appearance and collecting weapons and armor. The iPad version requires iPadOS 15.0 or later and an internet connection, so it suits connected play rather than sessions away from a network.
Progression and combat are tied to collecting equipment: weapon and armor sets can provide bonuses, while themed events offer gear and cosmetic rewards. Duels pit players against AI-controlled versions of other players’ heroes, and a regional TOP-100 leaderboard adds a competitive comparison. These features extend the solo focus without making the game multiplayer. Compatible PlayStation, Xbox or MFi controllers are supported, which may suit players who prefer physical controls for fighting over touch input.
The game is free to download and has optional in-app purchases. That makes it accessible to try, but buyers should account for purchases as part of its freemium model. Choose Shadow Fight 3 if you want a connected, story-driven fighting game with faction styles, equipment collection and controller support. Look elsewhere if offline access or direct multiplayer is essential: the game requires an internet connection, and its listed duels are against AI rather than other players in multiplayer matches.
Shadow Fight 3 pricing
Shadow Fight 3 fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| In-app purchases | Yes |
| Genre | Action |
| Multiplayer | No |
| Offline play | No |
| Controller support | Yes |
| Minimum iPadOS | 15.0 |
| Deployment | Mobile |
| Platforms | iOS, Android |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | shadowfight3.com |
| Facts checked | 5 Oct 2026 |
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