# Battles of the Ancient World

> Tactical simulation game of ancient historical battles with 18 scenarios. (iPhone/iPad app by Hunted Cow Studios Ltd..)

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- Developer: [Hunted Cow Studios Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/393552288)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Strategy
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.3 · 1.0 GB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-04-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/battles-of-the-ancient-world/id987969501/reviews.md

## What is Battles of the Ancient World?

The 'Battles of the Ancient World' game system is a tactical simulation of some of the greatest and most important battles from ancient history from 1457 B.C. to 451 A.D..  Each of the 18 scenarios available features one of these great battles and players may play as either side.  Each unit in the game represents an actual unit that participated in the battle, each with an actual strength between 250 and 1,200 men.  The map represents the actual terrain over which each battle was fought.  The game in the series has been designed to ensure maximum playability and historical accuracy, in that order.  There are over 100 different units across all the missions, ranging from elite Roman Legionaries, to Persian Scythed Chariots.  Each unit has its own unique ability that you need to take advantage of in order to win each battle.

Key Features:
- 8 Mission Tutorial Campaign.
- 18 Campaign maps.
- All missions, except the tutorial, can be played as both sides.
- 3 levels of difficulty.
- Over 50 Unique Units.
- Detailed Combat Analysis.
- Flank Attacks.
- Strategic Movement.
- Hours of Gameplay.
- Detailed Reference Charts.
- Map Zoom.

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## Key features

- 18 historical battle scenarios
- Over 50 unique units
- 8-mission tutorial campaign
- 3 difficulty levels
- Flank attacks and strategic movement
- Detailed combat analysis

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/battles-of-the-ancient-world/id987969501/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Not Bad but Some Missed Opportunities

*2021-09-22*

While I did have fun with the game itself, I felt there were many missed opportunities regarding scenarios and and certain factions. I found the Egyptian battles quite fun and unique compared to the usual Macedonian and Roman scenarios. I’d honestly be interested in seeing an Ancient Battles game set exclusively in Biblical times (Like, Babylonia and Ancient Egypt, just as examples). 

Overall though not bad.

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2017-11-03*

Game claims to offer 18 maps, lots of scenarios 

In fact there are 3 maps, what there is is ok but you’ve finished with it after one day

Waste of money in my opinion

### 3/5 — Always one step from greatness.

*2017-08-31*

I tried the Cannae battle and had some good fun with it. Usual Hexwar Ancients issues - no real unit facing rules and the maps "just fit" the units on the field.

Hexwar guys - I realize that you're stuck on unit facing rules etc until you go to the C&C Ancients engine - but until then - can you please make your maps with room to maneuver on the flanks?

Fans would be a lot happier to employ maneuver rather than throwing armies directly at each other.  Thanks

### 2/5 — Other games are better

*2016-12-22*

You basically have two armies standing across from each other and despite their elaborate descrption of strategy of each battle the largest army wins no matter what strategy you try to employ.

### 3/5 — Somewhat Disappointed

*2016-04-30*

Don't know what I was thinking. A traditional computerized board game. Charging anything more than $3-4 is over priced in my opinion. Nothing novel or progressive here though seems competently done.

## Frequently asked questions about Battles of the Ancient World

### What historical periods does Battles of the Ancient World cover?

Battles of the Ancient World covers historical battles from 1457 B.C. to 451 A.D., offering a deep dive into ancient warfare.

### How many scenarios are available in Battles of the Ancient World?

The game features 18 distinct scenarios, each representing a significant battle from ancient history, with all but the tutorial missions playable from either side.

### What kind of units can I expect to command?

You can command over 50 unique units, including Roman Legionaries and Persian Scythed Chariots, each with specific strengths and abilities crucial for victory.

### Does Battles of the Ancient World offer different difficulty settings?

Yes, Battles of the Ancient World includes 3 levels of difficulty, allowing players to tailor the challenge to their strategic experience.

### Is Battles of the Ancient World available on multiple devices?

Battles of the Ancient World is supported on both iPhone and iPad, providing a consistent tactical experience across Apple devices.

### How frequently is Battles of the Ancient World updated?

The game was last updated on November 24, 2024, indicating ongoing support and potential for future improvements or content additions.

### What is the age rating for Battles of the Ancient World?

Battles of the Ancient World is rated 12+, making it suitable for players aged 12 and above due to its strategic combat themes.

### Does Battles of the Ancient World have ads?

Yes, Battles of the Ancient World contains advertisements, which are present despite the game being a paid application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.1.0 — 2026-08-22

Counter-Attack now activates the enemy front line and camp defenders as intended. Lake Trasimene now requires 80% enemy losses, Munda gives Julius Caesar greater durability, and Granicus now requires 60% Persian losses alongside the defeat of Memnon.

This update also adds the Unit Roster, improves computer-opponent planning and force coordination, redesigns combat analysis, and corrects formation changes, artillery joins, reinforcement leaders and movement and attack highlights.

### 5.3.0 — 2024-11-24

Various bug fixes

### 5.1.0 — 2024-11-20

Various bug fixes

### 5.0.0 — 2024-11-04

Various bug fixes and performance improvements

### 3.0.2 — 2021-11-09

Fix: Some sound effects not playing following the last update.

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