# Frozen Synapse - GameClub — The Tactical Combat Simulator > Cyberpunk tactical combat simulator with turn-based planning and real-time execution. (iPhone/iPad app by GameClub.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frozen-synapse-gameclub/id634991828 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [GameClub](https://appshunter.io/developer/1339587139) - Category: Games, Entertainment, Simulation, Strategy - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.20/5 from 73 App Store ratings · 185 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 9+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 286 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2013-05-16 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: subscription - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frozen-synapse-gameclub/id634991828/reviews.md ## What is Frozen Synapse? Enter a bleak cyberpunk future where a small resistance struggles against an oppressive regime with the freedom of humankind at stake. You're a commander who has to issue orders to his soldiers in order to claim victory over the enemy. Battles move fast, but you'll experience them a few seconds at a time. Plan your moves carefully, give your orders, and watch how things play out. The enemy will also be making its moves, so you'll have to consider every possibility to keep your people safe. Play through a challenging campaign where the AI will dog your every step. Can you lead the resistance to victory against seemingly insurmountable odds? Looking for a little less commitment? Try out the Instant Skirmish mode to jump right into the action. Of course, the real challenge comes from taking on a human opponent. Play online with cross-platform multiplayer or in hotseat mode and see whose tactics reign supreme. With countless map variations, you'll find fresh challenges to test your strategies around every corner. Prove you have the superior synapses! Think Carefully: You have all the time in the world to plan the actions of your soldiers, but once the turn starts you can only watch things play out. Guide Every Move: It's up to you to decide where each soldier goes, how fast they move, and how they react to any enemies they see. You even control how they stand and which way they're looking. Total control, total responsibility. A Challenging Campaign: Assume the role of a resistance commander and battle against an oppressive government regime. Strike a blow for freedom! Multiplayer Battles: Go online and test your wits against another human, or challenge a friend on one device with the hotseat mode. Who is the superior commander? Fight in Style: Stylish minimalistic visuals are backed by a pulse-pounding soundtrack that will put you in the mood for some serious tactical action! ************************************************** GameClub is a subscription mobile gaming service. 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Terms of Use: gameclub.io/terms Privacy Policy: gameclub.io/privacy _________ If you have any questions, please contact us at support@gameclub.io Facebook: facebook.com/gameclub Twitter: twitter.com/gameclub Thank you! ## Key features - Turn-based tactical planning - Real-time execution of orders - Challenging campaign mode - Instant Skirmish mode - Online multiplayer - Hotseat multiplayer - Cross-platform multiplayer ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | GameClub Unlimited with Trial | $4.99 | per month | | GameClub Unlimited | $4.99 | per month | | GameClub Unlimited | $4.99 | per month | | GameClub Unlimited | $24.99 | per year | | GameClub Unlimited | $49.99 | per year | | GameClub Unlimited | $24.99 | per year | | GameClub Unlimited | $49.99 | per year | ## What do users think of Frozen Synapse? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 🚀 Excellent tactical gameplay - 🎨 Unique cyberpunk aesthetic - 🎶 Great soundtrack - 💻 Cross-platform play with PC - 🎮 Challenging and rewarding strategy **Cons** - 🤔 Steep learning curve - 🤖 Frustrating AI behavior - 🔍 Lack of interactive tutorial - 💰 Expensive for a mobile game - 🔌 High battery consumption **Commonly reported bugs** - Crashes on startup - Invisible/unresponsive UI elements - Sync issues with campaign progress **Most requested features** - Difficulty settings - More customization options - Improved tutorial and onboarding - Notifications for turn-based multiplayer - Support for larger team sizes ## Recent user reviews (10 of 185) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frozen-synapse-gameclub/id634991828/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Too bad you have to have a monthly subscription *2023-12-12* I bought this game on steam when it first released there many years ago on my PC. Since then I no longer have a pc and was thrilled to be able to buy it on iOS, but the thrill was quickly erased when I found out that you have to have a monthly subscription to play it, and you can’t just pay once to get it. You play turn by turn as you try to kill targets, rescue ppl, reach goals etc, but you only see what the units see as they see it. So it’s kinda like a turn based FPS. With different weapons and equipment (if I remember correctly), and people, to customize as you progress. If memory serves me correctly the soundtrack is pretty decent too for the game. If you like good thinking and precise action strategy type games you will love it, as long as you also like a little parasite(aka subscription) eating slowly away at your money. It’s a shame too, cuz this was a great game I wouldn’t have even thought twice about having to buy it again for my phone after already buying it on my old pc. I don’t get why they can’t have a subscription to their library of all their games for ppl who want to do that, but also have an option for ppl who want to just buy individual games and pay once for each game, oh well, their loss. ### 1/5 — Please FIx the RED campaign CRASH *2023-10-03* Every time I select red campaign now the game immediately crashes on the iPad 2017. Can you please fix this it’s been months. Unplayable. Update Oct 2023 After a year the red campaign is still unplayable. They refuse to respond to emails. No reply. Game club is a scam. Ps I paid full price for this game before game club bought it and ruined it. ### 3/5 — Please FIx the RED campaign CRASH *2023-07-15* Every time I select red campaign now the game immediately crashes on the iPad 2017. Can you please fix this it’s been months. Unplayable. ### 5/5 — Like this game *2023-03-16* The best strategy game I have ever seen. But also the hardest game , really enjoy the process of thinking ### 5/5 — Frozen Synapse *2022-01-20, version 1.2.20* Fantastically tactical. PROS: Simple user interface. Graphical representation is spot on, the game is about urban combat tactics, not eye candy, SO refreshing. Physics is accurate enough to give a sense of reality. Challenging AI. Unlimited replay ability with random map generation. CONS: Inability to traverse windows. No pistol weapons. No hand grenades. (Grenade launcher weapon only) No wounds. REALLY enjoy this game, plays very well on my iPad Pro. ### 1/5 — Utter shame *2021-02-17, version 1.2.19* Complete and utter shame I have to pay £5 a month to play my favourite game. I own this on PC and I wanted to see if I could play it on the go. Turns out I can, except I’d have to pay monthly for the ability to do so. I have no interest in the other games and find it insulting that I cannot pay for this game outright. Surely the option to buy the games you like (ala gamepass) is more profitable? I guess not. ### 2/5 — Won’t work; IN GAME Action menu; dragged down *2020-07-06* The game won’t let me use the action buttons at the bottom of the screen; it seems the menu for the actions in game is dragged down, not letting me access the PRIME, action; I can press delete; but I can barely see the button. I am using an iPhone se Please fix this; will improve stars . **Developer response:** Thank you so much for bringing this to our attention — we'll take a closer look at the layout on the iPhone SE and investigate. We're on the case! ### 1/5 — Kind of scummy.. *2020-06-04* I’ve already bought this game years ago and now I have to pay a subscription to play it? Never seen this before ... **Developer response:** Everyone who bought this game prior to this update will continue to have full access to the game without starting a subscription. It sounds like this free upgrade benefit did not work for you — please write us at support@gameclub.io to get it straightened out. ### 5/5 — Please add support to iOS11 *2017-09-25* Please add support to iOS 11 - this is my whole time favorite iPad game. Or would you at least let us know if the fix wil come, thanks! ### 4/5 — good game, plz update icon *2016-08-13, version 1.2.2* a little complicate to play, strategic good game . but the icon on ipad is horrible, plz update to retina icon, ok? ## Frequently asked questions about Frozen Synapse ### What kind of game is Frozen Synapse? Frozen Synapse is a tactical combat simulator set in a cyberpunk future. It features turn-based planning where you issue detailed orders to your soldiers, followed by a real-time execution phase where you watch the actions unfold. ### What are the main game modes available? The game offers a challenging campaign mode where you lead a resistance against an oppressive regime. For quicker play, there's an Instant Skirmish mode. You can also engage in multiplayer battles against human opponents online or locally via hotseat mode. ### How does the GameClub subscription work? GameClub is a subscription service that provides access to this game and others with no limits, ads, or hidden fees. It offers a free trial period, and after that, it auto-renews monthly unless turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. ### Can I play with friends on different devices? Yes, the game supports online cross-platform multiplayer, allowing you to test your tactical skills against human opponents regardless of their device. There is also a hotseat mode for playing on the same device. ### What are the system requirements for this game? This game is available through the GameClub subscription service. You will need a compatible mobile device and an active GameClub subscription to play. Specific device compatibility details can be found on the App Store or GameClub's website. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.2.20 — 2021-03-04 Thanks for playing this GameClub game! This update contains bug fixes and performance improvements. Let’s play! ### 1.2.19 — 2021-02-01 Thanks for playing this GameClub game! This update has a new friends section in the GameClub Home area, with recommended friends to follow and connect with on GameClub! Let’s play! ### 1.2.18 — 2021-01-11 Thanks for playing this GameClub game! GameClub offers a curated catalog of iconic games, with new titles released every week. Subscribers get access to unlimited gameplay, no ads, and no additional purchases — just pure fun. This update contains bug fixes and performance improvements. Let’s play! ### 1.2.17 — 2020-12-22 Thanks for playing this GameClub game! GameClub offers a curated catalog of iconic games, with new titles released every week. Subscribers get access to unlimited gameplay, no ads, and no additional purchases — just pure fun. This update contains bug fixes and performance improvements. Let’s play! ### 1.2.16 — 2020-12-06 Thanks for playing this GameClub game! GameClub offers a curated catalog of iconic games, with new titles released every week. Subscribers get access to unlimited gameplay, no ads, and no additional purchases — just pure fun. This update contains bug fixes and performance improvements. 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