# Guns 4 Hire

> Lead a mercenary squad in a tactical shooter with weapon upgrades and destructive abilities. (iPhone/iPad app by Rebellion Games.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guns-4-hire/id561443154 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rebellion Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/538401096)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Action
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 164 App Store ratings · 276 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 104 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-10-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guns-4-hire/id561443154/reviews.md

## What is Guns 4 Hire?

There are an estimated SEVEN BILLION people on Earth, a HUNDRED MILLION black market weapons, TEN MILLION bad guys, and against it all... FOUR ass-kicking, money-hungry mercs! Command the toughest squad in the world while taking on crime lords and corrupt dictators in this ruthless bullet-fest!

When no one else can help, it's time to call in... GUNS 4 HIRE!! 

GET IN. WRECK IT. GET PAID.

- KILLER CREW! Combine the brutal combat skills of L.T., Faraday, Burns and Boomer: from heavy artillery to high explosives!
- AUTOMATED GUN TURRETS! Deploy anywhere to rain 360 degrees of armour-piercing pain!
- ANTI-PERSONNEL MINES! Throw down instant minefields to disrupt enemy attack!
- AIR STRIKES! Call in death from above for total devastation!
- DIVIDE AND CONQUER! Use squad tactics and single touch control to deal devastation to the insurgents!
- SUIT UP! Equip armoured apparel and head gear to boost damage resistance and kill in style!
- LOCK AND LOAD! Use the spoils of war to upgrade your handguns, flame throwers, miniguns and rocket launchers!
- WARFARE! Subdue your enemies in explosive missions of bullet-riddled carnage!

GUNS 4 HIRE is free to play, but you can choose to pay real money for some extra items, which will charge your iTunes account. You can disable in-app purchasing by adjusting your device settings.

## Key features

- Four unique mercenary characters
- Deploy automated gun turrets
- Use anti-personnel mines
- Call in air strikes
- Squad tactics and single touch control
- Upgrade weapons and gear

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bad-Ass Bling | $0.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Geezer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pocket Full of Pretty | $4.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Encrusted | $6.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Rush | $9.99 | one-time |
| Spare Change | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pocket Money | $2.99 | one-time |
| Cash In | $4.99 | one-time |
| Uber Fury | $11.99 | one-time |
| Bonus Bonanza | $0.99 | one-time |
| Diamond Heist | $19.99 | one-time |
| Kick-Ass Upgrade | $11.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Guns 4 Hire?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🎮 Addictive and engaging gameplay
- 🎨 Excellent graphics and visual quality
- ⚔️ Fun action-packed missions
- 🎯 Simple and intuitive controls
- 💥 Satisfying explosions and effects
- 👥 Team management mechanics
- 🏆 Good progression system with upgrades

**Cons**

- 💰 Aggressive monetization and pay-to-win mechanics
- ⏱️ Extremely long healing/recovery times between missions
- 💎 Expensive in-game items and upgrades
- 🔄 Repetitive mission design
- ⚠️ Outdated and no longer receives updates
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 🎮 Minimal player agency - game plays itself

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Last mission/Golden Snake rescue mission cannot be completed - C4 planting fails on left building
- Hostage rescue mechanics broken - progress bar doesn't advance
- App crashes frequently
- Game freezes and becomes unplayable
- Soldiers get stuck or unable to move to certain locations
- Tank doesn't fire properly in final mission
- In-app purchases not delivered after payment
- Black screen on mission launch
- Game incompatible with iOS 5.1.1 and older devices
- App closes when played offline

**Most requested features**

- Update for iOS 11 and newer versions compatibility
- Multiplayer or co-op gameplay modes
- More missions and maps
- Faster health regeneration times
- Lower prices for in-game items
- Additional weapon and equipment options
- 64-bit system support
- First-person perspective option
- Better tutorial system
- Individual character selection and control
- Ability to strategically place squad members

## Recent user reviews (10 of 276)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guns-4-hire/id561443154/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Issues

*2025-07-19*

The last mission won’t allow me to “fix it” to release the hostage I spent actual money on this game as I like it this is ridiculous

### 3/5 — error at the last level

*2025-05-29, version 1.5.2*

I can't plant a bomb, break the door to rescue the hostages.

### 4/5 — Maps cuối bị lỗi

*2025-02-07, version 1.5.2*

Maps cuối chỉ cứu được 1 người

### 3/5 — Rescue mission Last level needs fixing

*2025-01-04*

Freeing the hostage on the left is not working it just has the red bar and no green progress bar on it.
Thanks

### 5/5 — Классная игрушка! НО …..:(

*2023-05-29, version 1.5.1*

Войнушка оочень крутая!!!:) Вот только жаль, что мой новый телефон не поддерживает игру:( Так как нужно обновление самой игры, а его уже столько лет не делают!!!:( Печально:(

### 5/5 — Best mobile game ever!

*2022-10-20*

Would the developers please update this game or come out with a 2nd GFH? this game is worth paying for!

### 5/5 — Merhaba

*2021-03-13, version 1.5.1*

Lütfen bu yeni oyunun yeni sürümünü geliştirin çok zevkli bir oyun

### 5/5 — Ios 11

*2019-03-28, version 1.5.1*

Plz update to play on ios 11

### 5/5 — C'est trop cool j'apreci

*2018-11-29*

Cool

### 5/5 — Best game

*2018-08-21, version 1.5.1*

Best game I ever played on iPhone since 2008. Sad the developer has stopped releasing new game similar to this one.

## Frequently asked questions about Guns 4 Hire

### What is Guns 4 Hire?

Guns 4 Hire is a tactical shooter game where you command a squad of four mercenaries. You'll take on crime lords and dictators in explosive missions, utilizing each mercenary's unique skills and deploying various tactical assets.

### What are the key features of Guns 4 Hire?

Key features include commanding a killer crew with distinct combat skills, deploying automated gun turrets and anti-personnel mines, calling in devastating air strikes, using squad tactics, and upgrading weapons and armored apparel.

### How much does Guns 4 Hire cost?

Guns 4 Hire is free to play. However, there are optional in-app purchases available for extra items that can be bought with real money. You can disable in-app purchasing in your device settings.

### What kind of gameplay can I expect?

You can expect intense, bullet-riddled carnage with a focus on squad tactics and destructive combat. The game involves subduing enemies through explosive missions, utilizing a variety of weapons and strategic deployments.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.2 — 2024-01-17

Compatibility update for newer Apple devices.
Removed Facebook and iTunes integration.
General stability update, and minor fixes.
Added Mac compatibility.

### 1.5.1 — 2013-11-13

Fixed currency awarded by Tapjoy.

### 1.5 — 2013-09-23

Minor bug fixes

### 1.4 — 2013-01-28

Thank you for playing Guns 4 Hire and for giving us all your feedback. We really appreciate it, so please keep it coming! 
You asked and we have given you:
• ULTRA CHEAP health packs!
• QUICKER squad healing!
• BIGGER MYSTERY prizes!
• SLICKER menus!
• Minor technical glitches squashed!

### 1.3 — 2013-01-02

- Outrageous New Weapons when upgraded! 
- Super-cheap health packs! 
- Mega Menu improvements!
- Wonderful optimisations!

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-21.*