# Idle Army — Merge to survive!

> Merge units to build a powerful army and survive enemy waves. (iPhone/iPad app by Kwalee Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-army/id1553739106 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kwalee Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/497961736)
- Category: Games, Casual, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 21,070 App Store ratings · 355 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 277 MB
- Languages: British English, Danish, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, European Portuguese and 6 more
- Released: 2021-03-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-army/id1553739106/reviews.md

## What is Idle Army?

Have you ever dreamt of being a squad leader? Now is the perfect time!

You will have to survive a horde of enemies. With the help of your amazing army, march forward. Count on your soldiers and merge the units to become more powerful in order to defeat the attackers. They will use all of their power and might to attack you: drones, ninjas, trucks, and tanks. Get ready for battle!

Discover new recruits to join your ranks and improve your firepower. How will you organize your military troops? Pistol, Rifle, Minigun, Bomber, Grenade, Rocket Launcher, Tank, Sniper and even Sharpshooter, they are all available to help you counter the waves.

To conquer, you must reach the highest level and for that, you will have to create an all-star army and have a great rate of fire. Are the enemies too strong? Launch the nuke, but make sure to time it right. One blast can make you the ultimate tycoon… or end everything.

Upgrade and customize your hero as you wish, do you feel more comfortable to shoot the enemies as a superhero or as an assassin? The choice is yours in this military simulation! 
Make sure to test the endless mode to prove your skills!

Get ready for warfare!

## Key features

- Merge units to increase power
- Unlock new recruits and weapons
- Counter various enemy types
- Upgrade and customize hero
- Endless survival mode
- Strategic troop organization

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| V.I.P. Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| SPY | $1.99 | one-time |
| Flamethrower | $2.99 | one-time |
| Railgun | $1.99 | one-time |
| Costume One man army | $1.99 | one-time |
| Costume Super soldier | $1.99 | one-time |
| Grenadier | $2.99 | one-time |
| Aditionnal Unit Slot | $1.99 | one-time |
| God Father | $9.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Idle Army?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Great time killer
- 🚀 Casual and easy to play

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and performance issues
- 📺 Excessive and intrusive ads
- 🔋 Overheats device
- 🔒 False advertising about ad-free version

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game freezes at the end of certain levels
- Rewards not registering after completing levels
- Randomly deleting or duplicating troops

**Most requested features**

- More troop types and upgrade options
- Increase base size to accommodate more units
- Add new maps and enemy types
- Improve endless mode progression

## Recent user reviews (10 of 355)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-army/id1553739106/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Ridiculous

*2026-08-01, version 14.1.0*

The most insane amount of ads I’ve ever come across in a game, unplayable due to the amount. Would rate zero stars if it was possible.

### 5/5 — Fun and Nostalgic

*2026-03-28, version 14.1.0*

Used to play this on my grandma’s tablet.

### 5/5 — I

*2026-02-07, version 14.1.0*

I 👍🏽 there r Noo @D$ BTW.

### 1/5 — Non-stop Ads

*2025-10-24, version 14.0.9*

Can't even buy your way out of the ads

### 3/5 — Question for the devs

*2025-05-18, version 14.0.9*

Hi I have played this game for a couple years just as a side hobby and today I have noticed that the prices for like no adds is one cent is that a bug or is there something else going on?

### 1/5 — I need the game bck in macos

*2024-12-09, version 14.0.4*

Dear kwalee ltd

I am writing to express my disappointment regarding the removal of  Idle army  from macOS. As a dedicated user, I found the app invaluable deleted Its absence has disrupted my workflow and reduced the overall utility of my Mac.

I urge you to consider reinstating [idle army] for macOS, as it was a crucial tool for many users like me. Your decision would undoubtedly strengthen user satisfaction and loyalty.

Thank you for your attention, and I hope you will consider this feedback

### 1/5 — bro i want the app back in macos

*2024-12-09*

I hope this message finds you well. I’m writing to express my frustration and disappointment regarding the absence of [App Name] from macOS. I’ve been a loyal user of your app for quite some time, and its sudden disappearance has been incredibly inconvenient for me and many others in the macOS community.

The app was a key part of my daily workflow, and its functionality on macOS was seamless, intuitive, and incredibly helpful. Whether it was [describe specific features that were particularly useful], or simply the ease of use, there is no alternative that quite matches the experience it provided.

Since its removal, I've had to search for less effective alternatives, none of which come close to the same level of performance or integration on macOS. As a result, I'm left feeling disappointed, as I know many others are as well.

I would like to kindly request that you reconsider bringing idle army  back to macOS. It would mean a great deal to many of us who have come to rely on your software and its valuable features.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully seeing the return of to macOS in the near future.

### 1/5 — This needs to be fixed asap

*2024-09-20, version 14.0.4*

Why can’t I buy no ads in game or anything from shop it just keeps loading & nothing happens please fix

### 3/5 — Хорошая игра в дорогу

*2024-07-18, version 14.0.4*

Игра хорошая особенно без интернета и ещё она хорошая в дорогу также она очень сильно заманчивая

### 5/5 — Great Love it

*2024-06-04, version 14.0.4*

I love the game i found it like Maybe this will be dumb i try it out. But when i did i was like EZ but then After it got hard i was addicted and it doesnt just give pop up ads out of nowhere when youre playing. The only ads are if you want a free soldier or something. It is fun! Love the game and the hero feature and the merging. It is a very addictive game and it is casual like if you're bored and you cant find a game to play Play this! It is fun and addicting. I Recommend playing the game. But it does repeat i little bit. Maybe i could help with the guys and jow hard the game is. I am good at that.

## Frequently asked questions about Idle Army

### What is Idle Army?

Idle Army is a military simulation game where players lead an army against waves of enemies. The core gameplay involves merging units to create stronger soldiers and strategically deploying various weapons to survive.

### How do I get stronger in Idle Army?

You can get stronger by merging your existing units to create more powerful soldiers. Additionally, you can unlock and upgrade a wide variety of weapons, from pistols to tanks, and customize your hero to enhance your combat effectiveness.

### Is Idle Army free to play?

Yes, Idle Army is free to play. However, it does offer in-app purchases and contains advertisements, which can be used to speed up progression or gain advantages.

### What kind of enemies will I face?

You will face a diverse range of enemies, including drones, ninjas, trucks, and tanks. The game challenges you to adapt your strategy and troop composition to counter these varied threats effectively.

### What are the different game modes available?

Idle Army features a main campaign where you must survive waves of enemies and reach the highest level. It also includes an 'endless mode' designed to test your skills and prove your survival capabilities against an unending onslaught.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 14.1.0 — 2026-01-05

Bug fixes and improvements to keep your army marching strong!

### 14.0.12 — 2025-11-25

Bug fixes and improvements to keep your army marching strong!

### 14.0.11 — 2025-11-12

Amazing new levels!

### 14.0.9 — 2025-02-11

Amazing new levels!

### 14.0.4 — 2024-05-31

Amazing new levels!

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