# Ruler of the Waves 1916 — On-rails turret shooter

> Naval turret shooter game simulating WWI battleship engagements. (iPhone/iPad app by Top Secret Studios LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ruler-of-the-waves-1916/id6444596140 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Top Secret Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1789888732)
- Category: Games, Action, Simulation
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 2.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 341 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2022-11-23
- Data updated: 2026-06-13
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ruler-of-the-waves-1916/id6444596140/reviews.md

## What is Ruler of the Waves 1916?

Broadside thunder,
steel plate sundered,
munitions ablaze,
once triumphant -
sinking to a watery grave,
the Ruler of the Waves.
- Inscriptus

Man the turrets of mighty Dreadnought battleships and battlecruisers and blow your enemy out of the water to secure your position as… the Ruler of the Waves!

Ruler of the Waves 1916 is a naval combat game and turret-based shooter. The main gameplay involves aiming and firing the turrets. Since turrets take 30 seconds to reload, the player must utilize multiple turrets on multiple ships to maximize their firepower. Things are made more difficult due to the movement of the ships and the sea, and consistent accuracy will be a challenge to all but the most experienced gunner. Sink all the enemy boats to achieve victory - with bonus points earned for quickness.

The game follows, in a fictional sense, the major battlecruiser engagements in WWI such as the Battles of Heligoland Bight and Jutland, which would be the last time ships of this kind reigned supreme before improvements to high-flying aircraft and deep-diving submarines made them all but obsolete.

Dreadnought-era battleships and battlecruisers are similar in size and firepower, but differ in terms of armor thickness, turret layout, and speed. Battleships are more heavily armored, whereas battlecruisers have the advantage in mobility.

The player will have an opportunity to board both types of ship and unleash mighty salvos upon the opposing fleet.

## Key features

- Turret-based shooting gameplay
- Manage multiple turrets and reload times
- Simulates WWI naval battles
- Play as battleships or battlecruisers
- Strategic aiming and ship movement


## Frequently asked questions about Ruler of the Waves 1916

### What is Ruler of the Waves 1916 about?

Ruler of the Waves 1916 is a naval combat game where you man the turrets of Dreadnought battleships and battlecruisers. The goal is to sink enemy ships by strategically aiming and firing your turrets.

### What kind of gameplay can I expect in Ruler of the Waves 1916?

The core gameplay involves aiming and firing ship turrets. Since turrets have a 30-second reload time, you'll need to manage multiple turrets and ships to maintain continuous firepower while accounting for ship movement and sea conditions.

### Does Ruler of the Waves 1916 have ads?

No, Ruler of the Waves 1916 does not contain advertisements.

### How much does Ruler of the Waves 1916 cost?

Ruler of the Waves 1916 is a paid application, priced at $4.99.

### What historical period does Ruler of the Waves 1916 represent?

The game is fictionally inspired by major battlecruiser engagements of World War I, such as the Battles of Heligoland Bight and Jutland.

### What devices is Ruler of the Waves 1916 available on?

Ruler of the Waves 1916 is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for Ruler of the Waves 1916?

Ruler of the Waves 1916 has an age rating of 12+.

### When was Ruler of the Waves 1916 last updated?

The latest version of Ruler of the Waves 1916 was released on July 31, 2023.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.3 — 2023-07-31

- Change Allegiance mode: the player can now choose sides between the Royal Navy and Imperial Fleet during the campaign battles

### 1.2 — 2023-07-21

- Binocular Mode - Free look around from the crow’s nest to gain a vantage on fleet position and enemy movement
- Fleet Battle - additional customization options: choose from 8 different formations, designate a flagship, pick an escort
- Scenario Editor - Two new types - Deathmatch: Defeat the entire opposing fleet; Flagship: Destroy the enemy flagship
- Upcoming: Rogue Mission will be a new “side mission” with strategy, tactics, and rogue-lite elements
- New Tips (i.e. Hints) menu

### 1.1 — 2023-07-03

*Alas, the sounds of war have upset a mythical beast from the depths!*

New
- Final boss fight in the North Sea campaign (re-clear 3rd mission to unlock)
- New Game + is a more difficult, timed mode

Fixed
- Fixed an issue where turret rotation speed was affected by FPS
- Fixed a typo that displayed in the flavor text of the first mission
- Fixed an issue where a level unlock could fail to be saved
- Improved aesthetics, size, and layout of multiple menus and HUD
- Fixed issues with menu items being inaccessible on screens with rounded corners

### 1.0 — 2022-11-23

No release notes.

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