# S&T: Sandbox World War II TBS — Classic turn-based wargame

> Turn-based World War II strategy game with unlimited replayability and historical freedom. (iPhone/iPad app by HC GLOBAL DISTRIBUTION LIMITED.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/s-and-t-sandbox-world-war-ii-tbs/id915689127 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [HC GLOBAL DISTRIBUTION LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/482544510)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Strategy
- Price: $9.99
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 100 App Store ratings · 218 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 89 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Polish, European Portuguese, Russian, European Spanish, Turkish
- Released: 2014-09-30
- Data updated: 2026-09-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/s-and-t-sandbox-world-war-ii-tbs/id915689127/reviews.md

## What is S&T?

"WW2: Sandbox. Strategy & Tactics may be just the thing for you; especially if you are a fan of Hearts of Iron or Axis & Allies" - mobiletechreview.com

Sandbox is the unlimited sequel to our Strategy & Tactics: World War II. We've abandoned historical restrictions and turn limits making your task deceptively simple - take command of any European army and lead it to victory in World War 2.

You can recreate the actual politics of the era - or not. For instance, as Great Britain you could side with the USSR to crush Germany - or you could disable the historical alliances and lead America to conquer Europe...

Random events like guerrilla movements, landing operations, and voluntary recalls will ensure endless replayability and the uniqueness of each game session. You’ll be making your own history!
WW2: Sandbox. Strategy & Tactics – war is coming!

Game Features:
- Accurate maps of Europe and Asia with over 950 regions
- 4 types of ship: Battleship, Cruiser, Submarine, Destroyer
- 39 playable countries
- Will you use infantry, aircraft, artillery, and armored vehicles? You choose how to bring the enemy to their knees!
- You decide how to spend the resources from the conquered territories: will you grow your army or boost R&D?


***NOTE: Compatible with iPhone 5 and up, iPad 2 and up - may not work properly on earlier devices.***
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## Key features

- Accurate maps of Europe and Asia
- 4 types of ship
- 39 playable countries
- Infantry, aircraft, artillery, and armored vehicles
- Resource management from conquered territories
- Random events for replayability

## What do users think of S&T?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🎮 Engaging WW2 strategy gameplay
- 🧠 Deep tactical mechanics and replayability
- 💰 No intrusive in-app purchases
- 🎯 Simple to learn but challenging to master
- 🗺️ Multiple playable nations and scenarios
- 📱 Works offline without internet connection
- 🎨 Clean board game-style graphics
- ⚔️ Balanced unit types and combat system

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes on startup and loading
- 📱 Incompatible with newer iPhone models (iPhone 11+, 12+, 14+, 15+)
- ❌ Resolution not supported errors
- 🤖 AI behavior is passive and unintelligent
- ⚠️ Misleading app store compatibility information
- 🎮 Limited content for premium version
- 💸 High price point ($9.99-$12) with limited features
- 🔧 Poor optimization for modern devices
- 📊 Game becomes unplayable with large armies
- 🎵 Missing sound effects in some versions

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes at 40% loading screen
- Resolution 2688x1242 not supported error
- Game won't launch on iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 12, iPhone 14, iPhone 15 models
- Tutorial crashes and doesn't function properly
- Saved games fail to load
- Turn processing takes excessive time (over 1 minute)
- Game freezes when loading saved games
- Crashes when power/army size exceeds 10,000
- Incompatibility with iOS 13.2 and newer versions
- Graphics degradation after updates
- Sound effects not working despite being enabled
- Partisan uprisings occur randomly without logic
- Allied units sometimes attack player without cause

**Most requested features**

- Diplomacy system to create/manage alliances
- Ability to switch alliances during gameplay
- Additional maps (Africa, North America, Asia, World map)
- Multiplayer/co-op mode
- Sandbox mode with unlimited resources
- Different historical scenarios (1939, 1941, 1943, 1945)
- More playable nations (India, Australia, Canada, China, Japan)
- Naval warfare improvements and more ship types
- Trade and resource management system
- Peace treaties and war declarations control
- Difficulty settings adjustment
- WW1 or other historical war themes
- Achievement system in premium version
- Custom alliance formations
- Improved AI intelligence and strategy

## Recent user reviews (10 of 218)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/s-and-t-sandbox-world-war-ii-tbs/id915689127/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Really don’t see the point

*2026-03-12, version 1.0.17*

The game is simply a free-for-all mess.  Troop movements across water do not work as advertised, and there is no way to determine diplomacy, alliance, or rational goals.  There is no help function beyond explain a couple simple controls (which are already obvious) and there is no operational realism. I don’t know who this was designed for, but I’ve played board and electronic war games for over 50 years, and this is just an irritating waste of time.

### 1/5 — Telefonla Uyumsuz

*2026-01-24, version 1.0.17*

Iphone 15 plus telefon kullanıyorum, oyunun açıklamasında iphone 11-13 arası modellerde çalışmayacağı belirtilmiş ama 15 de de çalışmıyor. Yani açık bir şekilde yanlış bilgilendirme var. Bu sevdiğim bir oyundu parası problem değil oynamak istedim ama yeni model telefonlarda maalesef çalışmıyor. Firmanın bizleri yanlış yönlendirmesi ise gerçekten çok üzücü… Umarım oyundaki uyum problemini çözebilirler…

### 1/5 — Ужас

*2025-12-29*

Купил игру за 899₽ и она не работает, даже на iPhone 16 pro max…..

**Developer response:** Здравствуйте! Приносим извинения за доставленные неудобства. К сожалению, из-за возраста устройства игра испытывает технические проблемы при запуске на новых устройствах, таких как iPhone 16 Pro Max. Если вам потребуется дополнительная помощь, пожалуйста, свяжитесь с нами по адресу support@herocraft.com. Спасибо за понимание.

### 1/5 — Nicht unterstützt

*2025-10-01*

Joa, ich habe es mir mit meinem IPhone 15 gekauft und jetzt kann ich es nicht spielen, weil die Bildschirmgröße nicht unterstützt wird. Entweder, es wird behoben oder ich möchte mein Geld zurückbekommen.

**Developer response:** We're sorry your iPhone 15 screen size isn't supported. Please reach out to support@herocraft.com with details so we can assist you and discuss possible refund options.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work. Won’t even start.

*2025-09-25, version 1.0.17*

I bought this game hoping it would at least be a decent game and enough enjoyable content to be worth the $10 price tag, but when i download the app the first and only thing that happens is a resolution unsupported message and a crash back to Home Screen. Every single time, delete and redownload, force close and reopen, all the same. Please fix this 🙏

### 1/5 — не работает

*2025-09-03*

Выдает ошибку,игра не работает!

**Developer response:** Сожалеем, что вы столкнулись с ошибками, препятствующими работе игры. Пожалуйста, свяжитесь с нашей службой поддержки по адресу support@herocraft.com, предоставив подробную информацию и скриншоты, чтобы мы могли оперативно решить эту проблему.

### 3/5 — UPDATE 😡

*2025-08-16*

Look, when I got this game, I expected infinite money and you could customize your national. BUT NOOOOO!! You just HAD to make this game impossible! I like playing as Germany, but you are squished between the allied powers and the dirty commies (Russia). When I try to push forward, they push me back even farther! NOBODY REALLY PLAYS THIS ANYMORE! READ THIS NOTE AND LISTEN TO MY IDEAS OR I’M DELETING THIS GAME!!!! 😡😡😡😡😡😡 I’m just dissatisfied with this game and I’m disappointed 😔😡>:(  
I want infinite money, infinite possibilities, infinite troops of your choice, and the infinite power to dominate Europe!
Why is America in Africa fighting a war with Spain? It is inaccurate. Add North America now.
I am sad and it’s very tempting to delete this game. I’ve spent money on this for a sandbox and I got a struggle where no matter who you choose:
Neutral countries get assaulted by others.
The players have no idea how to join alliances.
Very limited resources.
And no matter who you play as… 
THE AI IS INVINCIBLE AND THE PLAYERS ALWAYS LOSE!!!😡😡😡😡
Read it and DO something about it! 
I’M VERY DISAPPOINTED!!! VERY!!!!!!!!!!




READ IT AS SOON AS YOU NOTICE IT 😡😡

**Developer response:** We’re sorry the game feels frustrating. It’s designed to be challenging, especially with Germany’s position. Please don’t give up and try new tactics. If you’d like more help or want to share ideas, contact us at support@herocraft.com. We appreciate your feedback!

### 2/5 — UPDATE 😡

*2025-06-18, version 1.0.17*

Look, when I got this game, I expected infinite money and you could customize your national. BUT NOOOOO!! You just HAD to make this game impossible! I like playing as Germany, but you are squished between the allied powers and the dirty commies (Russia). When I try to push forward, they push me back even farther! NOBODY REALLY PLAYS THIS ANYMORE! READ THIS NOTE AND LISTEN TO MY IDEAS OR I’M DELETING THIS GAME!!!! 😡😡😡😡😡😡 I’m just dissatisfied with this game and I’m disappointed 😔😡>:( 




READ IT AS SOON AS YOU NOTICE IT 😡😡

### 1/5 — Обман

*2025-03-16*

Заплатил деньги, выдает ERROR

**Developer response:** Мы искренне сожалеем об ошибке, с которой вы столкнулись после оплаты. Пожалуйста, свяжитесь с нами по адресу support@herocraft.com с описанием проблемы и скриншотом квитанции, и мы постараемся решить ее как можно скорее.

### 1/5 — Вылетает

*2025-01-07*

IPhone 15pro просто вылетает при попытке зайти

**Developer response:** Нам жаль слышать, что у вас происходят сбои на вашем iPhone 15 Pro. Попробуйте синхронизировать сохранения и переустановить игру. Если проблемы не исчезнут, не стесняйтесь обращаться по адресу support@herocraft.com за дальнейшей помощью. Мы здесь, чтобы помочь!

## Frequently asked questions about S&T

### What is this game about?

This is a turn-based strategy game set during World War II. It allows players to take command of any European army and lead it to victory, with the freedom to deviate from historical events and alliances. The game features detailed maps, various military units, and random events to ensure unique gameplay sessions.

### What are the key features of the game?

Key features include accurate maps of Europe and Asia with over 950 regions, four types of ships (Battleship, Cruiser, Submarine, Destroyer), 39 playable countries, and a variety of military units like infantry, aircraft, artillery, and armored vehicles. Players also manage resources from conquered territories and experience random events that affect gameplay.

### Is this game free to play?

The game is free to download and play, but it does include in-app purchases. While the core experience is available for free, players may have the option to purchase additional content or features within the application.

### What devices is this game compatible with?

This game is compatible with iPhone 5 and up, and iPad 2 and up. It may not work properly on earlier devices. It is recommended to check your device's specifications to ensure compatibility before downloading.

### How does the game offer replayability?

Replayability is ensured through the abandonment of historical restrictions and turn limits, allowing players to forge their own history. Additionally, random events such as guerrilla movements, landing operations, and voluntary recalls guarantee that each game session is unique and engaging.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.17 — 2020-04-28

We've been hard at work making the "S&T: Sandbox World War II TBS" game better for you. 

For this version, we've made several bug fixes and performance enhancements to make sure everything's running as smoothly as possible.

### 1.0.16 — 2018-12-12

Generals,

in this update:

- we've added support of iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, iPhone XR;
- fixes for better support of iPhone X;
- minor fixes and stability improvements.

Let the battle rage on, and thanks for playing with us!

### 1.0.12 — 2018-06-27

Military maps corrected according to the latest intelligence data;
Additional divisions are moved closer to the borders;
Added a dialog with the user agreement;
Minor fixes and stability improvements.

Let the battle rage on, and thanks for playing with us!

### 1.0.8 — 2016-10-13

Minor bug fixes

### 1.0.7 — 2016-02-16

- A displaying of AI turn have been speeded up

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