# Steel Generals WWII Online RTS — Online PVP RTS Play for FREE

> Free online real-time strategy game set in World War II. (iPhone/iPad app by Filip Rudzinski.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steel-generals-wwii-online-rts/id1396277336 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Filip Rudzinski](https://appshunter.io/developer/1278014360)
- Category: Games, Simulation, Strategy
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.20/5 from 122 App Store ratings · 71 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 390 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-07-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-02
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steel-generals-wwii-online-rts/id1396277336/reviews.md

## What is Steel Generals WWII Online RTS?

Steel Generals World War II Online RTS real time strategy game for free!  Get ready to fight the deadliest world war 2 battles of the 20st century in bases full of monstrous enemy military base. The enemies are in the ferocious tanks that are loaded with explosive weapons. You being the general need to destroy the deadly beasts in the best way possible and capture enemy base by totally destroying their military bases. As geman leader you can use powerful Tigertank, or extreamly dangerous Iron Cross Holders. As USA leader you can use shermans, tanks busters or arousing fear snipers. 

Good luck commander!

## Key features

- World War II real-time strategy
- Online PVP battles
- Command powerful tanks
- Capture enemy bases
- Play for free
- Multiple faction units

## Recent user reviews (10 of 71)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steel-generals-wwii-online-rts/id1396277336/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Too hard I think I want a sandbox mode

*2026-06-17, version 1.0*

This game is good, but it needs a sandbox mode spawn your own soldiers. It’s too hard.

### 5/5 — Норм

*2023-03-29, version 1.0*

Игра лагает немножко но впрочем класс

### 5/5 — Add customization

*2022-12-25, version 1.0*

Add customization for your soilders please like helmet camo all that stuff uniform camo and color for everything that’s all good game I feel like this would make the game more fun.

### 1/5 — Absolutely terrible

*2022-07-24, version 1.0*

There is only one map In the entire game and there is no sandbox. The camera angle is bad and it’s just no fun. Don’t download it gets boring easily.

### 1/5 — No idea on how to control troops

*2022-05-04, version 1.0*

For the life of me, I cannot figure out how to move people around. On top of that, the controls are either hard to use or clunky. Good idea but frustrating when trying to play.

### 1/5 — Game too hard on the ai

*2022-02-13, version 1.0*

He’s too powerful

### 2/5 — 3rd time trying to upload my review

*2021-12-22, version 1.0*

So this game, seems pretty good from the looks of it, the core gameplay is pretty good, graphics and such. However there is a list of things done wrong here, historically inaccurate, unbalanced factions, and a broken AI that doesn’t even attack your HQ. 

Let’s get into the details

1. Historically wrong, why? Well let’s talk about D-Day, the allies invaded Normandy beach and eventually took it from the Axis Powers. Well here, in this game, every time you play against the AI, regardless if you chose Americans or Germans, you start inland away from the beach where historically speaking, was held by Germany. The AI, is always going to play as Germans, and it will always spawn on the beach where the Americans should be. If your a WW2 nerd like me, you’ll see what I mean. 

2. Unbalanced factions.

So, upon playing as Americans and Germans you will notice that the Germans have more units. The Americans have- 

Rifleman Squad

BAR Squad

Sniper

Jeep 

Halftrack (solely equipped with the basic HMG, no squad inside or AA attachment)

Sherman (basic one)

Sherman (equipped with a bigger gun, better at tackling tanks)

So, sounds good right? Good choice.

Well let’s look at what Germany gets.

Rifleman Squad

MP40 Squad

Sniper

Kubelwagon (the clone of the American jeep)

Knight’s Cross with MP40s

Knight’s Cross with STGs

Halftrack (same purpose as American one)

Stug iii

Panzer IV 

Tiger Tank

(Yes, they left out the famous panther tank)

So, now that you see the units, Germany has more units to offer, while the Americans are bound to lose. You see, in a good RTS game, the main problem that must always be solved, is how to balance factions. In this game they have gave the Germans an unfair advantage. How could they fix this? Well they could do a series of things, going from giving the American’s troops and tanks that will even it out, or, you could make American units cheaper or easier to build, give them the number’s advantage while Germany has the firepower advantage, and we will see a even playing ground if you do stats right of each unit. 

3. Broken AI. (Or, very predictable, to put it nicer)

So after playing 2 games, one with Germany an one with America, I’ve already figured out the basic and broken AI of this game. 

Here is what they do:

Always choose Germany

Makes 5 or so infantry squads 

Send them all in one wave

Makes some snipers, I didn’t count how many, sends them in too

Makes some kubelwagons and tank buster squads, sends them out.

Stops. Might make another single rifleman Squad. 

Their attack plan: to kill the player’s units. Send army in waves.

So what’s the problem here? Well the AI is given no attack order towards your HQ, so you can sit there and save up cash and build units. The AI will never make any tanks, halftracks, MP40 squads, or any version of the Knight’s Cross. The AI basically doesn’t use the German faction to it’s full power and doesn’t keep playing the game after sending in those 3 or so waves. It just stops. 

This is a major problem because you can’t expect some tiny game like this to have any sort of an online community, you have to start out with a strong gameplay core to keep people playing and to have a well made and dynamic AI to keep people interested in the game. 

4. Suggestions (apart from fixing your other problems)

It would be nice to see some role for those buildings, be able to garrison them for a range bonus and health bonus.

More maps, d-day is only a part of WW2, maybe include some general village skirmish’s or other areas like the Eastern Front

Maybe a few more factions, Russia, Britain, ect. 

Artillery, this was a major thing in WW2, mortars and howitzers. 

Maybe add in planes, but not that you can control them, just be able to designate a strafing run in an area for a certain amount of cash

Fog of War option?

AI difficulty option?

Units- Grenade ability for infantry? 

Give the halftrack a Squad inside it that can be unloaded with a button that appears upon selecting it, or, make it be able to load troops in.  

Tanks, they have machine guns, why don’t you make them use them? 

- This is all I would say for now about this game. It has serious potential for being one of the few WW2 RTS games on mobile. I give the developer(s) credit for coming up with the game, but it could use some heavy work to make it a popular RTS game on mobile.

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2021-12-18, version 1.0*

This is a Gould game allthow it needs a British teem

### 1/5 — Dffgsdrf

*2021-10-26, version 1.0*

⁉️😡🤬😠👿☠️💀👻😾😤☹️😣😢😭😕😖😔😞😒😟😕😩🥺👎

### 1/5 — Mal juego

*2021-10-23, version 1.0*

La dificultad es muy difícil y es muy malo

## Frequently asked questions about Steel Generals WWII Online RTS

### What is Steel Generals WWII Online RTS?

Steel Generals WWII Online RTS is a free-to-play real-time strategy game set during World War II. Players command military units and engage in online player-versus-player battles to destroy enemy bases and capture territory.

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

The game features intense World War II real-time strategy battles, online PVP combat, the ability to command powerful tanks and units, and the objective of capturing enemy bases. Players can choose to lead as a German or USA leader, utilizing unique units for each faction.

### Is this game free to play?

Yes, Steel Generals WWII Online RTS is a free-to-play game. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a completely free experience for players.

### What kind of units can I use in the game?

As a German leader, you can utilize powerful units like the Tigertank or Iron Cross Holders. As a USA leader, you can command Shermans, Tank Busters, or Snipers. The game focuses on these historical military units for strategic combat.

### Who is the target audience for Steel Generals WWII Online RTS?

This game is designed for players who enjoy real-time strategy (RTS) gameplay, particularly those interested in World War II settings and competitive online multiplayer (PVP) experiences. It appeals to fans of military strategy and tank combat.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2018-07-24

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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