Comparison

Waroftanks vs The Lava Squirrel

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Waroftanks

Engage in intense tank warfare with over 200 historically accurate vehicles. Experience realistic modular damage or simplified HP modes, and enjoy diverse offline and online game modes. All vehicles are unlocked for immediate play, with robust mod support for customization.

Highlights
  • Over 200 historical tanks
  • Modular and HP damage systems
  • Offline and online multiplayer modes
  • Instant vehicle access
  • In-game mod installer
  • Diverse game modes (Skirmish, Blitzkrieg, Capture Zone, Historical)
Features
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Panzer War is an action-packed tank warfare game that puts you in control of a vast array of historically accurate armored vehicles from World War I to the Cold War era. With over 200 tanks, self-propelled guns, and armored vehicles at your command, experience the intensity of armored combat across a variety of battlefields and game modes. Damage System We feature a modular damage system that simulates shrapnel damage to vehicle components and crew members, affecting your tank's performance. For players seeking a more straightforward experience, we also offer an HP mode, where the damage mechanics are simplified, making the game more accessible. Diverse Game Modes Offline Game Modes Skirmish: Engage in fast-paced battles where you can pit your tanks against AI in an open-ended combat environment. N vs N Blitzkrieg: Experience the thrill of large-scale team battles where coordination and strategy are key to victory. Capture Zone: Control strategic points on the map to gain the upper hand in battle. Historical Mode: Relive iconic tank battles with historically accurate scenarios. Online Multiplayer: Skirmish: Test your skills against other players in competitive, fast-paced battles. Capture Zone: Work with your team to secure control points in intense multiplayer matches. Party Mode: Enjoy fun and chaotic matches with friends in a variety of custom game modes. Instant Vehicle Access There’s no need to grind through tech trees or farm in-game currency. All vehicles are available for immediate use, allowing you to jump straight into battle with any tank, self-propelled gun, or armored vehicle you desire. This freedom ensures that you can focus on enjoying the intense combat experience without any unnecessary progression barriers. Mod Support We offers robust mod support through its in-game installer, allowing players to easily browse, download, and install community-created content. Whether you're looking for new vehicles, or maps, the in-game mod installer makes it simple to expand and customize your Panzer War experience.

About

The Lava Squirrel

Navigate a perilous ascent of 1000 stairs as a space squirrel. Master precise tapping and holding to jump and leap your way to freedom and a waiting rescue rocket.

Highlights
  • Tap to jump
  • Hold to leap
  • Ascend 1000 stairs
  • Escape hostile environment
  • Rescue rocket objective
Features
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You're a tiny space squirrel in a fishbowl helmet. Your escape pod landed you in a hostile environment and the only way out is up! One thousand stairs stand between you and the rescue rocket. Tap to jump. Hold to leap.

Screenshots

Waroftanks4 screens
The Lava Squirrel4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: The Lava Squirrel at 5.0 against Waroftanks's 3.7. The Lava Squirrel also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4). Waroftanks's advantage is ratings volume (108 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Waroftanks sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. The Lava Squirrel asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

The Lava Squirrel holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Waroftanks has 108 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Waroftanks ships an update monthly, The Lava Squirrel every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Waroftanks versus The Lava Squirrel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWaroftanksThe Lava Squirrel
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (108 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews67.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings108 — better2
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size523 MB98 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperWINDYVERSE PTE. LTD.In Theory Digital, LLC

Customer experience

Waroftanks

All ratings108 ratings
Positive63.0%
Neutral9.3%
Negative27.8%
Written reviews106 reviews
Positive67.0%
Neutral5.7%
Negative27.4%

The Lava Squirrel

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Waroftanks

One-time4
  • Coin Bundle 3,000,000$0.99
  • T-34-3 Middle Tank$2.99
  • Bat Chatillon 155 58$3.99
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  • T-26-E4 SuperPershing Middle Tank$5.99
None

The Lava Squirrel

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Waroftanks free?
Waroftanks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is The Lava Squirrel free?
The Lava Squirrel is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Waroftanks or The Lava Squirrel?
The Lava Squirrel is rated higher. Waroftanks averages 3.7 out of 5 from 108 ratings, while The Lava Squirrel averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Waroftanks or The Lava Squirrel have ads?
Both Waroftanks and The Lava Squirrel show ads.
Which is updated more often, Waroftanks or The Lava Squirrel?
Waroftanks ships an update monthly, and The Lava Squirrel every 2 weeks. Most recently, Waroftanks was updated on September 12, 2026 and The Lava Squirrel on September 11, 2026.

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