Comparison

Empire vs WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite

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

Head to head
About

Empire

Lead historical battles and campaigns of World War II as a commander. Strategically command diverse troops and weapon systems in challenging turn-based missions. Conquer objectives, escort convoys, and lead nations to victory across Europe.

Highlights
  • Over 100 land, air, and sea units
  • Unit improvements and expansions
  • 120+ unique generals
  • 60+ missions in 4 major campaigns
  • Historical battle scenarios
  • Conquer strategic objectives and cities
Features
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LEAD YOUR TROOPS TO VICTORY Empire: World War II takes you into the chaos of World War II. As a commander, historical battles and campaigns are relived under your leadership. In challenging missions, you take command of the troops and have to rethink your strategic decisions turn by turn. You have a variety of different troop types and weapon systems from the Second World War at your disposal to defeat your opponent. ####### - Over 100 different units on land, air and sea - Unlock improvements and expansions for your units to make them even better to make it more effective - More than 120 unique generals that can support your units in battle - More than 60 individual and unique missions in 4 major campaigns (more in Work) - Relive the Polish campaign and show your skills - Join Operation Weser-Exercise and secure the Norwegian coast - Conquer France and the Benelux countries in the western campaign - Complete Operation Sea Lion and take control of England - Be part of the AfricaCorps and conquer North-Africa - Many individual goals make the campaigns even more versatile - Conquer strategic objectives and cities - Escort convoys to their destination - Destroy special units - Safe resource productions - Play battles in which you can lead an entire country to victory over all of Europe - Each campaign unlocks a special battle scenario - Experience the starting position from the point of view of one of several nations and lead your alliance to victory

About

WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite

Experience a simplified World War II simulation where you can build custom battlefields and command authentic historical units. This strategy game focuses on tactical gameplay and historical warfare, offering an engaging experience for history and strategy enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Custom battlefield creation
  • Command authentic WW2 units
  • Tactical gameplay focus
  • Offline play supported
  • Historical warfare simulation
Features
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Dive into the simplified WW2 experience with "WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite" – a dynamic simulator for history buffs and strategy enthusiasts alike. Craft the battlefield of your dreams using authentic WW2 tanks and military units, and dive deep into tactics and strategy to emerge victorious in the most pivotal war in history. - Lite version with only Custom Mode available - No internet connection necessary - Data all saved on your local phone This streamlined simulator is designed for enthusiasts of history and strategy, offering a unique experience that allows you to command and witness epic WW2 battles unfold right at your fingertips. With "WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite," immerse yourself in tactical gameplay where the choices and strategies you deploy can tip the scales of each engagement. Select from a rich roster of authentic WW2 tanks and military units from powers like the USA, USSR, or Germany, and place them strategically to outmaneuver your opponent. Key Features: - Engage in tactical gameplay with a focus on historical WW2 warfare. - Command authentic units and vehicles, including the iconic Tiger, Pershing, and Sherman tanks. - Experience the thrill of direct control over the placement and execution of your battle strategies. - Experiment with different tactics to see how various scenarios play out on the battlefield. "WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite" strips down the complexity to offer a straightforward, engaging simulation that captures the essence of WW2 combat. It's a perfect fit for players who appreciate history and strategy, allowing for endless possibilities in each battle scenario. Get ready to lead your forces to victory in this captivating WW2 simulation experience.

Screenshots

Empire4 screens
WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite at every 3 days against Empire's fortnightly. WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Empire sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Empire holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 16 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Empire's written reviews are positive against 64% of WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Empire ships an update fortnightly, WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Empire versus WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEmpireWW2 Battlefields Sim Lite
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (13 ratings) — better4.1 (16 ratings)
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews — better64.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1316 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size175 MB273 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperAndre PotgeterCogoo Inc.

Customer experience

Empire

All ratings13 ratings
Positive84.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.4%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%

WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite

All ratings16 ratings
Positive81.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative18.8%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive64.3%
Neutral14.3%
Negative21.4%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Empire

One-time10
  • 180 science points$1.99
  • 500 Coins$4.99
  • 500 science points$4.99
Show 7 more
  • 500 training points$4.99
  • Axis general$6.99
  • 1200 coins$9.99
  • 1200 science points$9.99
  • 1200 training points$9.99
  • Heavy elite infantry veteran$9.99
  • Medium starter set$12.99
9 purchases

WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite

One-time9
  • 5000 Gold$4.99
  • Winter Package 2$4.99
  • Winter Package 1$4.99
Show 6 more
  • Deco Package 1$6.99
  • 14,000 Gold$9.99
  • Winter Package 3$10.99
  • 30,000 Gold$19.99
  • Ultimate Package 1$19.99
  • 100,000 Gold$49.99

Questions

Is Empire free?
Empire is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite free?
WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Empire or WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite?
Empire is rated higher. Empire averages 4.2 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite averages 4.1 from 16 ratings.
Do Empire or WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite have ads?
Both Empire and WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite show ads.
Which is updated more often, Empire or WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite?
Empire ships an update fortnightly, and WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite every 3 days. Most recently, Empire was updated on November 2, 2026 and WW2 Battlefields Sim Lite on October 30, 2026.

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