XCOM 2 Collection vs HardBall Classic
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
XCOM 2 Collection
Lead a resistance against an alien occupation on Earth. Engage in turn-based tactical combat, customize your soldiers, and undertake unique missions. This collection includes the full game and all DLC packs, optimized for mobile devices.
- Turn-based tactical combat
- Full game and DLC included
- Mobile-optimized touch interface
- Soldier customization
- Procedurally generated missions
- Alien resistance gameplay
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READ BEFORE BUYING: Please expand this description and read the full list of supported devices below to confirm that your device is supported. Aliens rule Earth with a new order promising a brilliant future for those who conform, while silencing all those who do not. At the edges of the world, the scattered forces of XCOM gather to defend humanity, ignite a global resistance, and reclaim the planet. Bring down the alien regime from your iPad or iPhone with the XCOM 2 Collection; the complete experience of XCOM 2: War of the Chosen and four DLC packs in a single package with no in-app purchases. COMPLETE COMMAND Delivers all the turn-based tactical challenges of XCOM 2: War of the Chosen. ENGINEERED FOR iOS Lead the Resistance using a touch-screen Command Interface designed for mobile. CUSTOMISE YOUR SQUADS Customise each soldier’s look, loadout and abilities. EVERY GAME A UNIQUE CHALLENGE Direct your forces through a near-infinite combination of goals, missions, and maps. INCLUDES FOUR DLC PACKS Access new missions, soldier types, and enemies with XCOM 2's DLC packs. XCOM 2 Collection requires iOS 18 or later. You need 11GB of free space on your device, though we recommend at least double this to avoid initial installation issues. Supported iPhones: • iPhone XR and later • iPhone SE (2nd generation, 2020) and later • iPhone Air (2025) Supported iPads: • iPad - 8th Generation (2020) and later • iPad mini - 5th Generation (2019) and later • iPad Air - 3rd Generation (2019) and later • iPad Pro - 3rd Generation (2018) and later • If you require assistance, please contact our support team at support@feralinteractive.com © 2026 Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. Originally developed by Firaxis Games. Take-Two Interactive Software, 2K, Firaxis Games, XCOM, XCOM 2, and their respective logos are trademarks of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. Developed for and published on iOS by Feral Interactive. iOS and the iOS logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Feral and the Feral logo are trademarks of Feral Interactive Ltd. All other marks and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
HardBall Classic
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HardBall brings classic brick-breaking gameplay to your phone with challenging levels, fast action, and timeless arcade fun. Take control of your paddle and clear all 15 levels by smashing bricks, collecting extra balls, and mastering each stage's unique layout. Inspired by the great ball-and-paddle games of the past, HardBall combines straightforward controls with increasingly challenging gameplay that rewards both quick reflexes and careful planning. Features • 15 unique levels • Multiple control options • Special brick types with unique effects • Unlockable visual themes • Local high score tracking • Play offline anytime • Designed specifically for your phone Challenge Yourself Each level introduces new patterns and challenges that require skill, precision, and strategy. Whether you're chasing a high score or trying to conquer every stage, HardBall delivers the satisfying arcade gameplay that has made brick-breaking games a classic for generations. Think you've beaten the game? Not so fast. After completing all 15 levels, the challenge begins again with increased ball speed. Each trip through the levels becomes faster and more demanding. How many times can you make it through all 15 levels before the game beats you? Download HardBall and put your reflexes to the test. Terms of Use (EULA): https://asktonyapp.github.io/hardball/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://asktonyapp.github.io/hardball/privacy.html Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your App Store account settings.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: HardBall Classic at Free against XCOM 2 Collection's $14.99. HardBall Classic also leads on update cadence (daily vs monthly). XCOM 2 Collection's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and chart position (#58 vs unranked). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
HardBall Classic is free to download; XCOM 2 Collection costs $14.99 up front. HardBall Classic sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per year. XCOM 2 Collection asks for nothing beyond the download.
XCOM 2 Collection ships an update monthly, HardBall Classic daily. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | XCOM 2 Collection | HardBall Classic |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $14.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.3 (1.1K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 62.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #58 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3.4 GB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Feral Interactive Ltd | BRIAN AMMON BUTT |
Bugs and requests
XCOM 2 Collection
Reported bugs
4 issues- Inability to change equipment
- Crashes on certain missions
- Disappearing save files
- Issues with device compatibility
Requested features
4 requests- Add controller support
- Provide option to disable War of the Chosen
- Improve camera controls and UI
- Add more graphical settings
HardBall Classic
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
XCOM 2 Collection
No in-app purchases
HardBall Classic
- One Year subscription$0.991 Year
- Life Time Subscription$4.99








