# First Strike vs Nuke Simulator 2024

The clearest difference is rating: First Strike at 4.5 against Nuke Simulator 2024's 3.2. First Strike also leads on ratings volume (9K vs 17). Nuke Simulator 2024's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly) and review sentiment (63% vs 49%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. First Strike sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Nuke Simulator 2024 sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

First Strike holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: First Strike has 9K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 49% of First Strike's written reviews are positive against 63% of Nuke Simulator 2024's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

First Strike ships an update monthly, Nuke Simulator 2024 every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | First Strike | Nuke Simulator 2024 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-strike-nuclear-rts/id1434281598/reviews)** | [3.2 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nuke-simulator-2024/id6502964523/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9K** | 17 |
| Positive reviews | 48.8% of reviews | **62.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 276 MB | 189 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Blindflug](https://appshunter.io/developer/893118737) | [Rahman Mammadov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1391372218) |

## What reviewers say

### First Strike

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-strike-nuclear-rts/id1434281598)

Lead a nuclear superpower in this intense 1v1 multiplayer RTS. Launch rockets, manage resources, and outsmart rivals in online battles for global dominance. Every decision risks survival in this fast-paced strategy game.

**Highlights:** Intense Real-Time Strategy (RTS), Global Domination, Advanced Weaponry, Multiplayer Battles, Strategic Alliances, Realistic Geopolitics, Planet Destruction Simulator

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Nuclear Club | $2.99 | per month |
| Mexico | $0.99 | one-time |
| South Africa | $0.99 | one-time |
| Israel | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pakistan | $0.99 | one-time |
| Brazil | $1.99 | one-time |
| Australia | $1.99 | one-time |
| United Kingdom | $2.99 | one-time |
| Russia | $2.99 | one-time |
| China | $4.99 | one-time |
| United States | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Good game, fast-paced
- 👍 Fun and creative gameplay
- 👍 Challenging and strategic
- 🚀 Quick matches

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paywall for most content
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🐛 Multiplayer issues and disconnects
- 🐛 Unresponsive controls
- 🐛 Progression reset after updates

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes after winning
- Unable to quit or restart games
- Black screen on launch
- Diplomacy/alliance system not working
- Inconsistent missile damage and ADS functionality

**Requested features**

- Add sandbox/custom game mode
- Improve tutorial and onboarding
- More free content and unlockable nations
- Better multiplayer stability and features
- Streamline UI and controls


### Nuke Simulator 2024

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nuke-simulator-2024/id6502964523)

Explore the destructive power of nuclear weapons from various countries. Visualize their effects on a 3D map, see realistic animations, and understand the catastrophic impact on destruction and population.

**Highlights:** Select nuclear weapons from multiple countries, Visualize effects on a 3D map, Accurate depiction of weapon power (kilotons), Statistical data on destruction and affected population, Realistic animations of bomb drops and mushroom clouds, Location selection by dragging or searching

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Get 3 Tries | $0.99 | one-time |
| Get 5 tries | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Get 10 tries | $2.99 | one-time |
| Get 20 Tries | $3.99 | one-time |
| Get 50 tries | $5.99 | one-time |
| Make Pro | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is First Strike free?

First Strike is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Nuke Simulator 2024 free?

Nuke Simulator 2024 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, First Strike or Nuke Simulator 2024?

First Strike is rated higher. First Strike averages 4.5 out of 5 from 9K ratings, while Nuke Simulator 2024 averages 3.2 from 17 ratings.

### Do First Strike or Nuke Simulator 2024 have ads?

Both First Strike and Nuke Simulator 2024 show ads.

### Which is updated more often, First Strike or Nuke Simulator 2024?

First Strike ships an update monthly, and Nuke Simulator 2024 every 3 days. Most recently, First Strike was updated on October 26, 2026 and Nuke Simulator 2024 on October 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*