Comparison

Pirate Code vs Navy War

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

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About

Pirate Code

Engage in thrilling 5v5 naval battles with unique captains and customizable battleships. Explore the seas, defeat mythical creatures, and upgrade your vessel for strategic combat. Play solo or join a fleet for epic online skirmishes.

Highlights
  • 5v5 online fantasy naval battles
  • 12 unique battleships with different abilities
  • 10 heroic captains with special powers
  • Ship customization with armor, cannons, and torpedoes
  • Defeat the Kraken and quest for treasure
  • Support for AR mode
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Take to the high seas in full scale PvP naval warfare, with fast paced conflicts packed with ship-to-ship seaborne action. Choose to play as a lone wolf, or join a fleet and take part in epic ten player skirmishes at sea. Choose a captain armed with unique firepower, board a powerful battleship and dominate the high seas! Aye Aye Captain Choose your Pirate Code Captain, each with their own fearsome battle ability, from Vasco De Gama’s lethal fireball, Billy’s mighty energy wave, Hattori’s cunning invisibility shield, and Catalina’s fearsome frost arrow! Choosing the right captain and create a strategic advantage on the ocean wave! Ship Shape Choose from one of nine powerful battleships to take into the fray from the dreaded Obsidian and the swift Dragon to the mighty Flying Dutchman. Each ship has different attributes, designed to give you the edge over the competition. Set Sail Prepare for battle with enhanced armour, cannons or torpedoes before taking to the high seas in intense ship-to-ship combat. #PRODUCT FEATURES# - Take part in 5v5, on-line, fantasy naval battles on an epic scale. - Set off on a pirate journey into the unknown, defeat the Kraken on the quest for treasure. - MIGHTY VESSELS Choose from one of 12 awesome battleships each with different abilities and handling designed to give you the edge on the high seas. - Choose from one of 10 heroic captains to steer your ship to victory! Each captain enables a unique power from powerful mighty energy waves, invisibility shields, and fearsome frost arrows! - Different combinations of captain, skill and ship allow you to deploy multiple strategies to conquer the high seas! - Blind your battleship up with better armor, beefy cannons or hard hitting volleys of torpedoes. - Prepare for battle with enhanced armor, cannons or torpedoes before taking to the high seas. - Join a fleet and battle for collective glory, or play on your own as a lone shark! - Unleash all manner of attacks on the enemy fleet from frost beams, shark attacks, and fireballs or be more strategic with healing and invisibility skills. - Complete a series of maritime missions and win precious gold! - Dominate one of 3 maps to claim victory. - Support AR mode. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/piratecode777 Contact us support@tangram-games.com

About

Navy War

Command a fleet of modern and historical warships in intense online PvP battles. Engage in realistic sea combat, upgrade your vessels, and strategize to dominate the ocean. Experience the thrill of naval warfare with stunning visuals and diverse ship types.

Highlights
  • Online PvP multiplayer battles
  • Command diverse warships (WW2 to modern)
  • Upgrade ships with weapons and emblems
  • Realistic sea combat simulator
  • Squad up with friends or go solo
  • Stunning 3D visuals
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— Captain, we need your naval expertise. A standoff in the pacific zone has begun — the enemy fleet is advancing with battleships and firepower. Our modern armada stands by, but only your command can turn it into a true force. Let your military instincts lead the fleet to victory. Show them who’s the true king of naval warfare. This is Navy War, and we need you in the game — where tactics decide the outcome and a legend is forged in wars. — Wow! So what’s the mission status? — High alert, Captain. Intense PvP warfare is underway. Battleships, submarines, uboats, and a massive aircraft carrier are heading to the bay. You’ll lead our Navy in realistic sea combat — no tanks or planes, only pure warships universe. This is the battle that defines naval command. —And my fleet? — A full range of vessels awaits — from WW2 icons to modern 20th century cruisers, destroyers, and the legendary battleship Yamato. The legacy of WW2 lives on as 2 generations of naval tactics clash on the battlefield, with ships from world war 1. Engage in epic action online, commanding your own mobile fleet and upgrading each ship with torpedoes, guns, and emblems. Every boat offers a unique driving experience at sea — from heavy ships to nimble boats. These machines are ready for war. Fans of boating will value the freedom of control. Whether it's a warship craft, or a vessel for modern combat, your command decides its fate. — Will it be multiplayer? — Yes, Sir. It’s an online MMO with real-time PvP combat. Battle players worldwide in massive naval warfare, battling for control of key sea zones. Form squads with friends or go solo. Plan your attack and dominate the ocean. It’s you against the world, where every military decision could change the course of battle. These aren’t just matches — they’re wars built on strategy. — And the enemy? — Furious, relentless, and heavily armed. Expect battles that push your survival instincts — with intense shooting, submarine attack runs, and surprise assaults. The sea will thunder with fire, gun salvos, and explosive fury. — Sounds like I’ll need my full crew. — Indeed. The Atlantic and Pacific fleets are counting on you. Uboat activity near the empire’s borders has been confirmed. Intelligence reports their army and special forces may launch a coastal strike. Lead the charge and turn the tide of this ocean war. One wrong move, and it could spark world war 3 on the seas. — What else should I know? — This mobile action game offers the best visuals in the genre. Unlike other war games, it puts you in direct control of your naval fleet. Each battlefield feels alive — from crashing waves to burning decks — with detail that makes you say wow! It’s a true navy combat simulator, blending world war 2 with modern strategic depth. And it’s free to play game. Intense vehicle combat at sea. — And the rewards? — Complete daily missions, win tournaments, collect medals, launch a sea raid, and unlock legendary ships. Climb the navy hero ranks and prove you're among the top among us. Heroes are made at sea. — Any aircrafts involved? — Only as support, Sir. No aerial combat. This is sea-only warfare. — Very well, sailor. I’ll take the command. This is my call to duty, and I won't back down. — For the ocean. For the fleet. For the future! FEATURES: - Epic online PvP battles - Legendary ships: from Aurora to Yamato - Tactical gameplay and strategy - Upgrade your fleet, weapons & gear - Realistic naval standoff - Naval shooter with stunning graphics, better than most shooting games DOWNLOAD NAVY WAR FOR FREE NOW! SUBSCRIBE FOR UPDATES: Facebook - https://bit.ly/3r4RRhw Discord - https://bit.ly/3H4Urtq VK - https://bit.ly/3H8MJOZ OK - https://bit.ly/3AEAaIL

Screenshots

Pirate Code4 screens
Navy War4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Pirate Code at 3.9K against Navy War's 128. Pirate Code also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. Pirate Code sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Navy War sells 25 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Pirate Code against 4.6 for Navy War. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pirate Code has 3.9K ratings behind it against 128, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 65% of Pirate Code's written reviews are positive against 67% of Navy War's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Pirate Code versus Navy War: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPirate CodeNavy War
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (3.9K ratings)4.6 (128 ratings) — better
Positive reviews64.8% of reviews67.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3.9K — better128
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size1.0 GB1.4 GB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperTangram Interactive B.V.XDEVS LTD

Customer experience

Pirate Code

All ratings3,888 ratings
Positive91.1%
Neutral3.8%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews741 reviews
Positive64.8%
Neutral10.0%
Negative25.2%

Navy War

All ratings128 ratings
Positive93.0%
Neutral1.6%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews89 reviews
Positive67.4%
Neutral5.6%
Negative27.0%

User reviews

Pirate Code

From 3.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great gameplay
  • 👍 Fun and addictive
  • 💎 Generous rewards for F2P players
  • 🎨 Beautiful graphics
  • 🤝 Good team-based gameplay

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and connection issues
  • ⏱️ Long chest unlock times
  • 🤖 Matchmaking issues with high-level players
  • 💰 Potential pay-to-win elements
  • 🔍 Lack of communication from developers

Navy War

From 128 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎮 Fun and engaging gameplay
  • 🎨 Amazing graphics and visual quality
  • 📱 Works well on multiple devices (Mac, iPad, iPhone)
  • ⚡ Simple and easy-to-learn controls
  • 🎯 Realistic naval warfare mechanics

Room to improve

  • ⏳ Very long loading times
  • 💰 Pay-to-win mechanics heavily favored
  • 💸 Extremely expensive in-app purchases
  • 🐢 Slow progression without spending money
  • 🤖 Many bot opponents instead of real players

Bugs and requests

Pirate Code

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Invisible/glitched ships during battles
  • Incorrect chest unlock times
  • Inability to rejoin matches after crashes
  • Unresponsive UI elements
  • Persistent login/connection issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • More game modes and maps
  • Ability to customize ships and captains
  • Improved fleet/social features
  • Offline/single-player content
  • Better progression system

Navy War

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • Game crashes when purchasing ammunition
  • Frequent disconnections and network errors during battles
  • Game freezes during mission setup
  • Guns not moving or responding to aim commands
  • Binocular UI placement causing control issues
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  • Aiming reticle jumping between ships
  • Silver currency not being properly awarded after wins
  • Purchased features arbitrarily removed
  • Advertisement freezing and requiring restart
  • Black screen on startup with hand cursor
  • Game becomes unplayable after updates
  • Communication errors during combat

Requested features

10 requests
  • Ship building/customization mode
  • Aircraft carriers
  • Planes and helicopters
  • Anti-aircraft weapons
  • More game modes and missions
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  • Better graphics improvements
  • More diverse maps and engagements
  • Improved opponent AI
  • Accessibility features for blind players
  • Better control customization options

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Pirate Code

One-time11
  • Black Pearl Debut Pack$1.99
  • Handful of Diamonds$1.99
  • Pile of Diamonds$4.99
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  • Pass$4.99
  • Elite Pass$8.99
  • Black Pearl Extention Pack$9.99
  • Flying Dutch Extention Pack$9.99
  • Pouch of Diamonds$9.99
  • Monthly Card$9.99
  • Bag of Diamonds$19.99
  • Crate of Diamonds$99.99
25 purchases

Navy War

One-time25
  • 300 Gold$0.99
  • Small Gold Reserve$0.99
  • 600 Gold$1.99
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  • Gold Reserve Small$1.99
  • 240 000 Silver$1.99
  • Gold Reserve Medium$3.49
  • 660 000 Silver$4.99
  • 1 800 Gold$4.99
  • Season Progress Points 1$4.99
  • Battle Tokens 1$4.99
  • Season 3: Standart Pass$4.99
  • Gold Reserve Big$4.99
  • VIP for 7 DAYS$5.99
  • 1 420 000 Silver$9.99
  • 3 800 Gold$9.99
  • PREMIUM PASS2 variants$9.99
  • Season 3: Premuim Pass$9.99
  • VIP for 30 DAYS$17.99
  • 3 040 000 Silver$19.99
  • 7 900 Gold$19.99
  • Battle Tokens 2$19.99
  • 7 980 000 Silver$49.99
  • 21 400 Gold$49.99
  • 16 760 000 Silver$99.99
  • 45 300 Gold$99.99

Questions

Is Pirate Code free?
Pirate Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Navy War free?
Navy War is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pirate Code or Navy War?
Navy War is rated higher. Pirate Code averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.9K ratings, while Navy War averages 4.6 from 128 ratings.
Do Pirate Code or Navy War have ads?
Both Pirate Code and Navy War show ads.
Which is updated more often, Pirate Code or Navy War?
Pirate Code ships an update monthly, and Navy War monthly. Most recently, Pirate Code was updated on September 21, 2026 and Navy War on September 15, 2026.

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