Comparison

Domination Wars vs Civilization Wars

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

Head to head
About

Domination Wars

Engage in fast-paced, strategic real-time battles on player-designed islands. Master resource gathering, build defenses, and command diverse troops and spells to conquer opponents in thrilling PvP clashes and unique game modes.

Highlights
  • Player-designed island conquest
  • Strategic resource gathering
  • Island fortress design
  • 1v1 PvP island battles
  • Diverse troops and spells
  • Dynamic game modes and events
  • Competitive ranked system
Features
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Prepare for fast-paced, strategic RTS in Domination Wars: Command Tiny Armies in Epic Island Battles! - Conquer player-designed islands, master resource gathering, and unleash powerful troops in thrilling PvP clashes. Dive into a world where tiny units wage HUGE battles, and strategic brilliance leads to ultimate domination. - Strategic Resource Mastery: Command peons to gather magical wood, the key to building your army and defenses. Optimize your resource collection to outmaneuver your opponents. - Design Your Island Fortress: Craft unique island layouts, strategically place defensive structures, and choose powerful heroes to protect your kingdom. Customize your defenses to repel enemy attacks and secure victory. - Epic PvP Island Battles: Engage in intense 1v1 battles against player-created islands. Climb the ranks, earn legendary rewards, and prove your strategic prowess in the competitive arena. - Unleash Unique Troops & Spells: Command archers, barbarians, trolls, dragons, and more! Unlock a diverse roster of units and spells, each with unique abilities, to create the ultimate army. Master strategic unit deployment and spell usage to turn the tide of battle. - Dynamic Game Modes & Events: Experience thrilling challenges in special game modes like fog of war, storm, and jungle. Participate in regular events, including splat battles and auto chess tournaments, for unique rewards and gameplay twists. - Competitive Ranked System: Progress through the ranks, from beginner to legendary, and showcase your strategic genius. Earn chests containing valuable cards and resources to upgrade your units and enhance your tactical advantages. - Handcrafted Offline Maps: Enjoy a unique solo experience with meticulously designed maps. Perfect your strategies and prepare for the challenges of PvP battles. - Fast-Paced RTS Action: Experience fast paced battles filled with strategic depth and thrilling combat. Domination Wars delivers the excitement of real-time strategy in a bite-sized format. Join Our Thriving Community: Connect with fellow commanders on our active Discord server! Share strategies, participate in community events, and stay updated on the latest game developments. Your feedback shapes the future of Domination Wars! https://discord.gg/Fvw8qjFGM7 Constant Updates & New Content: We’re committed to adding new game modes, units, and features based on your feedback. Your journey to domination is just beginning! Download Domination Wars now and lead your tiny army to epic victory! Will you rise to the challenge and conquer the islands? Your army awaits your command, my Lord!

About

Civilization Wars

Engage in a 2D real-time strategy adventure where you build a kingdom, gather resources, and train an army. Explore new islands, defend against enemies, and conquer territories to expand your civilization. Inspired by ancient cultures, this game challenges your tactical decision-making.

Highlights
  • 2D RTS gameplay
  • Kingdom building
  • Army training
  • Island exploration
  • Territory conquest
  • Offline play
Features
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Step into the immersive world of Civilization Wars: Strategy, a 2D RTS adventure where strategy and tactical decisions determine your success. Build your kingdom, lead your army, and set sail on a ship to conquer mysterious islands. Inspired by Ancient Maya, Ancient Egypt, and Ancient Greece, this game offers the ultimate challenge in creating and expanding a thriving civilization. Take on the role of a leader in a fantasy realm where every action shapes the fate of your empire. Construct buildings, gather resources, and train your army to defend your land and explore new territories. Each level is a unique test of your strategic skills and creativity. Build your kingdom Develop your civilization by constructing farms, fortifications, and outposts. Manage resources effectively and lay the foundation for a prosperous empire. Explore new islands Venture into uncharted lands to uncover treasures, relics, and hidden challenges. Discover secrets of ancient civilizations and unlock new technologies as you expand your influence. Defend your legacy Face waves of enemies as night falls. Equip your army with swords, bows, and shields to protect your kingdom. Use tactical strategies to repel relentless invaders. Conquer and expand Lead daring raids into enemy territories to secure valuable resources and claim new lands. Plan your attacks carefully to ensure victory and grow your empire. Features - Engaging 2D RTS gameplay with immersive strategy mechanics - Build, defend, and expand in a richly detailed fantasy world - Explore levels inspired by ancient civilizations - Perfect for fans of strategy games and base-building adventures - Play offline for a dynamic single-player experience Download Civilization Wars: Strategy now and embark on an epic journey to create your legacy, conquer your enemies, and lead your kingdom to glory!

Screenshots

Domination Wars4 screens
Civilization Wars4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Civilization Wars at weekly against Domination Wars's monthly. Domination Wars's advantage is review sentiment (80% vs 66%) and iOS requirement (13.3 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Domination Wars sells 15 one-off in-app purchases and Civilization Wars sells 27 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 Domination Wars against 4.5 for Civilization Wars. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 120 and 253 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of Domination Wars's written reviews are positive against 66% of Civilization Wars's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Domination Wars ships an update monthly, Civilization Wars weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Domination Wars versus Civilization Wars: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDomination WarsCivilization Wars
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (120 ratings) — better4.5 (253 ratings)
Positive reviews80.5% of reviews — better65.7% of reviews
Number of ratings120253 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.3 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB826 MB
Age rating17+9+
DeveloperYvan TaurinesGlobal Advertising Network LTD

Customer experience

Domination Wars

All ratings120 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral5.0%
Negative5.8%
Written reviews41 reviews
Positive80.5%
Neutral7.3%
Negative12.2%

Civilization Wars

All ratings253 ratings
Positive87.4%
Neutral2.8%
Negative9.9%
Written reviews277 reviews
Positive65.7%
Neutral7.9%
Negative26.4%

Bugs and requests

Domination Wars

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Civilization Wars

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Rewards/treasure chest screen freezes
  • Inability to place more than 2 coins in some buildings
  • Phantom coins that cannot be collected

Requested features

4 requests
  • More diverse unit/building options
  • Expanded campaign and progression
  • Improved AI and battle mechanics
  • Offline mode or cloud saves

In-app purchases

15 purchases

Domination Wars

One-time15
  • Handfull of gems$0.99
  • Starter pack$1.99
  • Time Limited Offer$1.99
Show 12 more
  • Time Limited Offer$2.99
  • Time Limited Offer$3.99
  • Bag of gems$4.99
  • Time Limited Offer$5.99
  • Time Limited Offer$7.99
  • Bucket of gems$9.99
  • Time Limited Offer$14.99
  • Barrel of gems$19.99
  • Time Limited Offer$29.99
  • Time Limited Offer$49.99
  • Wheelbarrow of gems$49.99
  • Torrent of gems$99.99
27 purchases

Civilization Wars

One-time27
  • Golden Sprinkle$0.99
  • Armored Horse$1.99
  • Golden Rain$1.99
Show 24 more
  • Samurai$1.99
  • Fire Horse$2.99
  • Game speed up 2x$2.99
  • Jumpstart Offer$2.99
  • Golden Storm$2.99
  • Samurai and Armored Horse$2.99
  • Remove Ads$2.99
  • Remove ads$2.99
  • Dwarf$3.99
  • Unicorn$3.99
  • Full Game + 12 New Islands$3.99
  • Golden Storm+$3.99
  • Princess and Armored Horse$3.99
  • Samurai and Fire Horse$3.99
  • Full Game + 12 Islands$4.99
  • Golden Tornado$4.99
  • Princess and Fire Horse$4.99
  • Samurai and Unicorn$4.99
  • Dwarf and Fire Horse$5.99
  • Princess and Unicorn$5.99
  • Game speed up 2x and 3x$7.99
  • Exclusive biome$7.99
  • Combo keys Legend$9.99
  • Unique skin for your monarch$14.99

Questions

Is Domination Wars free?
Domination Wars is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Civilization Wars free?
Civilization Wars is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Domination Wars or Civilization Wars?
Domination Wars is rated higher. Domination Wars averages 4.6 out of 5 from 120 ratings, while Civilization Wars averages 4.5 from 253 ratings.
Do Domination Wars or Civilization Wars have ads?
Both Domination Wars and Civilization Wars show ads.
Which is updated more often, Domination Wars or Civilization Wars?
Domination Wars ships an update monthly, and Civilization Wars weekly. Most recently, Domination Wars was updated on September 24, 2026 and Civilization Wars on September 23, 2026.

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