Comparison

World Empire vs Thrones War

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

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About

World Empire

Lead a nation to global dominance in this turn-based strategy game. Utilize diplomacy, economic power, and military might to conquer rivals and build a supreme empire. Features realistic world conditions and an intelligent AI for endless replayability.

Highlights
  • Turn-Based Strategy
  • Global Empire Building
  • Real-World Conditions
  • Intelligent AI
  • Multiplayer Options
  • Extensive Weaponry
Features
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World Empire is a turn based strategy game where you take control of one of 180 countries and strive to build an empire. Use diplomacy, war, and economic might to conquer your foes and become the supreme leader. With a highly intelligent AI system and real-world economic and military conditions, World Empire offers endless replayability. Game story The year is 2027 and the world is in chaos. The world markets collapse and with it world order. NATO and old alliances are no longer relevant while everyone is fighting for resources. The United States newly-elected president decides to focus on home affairs focusing on the economy and rebuilding the country's economy. The United States starts pulling back its forces from around the world. Europe with huge floods of refugees and weak Euro cannot affect global affairs while America is in crisis. The world is left to deal with razing powers and tension become extremely high in east Europe, south China sea and Middle East... A big uprising overthrew the existing government in your country. As leader of the uprising you got unlimited authority in the country to lead and rebuild. The parliament nominated you and your way to make the country into an empire. As the new leader, your goal is to ultimately become the supreme leader. Using everything from diplomacy to war, you must strive to build an empire, both economically and militarily superior to all others. Are you ready to lead, Supreme Commander? Select your country and start to play. Game Features * Turn-Based Strategy: Strategize, plan, and outmaneuver your rivals. * Global Empire Building: Conquer nations, grow your economy, and build a mighty military. * Real-World Conditions: Experience current world events and country statuses. * Intelligent AI: Face challenging AI opponents. * 40+ supported languages: Play in your preferred language. The game offers a wide range of features, including access to global Weapons Suppliers, a Spy Center, a War Room, Diplomats, the United Nations, an Economy system, Technology, and World News Distribution (Economy, Relations, Spy, and War). All this is powered by advanced Artificial Intelligence. Arm yourself with an arsenal of weaponry, including Mercenaries, Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs), Tanks, Artillery, Anti-Air Missiles, Helicopters, Fighter Jets, Ships, Submarines, Fighting Robots, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), Aircraft Carriers, and Ballistic missiles. Multiplayer Challenge friends and players worldwide with online multiplayer and local play options for up to 8 players. Each player manages their country and communicates through private messages. Accessibility VoiceOver users can enable accessibility mode by tapping three times with three fingers upon launching the game. Play with swipes and double-taps. (Please ensure TalkBack or any voice-over programs are closed before starting the game). Take on the mission, Commander, and lead your chosen country to become the supreme empire. Best of luck from the iGindis Team!

About

Thrones War

Explore a vast world map in this mini strategy game simulating ancient civilizations. Learn about human history and development through engaging gameplay and historical events.

Highlights
  • Explore a large world map
  • Simulate ancient civilizations
  • Understand civilization development
  • Historical event chapters
  • High degree of freedom
Features
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Mini ancient strategy game with a large world map to explore, in which you can simulate different ancient civilizations. The game has a high degree of freedom, and in the game, players can quickly understand the history of the development of civilization in the human world. History is a faithful record of people's activities in the past. The meaning of its existence is to let people sum up the past, enrich future life, and pass on the spark of human civilization. In the game history mode, the game will have different chapters showing ancient historical events, and the first chapter has been updated so stay tuned for future updates of the game. Thank you for your support.

Screenshots

World Empire4 screens
Thrones War4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: World Empire at 4.3 against Thrones War's 3.2. World Empire also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (512 vs 48). Thrones War's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and review sentiment (73% vs 63%). On price, ads and device support 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. World Empire sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Thrones War asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

World Empire holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: World Empire has 512 ratings behind it against 48, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 63% of World Empire's written reviews are positive against 73% of Thrones War's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

World Empire ships an update every 5 weeks, Thrones War every 4 months. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
World Empire versus Thrones War: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWorld EmpireThrones War
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (512 ratings) — better3.2 (48 ratings)
Positive reviews63.2% of reviews73.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings512 — better48
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.611.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size229 MB138 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperEran Gindi春华 李

Customer experience

World Empire

All ratings512 ratings
Positive83.2%
Neutral3.9%
Negative12.9%
Written reviews495 reviews
Positive63.2%
Neutral11.7%
Negative25.1%

Thrones War

All ratings48 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative41.7%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive73.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative20.0%

Bugs and requests

World Empire

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Disappearing troops
  • Broken purchase/token system
  • Constant update prompts despite being updated
  • Inability to attack neighboring countries
  • Rebels taking over entire world
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  • Buttons not working in certain screens

Requested features

10 requests
  • More free gameplay options
  • Ability to watch ads for rewards
  • Option to disable nuclear/ballistic weapons
  • Improved map and graphics
  • Better country data accuracy
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  • More diplomatic and economic features
  • Ability to control troops in battle
  • Save/load progress and scenarios
  • Customization options for units
  • Ally support and joint operations

Thrones War

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

World Empire

One-time5
  • Starter package$0.99
  • Copper package$1.99
  • Silver package$2.99
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  • Gold package$13.99
  • Platinum package$26.99
None

Thrones War

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is World Empire free?
World Empire is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Thrones War free?
Thrones War is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, World Empire or Thrones War?
World Empire is rated higher. World Empire averages 4.3 out of 5 from 512 ratings, while Thrones War averages 3.2 from 48 ratings.
Do World Empire or Thrones War have ads?
Both World Empire and Thrones War show ads.
Which is updated more often, World Empire or Thrones War?
World Empire ships an update every 5 weeks, and Thrones War every 4 months. Most recently, World Empire was updated on September 23, 2026 and Thrones War on September 23, 2026.

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