Comparison

Apocalip Tactics vs Nodewar

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

Head to head
About

Apocalip Tactics

Engage in turn-based tactical warfare as a commander, issuing orders to units to outmaneuver and destroy opponents. Choose from challenging AI campaigns or test your skills in online multiplayer battles, including ranked 1v1 and 2v2 matches.

Highlights
  • Turn-based strategy gameplay
  • AI campaigns with increasing difficulty
  • Online multiplayer custom games
  • Ranked 1v1 & 2v2 matches
  • Global player rankings
  • Continuous development with new content
Features
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Turn based predictable strategy game where you can fight against players all around the world. Apocalip is a very realistic war strategy game in which you as a commander have to give orders to your units wisely enough to be able to destroy your enemies before the kill you CHOOSE THE TYPE OF BATTLE YOU LIKE THE MOST: - Play different campaigns designed to be harder as you progress. Every move counts in these special missions against the AI. - Online multiplayer custom games choosing your enemies and allies. Beat them all and dominate all races and map types. - Ranked games 1vs1 & 2vs2. Move up as much as you can in the ranking and play against the most skilled strategist in the world. CONTINUOUS DEVELOPMENT The tech team is developing new units, spells, maps, missions and much more to make the game better every day!! WORLD WIDE RANKING Fight against other players around the world!! ONE MAN GAME This game has been developed by only one person, so all the support and help that you can give is very very welcome.

About

Nodewar

Features
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Welcome to Nodewar! Command nodes, outsmart the AI, and conquer the grid across 40 handcrafted levels and 5 unique worlds. Nodewar is a minimalist strategy game where you command nodes on a grid to capture enemy territory. Send units along connections, outgrow your opponents, and conquer every node to claim victory. FIVE UNIQUE WORLDS • Foundations — Learn the basics of node warfare • Strategy — Generators, fortresses, and relays change the game • Mastery — Limited moves and chain reactions test your skill • Fog of War — Hidden nodes add tension and surprise • Time Attack — Race against the clock with every constraint combined 40 HANDCRAFTED LEVELS Each level is a unique puzzle of positioning, timing, and resource management. Earn up to 3 stars per level based on your speed. DAILY CHALLENGES A new procedurally generated level every day. Build your streak and sharpen your tactics. KEY FEATURES • Clean, minimalist design with smooth animations • Three AI personalities: aggressive, defensive, and balanced • Undo system to correct mistakes • Adjustable game speed (1x, 2x, 3x) • Five premium cosmetic themes to customize your style • iCloud sync across devices • No ads. Ever. Nodewar rewards careful thinking over quick reflexes. Every level can be won with the right strategy.

Screenshots

Apocalip Tactics4 screens
Nodewar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Apocalip Tactics at none against Nodewar's 6. Apocalip Tactics also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.4). Nodewar's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs fortnightly). 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. Nodewar sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Apocalip Tactics asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Apocalip Tactics ships an update fortnightly, Nodewar every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Apocalip Tactics versus Nodewar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterApocalip TacticsNodewar
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better26.4
Further details — not scored
Size299 MB4 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperIsmael FuentesPragmaTec

In-app purchases

None

Apocalip Tactics

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Nodewar

One-time6
  • Neon Glow$0.99
  • Toxic$0.99
  • Solar Flare$0.99
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  • Phantom$0.99
  • Royal$0.99
  • Unlock Full Game$4.99

Questions

Is Apocalip Tactics free?
Apocalip Tactics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nodewar free?
Nodewar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Apocalip Tactics or Nodewar have ads?
Neither Apocalip Tactics nor Nodewar shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Apocalip Tactics or Nodewar?
Apocalip Tactics ships an update fortnightly, and Nodewar every 2 days. Most recently, Apocalip Tactics was updated on October 11, 2026 and Nodewar on October 24, 2026.

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