# Takeover vs Sortie

The clearest difference is ads: Takeover at none against Sortie's shown. Takeover also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 11 days) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Takeover sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Sortie sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Takeover ships an update every 3 days, Sortie every 11 days. Both last shipped on September 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Takeover | Sortie |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/takeover/id299967205/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **10** | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 11 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 18 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [404 Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/299967208) | [No Worries! Lifestyle, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1517663033) |

## What reviewers say

### Takeover

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/takeover/id299967205)

A rebuilt strategy classic offering 600 adventure levels and offline multiplayer. Conquer territories, unlock tokens, and master tactics with modern visuals and smooth gameplay. Play anywhere, even without internet.

**Highlights:** 600 adventure levels, Offline multiplayer (Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Direct), Local pass-and-play mode, Modern visuals and animations, Strategic territory control gameplay, No internet required for multiplayer

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| 250 Diamonds | $1.99 | one-time |
| Large Diamond Pack | $4.99 | one-time |


### Sortie

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sortie-turn-based-strategy/id6771891840)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Takeover free?

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

### Is Sortie free?

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

### Do Takeover or Sortie have ads?

Sortie shows ads; Takeover does not.

### Which is updated more often, Takeover or Sortie?

Takeover ships an update every 3 days, and Sortie every 11 days. Most recently, Takeover was updated on September 30, 2026 and Sortie on September 30, 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.*