# World Conqueror 1945 vs Catan Universe

The clearest difference is review sentiment: World Conqueror 1945 at 90% against Catan Universe's 13%. World Conqueror 1945 also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.8) and in-app purchases (none vs 6). Catan Universe's advantage is price (Free vs $2.99) and ratings volume (31K vs 161). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Catan Universe is free to download; World Conqueror 1945 costs $2.99 up front. Catan Universe sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. World Conqueror 1945 asks for nothing beyond the download.

World Conqueror 1945 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Catan Universe has 31K ratings behind it against 161, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of World Conqueror 1945's written reviews are positive against 13% of Catan Universe's.

World Conqueror 1945 ships an update every 3 months, Catan Universe every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 10, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | World Conqueror 1945 | Catan Universe |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (161 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/world-conqueror-1945/id426603626/reviews)** | [3.8 (31K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catan-universe/id1220346113/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 161 | **31K** |
| Positive reviews | **90.4% of reviews** | 12.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#154** |
| Size | 33 MB | 901 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [悦 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/326125633) | [United Soft Media Verlag GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/330111789) |

## What reviewers say

### World Conqueror 1945

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/world-conqueror-1945/id426603626)

Engage in strategic warfare set during World War II. Command diverse troops, manage resources, and conquer territories to dominate the world. Experience historical battles and develop your military might.

**Highlights:** Conquest and Battle modes, Territory management, Resource development, Troop experience and medals, Military card system, Historical battle scenarios

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great strategy game
- 👍 Simple and fun gameplay
- 🕰 Addictive and time-consuming
- 💡 Axis & Allies-style gameplay
- 🎨 Good graphics and design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🕰 Slow gameplay and long wait times
- 🔍 Lack of zoom and UI issues
- 🤖 Weak AI and unbalanced gameplay
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Reported bugs**

- Resolution and full-screen issues
- Inconsistent dice rolls and unit interactions
- Allies and enemies not behaving as expected
- Crashes and freezes on certain devices
- Compatibility problems with iOS updates

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer mode
- More historical campaigns and scenarios
- Additional unit types and customization
- Ability to control allied forces
- End-of-game statistics and metrics


### Catan Universe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catan-universe/id1220346113)

**Currently charting:** #154 Top Free · Strategy, #163 Top Grossing · Board, #199 Top Free · Board (US App Store)

Experience the classic board game and its card game counterpart on your mobile device. Trade, build, and settle on the island of Catan, competing against players worldwide. Unlock expansions and new game modes for endless strategic fun.

**Highlights:** Trade, build, and settle, Play across multiple devices with one account, Faithful adaptation of board and card games, Design your own avatar, Chat with players and form guilds, Participate in seasons and win prizes, Unlock achievements and rewards

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 200 Catan Gold | $2.99 | one-time |
| 300 Catan Gold | $3.99 | one-time |
| 500 Catan Gold | $4.99 | one-time |
| 900 Catan Gold | $7.99 | one-time |
| 1700 Catan Gold | $14.99 | one-time |
| 3000 Catan Gold | $26.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great representation of board game
- 👍 Lots of game modes and expansions
- 🎨 Good visual design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🔁 Unreliable connectivity and server issues
- 🤖 Unfair and unbalanced AI
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes and gets stuck during play
- Frequent log-out and login issues
- Inconsistent enforcement of game rules
- Disappearing resources and settlements

**Requested features**

- Add ability to mute group chat
- Improve trade interface and AI trading behavior
- Randomize dice rolls and resource distribution
- Provide more customization options for game setup


## Frequently asked questions

### Is World Conqueror 1945 free?

World Conqueror 1945 costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Catan Universe free?

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

### Which has better reviews, World Conqueror 1945 or Catan Universe?

World Conqueror 1945 is rated higher. World Conqueror 1945 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 161 ratings, while Catan Universe averages 3.8 from 31K ratings.

### Do World Conqueror 1945 or Catan Universe have ads?

Neither World Conqueror 1945 nor Catan Universe shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, World Conqueror 1945 or Catan Universe?

World Conqueror 1945 ships an update every 3 months, and Catan Universe every 2 months. Most recently, World Conqueror 1945 was updated on November 10, 2026 and Catan Universe on November 10, 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.*