Comparison

Classic Nim vs The Army

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

Head to head
About

Classic Nim

Experience the classic strategy game of Nim. Challenge yourself or a friend by taking turns removing stones from piles. The goal is to avoid being the last player to take a stone.

Highlights
  • Configurable board
  • One player mode
  • Two player mode
  • Leveled AI opponent
  • Classic Nim gameplay
Features
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The classic board game Nim. Players take turns removing stones from piles and try not to be the last one to remove a stone. Features a configurable board, one and two player modes, as well as a leveled AI.

About

The Army

Lead your forces to victory in this idle strategy game. Customize your army with diverse units and dynamic upgrades. Compete in weekly tournaments and events to earn rewards and prove your strategic prowess.

Highlights
  • Dynamic army upgrades
  • Diverse unit types
  • Progressive gameplay
  • Weekly tournaments & events
  • Ever-growing arsenal
Features
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Join the ranks of strategic masters in "The Army," the ultimate idle strategy game where your leadership skills are put to the test! Key Features: Dynamic Army Upgrades: Customize your army with power-ups, health boosts, increased attack speed, and more. Every decision counts! Diverse Unit Types: Expand your army with a variety of units including archers, wizards, healers, and other powerful warriors. Progressive Gameplay: Each defeat is just a step towards greater strength. Upgrade your base stats and start each round stronger and more prepared. Weekly Tournaments & Special Events: Prove your strategic prowess in thrilling tournaments and events. Compete for glory and earn exclusive rewards. Ever-Growing Arsenal: Continuously strengthen your army with unique rewards and powerful upgrades, ensuring that no two battles are the same. About the Game: In "The Army," you'll embark on an epic journey of strategy and management. Your task? To build an invincible army capable of conquering any challenge. With each battle, you'll refine your strategy, upgrade your troops, and push your limits to achieve ultimate victory. Whether you're a seasoned strategist or a newcomer to the genre, "The Army" offers a deep, engaging experience that evolves with your play style. With its intuitive idle mechanics, you can progress even when you're not actively playing. Join "The Army" now and lead your forces to glory! Are you ready to make your mark in the annals of strategy gaming? Download now and start your conquest!

Screenshots

Classic Nim4 screens
The Army4 screens

Verdict

The call

Classic Nim and The Army both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 73% of Classic Nim's written reviews are positive against 30% of The Army's. Classic Nim also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10). The Army's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (4.4K vs 99). On price, rating, 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. The Army sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Classic Nim asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Classic Nim against 4.6 for The Army. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Army has 4.4K ratings behind it against 99, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 73% of Classic Nim's written reviews are positive against 30% of The Army's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Classic Nim ships an update every 9 months, The Army every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Classic Nim versus The Army: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClassic NimThe Army
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (99 ratings) — better4.6 (4.4K ratings)
Positive reviews73.3% of reviews — better30.5% of reviews
Number of ratings994.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB196 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperDrew BratcherFIRE STUDIOS OYUN TEKNOLOJILERI ANONIM SIRKETI

Customer experience

Classic Nim

All ratings98 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral3.1%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive73.3%
Neutral13.3%
Negative13.3%

The Army

All ratings4,394 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral1.6%
Negative7.6%
Written reviews466 reviews
Positive30.5%
Neutral12.9%
Negative56.7%

Bugs and requests

Classic Nim

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

The Army

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes after updates
  • Purchased upgrades not working as intended
  • Duplication issues with card unlocks
  • Tournaments become unplayable at higher levels

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to control unit targeting
  • More diverse unit types and strategies
  • Random level generation
  • Faster gameplay speed options
  • Paid ad removal option

In-app purchases

None

Classic Nim

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

The Army

One-time10
  • Ticket 1$2.99
  • Starter Gem Pack$4.99
  • Ticket 2$6.99
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  • Starter Pack$9.99
  • Game Speed Forever$9.99
  • Medium Gem Pack$9.99
  • Large Gem Pack$19.99
  • Ultimate Game Speed$19.99
  • Epic Pack$29.99
  • Mountain Gem Pack$29.99

Questions

Is Classic Nim free?
Classic Nim is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Army free?
The Army is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Classic Nim or The Army?
Classic Nim is rated higher. Classic Nim averages 4.7 out of 5 from 99 ratings, while The Army averages 4.6 from 4.4K ratings.
Do Classic Nim or The Army have ads?
Neither Classic Nim nor The Army shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Classic Nim or The Army?
Classic Nim ships an update every 9 months, and The Army every 3 days. Most recently, Classic Nim was updated on November 1, 2026 and The Army on November 4, 2026.

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