Comparison

MechCom vs After Inc.

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

Head to head
About

MechCom

Engage in fast-paced 3D real-time strategy battles with simple controls and unit customization. Build your army, capture resources, and outmaneuver a challenging AI across various maps. Progress through ranks and unlock powerful mech combinations.

Highlights
  • 3D real-time strategy gameplay
  • Unit assembly and customization
  • Challenging AI opponents
  • Resource collection mechanics
  • Upgrade system for units and structures
  • Multiple maps and game modes
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3D Real-time strategy with simple controls, units assembly, attractive graphics, upgrade system and challenging AI. MechCom is a new fast-paced stable 3D action RTS that is optimised for mobile devices. It’s heavily influenced by the popular open-source RTS, Warzone 2100 and Dune. It takes place in the year 2100 when two corporations go at it deploying powerful mechs and heavy hardware from the mothership in a classic RTS environment in the hunt for resources. It uses fluid touch controls that are aimed for simplicity and ease of use. Classic old-school resource collection mechanics are favoured as well as simple clear graphics. There are a number of customised mechs you can build as well as various structures. There are also a handful of upgrades that you can utilise which can mean the difference between victory and defeat against a clever and challenging AI. Finally there are a large number of maps (zones) to choose from for Custom Games or you can go with a Ranked Game where the computer matches you to your skill level depending on your rank and how many promotion points you have earned to keep you challenged. === How To Play === Gameplay primarily consists of building individual units and structures on build pads. You build a refinery to harvest minerals and convert them to money. You then use the money to build a broad assortment of unit components, upgrades and an assortment of structures such as an Armory to unlock multiple component upgrades (also costing money) and a turret for example. Once you create your army, you can converge on the map to take control of Beacons where you can deploy more units. Capturing and keeping Beacons is vital in making your way across the map. Engage and eliminate all opponent units and structures to be declared the victor. === Game Features === • Basic Tutorial. • Challenging AI. • Simple 3D graphics. • 7 Ranks to progress though. • Simple large touch controls. • 12 maps set in 3 different landscapes. • NO ADS OR IN-APP PURCHASES EVER! • Old-school resources collection system. • 2 game modes (Ranked Game and Custom Game). • 16 unique combinations of mechs PLUS UPGRADES! === Game Tips === • Strongest is not always best. • Upgrades and key to victory. • Hover chassis can go over water and works great for scouts. • Speed is important. Build as fast and as efficiently as you can. • Capture and keep as many Beacons as you can for the advantage. • Collect as many minerals as you can before the enemy collects them all. Good luck and have fun!

About

After Inc.

Rebuild civilization after a zombie apocalypse by building a settlement, exploring, and scavenging for resources. Make difficult societal decisions and defend against zombie threats in a persistent campaign.

Highlights
  • Build and expand settlements
  • Explore a post-apocalyptic world
  • Scavenge for resources
  • Make difficult societal decisions
  • Defend against zombie infestations
  • Research new technologies
  • Persistent campaign with multiple settlements
Features
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Can you rebuild civilization after a zombie apocalypse? From the creator of Plague Inc. comes a unique blend of strategic simulation, survival city builder and ‘mini 4X’. Decades after the Necroa Virus ravaged humanity, a few survivors emerge. Build a settlement, explore, scavenge resources and expand as you shape your post-apocalyptic society. The world is green and beautiful but danger lurks in the ruins! After Inc. is the brand new game from the creator of ‘Plague Inc.’ - one of the most popular games ever with over 190 million players. Brilliantly executed with beautiful graphics and critically acclaimed gameplay - After Inc. is engaging and easy to learn. Build multiple settlements and gain abilities in a persistent campaign to lead humanity out of the darkness. Public Service Announcement: Unlike our other games, I’m pleased to say that After Inc. is not based on any real world situation. No need to start worrying about a real life zombie apocalypse yet… ◈◈◈ What happens after Plague Inc.? ◈◈◈ Features: ● Make difficult decisions - Are children an unaffordable luxury? Are dogs pets or a food source? Democracy or Authoritarianism? ● Explore a beautiful post-apocalyptic United Kingdom ● Exploit the ruins of the past to scavenge / harvest resources ● Expand your Settlement with housing, farms, lumberyards and much more ● Exterminate zombie infestations and defend humanity ● Uncover old technologies and research new ones ● Shape your society and provide services to keep your people happy ● Build multiple settlements in a persistent campaign and level up abilities ● Ultra realistic modelling of Zombie behaviour based on real life studies… :P ● Sophisticated narrative algorithms shaped by your decisions ● 5 unique leaders with radically different abilities ● Internet connectivity not required ● No ‘consumable microtransactions. Expansion Packs are ‘buy once, play forever’ ●Will be updated for years to come. Special sale price to celebrate the launch of the game! ◈◈◈ I’ve got lots of plans for updates! Get in touch and let me know what you want to see. James (the designer) Contact me here: www.ndemiccreations.com/en/1-support www.twitter.com/NdemicCreations

Screenshots

MechCom4 screens
After Inc.4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: After Inc. at 4.8 against MechCom's 4.3. After Inc. also leads on ratings volume (17K vs 87) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). MechCom's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, review sentiment, 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

MechCom costs $1.99 and After Inc. $1.99 up front. After Inc. sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. MechCom asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

After Inc. holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: After Inc. has 17K ratings behind it against 87, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of MechCom's written reviews are positive against 89% of After Inc.'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MechCom ships an update every 3 weeks, After Inc. weekly. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
MechCom versus After Inc.: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMechComAfter Inc.
Price$1.99$1.99
Rating4.3 (87 ratings)4.8 (17K ratings) — better
Positive reviews87.2% of reviews88.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8717K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#12 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size131 MB288 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperGame Dev TeamNdemic Creations

Customer experience

MechCom

All ratings86 ratings
Positive84.9%
Neutral4.7%
Negative10.5%
Written reviews195 reviews
Positive87.2%
Neutral7.2%
Negative5.6%

After Inc.

All ratings16,523 ratings
Positive97.0%
Neutral1.4%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews2,444 reviews
Positive88.5%
Neutral3.6%
Negative7.9%

User reviews

MechCom

From 87 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast-paced gameplay
  • 👍 Simple and easy to learn
  • 💰 Good value for money
  • 🎮 Addictive and fun

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
  • 🔍 Lack of depth and strategy
  • 🤖 Predictable AI
  • 🔇 No tutorial or gameplay explanation

After Inc.

From 17K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great game
  • 🚀 Fun and addictive gameplay
  • 💡 Interesting concept and mechanics
  • 👍 Offline play
  • 👍 Good value for money

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
  • 🔒 Content locked behind paywall
  • 🔒 Lack of free play mode
  • 🔒 Limited number of missions
  • 🐛 Scrolling issues in menus

Bugs and requests

MechCom

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Units getting stuck or not responding properly
  • Resource collection issues
  • Crashes or freezes on certain devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Multiplayer mode
  • More unit types and customization options
  • Larger maps and increased unit cap
  • Campaign mode or story-driven content
  • Ability to repair units and buildings

After Inc.

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Sudden zombie attacks crippling settlements
  • Moral system being too punishing
  • Difficulty balancing issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Endless/sandbox mode
  • More varied mission types
  • Ability to customize settlement
  • Improved camera controls
  • More content updates and expansions

In-app purchases

None

MechCom

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

After Inc.

One-time10
  • Survival Guide$2.99
  • New Leaders$4.99
  • Cheats & Punishment$4.99
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  • Ultimate Pack (big discount)$4.99
  • Critical Mass$6.99
  • Season 1 Pack (discount)$6.99
  • Beyond the Bunkers$6.99
  • Season 1 Pack$9.99
  • Ultimate Pack (discount)$11.99
  • Ultimate Pack$14.99

Questions

Is MechCom free?
MechCom costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is After Inc. free?
After Inc. costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MechCom or After Inc.?
After Inc. is rated higher. MechCom averages 4.3 out of 5 from 87 ratings, while After Inc. averages 4.8 from 17K ratings.
Do MechCom or After Inc. have ads?
Neither MechCom nor After Inc. shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MechCom or After Inc.?
MechCom ships an update every 3 weeks, and After Inc. weekly. Most recently, MechCom was updated on November 6, 2026 and After Inc. on November 6, 2026.

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