Machines at War 3 RTS vs Modern Command
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Machines at War 3 RTS
Engage in real-time strategy with a compelling 21-mission campaign and unlimited skirmishes. Build over 130 unit types, deploy diverse forces, and battle friends in online multiplayer. Experience a story of missing scientists and secret technology.
- Build over 130 unit types
- 21 campaign missions
- Unlimited random map skirmishes
- Online multiplayer combat
- Seven RTS mega units
- Infantry, aircraft, naval, and ground forces
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"This game is epic" - iDownloadBlog "Easily one of the smoothest playing RTS experiences that can be had on the iPhone" - 148Apps Play 21 campaign missions with an intriguing story in this real time strategy game, build over 130 different types of units and technologies, enjoy unlimited random map skirmishes with many customizable settings, dominate in network multiplayer with friends! "This control scheme really shines" - Pocket Tactics "Machines at War 3 is all about the action, and the game coats it in an engaging 21-mission campaign with unique objectives." - Mac|Life "Machines at War 3 is an example of how to make touch screen controls work for an RTS game." - 148Apps "Every fibre screams homage to the retro RTS games we grew up on" - Gamegrin "Normally you can't access beard tech like that until the end of the the tree." - Pocket Tactics Features: • Build over 130 different types of units and technologies • Rescue the Omicron Initiative in 21 missions • Play unlimited random map skirmishes • Conquer four friends in online multiplayer combat • Dominate with seven awesome RTS mega units • Deploy a full arsenal of infantry, aircraft, naval, and ground forces The story: You investigate a secluded military lab and find something horribly wrong! All of the scientists are missing and the facility is ransacked. Years of research and top secret classified experiments are no where to be found. The missing scientists, known as the Omicron Initiative, are responsible for developing new technologies. The only clue to their disappearance is a mysterious text message reading "we were forced to do it". The team's disappearance threatens the secrecy of it's research, which could potentially put your country into a chaotic panic. Now there's only one person who can rescue the Omicron Initiative and protect its secret technology from falling into the wrong hands. In 21 real time strategy missions you'll race across the world to find out who, or what, is responsible for the team's disappearance. You'll command and conquer over 130 different types of RTS units ranging from infantry and ships to giant modern mega units. After honing your skills in the campaign, fire up a random map and experience insane real time strategy battles! Choose your nation and test your mettle in online multiplayer or conquer some AI opponents offline. Many adjustable options ensure every game is unique. Want to play with only ground units? Make the victory condition the death of a specific unit? The options are limitless! It's time to arm up and get in the war! Behind the Game: Hello, my name is James, I'm an indie developer and programmed 100% of Machines at War 3 over the last two and a half years! It was quite the undertaking and I almost gave up several times, but through bad times and good, I'm excited this real time strategy game is done! I hope you enjoy it and if so please let me know, sometimes when things are tough an email or review from a customer really helps. Game on! It reminds many real time strategy gamers of command and conquer, starfront, and similar RTS elements as modern war, and war of nations. Press Reviews: "Machines at War 3 has a variety unmatched by other RTS titles." - Nizulo "The number of units that can be created is staggering" - Armchair General "It's incredibly easy to get into, thanks to easy to set up games and straightforward gameplay." - Joyviews "An assault helicopter above, exploding, and a little trooper in a teal jumpsuit parachuting out. Maybe a nice visual touch in another game. Here? Well, shucks to that 'copter. You've got another pair of boots on the ground and a forward position to secure." - Pocket Tactics
Modern Command
Lead the fight for global stability in this top-down action strategy game. Deploy weapons, research defenses, and take direct control of targeting systems to combat terrorist factions worldwide. Experience diverse global campaigns and challenging game modes.
- Top-down action strategy gameplay
- Tower Defense battles with a twist
- Direct control of targeting systems
- Deploy and upgrade a variety of weapons
- Global campaign across multiple continents
- Research new defenses and weapon technologies
- Special airstrikes and support items
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A call to all Commanders out there: The world is at war, and it is up to you to rise up and lead the fight for global stability! Modern Command is a top-down action strategy game that puts a new twist to Tower Defense battles. Deploy your weapons into battle, equip them with powerful munitions and brace for impact. Take direct control of the targeting systems and call in backup with your choice of airstrikes and support items. Research new defenses, deploy cunning strategies and put your mettle on the line as you take on terrorist factions across the globe. ******************************************************* NEW UPDATE ▶ Added possibility for players to save their game data (Requires Google sign in) ▶ Added support for newer devices and iOS versions ▶ Reduced download size ▶ Lots of stability fixes A GLOBAL CAMPAIGN ▶ Fight off threats in South America, Africa, Europe, Asia and more ▶ Unlock more mission types and game modes as you progress through the campaign BATTLEFIELD CONTROL ▶ Simple touch commands give you full control of each 3D battlefield EXPAND YOUR ARSENAL ▶ Tons of gatling guns, missile launchers, laser cannons and railguns to take your enemies down ▶ Choose your prefered upgrade path and research new weapon technologies CRUSH YOUR ENEMIES ▶ Boost stats and customize your weapons with powerful munitions ▶ Call in special airstrikes and support items to aid you in tough battles HARDCORE MODE ▶ Push your game to the limits with an extra level of challenge ▶ Encounter new enemy types and mini-bosses TRANSIT MODE ▶ Defend a moving fortress carrying vital supplies through hostile territories ▶ Learn to master several new exclusive weapon systems OTHER FEATURES ▶ Tons of achievements, objectives and daily missions to complete MORE UPDATES COMING! ******************************************************* By downloading this app you are agreeing to be bound by the terms and conditions of Blast Bit's Terms of Use (https://www.blastbit.net/terms) and are subject to Blast Bit's Privacy Policy (https://www.blastbit.net/privacy). Contact us at contact@blastbit.net
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Modern Command at Free against Machines at War 3 RTS's $6.99. Modern Command also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). Machines at War 3 RTS's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On ratings volume 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
Modern Command is free to download; Machines at War 3 RTS costs $6.99 up front. Modern Command sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Machines at War 3 RTS asks for nothing beyond the download.
Machines at War 3 RTS holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 668 and 434 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of Machines at War 3 RTS's written reviews are positive against 64% of Modern Command's.
Machines at War 3 RTS ships an update every 4 months, Modern Command every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Machines at War 3 RTS | Modern Command |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $6.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.7 (668 ratings) — better | 4.4 (434 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 87.9% of reviews — better | 64.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 668 — better | 434 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 11.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 187 MB | 228 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Isotope 244 | Blast Bit Enterprises AB |
Customer experience
Machines at War 3 RTS
Modern Command
User reviews
Machines at War 3 RTS
From 668 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Simple to learn and get right to the strategy
- 👍 Flexible for experience
- 👍 Tons of fun
- 👍 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Great strategy and tactics
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🐛 AI could be more challenging
- 🐛 Unit control and formation issues
- 🐛 Compatibility issues on newer devices
- 🐛 Multiplayer not working for some users
Modern Command
From 434 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Great graphics
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 🚀 Offline playability
- 👍 Fun and challenging
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 💰 Aggressive in-app purchases
- 🔍 Lack of cloud save/sync
- 🕰️ Long wait times for upgrades
- 🔇 Sound issues
Bugs and requests
Machines at War 3 RTS
Reported bugs
7 issues- Game crashes on startup
- Submarines moving onto land
- Berthas obsessively attacking shields
- Units not obeying attack orders
- AI building walls for no reason
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- Email/login screen issues
- Compatibility problems on iPhone X
Requested features
8 requests- Add more units and factions
- Improve AI difficulty
- Implement a map creator mode
- Add zoom functionality
- Introduce a sandbox mode
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- Expand the campaign mode
- Add local multiplayer support
- Improve unit control and formation
Modern Command
Reported bugs
4 issues- Weapons disappearing from loadout
- Missions not loading properly
- Progress reset after updates
- Inability to access certain features
Requested features
5 requests- Multiplayer mode
- More mission variety
- Ability to sell/trade weapons
- Improved UI and menus
- Better optimization for newer devices
In-app purchases
Machines at War 3 RTS
No in-app purchases
Modern Command
- Base Repair$0.99
- Battle Pack$0.99
- Battle Pack$1.99
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- Limited Offer$1.99
- Hardened Pack$2.99
- Hardened Pack$4.99
- Campaign Pack$9.99
- Duty Pack$19.99
- Honor Pack$49.99
- Valor Pack$99.99
Questions
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