Comparison

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.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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

Screenshots

Machines at War 3 RTS4 screens
Modern Command4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Machines at War 3 RTS versus Modern Command: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMachines at War 3 RTSModern Command
Price$6.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (668 ratings) — better4.4 (434 ratings)
Positive reviews87.9% of reviews — better64.2% of reviews
Number of ratings668 — better434
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better11.0
Further details — not scored
Size187 MB228 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperIsotope 244Blast Bit Enterprises AB

Customer experience

Machines at War 3 RTS

All ratings668 ratings
Positive94.6%
Neutral1.8%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews232 reviews
Positive87.9%
Neutral2.6%
Negative9.5%

Modern Command

All ratings429 ratings
Positive84.4%
Neutral6.1%
Negative9.6%
Written reviews1,011 reviews
Positive64.2%
Neutral10.0%
Negative25.8%

User reviews

Machines at War 3 RTS

From 668 App Store ratings

What 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 ratings

What 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

None

Machines at War 3 RTS

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Modern Command

One-time10
  • 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

Is Machines at War 3 RTS free?
Machines at War 3 RTS costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Modern Command free?
Modern Command is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Machines at War 3 RTS or Modern Command?
Machines at War 3 RTS is rated higher. Machines at War 3 RTS averages 4.7 out of 5 from 668 ratings, while Modern Command averages 4.4 from 434 ratings.
Do Machines at War 3 RTS or Modern Command have ads?
Modern Command shows ads; Machines at War 3 RTS does not.
Which is updated more often, Machines at War 3 RTS or Modern Command?
Machines at War 3 RTS ships an update every 4 months, and Modern Command every 2 months. Most recently, Machines at War 3 RTS was updated on October 22, 2026 and Modern Command on October 21, 2026.

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