Comparison

Modern Combat 5 vs Code of War

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

Head to head
About

Modern Combat 5

Engage in thrilling first-person shooter action with a variety of classes and game modes. Play solo campaigns, team up with friends for squad battles, or compete in intense Battle Royale matches against players worldwide.

Highlights
  • 11 unique classes with special skills
  • Solo play campaign with story missions
  • Online multiplayer with Squad vs. Squad
  • Battle Royale mode for up to 70 players
  • Spectator mode for live FPS battles
  • Rank up and unlock new weapons
  • Highly customizable controls
Features
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Create a squad from 11 classes, add your friends for team play, and test your skills in dynamic arenas or through Battle Royale warfare against online rivals from around the world! Prefer to work alone? Then feel free to step into the thrilling solo play campaign as you shoot your way through one dire situation after another to save the world as you launch an attack against a lunatic’s apocalyptic plans. 11 CLASSES WITH UNIQUE SKILLS > Customize and level up any of the 10 classes across solo play and team play modes. > Find the playstyle that suits you: Assault, Heavy, Recon, Sniper, Support, Bounty Hunter, Sapper, X1-Morph, Kommander, Marauder or Tracker. > Activate class-specific skills by earning and spending Skill Points. HIGH-POWERED ONLINE MULTIPLAYER > Watch players engaged in live online FPS battles and eSports competitions with all the great graphics you expect in the Spectator mode. > Epic guns-a-blazing team play in Squad vs. Squad matches. > Drop into Battle Royale mode and fight for survival with up to 70 players. > Talk to other players to plan your online multiplayer strategies and coordinate an attack in the Global and Squad Chats. > Top the individual and Squad leaderboards as you master your eSports skills. > Win free rewards and cool prizes in limited-time events. RANK UP > Accumulate XP and level up by playing solo play missions, team play matches, and Battle Royale. > Unlock higher-tier guns and other weapons by mastering lower-tier guns. > Customize the perfect weapon using a host of attachments and jump straight into the free game action. INTENSE SOLO PLAY CAMPAIGN > Engage in fast-paced story missions where the call will take you from Tokyo to Venice for a variety of first person shooter challenges. > Play the new Spec Ops missions for a real online FPS adrenaline rush. > Great graphics, music and voice performances perfectly adapted for a first person shooter game. HIGHLY CUSTOMIZABLE CONTROLS > Intuitive, highly customizable controls so you can play the game just the way you want. Modern Combat 5 requires an Internet connection. So if you’re ready for the online FPS of your dreams, dive into this unparalleled free game that takes online multiplayer to new heights. Perfect for anyone hungry for solo play first person shooter fun, team play eSports competition, or a thrilling Battle Royale challenge. This app allows you to purchase virtual items within the app and may contain third party advertisements that may redirect you to a third party site _____________________________________________ Join our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/moderncombat Visit our official site at http://gmlft.co/website_EN Check out the new blog at http://gmlft.co/central Don't forget to follow us on social media: Facebook: http://gmlft.co/SNS_FB_EN Twitter: http://gmlft.co/SNS_TW_EN Instagram: http://gmlft.co/GL_SNS_IG YouTube: http://gmlft.co/GL_SNS_YT Privacy Policy: http://www.gameloft.com/en-gb/privacy-notice Terms of Use: http://www.gameloft.com/en-gb/conditions-of-use End-User License Agreement: http://www.gameloft.com/en-gb/eula

About

Code of War

Engage in intense online tactical shooting operations with a team of elite warriors. Choose your unit, customize gear, and battle in various game modes like Team Deathmatch and Solo Deathmatch. Unlock and upgrade a wide array of realistic weapons to dominate the battlefield.

Highlights
  • Online multiplayer FPS combat
  • Tactical shooting operations
  • Team Deathmatch and Solo Deathmatch modes
  • Weapon customization and upgrades
  • Sniper, commando, and special ops units
  • Realistic military combat simulation
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WELCOME TO SHOOTING GAMES Step into the ultimate shooter experience where modern battles never stop! Code of War is a mobile multiplayer shooter packed with fast-paced action, tactical choices, and non-stop excitement. Whether you love intense pvp shooter duels, large-scale battlefield chaos, classic fps games, or competitive gun games, this is your mission. WHY YOU’LL LOVE COOL GAMES • Thrilling first person shooter and third-person shooting mechanics; • Multiple modes – from 5v5 combat to solo standoff challenges and quick free fire skirmishes; • Realistic guns – sniper rifles, assault weapons, grenades & more; • Smooth controls optimized for all mobile devices; • Join millions of players in epic online multiplayer war games. GAME MODES • Team Deathmatch – Squad up in intense pvp battles, strike first, and dominate; • Solo Deathmatch – No backup, no mercy. Just you and your gun simulator against all; • Special Forces Missions – Tactical shooter games with high-risk objectives; • Tournaments & Leaderboards – Rise through ranks, prove you’re among the true legends of modern combat. ARSENAL OF MODERN WARFARE Choose from dozens of powerful guns and gear. Unlock deadly sniper rifles, shotguns, assault weapons, and explosives. Whether you prefer a tactical strike from afar or close-range shooting games action, you’ll find your perfect gun game loadout. Every firefight feels like real SWAT modern combat. VARIETY OF MAPS & ARENAS Engage in warfare across diverse environments: • Urban streets filled with nonstop fire; • Open fields for long-range sniper duels; • Industrial zones for strategic tactical shooter moves; • Competitive arena battle where every second counts. KEY FEATURES • Free-to-play online fps packed with nonstop action; • Smooth pvp shooter gameplay on any mobile device; • Join global multiplayer games with players from around the world; • Dynamic army games atmosphere – feel like a real soldier in the military; • Play like elite special forces in the most intense top war shooting game; • Become part of epic modern war history. JOIN THE FIGHT Will you shoot your way to victory with fast reflexes, or rely on smart tactical teamwork? This is not just another shooter game—this is your chance to become a legend of critical battles. Download now and prove you’re the best in shooter online fun games. This is where legends are forged in the universe of army games and multiplayer. Whether you love tactical shooter depth or arcade-speed popular gun games, Code of War stands tall among multiplayer shooter titles. SUBSCRIBE FOR UPDATES https://www.facebook.com/CodeOfWar3D

Screenshots

Modern Combat 54 screens
Code of War4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Code of War at none against Modern Combat 5's shown. Code of War also leads on review sentiment (74% vs 50%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Modern Combat 5's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (198K vs 2.5K). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Modern Combat 5 sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Code of War sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Modern Combat 5 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Modern Combat 5 has 198K ratings behind it against 2.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Modern Combat 5's written reviews are positive against 74% of Code of War's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Modern Combat 5 ships an update every 3 months, Code of War every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Modern Combat 5 versus Code of War: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterModern Combat 5Code of War
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (198K ratings) — better4.3 (2.5K ratings)
Positive reviews50.3% of reviews73.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings198K — better2.5K
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size2.5 GB1.2 GB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperGameloftXDEVS LTD

Customer experience

Modern Combat 5

All ratings197,745 ratings
Positive92.5%
Neutral3.1%
Negative4.4%
Written reviews650 reviews
Positive50.3%
Neutral12.3%
Negative37.4%

Code of War

All ratings2,496 ratings
Positive82.9%
Neutral6.5%
Negative10.6%
Written reviews783 reviews
Positive73.9%
Neutral7.2%
Negative18.9%

User reviews

Modern Combat 5

From 198K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great game
  • 🚀 Awesome graphics
  • 🚀 Fantastic campaign
  • 🚀 Smooth gameplay

Room to improve

  • 🔫 Pay-to-win mechanics
  • 🔫 Unbalanced matchmaking
  • 🔫 Overpowered weapons
  • 🔫 Excessive ads and microtransactions
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs

Code of War

From 2.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🤩 Excellent game
  • 👍 Fun and addictive
  • 🔥 Awesome graphics
  • 🎮 Great gameplay
  • ⚔️ Realistic military theme

Room to improve

  • 🔍 Lacking first-person mode
  • 🔧 Technical issues (crashes, lag, server problems)
  • 💰 Monetization concerns (pay-to-win, expensive upgrades)
  • 🕹️ Clunky movement and camera
  • 🤖 Unbalanced bot/AI behavior

Bugs and requests

Modern Combat 5

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Loadouts getting reset
  • Inability to log in
  • Disconnections during matches
  • Weapons and armor not unlocking properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • More weapons and maps
  • Improved weapon and armor balancing
  • Skill-based matchmaking
  • Offline/single-player mode
  • More customization options

Code of War

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Frequent server disconnections
  • Inconsistent performance and frame rate drops
  • Premature detonation of planted mines
  • Incorrect display of in-game currency and rewards
  • Inability to properly use controllers

Requested features

10 requests
  • Add first-person shooter mode
  • Improve server stability and reduce connectivity issues
  • Rebalance monetization and make upgrades more accessible
  • Enhance movement and camera controls
  • Improve bot/AI behavior and difficulty scaling
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  • Expand character and weapon customization options
  • Implement voice chat and social features
  • Add more game modes (e.g., search and destroy, capture the flag)
  • Introduce offline/single-player campaign mode
  • Expand map selection and variety

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Modern Combat 5

One-time11
  • Supreme Victory Bundle$1.99
  • Supreme Hero Bundle$2.99
  • First-Class Captain's Pay$3.99
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  • Supreme Daily Credits Pack$3.99
  • Captain's Pay$4.99
  • BATTLE VAULT$4.99
  • Honorable Colonel's Savings$7.99
  • Colonel's Savings$9.99
  • Top-notch General's Cut$13.99
  • General's Cut$19.99
  • Commander’s Stash$49.99
14 purchases

Code of War

One-time14
  • 44 gold for shooter game$1.99
  • 50000 silver$1.99
  • Golden Kit$2.99
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  • 115 gold for shooter game$4.99
  • 150000 silver$4.99
  • 7 days VIP$5.99
  • 250 gold for shooter game$9.99
  • 400 000 silver$9.99
  • 30 days VIP$17.99
  • 750 gold$24.99
  • 1 250 000 silver$24.99
  • 1650 gold$49.99
  • 3400 gold$99.99
  • 7000000 silver$99.99

Questions

Is Modern Combat 5 free?
Modern Combat 5 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Code of War free?
Code of War is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Modern Combat 5 or Code of War?
Modern Combat 5 is rated higher. Modern Combat 5 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 198K ratings, while Code of War averages 4.3 from 2.5K ratings.
Do Modern Combat 5 or Code of War have ads?
Modern Combat 5 shows ads; Code of War does not.
Which is updated more often, Modern Combat 5 or Code of War?
Modern Combat 5 ships an update every 3 months, and Code of War every 3 weeks. Most recently, Modern Combat 5 was updated on September 24, 2026 and Code of War on September 22, 2026.

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