Sumerians vs Modern Empire
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sumerians
Build a trading empire in ancient Sumer. Engage with historical figures, master trade, and innovate ancient technologies. Your decisions will shape the rise or fall of your civilization.
- Trade essential goods
- Interact with historical figures
- Craft and innovate technologies
- Build a trading empire
- Conquer and protect resources
- Shape historical outcomes
Read full descriptionHide full description
Step back in time to the cradle of civilization and immerse yourself in the bustling world of ancient Sumer! In Sumerians, you’ll embark on an epic journey to build your fortune, expand your influence, and leave a legacy in the earliest known empire. Features: Trade Across the Fertile Crescent Buy, sell, and barter essential goods like grain, bronze, and exotic imports to grow your wealth. Master the art of trade and navigate complex markets in one of history’s first economies. Interact with Historical Figures Engage with legendary characters like Sargon of Akkad, priest-kings, and master artisans. Forge alliances, take on their challenges, and influence the course of history. Craft and Innovate Unlock the secrets of ancient technologies, including bronze weapon-making and ziggurat construction, to gain a competitive edge. Make History Your Playground Every decision you make shapes the rise or fall of your trading empire. Will you become a powerful ensi or fade into the sands of time? Conquer and Protect Support Sumerian armies with weapons and resources, or secure trade routes through diplomacy and cunning.
Modern Empire
Read full descriptionHide full description
Your city is only the beginning. Build an economic powerhouse and compete for territory in Modern Empire, an online multiplayer strategy game set in the modern age. Develop your capital, establish colonies and lead armies across a shared world where careful planning matters as much as military strength. BUILD A THRIVING ECONOMY Assign workers, expand industry and trade resources with other players. Balance taxes with happiness, keep your power grid running and invest in the infrastructure your growing cities need. EXPAND YOUR TERRITORY Annex neighboring cities and establish colonies. Explore the global map, secure valuable deposits and build a network of holdings that supports your ambitions. DEVELOP MODERN TECHNOLOGY Invest in civil and military research to strengthen your economy, improve your forces and unlock new opportunities for expansion. PREPARE YOUR DEFENSES Protect your cities with sniper bunkers, autocannon turrets, missile emplacements and defensive barriers. Build an army that can defend your holdings and challenge your rivals. PLAN YOUR CAMPAIGNS Scout targets, assess enemy defenses and choose your forces carefully. Use the battle simulator to compare strategies before sending your army into action. BUILD ALLIANCES Coordinate with other players, support your allies and compete for strategic objectives. Decide where cooperation serves your empire—and when to advance your own interests. COMPETE THROUGH THE SEASONS Choose a world and work your way up the rankings. Each season brings a new contest for influence, wealth and the champion’s title. From managing your first city to commanding a sprawling empire, every decision shapes what comes next. An internet connection is required to play.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sumerians at none against Modern Empire's 4. On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Modern Empire sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Sumerians asks for nothing beyond the download.
Sumerians ships an update every 3 days, Modern Empire every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sumerians | Modern Empire |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days — better | Every 4 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 121 MB | 102 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Glen Brunke | ADRIAN ALBU |
In-app purchases
Sumerians
No in-app purchases
Modern Empire
- 15300 Diamonds$4.99
- 30600 Diamonds$8.99
- 68000 Diamonds$22.99
Show 1 moreShow fewer
- 149000 Diamonds$44.99









