Hegemon vs Build & Conquer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hegemon
Lead any real-world nation to global dominance through diplomacy, economic development, or total war. Command armies, manage resources, and make critical decisions to shape the future of civilization in this deep geopolitical strategy game.
- Command real-world nations
- Global conflict simulation
- Deep diplomacy and geopolitics
- Nation and economy building
- Technology and nuclear weapons
- Massive world sandbox
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Hegemon: War Strategy and WW3 Simulator Rewrite history and lead your nation to global dominance in a deep geopolitical grand strategy experience inspired by WW2, Cold War and modern conflicts. Take control of any real-world country and decide its destiny. Build alliances through diplomacy, develop your economy, or unleash total war to conquer the world. Every decision shapes the balance of power and the future of civilization. Command Nations in Global Conflict Lead real-world countries across multiple historical timelines: 1960, 1990 and 2025. Control your army, navy and air force across a massive world map and experience large-scale conflicts and global power struggles. Plan military operations, manage borders and decide whether to preserve peace or ignite worldwide confrontation. From regional crises to full-scale world war, the choice is yours. Deep Diplomacy and Geopolitics Shape international relations through alliances, negotiations and strategic pressure. Form coalitions, sign treaties, influence weaker states or destabilize rivals through covert actions. Balance power between superpowers, manage global tensions and navigate a living geopolitical world where every nation reacts to your moves. Build Your Nation and Economy Develop industry, infrastructure and technology to strengthen your country. Manage taxes, resources, population stability and long-term growth while preparing for future conflicts. Choose your path: peaceful economic superpower dominant military empire balanced global leader Every strategy creates new opportunities and new threats. Technology, Weapons and Nuclear Decisions Unlock advanced military technologies, missile systems and nuclear programs. Use deterrence to maintain peace or escalate conflicts into full global confrontation. Modern warfare, strategic weapons and technological progress will define your rise to power. Massive World Sandbox Explore a detailed world with more than 200 playable countries and thousands of provinces. Experience revolutions, economic crises, alliances and political changes in a dynamic sandbox where every playthrough is different. Choose Your Path to World Dominance Will you rule through diplomacy and economic strength or conquer the world through military power? Lead your nation, reshape global history and build your own world order in Hegemon.
Build & Conquer
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Command your forces. Dominate the battlefield. Build an empire. Build and Conquer is a real-time multiplayer military strategy game where every decision shapes your path to power. Start as a Private, manage a growing war machine, and fight your way through 15 military ranks to become General of the Army. BUILD YOUR BASE Construct and manage over 14 building types across four categories: Production, Military, Defense, and Support. Mine gold and oil, generate electricity, refine fuel, and build the infrastructure needed to sustain a massive fighting force. Upgrade buildings to maximize output and unlock advanced capabilities as you rise through the ranks. COMMAND 30+ UNIT TYPES Train elite forces across four combat branches: - Infantry: From Rangers and Navy SEALs to Shadow Operatives and Super Soldiers - Ground Vehicles: Humvees, Abrams tanks, Leopards, and the devastating Rail Gun Tank - Aircraft: Apache helicopters, F-16s, B-2 Spirits, and Hypersonic Drones - Naval: Corvettes, Destroyers, Submarines, and Aircraft Carriers Army composition matters. Mixed forces earn powerful morale bonuses that can turn the tide of battle. STRATEGIC PvP COMBAT Launch attacks against real players worldwide. Scout enemy bases with covert spy missions before you strike. Raid resources, defend your territory, and earn victories to climb the ranks. PLAYER-DRIVEN MARKETPLACE Buy and sell resources on a dynamic market where prices are set by real supply and demand. Track 7-day price charts, find deals from other players, or trade with NPC vendors. Master the economy and you can fund an unstoppable army. RESEARCH TECHNOLOGIES Unlock technologies across Combat, Economy, Intelligence, and Infrastructure trees. Boost your attack power, improve production output, enhance spy success rates, or reduce travel time. Every research choice shapes your strategy. FORM ALLIANCES Team up with other commanders. Coordinate attacks, share resources through a democratic pool system, and communicate through real-time alliance chat. Rise together in the alliance rankings. PROVE YOURSELF Complete daily missions. Unlock achievements across 7 categories: Combat, Economy, Military, Espionage, Alliance, Progression, and more. Track your progress and claim rewards as you hit each milestone. KEY FEATURES - Persistent multiplayer world with real-time updates - 11 interconnected resources with production chains - 30+ military units across 4 combat branches - 15 military ranks from Private to General of the Army - Researchable technologies across 4 branches - PvE Training Camps for practice and rewards - Espionage system with intel gathering - Friend referral system with mutual rewards - Available in English, French, Spanish, and German - Optional Commander's Pass for bonus production, extra attacks, and an ad-free experience Terms of Service: https://buildnconquer.com/terms.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Build & Conquer at every 4 weeks against Hegemon's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Hegemon sells 23 one-off in-app purchases and Build & Conquer sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Hegemon ships an update every 2 months, Build & Conquer every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hegemon | Build & Conquer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (65 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 73.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 65 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 423 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Viktor Hromov | William Dens |
In-app purchases
Hegemon
- 110 gold$0.99
- 100 gold$0.99
- Expert Political Character$2.99
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- 340 gold$2.99
- 1000 gold + No Ads + 5 Tanks$3.99
- 300 gold + No Ads + 5 Tanks$3.99
- 500 gold$3.99
- 400 gold & No Ads$3.99
- 1,000 gold$4.99
- 720 gold$5.99
- Leader Political Character$6.99
- 3000 gold + No Ads + 5 Jets$6.99
- 700 gold + No Ads + 5 Jets$6.99
- 1250 gold$12.99
- 1500 gold + No Ads + 5 Planes$14.99
- 10000 gold + No Ads + 5 Planes$14.99
- 3,000 gold$14.99
- Legend Political Character$19.99
- 4400 gold$29.99
- 10,000 gold$29.99
- 50,000 gold$59.99
- 20000 gold$99.99
- 100,000 gold$99.99
Build & Conquer
- Commander's pass monthly$3.991 Month
- Commander's pass$34.991 Year
- Gold Pack Starter$1.99
- Field ration$4.99
- Gold Pack Large$9.99
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- Logistics crate$14.99
- Gold Pack XL$24.99
- War Chest$39.99
- Gold Pack XXL$49.99









